Guest Post · Inspire · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Aix en Juin – the Prelude to the Festival June 6, 2016This is an annual musical programme of recitals, rehearsals, and concerts in the lead-up to the 68th Festival d’Aix-en-Provence. A 15€ pass gets you into everything; otherwise, you can pay 5€ entry…though some events are free. PARADE(S) is the big free concert and you should reserve your seat for this event.…Continue Reading
Inspire · Liz Lord · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur A Round-up of Holiday Festivities on the French Riviera November 30, 2018French Riviera in December The Mediterranean coastline is more than just a summer adventure playground. December is a very festive season on the Côte D’Azur. Welcome to the South of France – all year round! Yes, there is the sparkling blue Med – but don’t be shy – you can enjoy the Riviera 365 days-a-year. …Continue Reading
Ashley Tinker · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur September Events in Provence September 4, 2015The bull running, local village fêtes, pastis and rosé drinking aren’t slowing down just yet. Here is my selection of the many events going on this month, primarily in the Bouches du Rhône region of Provence. As you can see, I’ve favoured village festivities because these are the hardest to find out about.…Continue reading here…Continue Reading
Guest Post · What's On Provence & Cote d'Azur Fete de la Courge in Rians October 8, 2014Next weekend (11th and 12th October) sees the annual Fete de la Courge in Rians in the Var, and it is one of my favourite village festivals: mainly as it is so very un-English. It is an excellent opportunity to see a work-a-day Provencal village, totally non-touristy, celebrating local produce.…Continue Reading