Tradition/folklore in Gignac, Hérault
Ascension Day festival celebrating the totem animal of Gignac with a procession of Martin, Occitan songs, and entertainment over 5 days. This event contributes to the cultural and tourist dynamism of the commune of Gignac and the department of Hérault in Occitanie.
Fête de l'Âne de Gignac is a must-attend event in the cultural life of Gignac and the Hérault department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 1896, this event has established itself as a benchmark for tradition/folklore, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Ascension Day festival celebrating the totem animal of Gignac with a procession of Martin, Occitan songs, and entertainment over 5 days.
Located in the heart of Gignac, Fête de l'Âne de Gignac takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the commune and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Hérault department and enhances the cultural, natural, and human riches of the Occitanie region. The Hérault department, bathed by the Mediterranean and crossed by varied landscapes from the coast to the Larzac, offers an ideal setting for hosting quality cultural events.
Each edition of Fête de l'Âne de Gignac offers a varied program combining tradition/folklore and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event rich. The complete program is communicated each year through the official channels of the event.
Fête de l'Âne de Gignac is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed enthusiast or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Gignac. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable experience.
2026 edition of Fête de l'Âne de Gignac in Gignac. 131st edition.
The 131st edition of Fête de l'Âne de Gignac will be held from August 1 to 4, 2026 in Gignac, in the Hérault department.
Gignac (34150), Hérault.
Travel to Gignac by road. Parking is available on the outskirts of the event site. Consult official information for access details.
Free admission.
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the Gignac town hall.
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