Journées des Mariolles
Festival of Bigourdan traditions and folklore in Campan
About Journées des Mariolles
The Bigourdan Folklore Gathering
The Journées des Mariolles is the major annual gathering for folklore and popular traditions in the Campan valley. Since 1991, this festive event has brought together residents, visitors, and folk groups from around the world for three days in the village of Campan, at the foot of the Tourmalet pass.
Les Pastourelles de Campan, Guardians of Folklore
At the heart of the event, Les Pastourelles de Campan, a company of arts and popular traditions representing the folklore of Haute-Bigorre, perpetuate the traditional songs, dances, and costumes of the valley. They are accompanied by Eras Pastorèlas Chòias and welcome international folk groups for colorful performances.
Mounaques, Inductions, and Festivities
The village of Campan is adorned for the occasion with its famous mounaques, these life-sized rag dolls that decorate facades and streets, creating a picturesque and endearing setting. The Confrérie des Mariolles inducts a personality each year recognized for their commitment to community life or the development of the valley.
A Rich Three-Day Program
The Journées des Mariolles program includes an artisan market, demonstrations of traditional know-how, concerts, an international folk show on Sunday afternoon, and a rally game to discover the village of mounaques.
Journées des Mariolles — edition 2026
The Journées des Mariolles 2026 will be held from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the Halles de Campan, in the Campan valley (Hautes-Pyrénées). Three days of Bigourdan folklore and popular traditions animated by Les Pastourelles de Campan: festive parades, traditional balls, singing, dancing, and music workshops, and a show by popular arts and traditions groups on Sunday.
The 34th Journées des Mariolles
The 2026 edition of the Journées des Mariolles will take place from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the Halles de Campan (65710), at the foot of the Col du Tourmalet. True to the spirit of the festival since 1991, the program blends traditional music and dances from Haute-Bigorre, parades through the village adorned with its famous mounaques, and convivial moments animated by Les Pastourelles de Campan and the Association des Mariolles.
Entry and parades are free; a refreshment stand and light catering are available on site. Workshop and meal prices will be posted online by the organizer. Reservations recommended for meals.
Programme Journées des Mariolles 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
- From 6 PM: festive and free parade with the Galactic Aulhèrs and Les Pastourelles de Campan
- Traditional ball with Dus au Casau and La Talvera
Saturday, July 11, 2026
- 10 AM – 12:30 PM: singing workshop with Aélis Lodo
- 1 PM – 3:30 PM: sauts workshop with Kilhan Corron
- 3:30 PM – 6 PM: ensemble music workshop with Martin Lassouque
- 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: traditional dance initiations (free)
- From 8 PM: traditional ball with La Daròna, Salvatjonas, and Trencadit
Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Show by popular arts and traditions groups, induction of the Confrérie des Mariolles, and craft market
Highlights Journées des Mariolles 2026
To remember for 2026
- Dates: July 10-12, 2026
- International folk performances
- Village of mounaques
- Induction into the Confrérie des Mariolles
Practical information — Journées des Mariolles
Practical Information
Location
Les Halles, village of Campan, 14 rue du Général Leclerc, 65710 Campan.
Period
Second weekend of July, over three days (Friday-Saturday-Sunday).
Prices
Entry and strolls are free. Refreshment stand and light catering on site. Prices for workshops and meals are posted online by the organizer; reservation recommended.
Access
- By car: Campan is located 20 km south of Tarbes via the D935, at the foot of the Col du Tourmalet. Free parking.
- By train: Tarbes SNCF station, then connection by bus or car.
Contact
- Association des Mariolles: [email protected] — 06 89 31 91 57 (Brigitte Bascaules)
- Les Pastourelles de Campan: www.lespastourellesdecampan.com
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Village de Campan
Village de Campan, 65710 Campan