Last updated: November 22, 2024
Discover our complete guide to Christmas festivities in Agen, your essential companion to fully enjoy the holiday season. This carefully curated selection guides you through the winter celebrations in our Lot-et-Garonne city.
The historic heart of Agen comes alive during the festive season, with the traditional Christmas market on Place des Laitiers and illuminations along Boulevard de la République. Wooden chalets offer artisanal and gastronomic products, while the Ferris wheel on Place Jasmin provides a panoramic view of the city. The shopping streets in the city center, particularly Rue des Cornières, are adorned with traditional decorations.
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Agen Holiday Markets and Shopping
Agen Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Unique feature: "Christmas market with local creators and diverse activities."
- Description
- The Agen Christmas Market is a festive event featuring a variety of local products, artisanal creations, and activities for all ages.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Agen Christmas Market
Agen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas in the Circus: CIRQUE EN 2 RIVES
- What to Expect
- Traditional circus show with animals under a tent.
- Description
- The traditional circus show titled CIRQUE EN 2 RIVES takes place under a tent in Valence d'Agen, showcasing prime European and world performances. This event is scheduled from November 29 to December 15, 2024, and offers a circus experience for all ages.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Christmas in the Circus: CIRQUE EN 2 RIVES
Concert at La Tannerie Agen
- What to Expect
- A varied and regular musical programming.
- Description
- La Tannerie Agen offers a variety of concerts and musical performances throughout the year, providing a rich and diverse cultural experience.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Concert at La Tannerie Agen
Concert at Florida
- What to Expect
- Groovy & electro concert in the bar.
- Description
- The Concert at Florida offers a groovy & electro atmosphere in the bar, featuring lofi vapors, soothing sounds, catchy samples, and rounded basses.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Concert at Florida
Agen Other Holiday Activities
All Agen Runs at Christmas
- What to Expect
- Nighttime runs for all ages
- Description
- Tout Agen Court à Noël is a running event that brings together all age groups for courses ranging from 800 M and 1600 M for children, as well as 5 km or 10 km for the older participants. The start is on Boulevard de la République and the finish is just before Place Jasmin, with a course through the hyper center of Agen.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : All Agen Runs at Christmas
The Secrets of Christmas
- What to Expect
- Nighttime runs with rolling courses in Agen's city center.
- Description
- Tout Agen Court À Noël is a popular event featuring nighttime 5 and 10 km runs, as well as children's courses, in a festive and architecturally rich atmosphere.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : The Secrets of Christmas
The Flame of Armagnac
- What to Expect
- Armagnac distillation in a convivial and cultural setting.
- Description
- La Flamme de l'Armagnac is a unique distillation period that brings together producers, villages, and accommodations to share moments of conviviality and culture. The festivities include visits to estates, tastings, concerts, and hikes.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : The Flame of Armagnac
Full Speed Fair
- What to Expect
- Running event with varied distances.
- Description
- A Fond la Foire is a running event held in Agen on June 1, 2024. Participants can choose between 5 and 10 kilometer distances.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Full Speed Fair
The Little Blue Runs
- What to Expect
- Children's races on the same day as the adult races.
- Description
- The Foulées du Petit Bleu is an essential running event in Agen, offering 5 Km, 10 Km, and semi-marathon courses. The children's races take place on the same day as the adult races.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : The Little Blue Runs
Agen Trail
- What to Expect
- Urban running event with positive elevation gain.
- Description
- The Trail d'Agen is a running event offering two main distances: a 16.5 km urban course with a 550 m elevation gain and an 8 km short course.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Agen Trail
Philippides Night Relay
- What to Expect
- 54 km nighttime run with live GPS tracking.
- Description
- The Relais Nocturne Philippidès is a 54 km nighttime run around Agen, offered in solo, duo, or team formats, with a Rando VTT option. The course features 8 aid stations and 3 relay villages.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Philippides Night Relay
The Garorun
- What to Expect
- Solidarity run with courses adapted for both beginner and experienced runners.
- Description
- La Garo'Run is a solidarity run that brings together runners to support Lyse and Action Cancer 47. Three timed courses are offered, adapted for both beginner and experienced runners.
- Where
- Agen | More Info : The Garorun
Henri IV Runs
- What to Expect
- Courses for all levels of runners.
- Description
- The Foulées du Petit Bleu is a must-attend sports event held in Agen, Lot-et-Garonne. Whether you're an experienced runner or a novice, this event is for you The courses offered range from 800 meters to 21.1 kilometers, with children's courses and specific events like the "Course les McDonald's".
- Where
- Agen | More Info : Henri IV Runs