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Experience a memorable summerin Haute-Vienne

Must-see summer events

This summer, our destination has a season full of must-see events in store 🎉.

Discover a multitude of outdoor music festivals, street art shows, festive evenings by the Saint-Pardoux lake and much more 🙈.

Come on, we’re unveiling our top 8 events that will punctuate your summer 2025 💛.

Mark your calendars to make sure you don’t miss any of the season’s highlights 🗓️.

At a glance
Limoges

Urbaka Festival

June 26-29, 2025

The Urbaka Festival, a flagship street arts event in Limoges, was created to transform public spaces into living stages 🎭.

Every year, for 4 days at the end of June, national and international companies enliven the streets with theater, circus, acrobatics, and pyrotechnic performances 🔥.

The festival, which is entirely free of charge, takes place mainly in the Cité district around the cathedral and attracts thousands of visitors.

Since its creation, Urbaka has breathed new life into Limoges’ squares, lawns and fountains, offering a setting conducive to exchanges and encounters.

You’ll also find food trucks, food stalls and children’s activities on site, guaranteeing a festive and convivial experience for all!

Lac de Saint-Pardoux

Wednesdays on the lake

July 9 to August 27, 2025

Have you heard of Wednesdays on the Lake at Lac de Saint-Pardoux?

Whatever your answer, we look forward to seeing you on Santrop beach every Wednesday from July 9 to August 27 for this not-to-be-missed 🌞 summer event.

On the program, you’ll be able to enjoy open-air concerts, discover local produce at the farmers’ market, enjoy open-air cinema screenings and admire the annual fireworks display on the lake 🎉.

Families will particularly appreciate the many activities on offer for children!

Don’t wait any longer, discover this year’s program 😉.

Châteauneuf-la-Forêt

Festival du Mont Gargan

August 13 to 18, 2025

The iconic Festival du Mont Gargan returns this summer for its 60th edition, from August 13 to 18, 2025 🌞.

With a program as rich as it is diverse, this iconic event is an invitation to explore and celebrate rich local and international folklore in all its forms 🎉.

Find shows, balls, a multitude of animations, a trail and traditional music concerts transporting festival-goers on an immersive journey through cultures and traditions from around the world 🌍.

So, if you’re passionate about music, culinary delights, captivating works of art or outdoor adventures, this is the festival for you 😉.

Limoges

1001 Notes Festival

July 15 to 19, 2025

Catch the 1001 Notes Festival, for 5 days, from July 15 to 19, 2025 at the Patinoire Olympique Municipale de Limoges 🎉.

This festival offers an innovative fusion of classical music with various genres such as electro, country, and metal 🎺.

This unique musical event offers concerts, entertainment and activities for all ages, welcoming renowned artists such as Anastasia Kobekina and Degiheugi!

Don’t miss the festive village with foodtrucks free apero-concerts and entertainment for children, creating an immersive experience for music lovers 🎻.

Seduced? Book your ticket now 🎫

Bessines-sur-Gartempe

Bandafolie's

July 10 to 14, 2025

Every July, the Bandafolie’s festival invades Bessines-sur-Gartempe for 4 days, offering a multitude of entertainment, bandas and folk orchestras 🥁.

From July 10 to 14, 2025, don’t miss this not-to-be-missed festive event! 🌞

Since 1997, this festival has attracted around 40,000 people thanks to its varied shows, DJs, food-trucks, parade and fireworks 🎆.

For revelers and sports enthusiasts, an 8-kilometer run, the Bandafoulées, is organized before kicking off the festivities 🏃🏻.

This event, renowned for its convivial atmosphere, transforms the village into a summer party mecca 🎉.

Villefavard - Dorat - Mortemart

Festival du Haut Limousin

July 10 to August 2, 2025

The Festival du Haut-Limousin, invites you to its 27th edition from July 10 to August 2, 2025 for a unique musical experience in the heart 🧡 of Limousin.

This touring event offers a rich program of classical, jazz and traditional music concerts, as well as strolls, poetic encounters and tastings of local produce at the guinguette 😋.

You’ll have the chance to attend these concerts in exceptional sites such as the barn-auditorium in Villefavard, the church in Mortemart and the Collegiate Church in Le Dorat 🤩.

Psst…Don’t miss the lantern-lit musical strolls at dusk, a unique and magical moment 🏮.

So, what are you waiting for? Go and take a look at the program 👀.

Nexon

Festival Multi-Pistes

August 12 to 16, 2025

Come to Nexon in August for this not-to-be-missed event celebrating the circus arts in all their forms!

The Festival Multi-Pistes awaits you from August 12 to 16, 2025.

For nearly 40 years, this event has enlivened the Nexon summer with a dozen shows, festive evenings, concerts, workshops and aperitifs over 5 days 🎉.

The multi-disciplinary and international festival takes place in various venues including the castle park, offering a unique sensory experience with performances blending circus, dance, visual arts and music 🎪.

Discover the varied and captivating program from June 21 🗓️

Limousin

Tour du Limousin

August 19 to 22, 2025

The Tour du Limousin, to be held from August 19 to 22, 2025, is a must-see cycling event attracting international teams 🚲.

This prestigious event spans 4 days and traverses the beautiful landscapes of Limousin, offering intense and captivating competition 🌿.

With varied stages showcasing the hills and valleys of Limousin, the tour promises thrilling moments for spectators and participants alike 👀.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy an exceptional sporting experience in the heart 💚 of Limousin.