Fête de la Mirabelle
The popular festival of Lorraine's emblematic fruit in the Trois-Maisons district
2026
About Fête de la Mirabelle
Our team has not been able to confirm with an official source that this 2026 edition is taking place. The dates and program shown below may be outdated. We strongly recommend that you contact the organizer directly to verify before any travel or registration.
Fête de la Mirabelle — edition 2026
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Practical information — Fête de la Mirabelle
Access and Transport
The festival takes place in the Trois-Maisons district, one of Nancy's oldest suburbs, located north of the historic city center. The district is easily accessible by public transport.
- By tram: Line 1, stop « Faubourg des Trois-Maisons » or « Saint-Georges ». The tram runs with increased frequency during summer weekends.
- By bus: Several lines of the Stan network serve the Trois-Maisons district. Consult the stan-bus.fr website for routes.
- By car: From the A31, take the Nancy Centre exit then follow signs for the Trois-Maisons district. Warning: parking may be very limited during the festival due to the closure of certain streets for the float parade. It is strongly recommended to prioritize public transport or park in the Park & Ride facilities of the Stan network.
- By train: Nancy-Ville station (TGV Paris-Nancy in 1h30, TER from Metz in 40 minutes). The district is accessible in 15 minutes on foot from the station or by tram.
- By bike: Cycle paths from Nancy city center. VélOstan'lib stations near the district.
Usual Dates
The festival traditionally takes place on the last weekend of August, during the peak mirabelle plum harvest season in Lorraine. Festivities generally begin on Saturday afternoon and continue until Sunday evening.
Prices
Access to street entertainment, the flower-adorned float parade, and shows is completely free. Food, mirabelle plum product tastings, and drinks are payable at the various stands.
Food and Tastings
Numerous food stalls are set up in the district's streets, offering a wide range of specialties: mirabelle plum tarts, jams, compotes, sorbets, mirabelle plum eau-de-vie, and other Lorraine delicacies. Traditional savory dishes (quiche lorraine, tourte, pâté lorrain) and a bar with Toul grey wines and local beers complete the offering.
Typical Program
The program generally includes the parade of flower-adorned floats on Sunday afternoon, the election of the Mirabelle Queen, evening concerts and popular dances, fairground rides and games, as well as a market of local producers.
Accessibility
The district's streets are largely accessible to people with reduced mobility. Entertainment takes place outdoors in the streets and squares of the suburb.
Contact
Commune Libre des Trois-Maisons
Quartier Trois-Maisons, 54000 Nancy
Nancy Tourist Office: www.nancy-tourisme.fr
The Mirabelle, Lorraine's King Fruit
Every year at the end of August, the Trois-Maisons district in Nancy transforms into a true festive village to celebrate the mirabelle plum, this small golden fruit that is the pride of all of Lorraine. The Fête de la Mirabelle de Nancy, organized by the Commune Libre des Trois-Maisons, is one of the oldest and most popular events in the district.
A Popular Heritage
Created in the 1950s, the Fête de la Mirabelle perpetuates a tradition of typically Nancy neighborhood festivals. The Commune Libre des Trois-Maisons, a historic festive association, orchestrates the event with the help of numerous neighborhood associations and the support of the City of Nancy. The atmosphere is resolutely popular and intergenerational.
On the Program
The festive weekend offers a rich and varied program:
- Parade of flower-adorned floats through the district streets, the highlight of the festival
- Election of the Mirabelle Queen among the young girls of the district
- Tastings of mirabelle plum tarts, jams, eau-de-vie, and other Lorraine specialties
- Concerts and popular dances animating the evenings
- Street entertainment for all ages: games, rides, fairground stalls
- Local producers' market showcasing Lorraine terroir products
The Trois-Maisons District in Celebration
The Trois-Maisons neighborhood, one of Nancy's oldest districts, adorns itself in its finest colors for the occasion. The streets are decorated, the terraces are open, and the atmosphere is festive. It's a special moment of social cohesion where neighbors, families, and friends gather in a warm atmosphere.
The Mirabelle Plum in All Its Forms
The star fruit is featured in all its forms: tarts, jams, compotes, sorbets, eau-de-vie, and even mirabelle plum beer. Local producers and artisans present their creations, offering visitors a true gourmet tour of this unique fruit, of which Lorraine produces nearly 70% of the world's harvest.
An Unmissable Event
The Fête de la Mirabelle de Nancy, not to be confused with the Fêtes de la Mirabelle in Metz, is an unmissable summer event for the residents of Grand Nancy. It contributes to the cultural animation and neighborhood life, while promoting an emblematic gastronomic heritage of the region.
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