Festival Mille et Une Lanternes
Edition 2026 World Music Dance Visual Arts

Festival Mille et Une Lanternes

Cultural journey to the heart of Asian cultures in Canet-en-Roussillon

Canet-en-Roussillon — Pyrénées-Orientales (66) Since 2023
Dates 26 Sep — 27 Sep 2026
Location Canet-en-Roussillon (66)
Prices Free
Status

About Mille et Une Lanternes

The Festival Mille et Une Lanternes is a free cultural event organized in Canet-en-Roussillon by the Association Canétoise Féerique & Fantastique in partnership with Canet Tourisme. Created in 2023, this festival offers an immersive journey through the cultures of East Asia: South Korea, China, and Japan. On the program: immersive exhibitions, creator and association stands, workshops, games, cosplay contests, dance performances (J-Pop, C-Pop, K-Pop, T-Pop), Chinese zither shows, and Asian food. A family-friendly and festive event to discover the richness of Asian cultures.

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A journey to the heart of Asian cultures

The Festival Mille et Une Lanternes is a unique cultural event in Canet-en-Roussillon, dedicated to discovering East Asian cultures. Created in 2023 by the Association Canétoise Féerique & Fantastique (ACFF), this free festival invites the public on an immersive journey through South Korea, China, and Japan.

A rich and varied program

The festival offers a full day of activities and discoveries:

  • Immersive exhibitions: an exhibition dedicated to traditional China and an immersive photo exhibition on South Korea
  • Creator and association stands: artisans and enthusiasts of Asian cultures
  • Performances and demonstrations: J-Pop, C-Pop, K-Pop, and T-Pop dance, Chinese zither demonstrations
  • Participatory activities: workshops, games, quizzes, and cosplay contests
  • Asian food: stands offering Asian culinary specialties

A family-friendly and free event

Open to all, the Festival Mille et Une Lanternes is a moment of intergenerational sharing and discovery. Admission is free, and activities take place from 10 am to 6 pm in a festive and colorful atmosphere, reflecting the lanterns that give the festival its name.

Mille et Une Lanternes — edition 2026

4th edition of the Festival Mille et Une Lanternes in Canet-en-Roussillon. Cultural journey through Asian cultures with exhibitions, shows, cosplay, workshops, and food.

4th Edition - 2026

The Festival Mille et Une Lanternes is expected to return to Canet-en-Roussillon for its 4th edition in the fall of 2026. Dates and program to be confirmed on the association's official website and social media.

Prices Mille et Une Lanternes 2026

Free admission (subject to confirmation).

Practical information — Mille et Une Lanternes

Practical Information

Access

By car: Canet-en-Roussillon is accessible from Perpignan via the D617 (approximately 15 minutes).

By bus: Bus lines from Perpignan (Sankéo network).

Opening Hours

From 10 am to 6 pm. Free admission.

Contact

Phone: 06 89 36 02 00

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Where does it take place — Mille et Une Lanternes

Canet-en-Roussillon

Canet-en-Roussillon, 66140 Canet-en-Roussillon

Contact Mille et Une Lanternes

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+33 6 89 36 02 00

Mille et Une Lanternes in brief

World Music Dance Visual Arts Contemporary Art World Cuisine Heritage Folk Traditions Young Audience Family Playful Fashion Outdoor Free Participatory International Pyrénées-Orientales

History of Mille et Une Lanternes