Musical festivals, medieval festivals, Venetian carnivals, Christmas markets or the flavors of the Ain, there is no shortage of festivities and entertainment to the east of Lyon, on the territory of Pérouges in Bugey.
In Ain, at ballast de Lyon, the territory of Perouges Bugey is rather spoiled in festivals, parties and entertainment local. appointment festive events, often eagerly awaited by locals and holidaymakers alike. The medieval city of Pérouges hosts a good number of them: medieval festival, Venetian parade, Christmas market… But the rest of this territory in the heart of Ain gathers number oforiginal events, even unusual.
The festivals of Pérouges in Bugey
From Pérouges to Bugey has a good number of musical festivals of all kinds. Variety, classical music or metal, the choice is yours. The most curious with diverse tastes will try the grand slam.
Perouges Spring : French and international voices
The most known. No doubt the outdoor festival the most famous east of Lyon. Initially, a confidential festival, designed "around the voice", to make the church-fortress of Pérouges resonate. Today, a reference that welcomes the biggest names: Sting, ZZ top, Johnny Hallyday... Always with as a backdrop, places with remarkable allure.
Ambronay Festival : ancient and world music
The most sensory. Another reference, the festival that has been making the walls of the Ambronay Abbey resonate for over 40 years. The sounds and instruments from the Renaissance to and from cultures around the world captivate visitors. A festival that flatters the ear, of course, but also the other senses. Between the beauty of the Gothic cloister, the freshness of the abbey and the scent of the past.
Sylak Open Air : the mini Hellfest
The most crazy. Change of atmosphere with the most unusual of festivals in the area! A program rich in decibels, in a total rock/metal spirit. Three days of celebration where the quiet town of Saint-Maurice-de-Gourdans takes on the air of hellfestEvery summer, locals love to see their favorite hairy people (re)arrive.
Let's get the music : the Bugey festival
the most secret. Finally, not for the inhabitants of Bugey. They get together at the beginning of summer to take advantage of the artists who perform in amazing places. Originally, in barns, these huts in the middle of the vines, which give the name to the festival. Backyards, wooded parks, village squares, the whole of Bugey vibrates with intimate concerts.
OptimisticFestival : electro music
The most eco-responsible. The latest festival in the sector, it is also very much rooted in its native Bugey. It is two days of celebration on the banks of the Rhône with electro concerts and environmental events. It is designed to be inclusive, caring and 100% plane-free as far as the arrival of artists and their equipment is concerned. Bravo!
The Pérouges Festival in Bugey
In addition to music, there is a calendar of festive events of all kinds. Unmissable events! Enough to take in the sights all year long.
The Venetian Parade
In April. When Venice meets Pérouges, magic happens. Through the cobbled streets, under the half-timbered houses, costumes and masks twirl. Like an air of commedia dell'arte in Ain. To continue the magic, go to the Lagnieu parade.
The medieval festival of Pérouges
The 2nd weekend of June. The medieval town of Pérouges adorns itself with pennants and standards. Medieval market, troops and acrobats restore the village to its former life. Ready for an incredible time travel ? A must-see, absolutely to do with the family.
Christmas markets and candle lights
Early December. When the medieval village of Pérouges lends its enchanting setting to the magic of Christmas. For one evening, the thousands of candle lights make the cobblestones sparkle. And the Christmas market stalls smell like mulled wine. On December 8, the turn of the pretty wine-growing village of St-Sorlin-en-Bugey to make your eyes sparkle. Like in Lyons!
Khrôma festival: street art
Every two years (even years), in September, the discreet town of Tenay takes on color. During a weekend, graffiti artists come to paint murals on the village's facades.
Ecophilofete
In the lunar setting of a gravel quarry, activities around the subject of the environment take place. A fun and festive day, at the end of September, to learn more about the future rehabilitation project of this extraordinary place.
Animations of local products from Ain
Less known than gastronomy de Lyon, the kitchen with flavors of Ain has some great assets. Bugey wines, snails, frogs' legs, Perouges cake...
The local terroir has pride of place on the local producers' markets. Regular markets or special events promote good local products. Especially during the market for Flavors of Ain, which is held in a different authentic village each year. Creative craftsmen are not left out with the Pérouges summer market or creation in Ambronay.
And much more !