Foire de Beaucaire
Historic Fair in Beaucaire, Gard
About Foire de Beaucaire
The Beaucaire Fair, better known as the Fêtes de la Madeleine, is one of Beaucaire's great historical events, in the Gard, Occitanie. Heir to a centuries-old fair famous throughout the South, the event is held annually at the end of July and traditionally begins on July 21st, the day of Saint Mary Magdalene, patron saint of the city. It contributes to the cultural and tourist dynamism of the commune and the entire department.
The Beaucaire Fair in Beaucaire
The Beaucaire Fair (Fêtes de la Madeleine) is an unmissable event in the local life of Beaucaire and the Gard, in Occitanie. Heir to the great historical fair of Beaucaire, once one of the most frequented in Europe, it perpetuates every summer a tradition deeply rooted in the territory.
An event rooted in its territory
In the heart of Beaucaire, the event takes over the city center, the Arènes Paul Laurent, and the Champ de Foire. It fully contributes to the tourist attractiveness of the Gard and promotes the Provençal and Camargue traditions of the Occitanie region.
A week of festivities
Each edition offers a week of festivities combining bullfighting tradition (abrivados, bandidos, encierros, Camargue races), a grand opening parade, outdoor entertainment, bodegas, and shows. The full program is communicated annually by the City of Beaucaire as the event approaches.
A friendly gathering
The Beaucaire Fair is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are passionate about Camargue tradition or simply curious, everyone will find something to enjoy a warm moment in Beaucaire.
Foire de Beaucaire — edition 2026
2026 edition of the Fair / Madeleine Festival in Beaucaire, from July 21 to 27, 2026. As every year, the festivities begin on July 21, the day of Saint Madeleine, patron saint of the city.
Madeleine Fair — 2026 Edition
The 2026 edition of the Beaucaire Fair (Madeleine Festival) will take place from Monday, July 21 to Monday, July 27, 2026, in Beaucaire, in the Gard. True to a centuries-old tradition, the event opens on July 21, the day of Saint Madeleine.
The week combines the great Provence-Camargue bullfighting tradition — abrivados, bandidos, encierros, Camargue races at the Arènes Paul Laurent — and the festive atmosphere of the city center with its fairground, bodegas, and shows. The detailed day-by-day program is communicated each year by the City of Beaucaire as the event approaches.
Highlights Foire de Beaucaire 2026
- From July 21 to 27, 2026
- Grand opening parade on July 21
- Provence-Camargue bullfighting tradition (abrivados, Camargue races)
- In Beaucaire, Gard
Prices Foire de Beaucaire 2026
Practical information — Foire de Beaucaire
Practical Information
Location — Beaucaire (30300), Gard: city center, Arènes Paul Laurent and Champ de Foire.
Dates — Annually at the end of July, starting from July 21st (Saint Mary Magdalene).
Access — Get to Beaucaire by road. Parking available around the city center and the Champ de Foire. Consult official information for access details.
Contact — Mairie de Beaucaire: 04 66 59 10 06 · official website beaucaire.fr. Information also available from Terre d'Argence Tourisme (Tourist Office).
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Where does it take place — Foire de Beaucaire
Centre-ville, Arènes Paul Laurent et Champ de Foire
Centre-ville, 30300 Beaucaire, 30300 Beaucaire