19 august > 25 august

FÊTES DE LA SAINT-LOUIS 2026

  • Traditional festival
  • Fireworks
  • Traditional festival
  • Gastronomy
  • Historical
  • Joust
  • Traditions and folklore
Centre-ville de Sète, 34200 Sète

Description

A Historic and Unmissable Event in Sète Every year in August, the city of Sète celebrates its roots and traditions with the Fêtes de la Saint Louis. In 2026, the festival will take place from Wednesday, August 19, to Tuesday, August 25, 2026, marking the 282nd edition since the port’s founding in 1666. This event attracts thousands of visitors who come to watch the nautical jousting tournaments and enjoy a program packed with entertainment. For a week, the heart of the city comes alive with shows, concerts, exhibitions, and tournaments. Here are the highlights of the Saint Louis 2026 program: - Jousting tournaments: from the youngest to the most experienced participants, including the Grand Heavyweight Tournament on Monday, August 24. - Family activities: workshops, street performances, and fun activities for children. - Sporting events: boules competitions, a major tennis tournament, a swim across Sète, and a carrées boules tournament. - Concerts and shows: Every evening, artists and bands bring the city’s squares and quays to life. - Bodegas and festive evenings: Live music, DJs, performers, and a great atmosphere guaranteed. - Fireworks: A spectacular finale that lights up the sky over Sète. - Water sports competitions: At the heart of Sète’s tradition: It’s impossible to talk about the Fêtes de la Saint-Louis in Sète without mentioning the nautical jousts. A symbol of the city, they take place in the majestic setting of the Cadre Royal. The tournaments feature competitors of all ages, from the youngest to the most experienced, in a unique atmosphere where sport, tradition, and popular enthusiasm come together. Events, concerts, and shows during the 2026 Saint Louis Festival: - A festive atmosphere for all ages The 2026 Saint Louis Festival isn’t limited to the jousting tournaments. The entire city comes alive with concerts, street performances, exhibitions, and cultural events. The bodegas set up along the riverbanks offer the perfect setting to share a drink with friends and enjoy the summer atmosphere until late into the night. Practical information about the 2026 Saint Louis Festival: - Dates: August 19–25, 2026 - Location: downtown Sète—Cadre Royal and surrounding areas - Admission: free admission to most events - Access: nearby parking, shuttle buses, and increased public transportation service

Rates

Free entrance

Opening times

From 19 August 2026 until 25 August 2026

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Location

FÊTES DE LA SAINT-LOUIS 2026
Centre-ville de Sète, 34200 Sète
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