Festival of Occitan culture and world music in Bourdeilles in Dordogne
The Festival Paratge d'Oc & d'ailleurs is a performing arts festival centered around Occitan culture and world cultures, organized each spring in Bourdeilles in Dordogne by the departmental cultural agency Dordogne-Périgord. The term 'Paratge', from the troubadours, embodies values of humanity, respect for differences, and equality. The program invites discovery of a living and contemporary Occitan culture, open to artistic expressions from around the world, where contemporary creation draws from traditions to better perpetuate them.
The Paratge d'Oc & d'ailleurs festival was born from the desire of the Dordogne-Périgord Departmental Cultural Agency to promote a living and contemporary Occitan culture, open to other world cultures. The term 'Paratge', inherited from the troubadours, carries values of humanity, respect for differences, and gender equality.
The program combines music, dance, theater, storytelling, and participatory workshops centered around the Occitan language and culture, while also welcoming artists from other cultural backgrounds. The performances take place outdoors in the medieval setting of Bourdeilles, at the foot of its castle and in the village streets.
The festival is free and open to all. On-site catering allows visitors to extend their day in a friendly atmosphere. The event is supported by the municipality of Bourdeilles, the festival committee, and the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region.
The Festival Paratge d'Oc & d'ailleurs returns to Bourdeilles in May 2026. Day of performing arts centered around Occitan culture and world cultures. Free admission. Dates and program to be confirmed.
The Festival Paratge d'Oc & d'ailleurs will return to Bourdeilles in May 2026 for another day of performing arts centered around Occitan culture and world cultures. The Dordogne-Périgord Departmental Cultural Agency is preparing a program combining music, dance, theater, storytelling, and workshops. Admission will be free. Dates and program to be confirmed.
The festival takes place in the village of Bourdeilles, 24310 Bourdeilles.
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Village de Bourdeilles
Village de Bourdeilles, 24310 Bourdeilles