Festival Fais-le Toi-même
DIY, circular economy and eco-responsibility festival in Nancy
About Fais-le Toi-même
The Festival Fais-le Toi-même is a participatory event organized annually in May by L'Octroi-Nancy, in the Petite Halle of the Austrasie site. Dedicated to the circular economy, eco-responsibility, low-tech, upcycling, and Do It Yourself, this festival offers about thirty creative workshops to learn how to make your own decorations, furniture, toys, clothes, household products, and cosmetics. Admission is free and the event is associated with the Festival Bon Moment of L'Autre Canal.
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DIY and Eco-responsibility Celebration
The Festival Fais-le Toi-même is a participatory event organized by L'Octroi-Nancy, dedicated to the circular economy, eco-responsibility, low-tech, upcycling, and Do It Yourself. Every May, the Petite Halle of L'Octroi, on boulevard d'Austrasie in Nancy, hosts this two-day festival that encourages DIY and responsible consumption.
About Thirty Creative Workshops
The heart of the festival consists of about thirty participatory workshops led by artisans, creators, and enthusiasts. These workshops cover a wide range of practical and creative skills.
DIY and Construction
The construction workshops teach how to make furniture, decorative items, shelves, or wooden toys. Participants leave with their creations and the skills to reproduce them at home.
Creative Arts and Textiles
Sewing, painting, natural dyeing, and textile customization workshops give a second life to clothes and allow the creation of unique pieces. Upcycling is highlighted, transforming materials destined for waste into useful and aesthetic objects.
Household Products and Cosmetics
The festival offers workshops to learn how to make your own household products and natural cosmetics: laundry detergents, soaps, creams, balms, and deodorants. These workshops raise awareness of ecological and economical alternatives to industrial products.
Cooking and Recipes
Cooking workshops introduce homemade recipes, preservation techniques, and tips for reducing food waste.
A Free and Accessible Festival
Admission to the Festival Fais-le Toi-même is free. Workshops are offered at affordable prices, ranging from free to €35 depending on complexity and materials used. Workshop places can be purchased on-site, without prior reservation.
Synergies with Bon Moment
The festival is associated with the Festival Bon Moment organized by L'Autre Canal on the same Austrasie site. Visitors can enjoy food trucks, bars, and concerts in addition to the workshops, creating a complete festive and creative weekend.
Fais-le Toi-même — edition 2026
4th edition of the Festival Fais-le Toi-même. DIY creative workshops, circular economy, and eco-responsibility at L'Octroi Nancy. Program to be announced.
Prices Fais-le Toi-même 2026
Practical information — Fais-le Toi-même
Access
The festival takes place in the Petite Halle of L'Octroi in Nancy.
- By tram: Line 1, stop « Faubourg des Trois Maisons » or « Saint-Georges ».
- By car: 47-51 boulevard d'Austrasie, 54000 Nancy.
- By train: Nancy-Ville station, then tram or a 20-minute walk.
Location
Petite Halle de L'Octroi, 47-51 boulevard d'Austrasie, 54000 Nancy.
Dates
The festival is usually held on a weekend in May, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm.
Prices
Free admission. Workshops from free to €35. Places purchased on-site.
Contact
L'Octroi-Nancy
Website: www.octroi-nancy.fr
Facebook: facebook.com/loctroinancy
Instagram: instagram.com/octroi.nancy
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Where does it take place — Fais-le Toi-même
Petite Halle de L'Octroi
47-51 boulevard d'Austrasie, Nancy, 54000 Nancy