Events Diary
Discover local events at a glance. Please return regularly as this is being updated daily.
avril 2024
9th
Mantilly
GUIDED TOUR OF LOCAL FARM GRIMAUX-PACORY
Discover the production of local apple drinks (Calvados, Pommeau, Poire and Cidre), made using passion and know-how acquired over several generations, the products are recognized for their exceptional quality.
Products may be purchased in the farm store (cash or cheques only).
Hours:
Each Tuesday: 5 mars 2024 au 16 avril 2024 de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30
Le 23 avril 2024 de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30 et de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30
Each Tuesday: 30 avril 2024 au 17 septembre 2024 de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30
Le 24 septembre 2024 de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30 et de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30
Each Tuesday: 1 octobre 2024 au 19 novembre 2024 de 15:30 jusqu'à 17:30
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13th
Domfront
LIRE ENTRE LES PIERRES
Arnaud Delalande's novel "Le Testament du Chevalier", set in Domfront in the Middle Ages, will be published at the end of March 2024. A major event will accompany this release on 13 April 2024 in DOMFRONT with a book fair, shows, theatrical re-enactments, a conference, a village of craftsmen and mapping.
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19th
Chantrigné
PARADE OF OLD TRACTORS
Parade of old tractors follows a set route on local roads.
Picnic at Chantrigné at midday
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21st
Jublains
GUIDED TOURS OF THE ROMAN FORTRESS : 31 March - 1 April
The fortress becomes the setting for an extraordinary family adventure.
Armed with an adventurer's bag, families, accompanied by a mediator, embark on a fabulous historical journey lasting almost an hour. The future guardians of this mysterious and imposing building will discover the fortress through games of skill, observation, creativity and relaxation.
Touch, hearing and smell are just some of the senses that will be put to the test to succeed in all the challenges awaiting the brave souls who dare to travel through time.
Price: 6€
Time: 3pm-4:30pm
Alternative Dates:
21 April : 3pm-4:30pm
28 April : 3pm-4:30pm
12 May : 3pm-4:30pm
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24th
Mayenne
SPRING FETE
Held during the school holidays, many activities will be held in the Château Park.
The programme includes:- Building games (giant lego type) (for 0-6 year olds) / Inflatable castle (for 2-6 year olds) / 12 m long course (for 6-10 year olds) / "Mega Jet Stream" course (for 10-16 year olds): An impressive inflatable installation comprising 120 metres of lanes, complete with obstacles and four giant slides, offering an adventure course experience
When: 14:00 hrs to 19:00 hrs
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28th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
EXHIBITION OF CLASSIC VEHICLES
A monthly exhibition of classic vehicles arranged by a local organisation. Held just behind the Tourist Office.
Dates / Times:
Le 24 mars 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 28 avril 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 26 mai 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 23 juin 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 28 juillet 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 25 août 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 22 septembre 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 27 octobre 2024 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
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mai 2024
5th
Mayenne
RIVER CRUISE AND LUNCH
Enjoy a trip on the River Mayenne with lunch included at the local restaurant "Beau Rivage".
Reservations must be made at the Mayenne Tourist Office.
Alternative dates:
- 2 June
- 7 July
- 25 August
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5th
La Ferté Macé
Local market dedicated to flowers, shrubs, seeds and garden decoration.
Refreshments will be available
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11th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FOIRE DES ANDAINES - 11 & 12 May 2024
Large vide grenier, covering the route from Bagnoles de l'Orne to Saint Michel des Andaines.
In excess of 300 stalls
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18th
La Ferté Macé
SPRING FAIR
Culinary entertainment and "battle of the chefs" producer stalls, vintage car exhibition, workshops and cookery demonstrations with Michelin-starred chefs
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23rd
Mayenne
BOUCLES DE LA MAYENNE : 23 May - 26 May
A local cycling event over 4 days.
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26th
Carrouges
PARK FAYRE: Normandy Maine Geopark Regional Nature Park
A day of fun with a focus on biodiversity, crafts and local produce. Periodic shows will take place throughout the day.
Restauration on site.
Time: 10am - 6pm
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juin 2024
1st
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE DES PLANTES - 1 & 2 JUNE 2024
A local event involving approx 70 exhibitors including plant nurseries, garden art craftsmen and designers. Street and children's entertainment.
The theme is "voluble plants: plants that make a wall".
Times: 10h - 18h both days
Entrance 5€
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8th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
UNE HISTOIRE VIVANTE - LE MOYEN AGE : 8 & 9 JUNE 2024
A re-enactment of life in the 15th Century (Middle Ages). Displays of jousting, equestrian games and combat on foot.
Times: Sat/Sun 10hrs to 18hrs
Prices: Adults from 12 €
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30th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FÊTE BELLE EPOQUE
Back to the 1900s - come and enjoy the exhibitions and local entertainment. Clothing, music and shows.
Theme for this year is SPORT
More information to follow
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juillet 2024
13th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
LES ENTRELACES : 13 & 14 July
A local festival celebrating arts in the street.
Starts on the 13 July from 6pm
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14th
National
FETE NATIONAL
Local events happening throughout France.
14th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
FETE NATIONAL - Vide Grenier
Large vide grenier throughout the town.
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14th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE NATIONALE
Lots of entertainment around the town all day until nightfall!
- Hippodrome - Horse races from 13:30 hrs
- Street theatre and musical entertainment
- Fireworks show by the lake at nightfall
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19th
Mayenne
FETE DE LA MADELEINE : 19-22 JULY 2024
More details to this weekend of exhibitions and funfair rides to follow shortly.
21st
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE DE LA SAINTE MADELAINE
Annual event with a multitude of street animations, festive and musical entertainment ending with a firework display by the château.
- Hippodrome - horse races from 13:30pm
- Musical entertainment
- Firework display, Parc du Château
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août 2024
4th
Javron-les-Chapelles
OLD VEHICLE DISPLAY
A large collection of classic vehicles and vide grenier.
Entrance: 1,50€
11th
Ceacé
FêTE ST ERNIER
A day celebrating the liberation of Ceaucé: mass, wreath-laying, parade of WW2 vehicles, funfair, dance, fireworks display
15th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE DU 15 AOUT
A traditional 15 August festival, with a wide range of entertainment:
- Hippodrome - Horse races from 1.30pm
- Street entertainment
- Firework display, Bagnoles de l'Orne lake
Free admission.
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17th
Flers
PARADE & EXHIBITION OF VINTAGE MILITARY VEHICLES
The parade commences at 11h going through the centre of Flers and finishing at the Château car-park.
Afterwards it would be possible to attend a guided tour on the liberation of Flers
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23rd
Fontaine-Daniel
LA FêTE DE LA TERRE : 23-25 August 2024
Local ecological fair based on natural elements. Programme includes conferences, workshops, exhibitions, street entertainments, organic market and more.
Full program to follow.
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31st
La Ferté Macé
LOCAL PRODUCE, WINE & ART MARKET
A local fair for local and regional products
Exhibition of vintage vehicles
Children play area in front of the church
Times: 09:00 - 17:00
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septembre 2024
1st
La Ferté Macé
FLEA MARKET
Approximately 400 stall holders throughout the town.
Street entertainment with childrens area in front of the church
country music demonstration next to the town hall on Sunday from 10:30 hrs to 17 hrs
Times: 7am - 6pm
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21st
National
JOURNEES DU PATRIMOINE : 21 & 22 September 2024
A national weekend of discovery of historical places, museums and places not usually open to the public. Check back regularly to discover local events.
21st
LOCAL
JOURNEES DU PATRIMOINE : 21 & 22 September 2024
Bagnoles de l'Orne - Guided tour of the Belle Epoque quatre - reservations at the Tourist Office - Saturday 21 @ 14h30
Fougerolles-du-Plessis - Chateau de Goue - Opening times: 10:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 19:00
29th
Ceaucé
ART & JARDIN 25TH edition
Exhibition and stalls of plants and garden decoration.
More details to follow in due course.