At a Glance – February 2026
1st February - 1st March
What’s On – At a Glance
From village fêtes and cultural events to talks, workshops and local highlights, this page brings together what’s happening around the Pyrenees-Orientales this month.
Check back often — new listings are added regularly.
| WHEN & WHERE? | WHAT? |
|---|---|
| Throughout the year | Fairs and festivals around the region, little and large, celebrating every imaginable ‘produit de terroir’. |
| Throughout the year | Catch a bargain or get rid of your junk at one of the many vide-greniers across the region. |
Until February 28th, Le Barcarès | L’Éveil des Lanternes – Festival féerique. A magical lantern festival featuring hundreds of illuminated Chinese lanterns, light installations and evening ambiance — a beautiful winter spectacle great for families or a sunset stroll by the water. Find out more |
| Sunday 1st, from 10:00 Espace Saint Mamet, Saint Estève | Asian Festival Tattoo Show. Find insipration or simply marvel at the artwork. Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
Sunday 1st, 14:15 – 17:00 347 Rue Louis Delage – Perpignan | EVA Perpignan virtual reality experience. A high-energy interactive game session where participants explore VR worlds with freedom of movement and immersive play. Find out more |
Sunday 1st, from 14:00 Place de la Mairie, Maury | Carnaval. A traditional village Carnaval parade, organised by the association La P’tite Vallée. The festivities start at 14:00 with a parade through the village. There’s music (including La Fenfarnienté and Soul Train) and a free goûter (snack) for children offered by the municipality. Free entry. Find out more |
| Sunday 1st Arles sur Tech | Fête de l’ours. |
| Sunday 1st Maury | Carnival. Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
| Sunday 2nd Across the region | Fête de la chandeleur Pancake Day |
| Wednesday 4th, 10:30 Pablo’s Bar, Céret | CSF Drop In. Come along for a coffee and a chat now the Pablo has reopened after their winter holiday. There will be some paperbacks to exchange, and some friendly faces to chat with. More info. |
| Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th Parc des Expos, Perpingnan | Salon Eco Maison. Over 70 professionals come together to share their knowledge, products and services to help make your home more ecologically and economically friendly. Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
| Sunday 8th at 17:00 Salle Marcel Oms, Alenya | Flamenco for charity organised by the Lion’s Club supporting children’s cancer and long term illnesses. Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
Monday 10th February, 16:00 Rue du Square, Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda | Récital d’Opérettes. A charming opérette recital featuring classic light opera and musical theatre pieces — a lovely cultural winter event perfect for music lovers. Find out more |
Wednesday 11th, from 17:00 Avenue de Mont Louis, Les Angles | Mercat D’Aqui – Artisan Market + Music. A lively market of local artisans and producers with on-site food and a live concert, giving visitors a taste of regional products and music in the scenic mountain village of Les Angles. Find out more |
| Friday 14th Across the region | Saint Valentin. |
Sunday 15th, 20:00 Palais des Congrès, Perpignan | La Musique du Roi Lion – Live in Concert. A spectacular live concert performance celebrating the iconic music from The Lion King, performed with full orchestra and vocals. A great cultural night out for music lovers and families. Find out more |
| Saturday 21st, Place de la République, Céret | Correfocs with avec « Els Diables del Ribéral » Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
| Sunday 22nd Prats de Mollo | Fête de l’ours Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
Sunday 22nd, 20:00 le Palais des Congrès de Perpignan | Candlelight – Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons. A candlelit classical concert experience featuring arrangements of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons — immersive evening music surrounded by candlelight Find out more. |
Saturday 28th, 16:00 & 20:30 Palais des Congrès, Perpignan | Irish Celtic – Spirit of Ireland (15th Anniversary Show). A lively dance and music spectacle blending Irish step-dance, live musicians, storytelling and traditional songs. This performance celebrates the 15-year anniversary of Irish Celtic’s first show and takes the audience on a cultural journey through Irish history and folklore, led by characters like Paddy and his son in an atmospheric pub setting. |
| Sunday 1st March Saint-Laurent de Cerdans | Fete de l’Ours Contact the Office de Tourisme for more info. |
| Sunday 1st March at 10h Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda | Casament tremblant, with carnival procession and bal the following day. Find out more about this wierd tradition. |
| MORE….. |
*Photo credit: Romer Kitching
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