Fête de Conches

The essential festive event of the back-to-school season

The Fête de Conches is the flagship event of the back-to-school season in Conches-en-Ouche. Every year, on the second weekend of September, this medieval town in the Pays d'Ouche transforms into a huge festival ground where street theater, circus, fire shows, live concerts, artistic parades, and activities for young and old come together.

An eclectic and multidisciplinary program

For three days, from Friday to Sunday, the program boldly mixes genres and disciplines. Street performances take over the squares and alleys of the town center: theater companies, circus artists, and aerial acrobats transform the public space into a living stage. Fire shows illuminate the evenings, creating a magical atmosphere in the medieval setting of the town.

The concerts offer a varied program, from current music to folk and French chanson. Festive parades and colorful processions move through the streets, drawing the public along. An extraordinary market brings together artisans and creators, adding a dimension of discovery and shopping to the event.

An event for all audiences

The Fête de Conches places great importance on activities for children and families: creative workshops, shows adapted for younger audiences, games, and fun activities punctuate the weekend. Artistic exhibitions, displayed in various locations in the town, allow visitors to discover the work of local and regional creators.

The 2025 edition: "Culottées"

The 2025 edition of the Fête de Conches is themed "Culottées", a program that promises to be bold and inventive. From September 12 to 14, 2025, the unveiled program highlights impactful shows, engaging concerts, and surprising activities around this strong theme.

Conches-en-Ouche, an exceptional setting

The architectural heritage of Conches-en-Ouche — its medieval keep, the Sainte-Foy church with its remarkable stained glass windows, its half-timbered houses, and its gardens — offers a striking backdrop for this popular festival. The event is entirely free, perpetuating the spirit of openness and conviviality that characterizes the town.