Find all the events in Villefranche-de-Rouergue: concerts, markets, festivals, exhibitions, flea markets and activities in the Bastides & Gorges of Aveyron.
All events in Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Villefranche-de-Rouergue offers a year-round calendar packed with outings and events in the heart of the Bastides & Gorges of the Aveyron. Concerts, markets, exhibitions, shows, flea markets, sporting events, festivals, and activities for the whole family punctuate the seasons and bring the town to life. Find all the events in Villefranche-de-Rouergue here to plan your outings and discover the must-sees of the Aveyron.
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Large Villefranche market, Thursday morning -
Game for families: Mystery at the Chartreuse, 6-12 years old -
Game for families: Chapel of the Black Penitents, 6-12 years old -
Show: The Labyrinth or "the world turned upside down" -
Film screening and discussion: Bread, Love and Fantasy -
Game for families: Mystery at the Chartreuse, 6-12 years old -
Game for families: Mystery at the Chartreuse, 6-12 years old -
Game for families: Chapel of the Black Penitents, 6-12 years old -
Coffee chat -
Game for families: Mystery at the Chartreuse, 6-12 years old -
Small market in Villefranche, Saturday morning -
Storytelling and soundscape workshops
The Grand Market of Villefranche de Rouergue
When does the main market in Villefranche-de-Rouergue take place? Every Thursday morning, year-round. From Place Notre-Dame to Allées Aristide Briand, stroll among the colorful stalls to fill your basket with fresh produce.
Highlights in Villefranche de Rouergue
Every year, Villefranche-de-Rouergue hosts numerous unmissable events that punctuate local life and attract visitors and residents to the heart of the Aveyron region. Festivals, local celebrations, trade fairs… These annual events bring the fortified town and its surroundings to life.
03 August 08 August 2026
Festival in Bastides
Every summer, the Festival en Bastides showcases street arts in Villefranche, Najac, Villeneuve, La Bastide l'Evêque, Rieupeyroux and Sauveterre de Rouergue. Let yourself be surprised! A festival, bastides Now an unmissable event in the cultural landscape of Aveyron, the Festival en Bastides will illuminate, again this summer, the squares, alleys and gardens of the bastides...
26 June 28 June 2026
Saint John's Day festival in Villefranche de Rouergue
Flowered corso, bandas in the squares and in the streets, traditional musical groups from all European countries, parades of majorettes and folk groups, large funfair, the Saint Jean festival is an essential part of Villefranchise life. An unmissable annual event Every year in June, the big celebration…
27 July 16 August 2026
Musical labyrinth in Rouergue
Each year, Villefranche-de-Rouergue hosts a new edition of the Musical Labyrinth, an eclectic festival blending baroque, romantic, tango music, conferences… Intimate concerts, moments of discovery and artistic encounters will animate the emblematic places of the city throughout the week.
05 June 07 June 2026
Rendez-vous aux jardins
Every year at the beginning of June, the Rendez-vous aux jardins offer a unique immersion into the world of plants and heritage. In Aveyron, in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Najac, and Villeneuve d'Aveyron, a program of events will soon be available to enjoy. Organized by the Ministry of Culture, this national event highlights the richness…
13 July 26 July 2026
Bastide Opera
Discover the Opéra Bastide Festival in Villefranche-de-Rouergue: opera, cabaret, and concerts in a unique heritage setting. An unmissable summer operatic event in Aveyron. A music festival that has become a must-see in Villefranche-de-Rouergue. Since its acclaimed first edition in 2024, the Opéra Bastide Festival has transformed Villefranche-de-Rouergue into an open-air operatic stage. In the…
20 May 24 May 2026
nature festival
The Nature Festival in Villefranche-de-Rouergue returns every year with a program of free activities to discover biodiversity as a family. Walks, workshops, shows, and nature encounters are offered in several towns in Western Aveyron. A friendly event to better understand and preserve nature close to home. 2026 Program: From the 20th…
We answer your questions
What are some outings around Villefranche de Rouergue?
To find all the activities in the destination, go to All the events.
Where to see a show in Villefranche-de-Rouergue?
Villefranche-de-Rouergue boasts several cultural venues hosting shows, concerts, plays, screenings, and events throughout the year. These include the Théâtre des Bastides, located above the banks of the Aveyron River. Villefranche also has a cinema and several community halls that host events organized by the town's vibrant network of associations.
Where to go out in Villefranche-de-Rouergue this weekend?
The Villefranche-de-Rouergue agenda lists weekend outings and events: concerts, night markets, shows, visits, festivals and activities for the whole family in Aveyron.
What are the major events organised in Villefranche-de-Rouergue?
Among the unmissable highlights are the International Saint John's Festival, the Festival in the Bastides, the Bastide Opera, the Musical Labyrinth in Rouergue… See the section “ Highlights " to know more.
Is the schedule updated regularly?
Yes, the Villefranche-de-Rouergue agenda is updated almost daily to offer you the latest events, outings and activities organized in the Bastides & Gorges de l'Aveyron destination.
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