Last updated: December 01, 2024
Get ready to discover the end-of-year festivities in Carpentras with our comprehensive guide. From traditional animations to Provençal markets, we present all the festive events that bring our historic city to life.
In the heart of the city, Place Maurice Charretier hosts the Christmas market with its wooden chalets and local artisans. Along the illuminated medieval streets, you'll discover Provençal santons, regional product tastings, and musical performances. Place d'Inguimbert and its surroundings offer an enchanting route with traditional decorations and street shows.
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A fair that is both forward-looking and retains its traditional character.
The Foire de la Saint Siffrein is a traditional fair in Carpentras, offering a blend of commerce, entertainment, and social interactions.
Where: Carpentras | More Info: Foire de la Saint Siffrein
Personal santon creation with modeling workshops.
The Salon des Santonniers in Carpentras offers a sale-exhibition of santons, modeling and painting workshops, as well as conferences and guided tours. Visitors can discover the traditional techniques of the Provençal santon and create their own santon.
Where: Carpentras | More Info: Santon Makers Fair
Presentation of artistic creations in a festive setting.
The Route des Artistes de Noël in Saint-Rémy de Provence is a unique cultural event that brings together local and international artists to showcase their creations. Visitors can discover artworks, sculptures, paintings, and artisanal objects in a festive setting.
Where: Saint Rémy | More Info: Christmas Route of the Artists
Parade of the Brotherhood of the Black Diamond and truffle omelette tasting.
The Richerenches Truffle Market is a major gastronomic event where truffle enthusiasts can discover and purchase these precious black mushrooms. Truffle dog demonstrations and truffle omelette tastings are essential activities.
Where: Richerenches | More Info: Richerenches Truffle Market
Unique Aubade ceremony with drummers and Arlésiennes.
Each year, the village of Les Baux-de-Provence invites you to celebrate Christmas with its traditions and customs. The Midnight Mass, animations, exhibitions, and workshops for decorating and making santons are organized in a unique location. The Aubade ceremony, where the Bayle and his flock parade through the village streets, is accompanied by drummers and Arlésiennes dancing the farandole.
Where: Les Baux | More Info: Christmas at Les Baux
Truffle omelette tastings by village associations.
The Truffle Christmas Festival in Richerenches is a unique gastronomic event where village associations offer truffle omelette tastings and local products.
Where: Richerenches | More Info: Christmas Truffle Festival at Richerenches