Fêtes et Marchés

There is so much to see and do in the surrounding area all year round. Our full list of all the best local (and some national) events happening in Ariège and beyond below is subject to change and will be updated as events are confirmed.

For details of all local markets in the area, please scroll down the page.

January 6 - March 17 Limoux Carnival

April 29 - March 1, 2024 | Swing in Mirepoix | Three-day music festival celebrating the best of jazz and swing

May 2024 | Rose Festival | Two-day festival in Camon

July 19-21 | Historical festivals | Shows and parades in historical costumes take place in the historic center of the Bastide de Mirepoix

July 2024 | Carcassonne Festival | With music, theater, opera and dance. In recent years, this event has attracted renowned artists such as Sting, Black Eyed Peas, James Blunt, and many others

July 14, 2024 | National Day | Nationally renowned fireworks display in Carcassonne

August 1-4, 2024 MIMA Puppet Mirepoix Festival

August 2024 | Sound and Light Show | In front of the Foix castle

Local markets

Here are some of our favorite markets, starting with the one near us:

Mirepoix | Monday and Thursday

Foix | Tuesday and Wednesday | July and August only

Lavelanet | Wednesday and Friday

Léran | Friday | Night market | July and August only | Great selection of food stalls offering local dishes

Puivert | Wednesday | Night market | July and August only | Great selection of food stalls offering local dishes

Pamiers | Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

For a full list of all markets taking place in the region, please click here.