Franco-Moroccan Cultural Festival
Two cultures, one celebration — no event in 2026
2026
There is no edition scheduled in 2026 for this event. This page remains accessible to archive the history of the manifestation and will be updated if a new edition is announced.
About Franco-Moroccan
Our team has not been able to confirm with an official source that this 2026 edition is taking place. The dates and program shown below may be outdated. We strongly recommend that you contact the organizer directly to verify before any travel or registration.
Franco-Moroccan — edition 2026
2nd Edition — The Festival is Confirmed
After the popular and cultural success of the first edition in September 2025, the Franco-Moroccan Cultural Festival returns for a second edition on September 19 and 20, 2026, in Pithiviers, again as part of the European Heritage Days.
Building on the official twinning signed between Pithiviers and Ifrane, the 2026 festival aims to deepen the ties between the two cities and offer an enriched program. The four pillars of the event — equestrian arts, music, craftsmanship-gastronomy, and cultural exchanges — will be continued and expanded, featuring new artists, participatory workshops, and opportunities for community interaction.
APCFM, in collaboration with the City of Pithiviers and the Tourist Office of Grand Pithiverais, is working to make this event a must-see on the cultural calendar of Loiret.
Prices Franco-Moroccan 2026
Practical information — Franco-Moroccan
Practical Information
Location
The festival takes place at the Parc de Bellecour, avenue du Maréchal Berthier, 45300 Pithiviers. The concert evening is held at the salle des fêtes de Pithiviers, rue des Rouloirs.
Hours
Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM for daytime activities. Concert evening on Saturday starting at 7:30 PM.
Prices
Daytime entry to the festival is completely free. The concert evening is ticketed: €15 per person.
Access
By car: Pithiviers is accessible via the RN20 from Paris (approx. 1h15) or Orléans (approx. 45 min). Parking available near Parc de Bellecour.
By public transport: Rémi network (Loiret buses) from Orléans or Malesherbes.
Contact
Phone: 06 95 02 58 07
Email: [email protected]
ℹ️ No event in 2026. The Association for Franco-Moroccan Cultural Heritage (APCFM), which organizes the festival, has announced that no edition will be held in 2026.
Franco-Moroccan Cultural Festival: A bridge between two civilizations
The Franco-Moroccan Cultural Festival was launched in September 2025 in Pithiviers, Loiret, at the initiative of the Association for Franco-Moroccan Cultural Heritage (APCFM), chaired by Hicham Fadil. This inaugural event was part of the official twinning between Pithiviers and Ifrane, a Moroccan city in the Middle Atlas, signed on September 20, 2025, in the presence of the Moroccan Ambassador to France Samira Sitaïl, the Mayor of Pithiviers Philippe Nolland, and the President of the Ifrane Commune Abdeslam Lahrar.
A rich and eclectic program for the first edition
The festival took place over two days at the Parc de Bellecour, on Avenue du Maréchal Berthier, and was structured around four main pillars:
- Equestrian Arts: A spectacular Tbourida performance (Moroccan fantasia, recognized as UNESCO intangible heritage), presented by the Cavaliers Al Assala and Pégase Prod, forming a joint Franco-Moroccan equestrian group under the theme "The horse, a bridge between cultures."
- Music and Concerts: A musical evening featuring renowned Moroccan and Franco-Maghrebi artists — Imad Ntifi, Saïd Senhaji, Tarik Ziani, Asala Daka Orléans, and Cheba Houda — for a festive show blending Moroccan and Franco-Maghrebi sounds. Performances by the Ahidous Amsassa group from Imouzzer Kandar, featuring traditional Amazigh songs and dances.
- Crafts and Gastronomy: An artisan village showcasing the expertise of Moroccan and French craftspeople, accompanied by food stalls offering culinary specialties from both countries and local products.
- Fashion and Exhibitions: A fashion show celebrating clothing designs from both cultures, along with thematic exhibitions and various activities for all ages.
A twinning with a future
Beyond the festivities, the first edition of the Franco-Moroccan Cultural Festival served as a setting for thematic round tables bringing together delegations from Pithiviers and Ifrane to discuss concrete topics: culture, youth, sports, environment, tourism, and economic development. These exchanges aim to build lasting bridges between the two regions, fostering decentralized cooperation and the transmission of heritage to younger generations.
An event rooted in heritage
Organized during the European Heritage Days, this first edition brought together, in a spirit of conviviality and openness, the residents of Pithiviers, the Franco-Moroccan community of the Centre-Val de Loire region, and many visitors eager to discover the beauty of French and Moroccan cultures.
Where does it take place — Franco-Moroccan
Franco-Moroccan in brief
History of Franco-Moroccan
Edition 2025 Sep 2025Other festivals near Pithiviers
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