Events Diary
Discover local events at a glance. Please return regularly as this is being updated daily.
juin 2026
20th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
CREATIONS IN CEMENT EXHIBITION : 25 - 31 MAY 2026
Discover garden ornaments created in cement.
Additional Dates:
20 - 26 June 2026
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20th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
GUIDED VISIT - ARTISANAL CIDRE PRODUCER
The owners of n organic cider farm welcome you to their farm to share their passion and expertise.
Discover the behind-the-scenes process of making cider, perry and delicious fruit juices (apple and blackcurrant, apple and strawberry, and more).
A friendly and delicious outing not to be missed!
Booking via the Tourist Office
Additional Dates: - 11 July, 8 & 22 Aug, 12 Sept.
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22nd
Bagnoles de l'Orne
AFTERNOON TEA AND DANCE
Immerse yourself in the warm, festive atmosphere of a guinguette, where the music sets hearts and feet alight! On the programme: lively musette, wild waltzes and breathless javas.
A delicious Normandy-style afternoon tea awaits you, so treat yourself… and come and dance in Bagnoles!
Time: 15:00 hrs - 17:30 hrs
Booking essential at the Tourist Office.
Additional dates:
Le 22 juin 2026
Le 13 juillet 2026
Le 3 août 2026
Le 24 août 2026
Le 14 septembre 2026
Le 5 octobre 2026
Le 26 octobre 2026
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27th
Fountaine-Daniel
GUIDED VISIT - BOIS SALAIR MONASTERY – A TOUR OF THE CHAPEL
Join with the Sisters and discover the Chapel, its architecture and its frescoes.
- Durée : 45 min
- Horaire : 14 h 30
- Tarif : 4 € – Gratuit pour les moins de 12 ans
No booking required
Please Note : Shoulders and leg must be covered - please wear suitable clothing.
Additional Dates: - 11 juillet, 25 juillet, 15 &29 août, 12 sept.
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27th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
27th & 28th June.
Guided tours of Belle Époque villas, New Orleans ragtime and Auvergne-Parisian ballroom dancing, storytellers, jugglers, acrobats, equestrian acrobatics, craft market, plus a parade of vintage cars
Sunday morning, the grand 1900s parade, which will wind its way through the streets of Bagnoles accompanied by horsemen, musicians, street performers and other surprises, plus an exhibition of vintage cars.
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27th
Couterne
Fete de St Pierre 27th & 28th June
Saturday 27 June :
20:30 : Concert gratuit avec : - Dominique Février, Rap Electro, Jaja, Ska Hip Hop Swing.
23:00 : Lighting of the giant bonfire
Drinks and food available on site
Sunday 28 June:
7am: Wake-up call with a brass band
06:00–18:00: Car boot sale
12:00: Aperitif courtesy of the local council
12:30: Barbecue lunch €14 (fixed price)
(tickets on sale at local shops until 24 June)
In the afternoon:
Mi Gratteurs brass band
Ile aux ukulélés
Payasoloco wooden games
Funfair all weekend
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28th
Mayenne
RIVER CRUISE & LUNCH : 14 June 2026
Place: Quai de Waiblingen, 53100 Mayenne
Booking essential via the Tourist Office
A discovery cruise along the river, with lunch at a local restaurant "Beau Rivage"
More information can be found using the link below.
Additional Dates:
Le 28 juin 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 19 juillet 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 9 août 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 23 août 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 13 septembre 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
Le 27 septembre 2026 / 11:00 à 15:30
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28th
Bagnoles de l'Orne
Cars and Coffee - l’Assoc. Bagnoles Moteurs Classiques: ‘Cars & Coffee’ presents a gathering of vintage, classic, sports and prestigious vehicles. You can admire the beautiful bodywork, fine mechanics and chat with passionate enthusiasts.
Free entry - 09:30 - 12:30
23rd August
13th September
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29th
Magny le Desert
GUIDED TOUR OF CIDRE FARM - MANOIR DE DURCET
Follow the fruit from orchard to your glass.
Go through the orchards, processing of the fruit, bottling and the ageing process within the cellars.
Reservation obligatory
Additional dates: - 20 July, 10 & 31 Aug, 21 Sept.
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juillet 2026
2nd
Le Mans
LE MANS CLASSIC LEGEND : 2-5 July 2026
Le Mans Classic Legend event highlights models between 1970s and 2010s
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4th
Mayenne
GUIDED RIVER CRUISE
Climb aboard the Meduana and enjoy discovering the town of Mayenne and its surroundings. Learn a little more about the local flora and fauna, the region’s history and even the manual lock system. All this whilst cruising along the River Mayenne.
Prices from 10.50€, reduced rates available
Booking highly recommended via the Mayenne Tourist Office.
Times: 16:00-17:30 hrs
Boarding 15 minutes before the start of the cruise.
Additional Dates:
July : 9 - 13 / 16 - 19 / 21 - 26 / 28 - 31
August : 1 - 2 / 4 - 9 / 11 - 16 / 18 - 23 / 26 - 30
Sept : 5 - 6 / 12 - 13 / 19 - 20 / 26 - 27
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8th
Domfront
FIND ELEANOR'S DAUGHTER - One for the children !
Eleanor's daughter has been kidnapped using various methods can you find her for the Christening. Your effects will be rewarded with a traditional Normandy treat.
Location: Chateau de Domfront
Time: 15:30 hrs - 16:30 hrs approx
Booking Required - see Tourist Office at Domfront
Additional Dates:
Every Wednesday from 15 April 2026 to 22 April 2026, from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Every Wednesday from 8 July 2026 to 26 August 2026, from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Age: 5 years and older - must be able to read.
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11th
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Saint Julien du Terroux
DISCOVERY GUIDE OF THE VILLAGE
With the help of a guide-lecturer, discover the history and heritage of this northern Mayenne village.
Price: 5€
Time: 15:00 hrs
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14th
Mayenne
RIVER CRUISE - COMMENTATED
Take a relaxing 30 minute cruise along the River Mayenne.
Boarding is 15 mins before departure.
Reservations recommended via the Mayenne Tourist Office.
Price : 5€, reduced prices available
Times: 15:00 - 15:30 hrs // 16:00 - 16:30 hrs // 17:00 - 17:30 hrs
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17th
Mayenne
Fête de la Madeleine features a funfair with over 80 stallholders, an exhibition area with more than 200 stands, a food village and free concerts every evening. A major event in the farming community, showing prize winning cattle, bulls, horses, sheep, etc.
17th - 20th incl
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25th
Fontaine-Daniel
GUIDE TOUR OF THE ORTHODOX MONASTERY
The Sisters invite you to walk through the medicinal and aromatic plant garden. Are you able to identify and discover their used.
Time 10:30 hrs - duration 1 hr
Price : 6€, reduced prices available
Dress Code, essential : shoulders and legs must be covered
Reservations via the Mayenne Tourist Office
Additional Date: - 5 September
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août 2026
5th
Mayenne
APERITIF CRUISE
Discover the River Mayenne and views of the the regions landscapes with an apero cruise on the "La Meduana". Refreshments are made with 100% local products and a musical atmosphere will help you relax. Drinks are payable on board.
Boarding : 10 minutes before departure.
Time : 19:00 - 20:30 hrs
Price : from 10.50€
Booking advisable via the Mayenne Tourist Office
Additional Date: - 21 August : 19:00 - 20:30 hrs
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