Events Diary
Discover local events at a glance. Please return regularly as this is being updated daily.
mai 2026
11th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
AFTERNOON TEA AND DANCE
Immerse yourself in the warm, festive atmosphere of a guinguette, where the music sets hearts and feet alight! On the programme: lively musette, wild waltzes and breathless javas.
A delicious Normandy-style afternoon tea awaits you, so treat yourself… and come and dance in Bagnoles!
Booking essential at the tourist office.
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13th
Tinchebray
GUIDED VISIT - TINCHEBRAY PRISON « Prison Royale »
Experience the cells, courtroom, dungeons and a chapel during the turbulent era of the French Revolution.
The tour guide is passionate and brings to life the history steep into this site.
Booking essential via Domfront or Bagnoles de l'Orne Tourist Offices.
Bookings before 18hrs the evening before.
Additional Dates available.
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16th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FOIRE DES ANDAINES : 16-17 May 2026
Annual Fayre / Vide Grenier between Bagnoles de l'Orne and Saint-Michel-des-Andaines (approx 3km) with approx 2000 stall holders.
Side shows, food and drink available
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16th
Fountaine-Daniel
GUIDED VISIT - BOIS SALAIR MONASTERY – A TOUR OF THE CHAPEL
Join with the Sisters and discover the Chapel, its architecture and its frescoes.
Additional Dates:
18 avril - 25 avril - 9 mai - 16 mai - 30 mai - 6 juin - 27 juin - 11 juillet - 25 juillet - 15 août - 29 août - 12 sept.
- Durée : 45 min
- Horaire : 14 h 30
- Tarif : 4 € – Gratuit pour les moins de 12 ans
No booking required
Please Note : Shoulders and leg must be covered - please wear suitable clothing.
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16th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
GUIDED VISIT - ARTISANAL CIDRE PRODUCER
The owners of n organic cider farm welcome you to their farm to share their passion and expertise.
Discover the behind-the-scenes process of making cider, perry and delicious fruit juices (apple and blackcurrant, apple and strawberry, and more).
A friendly and delicious outing not to be missed!
Booking via the Tourist Office
Additional Dates available.
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17th
Mayenne
APERITIF CRUISE
Discover the River Mayenne and views of the the regions landscapes with an apero cruise on the "La Meduana". Refreshments are made with 100% local products and a musical atmosphere will help you relax. Drinks are payable on board.
Boarding : 10 minutes before departure.
Time : 19:00 - 20:30 hrs
Price : from 10.50€
Booking advisable via the Mayenne Tourist Office
Additional Dates:
5 August : 19:00 - 20:30 hrs
21 August : 19:00 - 20:30 hrs
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18th
Magny le Desert
GUIDED TOUR OF CIDRE FARM - MANOIR DE DURCET
Follow the fruit from orchard to your glass.
Go through the orchards, processing of the fruit, bottling and the ageing process within the cellars.
Reservation obligatory
Additonal dates available.
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23rd
Fontaine-Daniel
GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour of Fontaine-Daniel, an unusual village built around the "Toiles de Mayenne" textile factory, established in 1806. Discover the former 13th-century Cistercian abbey: visit the cloister and the cellar, a remarkable vaulted stone room. Visit the Saint-Michel Chapel, stroll through the village streets and the allotment gardens.
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 hrs
Price : from 10.50€
Additional dates:
10 July 2026 : 10:00 - 11:30 hrs
04 August 2026 : 10:00 - 11:30 hrs
18 August 2026 : 10:00 - 11:30 hrs
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23rd
Fontaine-Daniel
GUIDE TOUR OF THE ORTHODOX MONASTERY
The Sisters invite you to walk through the medicinal and aromatic plant garden. Are you able to identify and discover their used.
Time 10:30 hrs - duration 1 hr
Price : 6€, reduced prices available
Dress Code, essential : shoulders and legs must be covered
Reservations via the Mayenne Tourist Office
Additional Dates:
6 June
25 July
5 September
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24th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
Cars and Coffee - l’Assoc. Bagnoles Moteurs Classiques: ‘Cars & Coffee’ presents a gathering of vintage, classic, sports and prestigious vehicles. You can admire the beautiful bodywork, fine mechanics and chat with passionate enthusiasts.
Free entry - 09:30 - 12:30
28th June
23rd August
13th September
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24th
Chantrigné - Le Horps
VINTAGE TRACTOR RALLY
Departure from Chantrigné at 09:00 hrs, going through Le Ribay at around 11:00 hrs. Arriving at Le Horps at around 16:00 hrs.
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25th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
CREATIONS IN CEMENT EXHIBITION : 25 - 31 MAY 2026
Discover garden ornaments created in cement.
Additional Dates:
20 - 26 June 2026
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28th
Mayenne
BOUCLES DE LA MAYENNE : 28 - 31 MAY 2026
Local cycling event - 4 stages
Thursday 28/05 : Prologue, Espace Mayenne Laval
Friday 29/05 : Renault Saint Berthevin to Chateau Gontier sur Mayenne
Saturday 30/05 : Aron to Pré-en-Pail-Saint-Samson
Sunday 31/05 : Cossé-le-Vivien to Laval
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29th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
From 29 May to 1 June 2026, Bagnoles de l’Orne will become the base for the Rallye International du Pays de Fougères, a leading event dedicated to classic cars.
On the programme:
- Friday 29 May 2026 - Arrival of the crews in Bagnoles de l’Orne after a first day traversing the landscapes of the Alpes Mancelles.
- Saturday 30 May 2026 - Departure of the cars from Bagnoles de l’Orne for a grand loop through Normandy, across the Suisse Normande and the Pays d’Auge.
- Sunday 31 May 2026 - Exhibition of the cars in the Casino gardens at 09:30, Presentation of the vehicles and crews at Place de la Gare at 14:30.
- Monday 1 June 2026 - Final day with a cultural visit to Carrouges Castle.
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31st
La Chapelle au Riboul
OPEN DAY AT THE FARM
Discover the Ruade farm - farm tours, animal traction demonstrations and equipment exhibition.
Time: 10:00 - 18:00 hrs
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juin 2026
5th
Lassay-les-Chateaux
INAUGURATION - JARDIN BOREAL : 5 & 6 JUNE 2026
A two day celebration of the opening of a new community centre.
Programme includes tours, workshops, concerts and games.
Refreshments available.
Friday : 17:00 hrs - 01:00 hrs
Saturday : 10:00 hrs - 22:00 hrs
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6th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE DES PLANTES (ENTRE VILLE ET JARDIN) : 6-7 June 2026
A major annual plant festival in Bagnoles de l'Orne.
The programme includes: conferences, walking tours, temporary garden, children's activities, Bagnoles de l'Orne Normandie Prize, Coup de Coeur Prize, Garden Selection Prize, and more.
Over 70 exhibitors: nursery growers, garden decoration artisans, associations, and more.
Place: Arboretum, Parc du Chateau
Entrance fee: 5€
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6th
Aérodrome des Bruyères à Rives d'Andaine
6th and 7th June
The Andaine Flying Club invites you to explore the aircraft based at the aerodrome and/or those visiting. On the programme:
- Aircraft display on the ground
- Introductory flights (aircraft, gyrocopters)
- Air Force stand
07:30 - 18:00
Free entry.
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10th
Le Mans
We look forward to seeing you again from 10 to 14 June 2026 for the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, which will see the return of the leading manufacturers to the Hypercar class: Aston Martin, Alpine, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Genesis, Peugeot and Toyota.
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13th
Lassay Les Chateaux
13th - 14th June. A dramatised historical re-enactment of life at the fortress in the 15th century
Over two days: soldiers, peasants, craftsmen, nobles and knights: all walks of life will be represented, offering a complete immersion in life during the latter half of the 15th century.
Food available on site, ticket valid for the whole day
A tour of the castle is included in the admission ticket
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14th
Mayenne
RIVER CRUISE & LUNCH : 10 May 2026
Place: Quai de Waiblingen, 53100 Mayenne
Booking essential via the Tourist Office
A discovery cruise along the river, with lunch at a local restaurant "Beau Rivage"
More information can be found using the link below.
Additional Dates:
Le 10 mai 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 14 juin 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 28 juin 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 19 juillet 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 9 août 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 23 août 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 13 septembre 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 27 septembre 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
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14th
Jublains and Mayenne
GUIDE TOUR OF JUBLAINS FORTRESS AND MAYENNE CASTLE MUSEUM
Join a local archaeologist (director of the Mayenne Castle Museum) and a guide to rediscover the Jublains Fortress.
Discover the surprising connection between the two sites.
Time : 10:00 hrs
Each tour will last approximately 45 mins
Reservations are mandatory
email: coevrons-mayenne@lamayenne.fr or tel 02.43.58.13.00
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juillet 2026
2nd
Le Mans
LE MANS CLASSIC LEGEND : 2-5 July 2026
Le Mans Classic Legend event highlights models between 1970s and 2010s
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4th
Mayenne
GUIDED RIVER CRUISE
Prices from 10.50€, reduced rates available
Times: 16:00-17:30 hrs
Additional Dates:
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8th
Domfront
FIND ELEANOR'S DAUGHTER - One for the children !
Eleanor's daughter has been kidnapped using various methods can you find her for the Christening. Your effects will be rewarded with a traditional Normandy treat.
Location: Chateau de Domfront
Time: 15:30 hrs - 16:30 hrs approx
Booking Required - see Tourist Office at Domfront
Additional Dates:
Every Wednesday from 15 April 2026 to 22 April 2026, from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Every Wednesday from 8 July 2026 to 26 August 2026, from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Age: 5 years and older - must be able to read.
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11th
Saint Julien du Terroux
DISCOVERY GUIDE OF THE VILLAGE
With the help of a guide-lecturer, discover the history and heritage of this northern Mayenne village.
Price: 5€
Time: 15:00 hrs
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14th
Mayenne
RIVER CRUISE - COMMENTATED
Take a relaxing 30 minute cruise along the River Mayenne.
Boarding is 15 mins before departure.
Reservations recommended via the Mayenne Tourist Office.
Price : 5€, reduced prices available
Times: 15:00 - 15:30 hrs // 16:00 - 16:30 hrs // 17:00 - 17:30 hrs
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