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Fêtes et festivals
In the heart of the Lot Valley, where the festivities rhyme with authenticity. From a festival welcoming big names in French and international song where thousands of festival-goers meet, to our more intimate and friendly village festivals, there is something for everyone, and inevitably yours!
You can also consult the agenda of all events in the Lot Valley !
Cahors and the Lot Valley, land of festivities
Concerts, gastronomy, sport, wine tourism are all themes that will liven up your daily life, to the rhythm of the four seasons. Are you ready ? If yes, then…
Enter the festival dance!
Spring and early summer
In May
- The regional amateur theater festival at the theater of Cahors welcomes young artists, talent companies, where the quality of the performances offered is combined with the friendliness of the actresses and actors. More information on the organizer's Facebook page.
- The Crayssacophonies is a music festival of varied styles which brings spring to life in the Lot valley. Concerts, meals and shows take place over 3 days which will satisfy all tastes: Choral singing, jazz, rock, variety, classical music. More information on the organizer's website.
In June
- The festival Cahors June Gardens at the beginning of the month. Secret gardens of Cahors, public, in certain private gardens, come explore the heart of the city from an unusual angle! Numerous activities such as exhibitions, citizen participation, or even itinerant routes mark out this festival adorned with a thousand colors! More information on the organizer's website.
- The traditional Music Festival on June 21 which then welcomes numerous groups and musical artists to offer a wide choice of music, in the medieval streets as well as on the terraces of the city's restaurants, bars and brasseries.
heart of summer
All summer
- Lot of Flavors, an emblematic festival of Lotois cuisine, anchored in Cahors. Participate in culinary workshops, round tables, conferences, picnics, outdoor banquets, chef meals, etc., to discover local cuisine. But also itinerant formula through some of the surrounding villages, once a week for evenings placed under the sign of conviviality and delight! More information on the organizer's website.
July
- The Summer Of Rom Festival, at the beginning of July, initially launched in 2020 under the name Summer Of Love Festival, has become a must for electronic music lovers in the Lot. This festival offers original musical programming in an intimate, open-air setting. More information on the organizer's Facebook page.
- The Dream Festival, is organized in mid-July by the Undergrange association at the Château de Roussillon. Undergrange aims to promote the electronic music scene through the establishment of themed events in unique settings of the Lot heritage. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Limau Festival à Albas is the little baby of the association “Que le roc vive”. It takes place every year on July 13 on the edges of the lot at Albas and brought together artists from rock to punk to techno and rap. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Argentine Tango festival, in Prayssac, during July is intended to promote the practice and culture of tango, this historic festival, one of the oldest in France, allows you to enjoy concerts, dance demonstrations and seminars with internationally renowned maestros, as well as so many workshops and festive moments throughout the week. More information on the organizer's website.
- The text song festival in Montcuq during July. Known and recognized for the high quality of its programming, this festival is now cult on a national, even international scale. A clever mix of poetry and humor where the French language is handled with talent by artists who are as unique as they are endearing. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Musical Hours of Aujols end of July. Led by high-quality musicians, this chamber music festival takes place in the beautiful Saint-Jean-Baptiste church to offer you an exceptional event! More information on the organizer's website.
- The famous Classi festivalCahors, end of July. Attend performances by renowned artists! Concerts of international and regional music will offer you services of impeccable quality. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Time of Guitars festival in Puy-l'Évêque at the end of July. Lovers of great music, welcome to the international guitar festival in the heart of the vineyards of Cahors. Concerts, master classes, initiation, exhibition, the classical guitar is in the spotlight. Come and attend performances by the biggest names on the international scene. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Blue Source festival, at the end of July, a family eco-festival bringing together a varied outdoor program: theater, music, circus, dance, cinema, workshops and concerts. In addition to the performances, you will find relaxation areas, a bar and a catering area where micro-performances will take place throughout the day. More information on the organizer's website.
August
- The cello festival of Bélaye early August. A high-quality program with numerous concerts, as well as a seminar, to offer you an unforgettable musical experience. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Estiv'Oc festival in Lalbenque and its surroundings, early August. Highlighting Occitan culture, and all the ancestral knowledge associated with it. Innovative, original and modern programming, this young, booming festival is a true standard of the Occitan spirit! More information on the organizer's website.
- The Mélodies du Causse festival in Lalbenque and its community of communes, at the beginning of August. Organized by the La Chambre à Concerts association, this chamber music festival will amaze you with its exceptional programming as well as its moments of exchange and conviviality that you can share with the artists and volunteers! More information on the organizer's website.
- The Real Repair festival, mid-August, is a current music festival which takes place in August in the heart of the village of Varaire. Nearly 2500 festival-goers who travel to take part in this event. A festival with the ambition of maximizing the value of its territory and boosting the cultural and musical offering. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Urban Trial de Cahors at the end of August. World, motocross and BMX champions who compete in events that are as spectacular as they are impressive. The city center of Cahors then transforms into a real competition ground for these seasoned pilots and fans of tricks performed at full speed! So, hang in there, and get ready for the start! More information on the organizer's website.
Late summer, fall, winter
September
- The Rue des Enfants festival in Montcuq early September. Two days of celebrations, outdoors, where multi-talented artists redouble their inventiveness to amaze the young audience and the families present! From circus artists, to puppeteers, through theater, storytelling and concerts. More information on the organizer's website.
- The Lot in blue wheel, mid-September. Three days of concerts with well-known headliners, then a long ride in a millstone through the roads of the Lot. More information on the organizer's website.
October
- The Ciné-Délices festival in Prayssac, beginning of October. A meeting place for hedonists, this festival which combines the 7th art and local gastronomy, food and wine pairings, highlights remarkable films, while offering guests the opportunity to let themselves be intoxicated by meals carefully concocted by local chefs. . So, open the cinema door, make yourself comfortable, and marvel! More information on the organizer's website.
- The Lalbenque truffle festival, at the end of January. Come celebrate the truffle, the black diamond of Quercy! In Lalbenque, capital of the famous black mushroom, for two days, come and take part in the discovery of the truffle and let yourself be intoxicated by the atmosphere and its characteristic scent!