Festival trip guides

Jazz à la Villette takes over Paris from August 28 to September 6. This guide explains the ticket structure by venue, how to book online, by phone, or at the box office, and details reduced, youth, and subscription options.

Nancy Jazz Pulsations is an annual music festival in Nancy, France, typically held in October. It features jazz and other genres, with concerts across multiple venues. This guide covers dates, venues, ticket tips, free events, and practical information for your visit.

Chaque année en septembre, les Journées européennes du patrimoine ouvrent à Marseille les portes de monuments, musées, archives et ateliers d'artistes. Entre visites guidées du Panier, coulisses du théâtre du Gymnase et traversée vers le château d'If, ce guide vous aide à composer un week-end culturel, avec les bons réflexes pour réserver et se déplacer.

Each September, the European Heritage Days open up parts of the Château de Versailles that are normally closed. A handful of historic courtyards and the Opéra Royal are free without a reservation, while certain state apartments and galleries require a ticket. Here is how to plan your visit.

Le Corum is Montpellier’s cultural hub, home to the Opéra Berlioz concert hall, conference spaces, and the Esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This guide covers practical details: tram access, seating, bag policies, and nearby dining.

Held every September in Nancy, Le Livre sur la Place is France's first major book fair of the autumn literary season. This guide covers the 2026 edition, including its dual presidency, key awards, venue details, and tips for planning your visit.

Les Nuits de Fourvière is a multidisciplinary summer festival staged in the 2,000-year-old Roman Theatres of Fourvière in Lyon. This guide covers the venue, the range of performances, practical details like transport and accessibility, and tips for securing tickets through official channels.

Planning to attend Les Nuits de Fourvière in Lyon? This guide explains how to book tickets through the official website, what to expect from the terraced seating in the ancient Roman theater, and strategies for snagging seats to high-demand shows. Check current prices and schedules on the festival's official channels.

The Foire aux Santons is a cherished Advent tradition at Marseille's Vieux-Port. This guide covers its history, what to expect, the Santons de Provence label, and where to buy handmade figurines both at the fair and year-round in the region.

Sprawled across five historic squares in the city center, the Metz Christmas market combines chalet stalls with riverfront illuminations, a gourmet market, and the dedicated Lanterns Walk in Square Boufflers.

The Fêtes de la Mirabelle in Metz are an end-of-summer tradition since 1947, celebrating the mirabelle plum. Key events include the election of the Mirabelle Queen at the Arsenal Jean-Marie Rausch and a nautical parade on the Moselle River. This guide helps you plan your visit with practical tips on locations, transportation, and what to expect.

Metz is the heart of mirabelle plum country, where the annual Fête de la Mirabelle celebrates Lorraine's signature fruit. From the festival village on Place d'Armes to the gourmet market at the Esplanade, you can sample everything from jams and brandy to pastries and even mirabelle cola. Plan your visit for late summer to catch the harvest and the festival buzz.