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December 2023
Living Nativity in Bascara
Even for the non religious these live 'pessebres' are a fascinating cultural event that both believers and non believers will enjoy.
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February 2024
Pancake Day in France – February 2nd
Apart from the well known Mardi Gras, the nearest French equivalent to Pancake Day is the ‘Fête de la Chandeleur’ (Candlemas) on 2nd February.
Find out more »Fête de l’Ours – Bear Festival, Saint-Laurent-de-Cerdans
In the past, the young men of the mountain villages of the Pyrénées would attempt to capture a bear at this time of year, in order to prove their bravery!
Find out more »Carnaval Amélie les Bains
The carnaval in Amélie is steeped in history, with the first official appearance in the press being a report in the « Courrier de Céret », dated 18th March 1888. It has taken place every year since 1945 and is now known as one of the most popular in the P-O.
Find out more »March 2024
Journée des droites des Femmes / International Women’s Rights Day
International Women's Day 2023 will be held on Wednesday 8th March, with activities taking place throughout the whole week #BreaktheBias
Find out more »PROCESSION OF THE SANCH
Impressive, atmospheric, just a little frightening; the long black and red hooded and robed figures of the Procession de la Sanch march slowly through the streets of Perpignan to the solemn beat of black veiled tambourines
Find out more »Easter in Villefranche de Conflent
Easter weekend in Villefranche is a bit of a treat, with plenty of traditions, music and fun!
Find out more »Fête Américaine, Argelès-sur-Mer
Yee ha! Line-dancing, lasso throwing and fun for the whole family.
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