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Meeting artists from the end of June to the beginning of July has been common for 35 years in Limoges with Urbaka. This unmissable festival opens the summer season and offers moments of surprise, astonishment and magic to share with your family, whatever your age. Meet from June 26 to 29 in the streets of Limoges to discover street arts!
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The Urbaka Festival: Street arts take over Limoges!
During 4 days, let yourself be surprised by moments of poetry and wonder, in a unique setting in the heart of historic district of the City, with our magnificent majestic spectator St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Dance, theater, music… the show unfolds in all its forms, at all times of the day, in free access et without reservation.
All you need to do is stroll through the Bishopric gardens or the cathedral square for the magic to happen.
On the program for this 36th edition
Thursday June 26
- 18:00 am-19:00 am – Musical stroll | BATUCADESQUE | Cathedral Square, Village Side
- 19:15 am-20:30 am – Theatrical stroll | THE BEARDED COMPANY | Departure in front of the Orangerie
- 20:30 am-20:55 am – Theater/Humor | ARTIFICE COMPANY | Cathedral Square
- 21:15p.m.-22:25p.m. - Clown | AIR HIGHNESS COMPANY | Museum Courtyard
Friday June 27
- 18:00p.m.-19:00p.m. – Theatrical stroll | JEANINE MACHINE COLLECTIVE | Cathedral District
- 19:00p.m.-19:40p.m. – Theatrical circus | PUDDLE THIEVES COMPANY | Museum side
- 20:30p.m.-21:30p.m. - Theater | THE WICKED COMPANY | Cathedral Square
- 22:00p.m.-23:30p.m. – Music/Videos | THE CANVAS COLLECTIVE | Back of the Museum
- 23:30p.m.-00:30p.m. – Music | ROGER LATCHEUP | Basin
Saturday June 28
- 11:00p.m.-11:55p.m. - Dance | BAD COTTON COMPANY | Cathedral Square
- 14:00p.m.-14:25p.m. - Clown | MY GRANDMOTHER COMPANY | Museum side
- 15:00p.m.-16:00p.m. - Dance | CONSERVATORY | Basin
- 16h00-19H00 – Entertainment | TOY LIBRARY | Basin
- Afternoon – Entertainment | HOUSE OF THE DEAF | Village
- 17:00p.m.-18:00p.m. – Theatrical stroll | LA BALEINE CARGO COMPANY | Departure from the Cathedral Square
- 17:00p.m.-18:00p.m. – Tales | STORYTELLER ON THE WAY | Under the trees
- 18:00p.m.-19:00p.m. - Theater | PARTS AND LABOR COMPANY | Lower Gardens
- 19:00 am-21:00 am – Opera | MAURICE AND OTHERS COMPANY | Start in the Museum Courtyard
- 19:30 am-20:30 am – Improvisational theater | THE BEACON | Bassin
- 22:00 am-22:40 am – Circus/Theater/Acrobatics | CIE FULL FULL | Back of the Museum
- 23:00 am-01:00 am – Music/DJ | BOOGIE VAN | Bassin
Sunday June 29
- 11:00p.m.-11:40p.m. - Clown | MANTECA AL DENTE COMPANY | Museum Courtyard
- 13:45 am-15:45 am – Animation | LINDY LIM | Basin
- 14:00p.m.-14:50p.m. - Theater | 3RD EYE COMPANY | Museum side
- 14:00 am-15:00 am – Theatrical stroll | COLLECTIVE LA FLAMBÉE | Departure from the Companions' Museum
- Afternoon - Animation | ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND | Village
- 15:00p.m.-15:40p.m. - Clown | MANTECA AL DENTE COMPANY | Museum Courtyard
- 16:00p.m.-17:00p.m. - Theater | PARTS AND LABOR COMPANY | Lower garden
- 16:00 am-17:00 am – Contemporary dance | PIERRE BUFFIERE DANCE SCHOOL | Bassin
- 17:30p.m.-19:00p.m. - Theater | OFFSIDE COMPANY | Cathedral square
Street art is coming to the Limoges area!
For this new edition, the Urbaka Festival is extending the festivities in two partner municipalities of the event in the region: Feytiat and Beaune-les-MinesThis extension of the festival beyond Limoges aims to bring art and culture closer to the inhabitants. Two additional dates July 5 and 6, will delight street art lovers and the simply curious, with a creation by the company The Criers : a play entitled Vata Company, halfway between clowning, acrobatics and the art of speech. A complete show that will take you on a gentle journey between poetry and humanity.
The Urbaka village
A gourmet village with the appearance of a guinguette will be located in one of the paths of the Bishopric garden, leading to the pond. Food trucks, refreshment stands, local products and exotic flavors, typical dishes and refreshing desserts will delight the taste buds of young and old alike. Please note: dry toilets will be available at the entrance to the village, for added comfort.
In addition to eating in the Urbaka village, you can also discover artisans and take part in activities throughout the festival:
- Mimi and Tisrawt's Thrift Store: to be found on Thursday June 26 and Friday June 27 from 17 p.m. to 22 p.m., Saturday June 28 from 11 a.m. to 22 p.m. and Sunday June 29 from 11 a.m. to 20 p.m.
- Animation of the House of the Deaf: every afternoon of the festival.
- Animation of the Association of Guide Dogs for the Blind: every afternoon of the festival.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Urbaka Festival?
The Urbaka Festival is a festival on street arts (theater, circus, acrobatics, pyrotechnic performance, etc.) offered by national and international professional companies. This free event takes place during 4 days at the end of June, transforming the streets of Limoges, particularly the cathedral district, into a veritable open-air theater. Urbaka brings squares, squares, lawns and fountains back to life, creating spaces conducive to exchanges and meetings between individuals.
When and where is the Urbaka Festival 2025?
For the 2025 edition, the festival will take place from 26th - 29th June 2025. It takes place in the city district especially Place Saint-Etienne at the foot of the cathedral et in the gardens of the Bishopric.
Is the Urbaka Festival free?
All entertainment and shows are accessible free of charge throughout the duration of the event and without reservation.
However, OFF companies come to test their shows during this event and are therefore not paid by the festival for their performances. This is why they will pass at the end of their performance with a hat, in order to finance their visit, with a free participation.
Can we eat on site during the Urbaka festival?
Yes, the Urbaka Festival usually offers a variety of food trucks, food stand where you can enjoy delicious local and international cuisine in addition to the refreshment bar present at the festival.
Payments at the refreshment bar are made exclusively with tokensYou can purchase these tokens at the festival reception before any consumption. Food trucks accept standard payments (cash, credit card) without the use of tokens.
Is the Urbaka Festival suitable for children?
Absolutely! The Urbaka Festival often offers activities specially designed for children, such as interactive shows and play areasIt is an excellent opportunity for families to discover urban cultures together in a festive and friendly atmosphere.
Are there volunteer opportunities at the Urbaka Festival?
Yes, the Urbaka Festival usually welcomes volunteers to help with different aspects of the event, such as welcoming visitors, logistics, promotion, etc.
If you are interested in become a volunteer, please consult their website or contact them directly:
By mail: administration@urbaka.com
By phone: +05 55 32 08 42
Where can I find accommodation during the Urbaka Festival?
During the Urbaka Festival, many accommodation options are available in and around Limoges, ranging from hotels to B&Bs and lodges.
For more information and recommendations on accommodation, do not hesitate to consult our website “where to sleep” section or contact the Limoges Métropole tourist office.
Is the festival accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, some shows are accessible to blind, visually impaired, deaf or hard of hearing people, through adaptations such as sign language performances or visual shows.
Concerning I'accessibility for people with reduced mobility, only the lower lawn is not accessible.
How can I get to the Urbaka Festival?
As the area is under construction and therefore difficult to access, it is advisable to use a biking or to borrow the transportIncluding:
- Lines 1, 13 or 43: stop G. Péri
- Lines 2, 4 or 13: Place Wilson stop
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