Don’t Miss Out: Your Ultimate Guide to France’s 2025 Cultural Festivals!

December 16, 2024

In addition to booking your tour tickets to Disneyland Paris, consider immersing yourself in the vibrant cultural festivals happening across France in 2025. Here are some exciting events to include in your itinerary:

1. Nice Carnival

Dates: February 15 - March 2, 2025
One of the most famous carnivals in the world, the Nice Carnival features grand parades, elaborate floats, and the famous "flower battles" where participants throw flowers into the crowd. The theme for 2025 is "The Sea and Oceans". 

 

2. Lemon Festival in Menton

Dates: February 15 - March 2, 2025
Held concurrently with the Nice Carnival, the Lemon Festival in Menton celebrates the region's citrus fruits with stunning sculptures and floats made entirely of lemons and oranges. The festival includes parades, concerts, and fireworks. Besides this festival, you can also find other activities to do in Menton here. 

 

3. La Route du Rock Winter

Dates: February 26 - March 1, 2025
This festival in St-Malo and Rennes showcases rock and post-punk acts from around the world. It's a great event for music lovers looking to discover new and emerging artists.

 

4. Cannes Film Festival

Dates: May 13-24, 2025
One of the most prestigious film festivals globally, the Cannes Film Festival attracts the biggest names in cinema. It features film screenings, red carpet events, and the awarding of the coveted Palme d'Or.

 

5. Fête de la Musique

Dates: June 21, 2025
Celebrated on the summer solstice, this nationwide music festival features free concerts in cities and towns across France. Musicians of all genres, both amateur and professional, take to the streets to perform.

 

6. We Love Green Festival

Dates: June 6-8, 2025
Held in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris, this eco-friendly music festival features a diverse lineup of artists from various genres, including electronic, pop, and rock. The festival also focuses on sustainability and environmental awareness.

Image credit: www.welovegreen.fr

 

7. Festival d'Avignon

Dates: July 5-25, 2025
One of the most important contemporary performing arts events in the world, the Festival d'Avignon features theater, dance, and music performances in various historic venues throughout the city of Avignon.

Image credit: Mast Trips

8. Lyon Biennial

Dates: September 21, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Alternating between dance and contemporary art, the Lyon Biennial is a major cultural event. The 2024-2025 edition focuses on contemporary art, with exhibitions, installations, and performances taking place throughout the city.

These festivals offer a fantastic opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage and artistic innovation that France is known for. Whether you're interested in music, film, or performing arts, there's something for everyone to enjoy in 2025. 

So, grab your bag, book your hotel and explore more fun activities in France!

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