Imagin'Aire Festival
Open-air photography festival in Aire-sur-l'Adour
About Imagin'Aire
The Imagin'Aire Festival is a photography festival organized annually by the Air'tistic association in Aire-sur-l'Adour. For nearly a month, the town transforms into an open-air gallery with large-format photography exhibitions in the streets, parks, media library, and many emblematic locations of the city. Photo workshops, meetings with photographers, heritage walks, and debates/screenings complete a rich program accessible free of charge to all audiences.
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Imagin'Aire Festival: Photography on display in Aire-sur-l'Adour
The Imagin'Aire Festival is the annual photography event in Aire-sur-l'Adour, in the Landes region. Organized by the Air'tistic association, this festival transforms the town into a true open-air gallery each year, offering a unique photographic journey through the streets, parks, media library, and cultural spaces of the town.
A visual journey through the city
Each edition of the Imagin'Aire Festival proposes a unifying theme that guides the selection of exhibited works. The photographs, often in large format, take over public spaces and invite passers-by to see their living environment with fresh eyes. The exhibitions unfold in the streets, parks, the media library, and other emblematic locations of the town, creating an artistic trail accessible to everyone.
Workshops and meetings for all
Beyond the exhibitions, the festival offers photography workshops led by professionals, allowing participants to learn or improve their skills in various techniques. Meetings with the exhibited photographers provide an opportunity to discuss their artistic approach and vision of the world. Heritage walks guided by the town's heritage department offer a photographic perspective on the architecture and history of Aire-sur-l'Adour.
A commitment to artistic diversity
The Imagin'Aire Festival is committed to the diversity of perspectives and photographic practices. Each edition highlights various photographic universes, from documentary photography to portraits, from landscapes to experimental photography. The festival pays particular attention to the representation of women photographers and the promotion of emerging talents.
L'Enfer: A space for discerning audiences
Since the 2025 edition, the festival features L'Enfer, a collective exhibition space at the L'Aire des Arts hall, dedicated to photographic works intended for a discerning audience. This space allows for the exploration of bold themes and more experimental artistic approaches.
Practical information — Imagin'Aire
Exhibition Locations
The exhibitions are displayed throughout the town of Aire-sur-l'Adour: downtown streets, public parks and gardens, the municipal media library, the L'Aire des Arts hall, and other cultural and heritage spaces. A map of the photographic trail is available at the media library, in partner shops, and on the festival program downloadable online.
Access
By Car
Aire-sur-l'Adour is accessible via the D932 from Mont-de-Marsan (30 min) and via the D934 from Pau (30 min). The town is also served from Bordeaux in about 1h40 via the A65 motorway. Free parking is available in the town center, particularly at Place du Commerce and near the media library.
By Train
Aire-sur-l'Adour SNCF station, on the Mont-de-Marsan - Pau line. The town center and exhibitions are within walking distance of the station.
Opening Hours
The outdoor exhibitions are accessible permanently, 24 hours a day, throughout the festival (approximately one month). The media library is open during its usual hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 2 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday from 10 AM to 12 PM and from 2 PM to 6 PM, Friday from 2 PM to 5:30 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. Photography workshops and events are scheduled on weekends.
Prices
Access to all outdoor exhibitions and the media library is completely free. Photography workshops are offered for free or upon registration. Debates/screenings at Cinéma Galaxie are accessible for €6.
Workshops
The photography workshops are led by professional photographers. Advance registration is recommended as places are limited. No specific equipment is required; participants' cameras or smartphones are sufficient for introductory workshops.
Accessibility
The outdoor photographic trail is largely accessible to people with reduced mobility. The media library has adapted access. For any specific questions, please contact the organizing association.
Contact
Air'tistic Association
Email: [email protected]
Aire-Eugénie Tourist Office: 05 58 71 64 70
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Where does it take place — Imagin'Aire
Centre-ville d'Aire-sur-l'Adour
Place du Commerce, 40800 Aire-sur-l'Adour