Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne
The village festival between the ocean and the Landes forest
2026
About Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne
Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne — edition 2026
The Bénesse-Maremne 2026 Festival will take place from Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12 for four days of entertainment, music, and conviviality in the heart of the Landes village. On the program: festive opening on the old pediment square with the Harmonie Bénéssoise, tapas aperitif with local merchants, mussels and fries meal organized by the BOSC, 10 km foot race, scooter race for children, horseback riding, Foyer vs. village cohesion activities, and a closing fireworks display.
2026 Edition — The village festival of Bénesse-Maremne
The Bénesse-Maremne 2026 Festival makes its grand return from Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12 in the village center, for four days of entertainment, music, and conviviality. The Foyer Rural, in partnership with local associations (BOSC, merchants, Harmonie Bénéssoise, Cantebroy choir, Les copains d'accords banda), is preparing a festive program faithful to the village spirit of the Landes Maremne.
New musical groups this year
The 2026 edition features new musical groups that will entertain the public throughout the weekend, in addition to the usual formations (Harmonie Bénéssoise, DJ sets, dance orchestras). The festivities open on Thursday, July 9 at 8 PM on the old pediment square with an opening ceremony, an aperitif, a raffle draw, and a concert by the Harmonie Bénéssoise.
Meals, aperitifs, and gourmet moments
Festive meals punctuate these four days. The tapas aperitif, organized by the Foyer Rural and Bénesse merchants with musical entertainment by the Harmonie Bénéssoise, is a great moment of sharing. The traditional mussels and fries meal, organized by the BOSC (Basket Océan Côte Sud), brings together hundreds of guests. The garburo-concert aperitif and associative refreshment stands complete the catering offer throughout the weekend.
Sports, games, and popular entertainment
The sports and leisure component is rich: 10 km foot race for experienced runners, scooter race for children, traditional horseback riding on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday afternoon, cohesion activities pit the Foyer team against the village team in a friendly joust from which only one team will emerge victorious. Games for children and family entertainment throughout the festival.
Religious service and closing
On Sunday morning, the religious service is animated by the Cantebroy choir, the Harmonie Bénéssoise, and the Les copains d'accords banda. The weekend concludes with the traditional fireworks display, launched from the village center.
The detailed hourly program is published by the Foyer Rural on its Facebook page and on the town hall's website as the festival approaches.
Highlights Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne 2026
- Four days of village festivities from Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Festive opening Thursday at 8 PM on the old pediment square with the Harmonie Bénéssoise
- Tapas aperitif and mussels and fries meal organized by the BOSC
- 10 km foot race, children's scooter race, and horseback riding
- Foyer vs. village cohesion activities on Sunday afternoon
- Closing fireworks display on Sunday evening
- Free access to festivities, entertainment for the whole family
Programme Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne 2026
Thursday, July 9, 2026
- 8:00 PM — Official opening of the festivities on the old pediment square: aperitif, raffle draw, and musical entertainment by the Harmonie Bénéssoise
Friday, July 10, 2026
- Village entertainment, dance party, and concerts
- Children's scooter race (time specified by the Foyer Rural on the official Facebook page)
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Noon — Tapas aperitif organized by the Foyer Rural and Bénesse merchants, entertainment by the Harmonie Bénéssoise
- Afternoon — Traditional horseback riding through the village streets
- 10 km foot race open to experienced runners (pre-registration required)
- Evening — Mussels and fries meal organized by the BOSC (Basket Océan Côte Sud), followed by a dance party with orchestras and DJs
Sunday, July 12, 2026
- 10:30 AM — Religious service animated by the Cantebroy choir, the Harmonie Bénéssoise, and the Les copains d'accords banda
- Afternoon — Cohesion activities Foyer vs. village (friendly team joust)
- Evening — Closing fireworks display launched from the village center, followed by the closing ball
Complete and detailed hourly program published by the Foyer Rural on its Facebook page and on benesse-maremne.fr as the festival approaches.
Prices Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne 2026
Mussels and fries meal (BOSC): registration with the association required.
Tapas aperitif: free price.
10 km foot race: pre-registration required.
Scooter race and children's entertainment: free or on-site registration.
Refreshment stands and associative catering available throughout the festival.
Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 9 July to 12 July 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 de Bénesse-Maremne
Practical Information
Festival Location
The festivities take place in the center of the village of Bénesse-Maremne (40230), around the old pediment square and the village hall. Bénesse-Maremne is located 7 km from Capbreton and 5 km from Soustons, in the Landes region.
Dates
The festivities are held annually in July, over four days from Thursday to Sunday. In 2026, they are scheduled from Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12.
Access
- By car: from the A63 motorway, exit Capbreton or Soustons. Bénesse-Maremne is located on the D33 between the two communes. Free parking in the village.
- By train: Dax SNCF station (30 minutes) or Bayonne (40 minutes), then by car.
Prices
- Access to festivities: free
- Mussels and fries meal: registration required with the organizing association (BOSC)
- Tapas aperitif: free price
- 10 km race: prior registration
- Tournament / sports activities: on-site registration
Catering
Meals and refreshment stands are offered by local associations throughout the festivities: tapas aperitif, mussels and fries meal organized by BOSC (basketball club), garbure, and other outdoor gourmet activities.
Practical Tips
- Relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere, casual dress
- Bring cash for refreshment stands and meals
- Seating for meals may be limited: arrive early
- Consult the Facebook page of Foyer Rural de Bénesse-Maremne for the detailed program and registrations
Contact
Bénesse-Maremne Town Hall — 05 58 72 51 38
Email: [email protected]
Website: benesse-maremne.fr
The Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne: The Village Spirit of the Maremne
Located in the Maremne, this strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Landes forest, the commune of Bénesse-Maremne celebrates its village festivals every summer with the conviviality that characterizes small Landes villages. For three to four days, this village of about 3,000 inhabitants, located a few kilometers from Capbreton and Soustons, comes alive to the rhythm of festive events organized by the Foyer Rural in collaboration with local associations.
The Harmonie Bénéssoise, Musical Soul of the Festivals
The Harmonie Bénéssoise, the village's brass band, plays a central role in the festivities. Present from the official opening on the old fronton square, it livens up aperitifs, meals, and parades through the streets. This local musical group embodies the tradition of Landes musical societies and brings an authentic touch to the celebrations. Concerts by young local talents complete the musical program, showcasing the artistic rising stars of the region.
Festive and Gourmet Meals
The festival meals are a highlight of the Bénesse festivities. The Saturday lunchtime tapas aperitif, organized jointly by the Foyer Rural and the village's shopkeepers, is a moment of friendly sharing. The traditional moules-frites meal, organized on Saturday evening by local sports associations, brings together hundreds of guests in a warm atmosphere. The Monday lunchtime garbure-concert aperitif, with its garbure served outdoors accompanied by live music, is another emblematic moment of these festivals.
Sports and Popular Activities
The festival program includes numerous sports and recreational activities. The Saturday afternoon pétanque tournament attracts players from all over the region. The Saturday late afternoon scooter race is a popular spectacle that brings together all generations. Children's games, inflatable structures, and street entertainment complete the family-friendly aspect of the festivities.
Dance Evenings and Fireworks
The evenings of the Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne are enlivened by live bands, DJ sets, and popular dances that continue until the early morning. The fireworks, launched from the center of the village, light up the Bénesse sky and are a unifying moment for the entire community. The musical aperitif with groups like the Pong Orchestra sets the mood for the festival-goers before the main evening meals.
A Village Focused on Celebration and Sharing
The Fêtes de Bénesse-Maremne demonstrate the vitality of the associative fabric of this Landes commune. The Foyer Rural, the BOSC football club, and sports and cultural associations mobilize to offer a festive program accessible to all. These village festivals perpetuate a tradition of conviviality and sharing specific to the communes of the Landes Maremne.
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