Fêtes Renaissance du Roi de l'Oiseau

40th Edition - King Francis I's Entry into Le Puy-en-Velay

To celebrate its 40 years, the Roi de l'Oiseau chose a grand historical theme: the royal entry of Francis I into Le Puy on July 18, 1533, including the meeting with the ambassadors of Suleiman the Magnificent. This anniversary edition, described as XL and XXL by the organizers, marked four decades of Renaissance historical reenactments in the streets of the upper town of Le Puy-en-Velay.

Over 6,000 costumed extras filled the cobbled streets, accompanied by more than 30 participating associations and artists from across Europe. The program featured over 250 free performances in the city's historic areas, in addition to exceptional paid shows.

Highlights of the 2025 Edition

• Dragon Time: Pyrotechnic and light show on the Grande Lice of the Place du Breuil
• Equestrian Jousts: Cavalry show on the Place du Breuil
• Le Tableau Prodigieux: Show at the Centre Pierre Cardinal
• La Lutte Vellave: Period sports reenactment
• Le Scarashow: Stage show on the Place du Breuil
• The Archery Competition Final and the Coronation of the King of the Bird: the festival's climax
• Concert "The Coronation of Francis I": Musical performance related to the edition's theme
• Renaissance Balls: Dancing evenings open to the public
• The Renaissance Market: one of the largest Renaissance markets in France

Key Figures of the 2025 Edition

• 40th anniversary edition
• Theme: King Francis I's entry into Le Puy-en-Velay (1533)
• 6,000 costumed participants
• Over 30 participating associations
• Over 250 free performances
• 120,000 visitors estimated over 4 days
• September 17-21, 2025