Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the end-of-year festivities in Brive-la-Gaillarde with our complete guide to festive events and activities. Our selection caters to both Brive locals and visitors wishing to explore the city during this joyful period.
The historic heart of Brive comes alive around the Saint-Martin Collegiate Church, where the traditional Christmas market sets up on Place Charles de Gaulle. The medieval streets host artisan chalets, while Place Latreille features an outdoor ice rink. Along Avenue de Paris, the illuminations create a warm atmosphere, complemented by activities at Place du Civoire and decorated shops on Rue Toulzac.
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Brive-la-Gaillarde Holiday Markets and Shopping
Sarlat Christmas Market
The Sarlat Christmas Market offers a unique experience with 70 stalls selling local products, various animations, and an ice rink for all ages.
Christmas Celebration at Sarlat - Place de la Grande-Rigaudie
The Sarlat Christmas Market invites visitors to experience a festive atmosphere filled with scents and flavors of Christmas. Visitors of all ages can find many gift ideas among the 70 stalls, open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM and until 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. The vendors will offer artisanal products, decorative items, gift ideas, and gourmet food to enjoy on site or take home.
Brive-la-Gaillarde Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Sarlat Film Festival
The Festival du Film de Sarlat is an annual cultural event that celebrates cinema by presenting an international and French film selection. It offers a pedagogical program for high school students and special screenings for all audiences.
Liberation Exhibition
The Liberation Exhibition offers a retrospective of the historical events that marked the liberation of France during World War II, highlighting the heroes and battles of the Resistance.
Horizon... Exhibition
The exhibition "Silencieux, jusqu'à atteindre l'horizon" by Thierry Carrier features isolated characters in silent landscapes, immersing the viewer in an introspective universe.
Céline Dion Tribute Concert
Concert Tribute to Celine Dion is a vibrant show that covers Celine's greatest hits, featuring custom-made costumes and a magnetic stage presence.
Special Session "WITHOUT WAITING"
Séance spéciale "SANS ATTENDRE" is a unique cinematic evening presented by Hervé Aubron, a film critic, at the Rex cinema in Brive-la-Gaillarde. This screening features a selection of films and an engaging discussion on contemporary cinema.
Brive-la-Gaillarde Other Holiday Activities
Gourmet Celebration Days
The Journées du Goût et de la Gastronomie in Sarlat offer a unique gastronomic experience by highlighting local specialties, including the pastoral lamb of Sarlat and the Sarlat potato. Participants can enjoy culinary demonstrations, local producer stands, and festive activities.
The Tree Celebration
L'Arbre en Fête is an event that highlights trees in all their forms, featuring a tree fair, a market of producers and artisans, workshops, events, and conferences.
Neighbors, Neighbors...the Continuation Exhibition
The Voisins, Voisines...la Suite exhibition features interior photos by Jean-Luc Leroy-Rojek, offering an intimate look into the simple lives of individuals. Each interior is a museum that tells more than words, according to the photographer.
Forum of Associations and Sports in My City
Each year, at the start of the school year, all sports clubs set up in the city streets to demonstrate their practices and introduce their activities. This is an opportunity for both children and adults to learn, test, and possibly find their sport.
Circus Arts and Nature Connection Workshops
The Stages Arts du Cirque et Connexion Nature offer a unique experience for children aged 7 to 12, with half-day and full-day options featuring circus arts and nature connections.