What’s happening in Ardèche

Castanea tells in great detail the story of how for centuries, entire generations daily lives revolved around chestnut trees, both for work and for food.
Find out more about this emblematic “bread tree”. Castanea is beautiful located in a former convent in medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local chestnut delicacys, postcards, books….

Exhibition “Belles bêtes” – information
How did prehistoric humans say goodbye to their loved ones? What gestures, rituals, and symbols did they invent for this purpose? The exhibition offers a journey into the heart of their funeral rites by displaying previously unseen collections.

Come and discover the Valvignères winery, followed by a wine tasting!
Founded in 1952, the cellar vinifies and markets the production of 86 cooperative members (Valvignères, St Thomé and Gras) over 470 hectares, representing between 25,000 and 30,000 HL of wine. Duration: 1h30

From April 11th, the new exhibitions for the spring/summer season at Château d’Aubenas invite visitors to take a fresh look at the world around us: materials, archives, mythologies and everyday gestures.

Keep your eyes peeled, a mysterious wizard has settled in the abbey church. Help her reveal its history with clues ans your observations.

Discover the beauty of an pure roman abbey church at Cruas ! You will stand in awe of its beauty and mightinee. Genuine treasures are to be found inside this stunning enchanting building.

The Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France offers a unique experience combining nature (the cave) and culture (the museum)! Located near the Gorges de l’Ardèche, the Grand Site de France reveals an exceptional heritage both above and below ground!

Breathtaking photos taken at the heart of the colony, with a wealth of fascinating information. The exhibition, entirely translated into English, includes over 90 photos, to be discovered on our farm.

Step inside the climbing gym!
It’s a chance to try it out, get information, and even sign up!
30 sessions from September to June (1 session/week, 10 of which are outdoors)
3 children’s groups: Ouistitis (5-7 years old), Makis (8-12 years old), and Gibbons (13-17 years old)

Repairing instead of throwing away !
Friendly place for sharing and helping each other, open to all and free of charge.
Bring your items to be repaired (small electrical appliances) and get help from expert volunteers.

Spanish film by Eva Libertad García, starring Miriam Garlo, Álvaro Cervantes, and Elena Irureta.
Available in VAST (audio with subtitles) with audio description and enhanced sound via a downloadable app.
Film presented by the Ciné Sens association.
Running time: 1h40

How about trying something different this June?
Crinières aux Vents is organizing a friendly TREC event; more info coming soon!

As part of the European Archaeology Days, a walking tour of the archaeological site will be led by medieval archaeologist F. Brechon (Farpa, CRESEM-UR 7397 UPVD).
Registration is required.

Come and discover the diverse flora of the Coiron region with Nicolas Grisolle.
Followed by a tasting of a preparation made from wild plants.

Unknown to the public, the reserves of the Cité de la Préhistoire, a Musée de France, house a collection of tens of thousands of objects. On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the hidden world of the reserves opens its doors to you!

The INYEON performance, presented by the YERAS company, is part of the Arts and Cultural Education program.
This performance will bring together around forty amateur performers to celebrate the greenway at the Pradel site.

France Services offers a workshop on “Creating your digital identity”.
Registration by phone.

For our June concert, we are delighted to welcome Lily Cry.

Hu”Mana invites you to two “Huma-Nana Women only” evenings featuring a potluck aperitif, a clothing swap, natural wines, glitter, conviviality, conversation, and good vibes!
Today’s special guest: Caroline: Personal Alignment & Human Design Coach

Discover the Domaine on a guided tour of this historic estate, located on the land of the renowned Ardèche agronomist.
The program includes: a tour of the vineyard (weather permitting), a visit to the cellar, and a tasting of the estate’s wines.

A friendly exchange open to all, teens and adults, to share your favorites, and leave with new reading ideas.

The Jardin du Montfleury Association invites you to a Brazilian atmosphere with Sambazar and rock music with the trio Weird.
A jam session will follow.
Food and drinks will be available on site.
Membership in the association is required (online or on site).

A 100% live pop concert with the band Kobalt, a wine bar, and a food truck…
A festive atmosphere is guaranteed for our first event at the wine cellar.

La GranGe aux Arts is organizing Neck en Musique.
Choirs, singers, clarinets, violins, guitars… will bring to life French chanson, classical music, jazz, and world music.
Visit to the village is possible, ascent of the neck, snack/refreshment stand on site

A veritable open-air stage to celebrate music in all its forms.
Concerts, entertainment, and a festive atmosphere in the village streets for an evening of sharing, conviviality, and good cheer.

Animated film comprising 3 short films, suitable for ages 4 and up.
Running time: 45 minutes
Film discussion: Understanding your feelings and building self-confidence.

The Association for the Preservation of the Jastres Plateau is organizing a guided tour of the North Jastres Oppidum.
Discover a fascinating site where history and nature intertwine!
Length: about 2 hours.

A morning of board games or large wooden games, for a fun and friendly time with family and friends.
A variety of games are available, suitable for all ages!
Open to all, in partnership with the toy library of the La Pinède socio-cultural center.

French film by Fabien Gorgeart, starring Laure Calamy, Vincent Macaigne, and Lyes Salem.
Running time: 1h48

The Bonne Pioche Company presents Mutation, a clown show for all ages!
Like any show, this clown may cause some people to experience effects that are more or less unsettling, such as fits of laughter.
Refreshments and light meals available on site.

La Déglinguette welcomes you for a day dedicated to the world’s finest wines: natural wines!
On the program:
Meet over 16 passionate winemakers
Afternoon: Tattoos, screen printing, and a show
Evening: Concert and DJ set

The “Les Pièces Montées” theatre workshops and the “La Pinède” Community Centre present “Antigone” by Jean Anouilh.
Part One: The adult group from Point Commun presents their semi-creative piece, “Slice of Life” (a theatre project led by the Community Centre).

To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac, try out our programme of end-of-day tours, with different themes and especially in small groups to get the most out of them. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.30pm: wine tours!

Hu”Mana invites you to a “Huma-Nana Women only” evenings featuring a potluck aperitif, a clothing swap, natural wines, glitter, conviviality, conversation, and good vibes!
Today’s special guest: Julie: Sexologist

Every Friday during the summer, at the end of the day, relive the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac cave, following in the footsteps of “Robert de Joly” (brought to life by a guide). A narrated, historical tour of that day in August 1935 when the cave was revealed to the world!

This summer, try our program of late-afternoon tours, with different themes, in small groups. Sundays and Mondays are Slow Tours. Take your time!

As part of the “Dare to Go Outdoors as a Family, Close to Home” program, the La Pinède Community Center invites you to spend two days and one night in the garden (tent setup, games, tips and tricks, storytelling evening with guest speakers, etc.). Limited spaces available.

Greenland will be in the spotlight with works by Finnish photographer Tiina Itkonen, internationally renowned for her landscapes and portraits taken during her travels in these frozen lands.

Follow a guide under the cave to discover a unique atmosphere and face majestic subterranean landscapes.

Firefighters’ evening with a concert by the band Kobalt.
Snacks available on site.

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a concert by Big Jo & l’Oliv (French song).

The Debussy Quartet have been behind ‘Les Cordes en ballade’ Chamber Music Festival for 20 years to bring together world-famous musicians and artists from all walks of life.

The Caveau de Valvignères offers cellar tours throughout the summer. Bookings by telephone.

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered this summer in the city center.
Today: “Camping Party” evening.

CONCERT EVENING WEDNESDAY JULY 8
For our July concert, we’re delighted to welcome Kobalt.

The municipality of Maurice d’Ibie and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas offer you an open-air film.

Fairly easy level. Registration required (max. 15 people per date). […]

As part of the 27th edition of the Les Cordes en Ballade itinerant music festival, we offer you, before the concert, the “+Discovery” Listening Key (sharing explanations and illustrations to illuminate your listening).

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a concert by Zebu (Rock).

As part of the 27th edition of the traveling music festival Les Cordes en Ballade, enjoy the concert “Les Sucreries” by the Alkymia Ensemble.
+Discovery at 7:30 pm: Listening Key (sharing explanations and illustrations to enhance your listening experience)

Fireworks and music

The program includes: Parade, pétanque competition, night market and fireworks.

Jewel of the Ibie limestone valley, discover this village classified as a Remarkable Heritage Site in 2022 and its church with a painted apse.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Country of Art and History.

The commune of Saint-Germain and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas, present to you the animated film directed by Ugo Bienvenu, released in 2025.
French film of 1h22

Discovery of the site between geology and history: an old volcanic crater converted into a troglodyte village.
Duration: 2h30
Reservation required (limited places: 25 people max)
Good walkers only.
Walking shoes, water and sunscreen essential.

As part of the farmers’ and artisans’ market, the Darbres School Children’s Association invites you on an unforgettable journey with Kataoke.
As cathartic as it is catastrophic, kataoke is a way to sing while the world is collapsing…

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered this summer in the city center.
Today: Belgian evening with mussels and fries.

The visit invites you to dive into the Middle Ages, to discover the remains of this bastide founded by the King of France and the Abbot of Mazan in 1284.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Country of Art and History

Summer is shaping up to be festive and delicious! Come and share convivial evenings with music, wine, and great food.
A live atmosphere to kick off the season in style!
Paella Night + Musical Entertainment: Southern flavors and good times guarantee

Cinema under the stars offered by the municipality, in partnership with the Maison de l’image.
July 23: JUST AN ILLUSION (at Petit Tournon)
July 30: THE ELECTRIC VENUS (at the Boulodrome)
August 6: THE SECRET OF THE TITS (at the Boulodrome)

Straight or spiral, in stone, metal or wood, the staircases take up all the space in the Château! Taking us from one floor to the next, they are well worth a look…

Guided walk around the volcanic neck to discover rocks, landscapes and the village. Duration 2h30
Booking required (limited places : 25 people max)
Good walkers only.
Walking shoes, water and sun protection essential

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, a concert by Herpès Virus (an intergenerational militant punk group) will be offered by the Échappée belle association of Darbres.

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered this summer in the city center.
Today: Ardèche evening with Ardèche platter and accordion music.

Learn historical fencing and master the art of dueling as it was practiced in the 15th and 16th centuries!

Can you recognise the sounds of the forest? The call of the owl? And blend silently into the scenery to catch a glimpse of nightlife in the moonlight. Guillaume will be your guide on this night-time walk.

This characterful village perched on the Coiron massif offers you a breathtaking panorama. Come and decipher, with a guide, what the landscape and the old stones have to tell you.
Duration: 1h30

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, a musical performance, The Vagabond and the Fox (slam/guinguette), will be offered by the Terra cultura association.

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered this summer in the city center.
Today: Southwest evening with live music and tasting of Basque meatballs

CONCERT EVENING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5
For our August concert, we’re delighted to welcome Andréa & The Stacks

Evocation of the history of the village of Saint-Jean le Centenier, formerly called “the Black” and its close link with basalt.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Land of Art and History of Southern Vivarais.

Concert and dinner planned in Lussas!

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, a concert by Maudoux (chanson and musette) will be offered by the association Ensemble et solidaires.

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered this summer in the city center.
Today: Pin-up and Vintage Evening.

Immersion in the history of this village in the Middle Ages and discovery of the remains of its castles.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Land of Art and History of Southern Vivarais.

After a visit to the farmers’ market (held in the Place du Lavoir from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm), set off to explore this village in the Coiron region, its narrow streets and old stone houses.
Duration: 1h30

Traditional country fair

For one week, the États généraux du film documentaire (General Assembly of Documentary Film) transforms the village of Lussas into a place for meetings and exchanges around documentary film for all audiences and professionals: 130 films, meetings, seminars, professional days, workshops…

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a concert by Lokta (Bal electro folk).

Screening organized as part of the États généraux du film documentaire (General Assembly of Documentary Film) (taking place from August 16 to 22).
The screening will be accompanied, if possible, by a member of the film crew.

Away from light pollution, come discover and observe the starry sky with Paléodécouvertes.
The program includes a workshop on the basics of astronomy and stargazing with telescopes.

The Montfleury cellar organizes a BBQ Party with musical entertainment.
Booking required

From 2 PM: Pétanque tournament
From 8 PM to 10 PM: Live band
From 10 PM to 2 AM: DJ

As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a show with Bouchon Tropical show.

Funfair, pétanque tournament, live band and DJ.
Fireworks on Saturday at 10:30 pm

50 m. underground, discover the finest cuvées of the Vignerons Ardéchois, including Grand Aven, appellation Côte du Vivarais, aged in the most spectacular cellar in Ardèche: Aven d’Orgnac, discovered in 1935 by R. de Joly!

Huge garage sale for non-professionals.
One of the largest yard sale in southern Ardèche.
Limited to 300 exhibitors

We’re delighted to welcome Switch. Food-truck and paying drinks on site!

Join Clapas 07 for a visit to the exceptional troglodytic site of Les Balmes de Montbrun. Accompanied by a geologist, discover the formation of the Coiron plateau through observation of the landscape and rocks.

As part of the “Dare to Go Outdoors as a Family, Close to Home” program, the La Pinède Community Center invites you to a Workshop and bike ride.
Preparation for the outing, followed by a bike ride together.
Times and speaker details to be announced later.
Limited spaces available.

A whole weekend to (re)discover the Château of Aubenas and their contemporary art exhibits during the European Heritage Days.

France Services offers a workshop on “France identité”.
Registration by phone.

Come and discover the hidden life of the network of hedges and stone walls of the Coiron, true treasures of biodiversity! with the Chamber of Agriculture 07 and FDC 07, in the Freyssenet/Berzème area.

Unaccompanied visit, free admission for all on the occasion of the Castagnade in Joyeuse (chestnut festival).

Chestnut party in St Maurice d’Ibie.

France Services offers a workshop on “France Titres: vehicle registration document and driver’s license”
Registration by phone.

Come and prepare for the Christmas holidays in St Maurice d’Ibie.

You’ll find over a lot of exhibitors on site, offering a wide range of products: handicrafts, regional products, textiles and much more.
+ Enjoy the 5th book festival at the “salle l’Ardéchoise”