Festival of Witches
Magical and bewitching day in the fortified medieval city
About Witch's Festival
The Festival of Witches, or Witch's Festival, is an annual family event held every first Sunday of July in Villefranche-de-Conflent, a fortified city by Vauban, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Pyrénées-Orientales. For one day, from 7 am to 7 pm, the medieval village transforms into a magical place populated by witches, with a rich program of children's workshops, crafts, street performances, shows, potion stands, themed catering, face painting, magical plants, and wizard wand creation. A free event that delights young and old in an authentic medieval setting.
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The Witch's Festival: Villefranche-de-Conflent under the spell
Every first Sunday of July, the medieval streets of Villefranche-de-Conflent are adorned with a magical and enchanting atmosphere for the Witch's Festival. This exceptional day transforms the UNESCO fortified city into a bewitched village, where witches, apprentice magicians, and fantastic creatures mingle with visitors.
An enchanted program for all ages
From 7 am to 7 pm, the Witch's Festival offers a rich program: creative workshops for children (making wizard wands, magic potions, face painting), themed crafts, street performances by costumed troupes, magic and storytelling shows, potion and elixir stands, themed catering, and discovery of magical plants.
A perfect medieval setting
The Vauban ramparts, the cobbled streets, and the fortified gates of Villefranche-de-Conflent provide an ideal backdrop for this magical day. The medieval city, with its preserved architecture and secret passages, seems designed to welcome witches and enchanters. The event contributes to the tourist and cultural animation of this village labeled "Most Beautiful Villages of France".
A popular and free event
The Witch's Festival is a free event open to all, with a family-friendly and festive spirit. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume to fully participate in the magical atmosphere of the day. Car traffic is prohibited in the village for the entire duration of the event.
Witch's Festival — edition 2026
Witch's Festival 2026 in Villefranche-de-Conflent. Magical day in the UNESCO fortified city with workshops, shows, street performances, and activities for all ages.
Witch's Festival 2026
The Witch's Festival returns on Sunday, July 5, 2026 in Villefranche-de-Conflent. The medieval city will once again transform into an enchanted village with a full day of magical activities for young and old.
The detailed program will be announced in Spring 2026.
Highlights Witch's Festival 2026
- Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Magical day in the UNESCO city
- Workshops, shows, and street performances
- Free admission
Prices Witch's Festival 2026
Practical information — Witch's Festival
Practical Information
Access
By car: Villefranche-de-Conflent is accessible from Perpignan (45 min) via the N116. Parking outside the city. Warning: traffic prohibited in the village on the day of the event.
By train: Villefranche-Vernet-les-Bains station on the Perpignan-Latour-de-Carol line.
Opening Hours
From 7 am to 7 pm.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
Mairie de Villefranche-de-Conflent — Facebook: Fête de la Sorcière
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Cité fortifiée de Villefranche-de-Conflent
Cité fortifiée, 66500 Villefranche-de-Conflent