Events Diary
Discover local events at a glance. Please return regularly as this is being updated daily.
avril 2025
27th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
CLASSIC CAR DISPLAY
Enjoy seeing old, classic cars and vehicles. Last Sunday of each month "l'association Bagnoles Moteurs Classiques" organises a gathering.
Place: Place des Halles, 61140 Bagnoles de l'Orne
Additional Dates:
Le 27 avril 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 25 mai 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 22 juin 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 27 juillet 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 24 août 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 28 septembre 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
Le 26 octobre 2025 de 09:30 jusqu'à 12:30
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mai 2025
3rd
Mayenne
MUSICAL BOAT TRIP
For the start of the river cruises, the local Tourist Office is offering this musical cruise on the River Mayenne.
Music will be provided by Tan-Aïs duo
Booking recommended at the Tourist Office.
Boarding 15 minutes before the start of the cruise.
Time: 4pm to 5.30pm
Price: 12€
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4th
Jublains
GUIDED TOUR - JUBLAIN'S THERMAL BATHS
discover the architecture the thermal baths and how people washed themselves in Gallo-Roman times.
Learn about the importance of thermal baths and water in everyday life, including the hygienic and therapeutic functions as well as their social and recreational value.
A visit to the museum and the use of a scale model will help you find out more about ancient baths.
Dress appropriately for the weather: outdoor visit.
Book in advance
Time: 14:30 - 16:00 hrs
Tariff: from 6€ but does not include entrance to the museum
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4th
Mayenne
BOAT TRIP WITH COMMENTARY
Board the "La Meduana" river boat to relax, maybe spend some time with family and friends. Enjoy discovering the fauna and flora and the the history of the region
Booking recommended at the Vallée de Haute Mayenne Tourist Office.
Boarding: 15 minutes before the start of the cruise.
Time: 16:00 - 17:30 hrs
Tariffs: Adults - 9€-10.50€
Alternative Dates:
8-10 May : 16:00 - 17:30 hrs
17 May : 11:00 - 12:00 hrs
18 May : 16:00 - 17:30 hrs
24 May : 11:00 - 12:00 hrs
25 May : 16:00 - 17:30 hrs
29-30 May : 16:00 - 17:30 hrs
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8th
Jublains
GUIDED "STORYTELLING" TOUR
This storytelling tour of Jublains begins at the museum and is approx 1.6 km long. Seats are available en-route.
The stories are told by "Vindapennos, the diablinte bard" who also explains the village's monuments.
Suitable for Families, children aged 7 and over.
Booking recommended.
Time: 15:00 hrs to 16:30 hrs
Tariffs : from 6€
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8th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
Y'A D'LA JOIE !
A day of events to celebrate spring and the joy of being together!
A full programme includes games, entertainment, producer stalls and craft market
Catering at several sites
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9th
Fontaine Daniel
GUIDE VISIT - 10h
Enjoy a guided visit of Fontaine-Daniel, a local village built around the materials factory "Toiles de Mayenne" in the 1800s
Discover the former Cistercian abbey dating from the 13th century, the Chapelle Saint-Michel, the village streets and allotments.
Free time at the Toiles de Mayenne shop.
Reservations via the Tourist Office
Additional dates:
Le 15 avril 2025 - 10:00 à 11:30
Le 9 mai 2025 - 10:00 à 11:30
Le 26 juin 2025 - 10:00 à 11:30
Le 11 juillet 2025 - 10:00 à 11:30
Le 19 août 2025 - 10:00 à 11:30
Tariffs : from 10,50 € payable at the tourist office or by cash on the day.
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10th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FOIRE DES ANDAINES : 10 & 11 MAY 2025
A weekend dedicated to a large vide grenier, normally around 2,000 exhibitors. Stretching approx 2.5km between Bagnoles de l'Orne and St Michel des Andaines. A great weekend to grab a bargain.
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11th
Ranes
VISIT TO PREHISTORIC MUSEUM
Explore the origins and evolution of humankind. Discover the daily lives of early men and women. Watch a demonstration of how to light a fire and carve flint tools, just like in prehistoric times!
The guided tour includes games for adults and children, hands-on activities and demonstrations, so you can discover prehistory in an original way, with your family or friends!
Alternative Dates:
9 March 2025 - 15h à 16h30
13 April 2025 - 15h à 16h30
11 May 2025 -15h à 16h30
15 June 2025 - 15h à 16h30
7 July 2025 - 15h à 16h30
21 July 2025 - 15h à 16h30
4 August 2025 - 15h à 16h30
14 September 2025 - 15h à 16h30
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12th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
DISCOVERY LOCAL CIDER FARM - MANOIR DE DURCET
The tour of the orchards and cellars will take you to discover the production, harvesting and processing of the cider apples and pears. The tour finishes with a tasting session.
Additional Dates:
Le 14 avril 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 12:00
Le 12 mai 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
Le 2 juin 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
Le 23 juin 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
Le 7 juillet 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
Le 14 août 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 12:00
Le 25 août 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
Le 15 septembre 2025 de 15:00 jusqu'à 17:00
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15th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
GUIDED TOUR OF A SMALL GARDEN - LE JARDIN RETIRÉ
Discover the poetry of a small intimate garden that was started over 20 years ago covering an area of 2,500 m2.
Reservations via Bagnoles Tourist Office
Price: from 6€
Additional Dates.
Le 15 mai 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
Le 19 juin 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
Le 10 juillet 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
Le 31 juillet 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
Le 21 août 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
Le 11 septembre 2025 de 10:00 jusqu'à 11:30 et de 15:00 jusqu'à 16:30
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18th
Mayenne
BOAT TRIP AND LUNCH
A discovery cruise along the river, with lunch at the Beau Rivage restaurant, in a pleasant setting on the banks of the Mayenne.
Reservations required at the Vallée de Haute Mayenne Tourist Office.
Tariff from 59,50€
DATES:
Le 18 mai 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 15 juin 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 29 juin 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 20 juillet 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 10 août 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 24 août 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 14 septembre 2025 de 11:30 jusqu'à 15:30
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29th
Mayenne Departement
50TH BOUCLES DE LA MAYENNE : 29 May to 1 June 2025
Cycling event, similar to Tour de France but local. Four stages covering about 550 km
29 May / ETAPE 1 : Prologue, Laval
30 May / ETAPE 2 : Renault Saint-Berthevin > Juvigné
31 May / ETAPE 3 : Sainte-Suzanne > Bais
1 June / ETAPE 4 : Javron-les-Chapelles > Laval
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31st
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETES DES PLANTES : 31 May - 1 June 2025
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31st
Mayenne
DISCOVER MAYENNE'S OLD CONVENT
The history of the Convent of the Visitation will be told by a guide and lecturer. With the exceptional opening of this site, visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the special atmosphere of former monastic life - duration about 1h30
Meeting point in the convent car park.
Time: 15:00 hrs
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juin 2025
8th
Fougerolles-du-Plessis
Miniature universe, with a test area for young and old.
Special entertainment: come and try your hand at a flight simulator and discover 3D printing!
Exhibitions and demonstrations by over 150 exhibitors, models, radio-controlled machines, railway networks, etc.
Refreshments and snacks on site.
10:00 - 18:00
Free admission
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11th
Le Mans
24HR LE MANS : 11-15 JUNE 2025
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14th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
GUIDED TOUR OF BAGNOLES DURING LIBERATION / VISITE GUIDÉE BAGNOLES à LA LIBÉRATION
Discovery Bagnoles at the occupation from 1939 to Liberation in 1944. Will take approximately 2hr
Depart from the Tourist Office (Reservations before 11am)
Time: 14:30 hr
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14th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
LASSAY, UNE HISTOIRE VIVANT : 14 & 15 June 2025
Based at the Château, a re-enactment of château life in the 15th Century.
Additional details to follow
juillet 2025
3rd
Le Mans
24 HOUR CLASSIC : 3 - 6 July 2025
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5th
Tour de France
TOUR DE FRANCE : 5 - 27 July 2025
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8th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
TOUR OF CIDER MUSEUM / VISITE DU MUSÉE DU CIDRE
A tour of the production area (orchard, cider house, still, our ageing cellars and labelling), discover the Cider Museum with a scenography and activities to help you understand how apple juice, cider and Calvados are produced. Discover the tools of yesteryear and videos showing how cidre is made today.
At the end a tasting of the products will be offered.
Time: 16:00hrs to 17:30hrs
Reservations: Tourist Office, before 11am on the day of the tour
Meet at : domaine de la Duretière, route de Chantrigné, 53110, Lassay les Châteaux
ADDITIONAL DATES:
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 July to 21 August 2025
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20th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
FETE DE LA SAINTE MADELEINE
Programme to follow
Normally a day of street entertainment
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26th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
PARC DU CHATEAU
A Tour of the park discovering the legends of mystical creatures lurking around bends, in trees - is it a werewolf, fairy or goblin.
Reservations via Bagnoles Tourist Office.
Price: 4€
Additional Dates:
Le 19 avril 2025 de 14:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 26 juillet 2025 de 14:30 jusqu'à 15:30
Le 25 octobre 2025 de 14:30 jusqu'à 15:30
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31st
Lassay-les-Châteaux
FESTIVAL arX mVsica : 31 July to 5 August 2025
A music festival held at the Château - this year's theme is English Music from the Middle Ages.
Additional details to follow
août 2025
1st
DOMFRONT
MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL : Les Médiévales de Domfront - 1-3 August 2025
A weekend set in the medieval period.
Streets full of craft stall, street shows.
Entertainment at the Château includes medieval encampment, medieval engineering, chivalry tournaments, etc
Tariffs: 10 €
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15th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
NIGHT-TIME MUSICAL SHOW : 15 & 16 August 2025
This show "De la pierre à l’étoile" is held annually and is displayed between the castle's towers.
Place: Château de Lassay
Additional details to follow
23rd
Lassay-les-Châteaux
LASSAY SECOND EMPIRE : 23 & 24 August
Place: Château de Lassay
A re-enactment detailing life under Napoléon III
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septembre 2025
20th
National
JOURNEES DU PATRIMOINE : 20 & 21 September 2025
A national weekend of discovery of historical places, museums and places not usually open to the public.
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20th
LOCAL
JOURNEES DU PATRIMOINE : 20 & 21 September 2025
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20th
Lassay-les-Châteaux
GUIDED TOUR AT NIGHT
Visit Château de Lassay at night, illuminated and enhanced with music.
Additional information to follow