Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage
Maritime tradition in Valras-Plage, Hérault
2026
About Fête de la Saint-Pierre de
Fête de la Saint-Pierre de — edition 2026
The Saint-Pierre Festival, patron saint festival of fishermen and seafarers, returns to Valras-Plage from Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28, 2026. Three days of maritime traditions, music, Languedoc jousts, procession, and fireworks in the fishermen's village and along the Orb.
Saint-Pierre Festival 2026 in Valras-Plage
From June 26 to 28, 2026, Valras-Plage celebrates Saint-Pierre, patron saint of fishermen. This traditional festival of the Hérault coast combines maritime fervor, festive entertainment, and local heritage: bandas, concerts, nautical jousts on the Orb, fishing competitions, procession, and fireworks from the pier. Free entry for all activities.
Highlights Fête de la Saint-Pierre de 2026
- 134th edition
- In Valras-Plage, Hérault
Programme Fête de la Saint-Pierre de 2026
Friday, June 26, 2026
- 7:15 PM — Parade by the banda Mescladis from the Palais de la Mer to the fishermen's village
- 8:00 PM — Official launch of festivities by the Mayor in the fishermen's village, followed by a concert by Floréal Vaquerin
- 9:00 PM — Concert with DJ Cassou in the fishermen's village
- 11:00 PM — Fireworks display from the pier, followed by musical entertainment with DJ Cassou until 12:30 AM
Saturday, June 27, 2026
- 10:00 AM — Beach volleyball tournament on De Gaulle beach
- 10:00 AM-12:00 PM — Paddle descent with Les Rameurs de l'Orb (departure from Pont Rouge in Sérignan, arrival at Esplanade Turco)
- 11:00 AM-12:00 PM — Culinary demonstrations and tastings by the Confrérie de la Pignate
- 2:30 PM — Pétanque competition (doubles), De Gaulle beach parking lot
- 2:30 PM-6:00 PM — François Motis Challenge, traditional rowing regatta on the Orb (trophy presentation at 7:00 PM in the fishermen's village)
- 7:30 PM-12:30 AM — Musical entertainment with DJ Cassou in the fishermen's village
Sunday, June 28, 2026
- Morning — Sea fishing competition (Henri Caumes Challenge), weigh-in around 12:00 PM near the harbor master's office
- 2:30 PM — Pétanque competition (triples), De Gaulle beach parking lot
- 4:00 PM — Jousters' parade in the city center from the Palais de la Mer, followed by the Languedoc jousting tournament from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM on the Orb
- 7:30 PM-12:30 AM — Musical entertainment with DJ Cassou in the fishermen's village
Program communicated by the City of Valras-Plage, subject to change.
Prices Fête de la Saint-Pierre de 2026
Fête de la Saint-Pierre de — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 26 June to 28 June 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Fête de la Saint-Pierre de
Practical information
Location
Valras-Plage (34350), Hérault.
Access
Get to Valras-Plage by road. Parking available near the event site. Consult official information for access details.
Prices
Free entry.
Contact
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the Valras-Plage town hall.
Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage in Valras-Plage
Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage is a must-attend event in the cultural life of Valras-Plage and the Hérault department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 1893, this event has established itself as a benchmark for maritime tradition, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Presentation
Fishermen's festival over 3 days with blessing of boats, maritime parade, entertainment, and drone show at the end of June.
An event rooted in its territory
Located in the heart of Valras-Plage, Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the town and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Hérault department and highlights 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.
Program and entertainment
Each edition of Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage offers a varied program combining maritime tradition and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries, and moments of sharing that make this event rich. The complete program is communicated each year on the official channels of the event.
A convivial event
Fête de la Saint-Pierre de Valras-Plage is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed amateur or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Valras-Plage. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable souvenir.
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