Seasonal fetes and festivals
The following is a list of fetes and festivals in the region. More information can be obtained from campsite reception during your stay.
May
19-20th May 2007 - La Rochelle
Formula 1 speedboat World Chamionships
19-20th May
Open day at the Aéroclub Albert Baron
Exhibition of old airplanes, initiation flights and as passenger and pilot.
See our resident campsite pilot, Caroline, at reception !
25-26th May 2007 - Rochefort
Cigogne en Fête à 10 années-lumière !
10th anniversary of this popular event with street illuminations, theatre and music.
June
9th June - La Rochelle
11th edition of the Fête du Port
Fun and feasting in the port of La Rochelle.
16-17th June - Rochefort
6th edition of Ville en fête
Shows and entertainment in the port of Rochefort.
21th June - Almost everywhere !
Fête de la Musique
Anyone can play almost anywhere they like !
June - July
29th June - 9th July - La Rochelle
35th Festival International du Film
Restrospectives and rare films.
July
From the beginning of July to end Sept - in Charente-Maritime
13th edition of the festival 'sites en Scène'
Historical sites throughout the county provide the setting for theatre and music accompanied by pyrotechnic displays and illuminations.
11 - 16th July - La Rochelle
23rd Francofolies
The biggest music festival in France dedicated to French artists and music.
August
End of August - Rochefort
Rochefort en Accords
An exceptional gathering of international artists in an historical setting with an accent on acoustic improvisation.
September
15-16th septembre - Rochefort et La Rochelle
Historical heritage days
Two historical towns are the setting for special lighting displays, music and theatre.
