FESTIVALS 2018 THE GUIDE


La Nuit des Chimères July-August, 2018


Come to Le Mans this summer to witness a kaleidoscope of colour and rippling pictures. When dusk falls, seven iconic historical monuments – from the cathedral to the academy courtyard – transform into canvases for a city-wide light and sound show sure to put stars in your eyes. www.nuitdeschimeres.com


Les Turbulentes May 3-5, 2019


Eccentric and a little mischievous, Les Turbulentes in Vieux-Condé is a platform for provocative street theatre, including burlesque, juggling and political commentary, among other weird and wonderful acts. www.lesturbulentes.com


FOOD & DRINK Bordeaux Wine Festival June 14-17, 2018


Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or simply broadening your palate, the


Bordeaux Wine Festival is a biennial event celebrating the region’s favourite tipple


Bordeaux Wine Festival comes highly recommended. Taking place every two years, it’s an open invitation to come and enjoy the best of the region. This year’s event takes visitors on a 2km route lined with pavilions offering samples, demonstrations and local gastronomy to boot. The festivities round off with a bang – keep your eyes peeled for the firework dragon! www.bordeaux-wine-festival.com


Les Étoiles de Mougins June 2-3, 2018 Top chefs flock from around the globe to this annual meeting in Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes. A stone’s throw from Cannes, celebrities of the culinary world come here to rub shoulders with one another and inspire 25,000 or so spectators for their own escapades in the kitchen, with cooking classes and


demonstrations, conferences and


contests. For the 13th edition this year, the revered guest of honour is Philippe Etchebest, Michelin-starred chef and MOF (Meilleur Ouvrier de France). lesetoilesdemougins.com


Fête du Citron February 20 – March 3, 2019 This zesty carnival revolves around lemons and their role in making Menton one of Europe’s key citrus growers. The organic displays are astounding, combining the festival’s namesake with its orange cousin for an eye-popping


Mediterranean sensation. To make it even more fun, there’s a chosen theme every year. This year saw a wealth of Bollywood- inspired creations, including an orange elephant and fruity replica of the Taj Mahal, and we can only imagine what’s in store for 2019. Whatever the case, it’s the perfect way to dust off those winter cobwebs and welcome in the warmer months. www.fete-du-citron.com


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