Fêtes d'Ondres
Local festivals of Ondres with old-fashioned Landes bull races, bandas and festive entertainment between Landes and Basque Country
2026
About Fêtes d'Ondres
Fêtes d'Ondres — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Fêtes d'Ondres takes place from Friday, June 26th to Monday, June 29th, 2026 at the fronton and in the village center. Four days of Landes festivities with a musical opening on Friday evening, a rugby tournament and children's show on Saturday, a vintage car parade and concert on Sunday, and a gourmet closing on Monday lunchtime around traditional cod.
Fêtes d'Ondres 2026: four days of Landes festivities
From June 26th to 29th, 2026, the village center of Ondres celebrates its local festivities, organized by the Anim'Ondres association. On the program: festive meals, bandas, sports competitions, shows and entertainment for the whole family, in the tradition of Landes festivals.
Friday, June 26th — opening of the festivities
The festivities begin at 7 PM at the fronton with a taloas-frites meal accompanied by a banda, followed by a popular dance that officially kicks off the four days of celebration.
Saturday, June 27th — sports and festive day
The morning is dedicated to the fishing competition and the rugby tournament, while a children's show is offered at 10:30 AM. In the afternoon, it's time for the pétanque competition starting at 1:30 PM. The evening continues with a festive meal at La Capranie at 8 PM (by reservation), then a concert at the fronton at 11 PM.
Sunday, June 28th — tradition and music
In the morning, a vintage car parade at 9 AM and a bowling competition at 9:30 AM precede the mass. In the evening, zumba and salsa set the tone before a taloas-frites meal followed by a concert and surprise entertainment to beautifully close the day.
Monday, June 29th — gourmet closing
The festivities conclude with a tasting of cod in pimpe sauce (by reservation), with the official closing of the festivities at 12 PM at the fronton.
Highlights Fêtes d'Ondres 2026
- Festive opening with banda and popular dance at the fronton on Friday evening
- Rugby tournament and children's show on Saturday morning
- Concert at the fronton on Saturday evening
- Vintage car parade on Sunday morning
- Zumba, salsa and concert evening on Sunday evening
- Gourmet closing with tasting of cod in pimpe sauce on Monday
Programme Fêtes d'Ondres 2026
Friday, June 26th, 2026
- 7:00 PM — Opening of the festivities at the fronton: taloas-frites meal, banda and popular dance
Saturday, June 27th, 2026
- Morning — Fishing competition
- Morning — Rugby tournament
- 10:30 AM — Children's show
- 1:30 PM — Pétanque competition
- 8:00 PM — Festive meal at La Capranie (by reservation)
- 11:00 PM — Concert at the fronton
Sunday, June 28th, 2026
- 9:00 AM — Vintage car parade
- 9:30 AM — Bowling competition
- Morning — Mass
- Evening — Zumba and salsa
- Evening — Taloas-frites meal, concert and surprise entertainment
Monday, June 29th, 2026
- Noon — Tasting of cod in pimpe sauce (by reservation)
- 12:00 PM — Official closing of the festivities at the fronton
Prices Fêtes d'Ondres 2026
Festive meal at La Capranie (Saturday evening): by reservation
Tasting of cod in pimpe sauce (Monday): by reservation
Fêtes d'Ondres — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 26 June to 29 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 — Fêtes d'Ondres
Practical Information
Dates and Times
The local festivals of Ondres are held at the end of June, from Friday to Monday. The official opening is at 8 PM at the fronton with the bandas. The summer Landes bull races take place throughout the summer at the Ondres arena: July 14th, July 28th, August 4th, and August 18th, with gates opening at 8:30 PM and the show starting at 9:15 PM (duration approximately 2 hours). The Fête de la Dune with fireworks takes place at the end of August.
Prices
- Access to local festivals: free
- Landes bull races: paid entry, tickets at the Tourist Office or on site on the evening of the event
- Chaouches race (10 km): paid registration
- Fête de la Dune: free access
Access
By car: Ondres is located 7 km north of Bayonne, on the D810. From the A63 motorway, take the Ondres exit (exit 7). Free parking in the village and near the arena. Additional parking is available during the festivals to accommodate the crowds.
By bus: Chronoplus line from Bayonne, Ondres centre stop.
By train: Bayonne station (7 km), then Chronoplus bus or taxi.
Food and Drink
Bar and light refreshments at the arena during the Landes bull races. Food stalls, refreshment stands, and casetas during the local festivals. Grills, tapas, and Landes specialties are offered throughout the festivities.
Accommodation
Ondres has campsites, holiday residences, and seasonal rentals between the town center and Ondres-Plage. The proximity to Bayonne and the Basque coast offers many additional accommodation options. Booking is recommended during high season.
Practical Tips
- Bull races: family-friendly and convivial spectacle, suitable for all ages. Bring a stadium seat for the 2-hour show.
- Chaouches race: online or on-site registration, festive course open to all levels.
- Attire: festive atmosphere, white is the traditional color of Landes festivals.
- Safety: a security system is in place by the municipality throughout the duration of the festivals.
Contact
Ondres Town Hall: +33 5 59 45 31 08
Tourist Office: ondres.fr
The Fêtes d'Ondres: Landes traditions at the gates of the Basque Country
A town on the southern coast of the Landes region, just a few kilometers from Bayonne, Ondres is a village that combines Landes identity and Basque influence in its festive traditions. Its local festivals, organized every end of June, mark the beginning of summer with four days of authentic festivities that bring the entire Ondres community together.
Old-fashioned Landes Bull Races
The main attraction of the Fêtes d'Ondres, the old-fashioned Landes bull races, are organized by the Foyer d'Éducation Populaire d'Ondres throughout the summer. This family-friendly spectacle, full of thrills and emotion, features elegantly dressed men who try to avoid the charges of the racing bulls by performing spectacular dodges and jumps. The arena gates open at 8:30 PM for a show at 9:15 PM lasting about two hours. A bar and light refreshments are available on site. Tickets are on sale at the Tourist Office and at the event venue.
The Chaouches Race and Sports Activities
The Fêtes d'Ondres are distinguished by original sports activities, starting with the famous Chaouches race, a 10 km course that brings together runners and walkers in a festive atmosphere. A colored powder release transforms participants into living rainbows, adding a modern touch to Landes traditions. The fishing competition attracts nature and patience lovers, while pétanque tournaments bring together the village's boules players.
Bandas, Music, and Parades
The bandas are at the heart of Ondres' festive atmosphere. They parade through the village streets, leading the revelers into an atmosphere of popular jubilation. The official opening of the festivals traditionally takes place at 8 PM at the fronton, where the first notes of the bandas signal the start of the festivities. The evenings are filled with concerts and popular dances that get the people of Ondres and their visitors dancing until the early hours of the morning.
The Dune Festival and Fireworks
In addition to the local festivals in June, Ondres organizes the Fête de la Dune at the end of August, an event that celebrates the natural heritage of the town with a grand fireworks display launched from the beach. The Landes bull races continue throughout the summer with shows scheduled for July 14th, July 28th, August 4th, and August 18th, offering vacationers multiple opportunities to discover this unique Landes tradition.
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