Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio
Religious, maritime festival in Ajaccio, Corse-du-Sud
About Fête de la Saint-Erasme
Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio in Ajaccio
Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio is a must-attend event in the cultural life of Ajaccio and the Corse-du-Sud department, in Corsica. Since its creation in 1983, this event has established itself as a benchmark for religious and maritime festivals, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
An event rooted in its territory
Located in the heart of Ajaccio, Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the town and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Corse-du-Sud department and promotes the cultural, natural, and human riches of the Corsica region.
Program and activities
Each edition of Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio offers a varied program combining religious, maritime festivals, and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event so rich. The complete program is announced each year on the official channels of the event.
A convivial event
Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio 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 Ajaccio. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable experience.
Fête de la Saint-Erasme — edition 2026
The Saint-Érasme Festival is the great celebration of Ajaccio's fishermen and sailors, held annually in honour of Saint Érasme, patron saint of seafarers. For its 2026 edition, it takes place from Saturday, May 30th to Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 around Port Tino Rossi and in Ajaccio city centre.
For four days, the sea is celebrated in a popular and warm atmosphere that brings together residents, families, visitors, and lovers of the coast. The programme includes: craft workshops and demonstrations (basketry, painting, forging), conferences and debates on artificial reefs, marine reserves, climate change and the future of fishing, scuba diving initiations, fishermen's meals based on seafood (bouillabaisse, fish soup, blue crab soup) and musical evenings.
Tuesday, June 2nd, Saint Érasme's Day, is the highlight: mass at 5 PM, a walking procession of the saint's statue to the port, followed by a sea procession around 7 PM with the blessing of the boats and a tribute to lost sailors, followed by a reception.
Organised by the City of Ajaccio with the fishermen's association I Pescadori Aiaccini, this traditional maritime festival is part of Ajaccio's identity.
Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio — 2026 Edition
The 44th edition of Fête de la Saint-Erasme d'Ajaccio will be held from August 9 to 13, 2026 in Ajaccio, in the Corse-du-Sud department.
Highlights Fête de la Saint-Erasme 2026
- 44th edition
- In Ajaccio, Corse-du-Sud
Prices Fête de la Saint-Erasme 2026
Practical information — Fête de la Saint-Erasme
Practical Information
Location
Ajaccio (20000), Corse-du-Sud.
Access
Travel to Ajaccio by road. Parking is available near the event site. Consult the official information for access details.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the Ajaccio town hall.
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