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Were you looking forward to this time of year to find them? Make way for our list of appointments in the heart of Limousin that will keep you moving until the end of the hot summer nights! The Bandafolie's to travel to the heart of the south-west, the 1001 notes festival for a little more sweetness or Toques et Porcelaines for the most gourmet: there is something for everyone. So, book your places, the summer season is likely to be festive.
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The Festival of Bridges
Limoges, from June 13 to 15, 2025
It is the popular and friendly festival of the Limougeauds and more particularly of the Ponticauds, the inhabitants of the medieval bridges district of Limoges. Water sports, rides, urban trail, pétanque competition, gourmet village, fireworks ...
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Reading in Limoges
Limoges, from June 20 to 22, 2025
Ranked among the 10 biggest book festivals in France, Lire à Limoges is an unmissable event for literature lovers. Hundreds of national authors present their works there, whether general or regional literature, crime fiction, comics or children's literature.
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Urbaka Festival
Limoges, from June 26 to 29, 2025
The street arts festival returns this year to Limoges and its surroundings. Artists have been taking over the city's streets and monuments to offer magical moments to families for over 30 years. This free event also offers a village of flavors, a craft market and a refreshment bar in the Jardins de l'Evêché.
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Bellac National Festival
Bellac, in July 2025
The Bellac National Festival, celebrating its 71st edition, is one of the oldest performing arts festivals in France. Organized since 1954 in Haut-Limousin, it was renamed Festival des Émancipations in 2023. The program includes theater, music, dance, exhibitions, and debates, reflecting a commitment to dignity and artistic emancipation.
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The Bandafolie's
Bessines-sur-Gartempe, from July 10 to 14, 2025
Unmissable meeting that breathes the sun, good humor, in short, an event that radiates the spirit of the South. Bandas, brass bands, fireworks come together for an ultra festive summer weekend.
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The Lovely Brive Festival
Brive-la-Gaillarde, of the 17 20 2025 July
The Lovely Brive Festival is the urban, summery and family festive event not to be missed during the month of July. A dozen artists with varied musical styles come together in a friendly, human-sized place. From Mika to Clara Luciani or Soprano, guaranteed success for your outing with friends.
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1001 Notes Festival
Limoges, July 15-19, 2025
Discover a delicious marriage between classical music and contemporary music. An event that is both authentic and unusual, but above all “not so classical”, to be experienced at the Limoges ice rink, the artists will know how to break the ice.
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The Labyrinth of the Voice
Rochechouart and Saint-Junien, from July 24 to 27, 2025
Cocktails of concerts with international tones, this festival is a real musical itinerary but also temporal since the festivities take place in the heart of the alleys of the castle of Rochechouart.
09
Haut Limousin Festival
Villefavard, from July 10 to August 1, 2025
Our ears appreciate the sweet melodies of a new generation of musicians… Concerts, country lunches at La Guinguette, musical naps and lantern-lit tours. Meet at the heart of the Villefavard farm to start, then in emblematic places of the village.
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International Pastel Festival
Limoges, from June 29 to September 1, 2025
Explosion of colors in Feytiat, an unmissable event for art lovers and color enthusiasts. On the schedule: exhibition, internships, and meetings with the artists present, a privileged moment to perhaps create vocations.
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Source Music
Creuse, from August 1 to 10, 2025
An appointment that always rings true with its recitals, masterclasses of chamber music, mystical singing, pianoforte... For its 6th edition, this international festival is composing with an itinerant course in unusual places in Creuse to make surprising melodies resonate.
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The Sirque Multi-Track Festival
Nexon, from August 12 to 16, 2025
Let yourself be transported on an electric journey to the heart of contemporary circus arts to experience the “Sirque”: many surprising shows that take place in the atypical setting of the Château de Nexon, an experience to enjoy with family or friends. .
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Boxwood Blues Festival
Limousin Mountains, north of Limoges, August 2025
Blues addict? The BBF is the summer meeting to note in your calendars. Boarding for 3 days of original cosmopolitan music to travel on a 100% Blues, 100% Limousin itinerary. Every evening find craft fairs, concerts, meals, exhibitions and many other events to discover...
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Open Field Festival
Saint-Junien, from August 21 to 30, 2025
Festival of emerging and alternative artistic creation. On the program: theatre, concerts, performances in the heart of one of the most charming places in Saint-Junien, the Corot natural site, along the La Glane river.
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Medieval Festivals and Limousine Cattle Race Festival
Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, August 23 and 24, 2025
A fun dive into medieval times in the historical heart invested by jugglers, minstrels, raptors, knights and musicians... but also by the most beautiful specimens of Limousin cows presented by breeders proud of their profession!
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Limoges Music Vibes
Last summer, Limoges launched the festival Limoges Music Vibes. Free and spread between the ice rink, the Jean-Gagnant cultural centre and Haute-Cité Street, the event offers Creole soul, Irish music, jazz, electro-swing, and much more. Many national and international artists, such as David Walters and DJ Healer Selecta, were present at the first edition and offered a varied and daring musical program. The 2025 programming is coming soon.
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Operation Operetta Festival
Limoges & surroundings, from August to September 2025
The Festival Opération Opérette by La Follembûche is back for its 8th Opus. This collective is promoting the region by taking the public to various unusual places.
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Start of the new CSP season
Limoges, from September 1, 2025
The CSP is the emblematic club that has made Limogeaud basketball shine nationally since 1929, and they are back for a new season which, we are convinced, will make you vibrate! Don't forget to reserve your seats.
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Legend'Air
Saint-Junien, September 13 and 14, 2025
Légend'Air takes place at the Saint-Junien aerodrome with aerial demonstrations, exhibitions of vintage vehicles, and first flights. An unmissable event for aviation and vintage enthusiasts, all in a festive atmosphere.
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The Festi'Zac
Ambazac, September 12 and 13, 2025
Imminent take-off for Festi'Zac, in his suitcase, a dozen talented artists, a market, something to eat and drink, a space for children.
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Limoges is much more than porcelain! Dive into the heart oflocal entertainment : intoxicating festivals, traditional festivals, sporting events and cultural riches take place throughout the year. Discover our complete agenda and don't miss any of the destination's highlights!
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