Journées Châtillonnaises
Great fair of local know-how in Châtillon-sur-Seine
About Journées Châtillonnaises
The showcase of Châtillonnais know-how
The Journées Châtillonnaises is the unmissable annual event for the Pays Châtillonnais, bringing together producers, artisans, local businesses, breeders, and associations over more than 10,000 m2 of open-air exhibition space. Organized every first weekend of June on the Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé, this festive and family-friendly event highlights the richness of the region's terroir and artisanal heritage.
A rich and varied program
The program for the Journées Châtillonnaises is organized around several areas:
- Brown cattle breed competition: breeders present their finest animals in competitions that attract connoisseurs from all over Burgundy.
- Artisan Village: a dozen professionals showcase their crafts through live demonstrations.
- Participatory workshops: free activities for families, introductions to traditional skills.
- Tastings: local producers offer tastings of Châtillonnais specialties.
- Concerts and shows: open-air musical entertainment throughout the weekend.
- Pony and donkey rides: activities for the younger ones.
A free and friendly event
Admission to the Journées Châtillonnaises is completely free, as are all the activities offered. About twenty restaurateurs and caterers provide meals on-site, allowing visitors to discover local products, wines, and craft beers from the region. The event attracts several thousand visitors over the two days each year, in a friendly and rural atmosphere.
Journées Châtillonnaises — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Journées Châtillonnaises will take place on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 10 am, on the Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé in Châtillon-sur-Seine. Organized by the City of Châtillon-sur-Seine, this large, entirely free open-air fair celebrates agriculture, crafts, local expertise, music, and tastings from the Pays Châtillonnais, with over 120 exhibitors expected across 10,000 m².
A 2026 edition true to the Châtillon spirit
The 2026 edition of the Journées Châtillonnaises will take place on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 10 am each day, on the Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé in Châtillon-sur-Seine. As every year since 1998, this large, entirely free open-air fair brings together producers, artisans, breeders, local businesses, and associations from the Pays Châtillonnais to celebrate the expertise of northern Côte-d'Or.
Key highlights announced for 2026
- Brown Swiss cattle breed competition: breeders from all over Burgundy to present their finest animals.
- Craft village: a dozen professionals present their trades with live demonstrations.
- Free participatory workshops for families, introductions to traditional gestures.
- Tastings of local specialties by producers from the Châtillon region.
- Open-air concerts and shows throughout the weekend.
- Pony and donkey rides for the youngest.
Catering and children's area
A temporary restaurant with 80 seats will offer 100% farm-fresh burgers, wood-fired ham, samosas, oriental pastries, traditional Greek cuisine, and Châtillon crémant. A dedicated children's area will welcome families with a carousel, trampoline, slides, and pony rides.
Access and information
Admission and all activities are entirely free. The site is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Free parking nearby.
Programme Journées Châtillonnaises 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Fair opens from 10 AM to 9 PM: entertainment and exhibitors, craft village, brown cattle breed competition, tastings and workshops.
- Appearance by Miss Côte-d'Or 2026
- "Happy hour" with DJ Set
- Concert by the group Collectif Métissé
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Fair from 10 AM to 7 PM: continued entertainment, exhibitors, and agricultural competition.
- Queen B show presented by Lydie Sow
Free admission and free entertainment on the Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé.
Highlights Journées Châtillonnaises 2026
- Large free fair of Châtillon expertise — June 6 and 7, 2026
- Over 120 exhibitors across 10,000 m² outdoors
- Brown Swiss cattle breed competition (~200 animals)
- Craft village with live demonstrations
- Free participatory workshops for families
- Temporary restaurant with 80 seats + children's area
Prices Journées Châtillonnaises 2026
Practical information — Journées Châtillonnaises
Practical information
Location: Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé, Châtillon-sur-Seine
Date: First weekend of June (Saturday and Sunday)
Price: Free admission, free activities
Catering: 20 restaurateurs and caterers on-site
Exhibitors: Over 120 exhibitors, 200 animals
Access: Châtillon-sur-Seine, north of Côte-d'Or, about 80 km from Dijon. Free parking.
Contact: Mairie de Châtillon-sur-Seine — Tel: 03 80 91 50 50
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Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé
Esplanade du Cours l'Abbé, 21400 Châtillon-sur-Seine, 21400 Châtillon-sur-Seine