Fête des Étangs de Ville-d'Avray

The Fête des Étangs de Ville-d'Avray, a popular event in the heart of nature

Ville-d'Avray is a town in the Hauts-de-Seine department famous for its Corot ponds, immortalized by the painter Camille Corot in the 19th century. It is by the edge of these picturesque bodies of water, surrounded by forest and greenery, that the Fête des Étangs takes place every year in June, one of the most anticipated festive events in the town.

Born from the desire to liven up local life and bring residents together for a moment of shared conviviality, the Fête des Étangs has become a well-established tradition over the years. Organized by a dedicated volunteer association, each edition offers a rich and varied program, suitable for all ages.

A festive program for the whole family

The Fête des Étangs takes place over three days, from Friday evening to Sunday, and offers a range of activities for young and old. The program includes on-water shows that highlight the natural setting of the ponds, sports activities — inflatable structures, giant sumo, climbing — and environmental awareness workshops, which demonstrate a strong commitment to local biodiversity.

Children enjoy tailored activities throughout the weekend, while adults gather around food stalls and concerts that liven up the evenings. Saturday evening is particularly festive, with a DJ set and local musicians making the pond shores vibrate.

A renewed theme each year

The Fête des Étangs is distinguished by the choice of a different theme each year, which gives a special flavor to each edition and invites participants to identify with it. The 2025 edition was themed around Manga, inviting cosplayers and Japanese culture enthusiasts to the pond shores. The 2026 edition dives back into the 90s, celebrating the nostalgia, music, and fashion of this iconic decade.

These themes help to renew the event's appeal from one year to the next, while retaining a large and enthusiastic audience. Families, young people, and seniors come together in a festive and relaxed atmosphere, far from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis.

The environment at the heart of the festival

The Fête des Étangs is not just about entertainment and concerts. It is also a vehicle for raising awareness about biodiversity protection and the preservation of the Corot ponds' natural site. Educational workshops and information areas allow visitors, especially children, to learn more about local flora and fauna and adopt responsible practices.

The organizers are also committed to reducing the environmental impact of the event, with initiatives to sort waste, limit plastic use, and promote local products at the food stalls.

Ville-d'Avray, a village within the city

With its 11,000 inhabitants and its preserved living environment between forest and ponds, Ville-d'Avray is often referred to as the village of the Hauts-de-Seine. The Fête des Étangs perfectly embodies this village spirit, where conviviality, nature, and culture come together for a memorable weekend. An event not to be missed for anyone wishing to discover the discreet charm of this extraordinary town on the outskirts of Paris.