Carnaval Sauvage

An atypical carnival on the Plateau de Millevaches

The Carnaval Sauvage is one of the two major events that mark the life of the Constance Social Club, a social and cultural association located in the village of Faux-la-Montagne, on the Plateau de Millevaches. Every year at the end of October, this artistic and popular carnival offers a unique experience combining creation, costumes, and festivities.

Costume workshops and parade

In the lead-up to the carnival, workshops for making costumes and masks are offered to everyone, allowing participants to prepare their outfits with the help of artists. On the day, a costumed parade starts at 4 PM, accompanied by a batucada that electrifies the streets of the upper village. The creations are often inspired by the wild nature of the plateau, as well as popular tales and myths.

Festive evening and spirit of meeting

After the parade, the Constance Social Club opens its doors for a festive evening with food and concerts open to all. The Carnaval Sauvage aims to be a broad meeting time where association members, neighbors, plateau residents, and visitors from elsewhere come together. The artist Anna Gianferrari has contributed to the artistic dimension of the event, making the carnival a living creative project throughout the year.