La Pescalune
Féria/tradition in Lunel, Hérault
About La Pescalune
La Pescalune in Lunel
La Pescalune is an unmissable event in the cultural life of Lunel and the Hérault department, in Occitanie. Since its creation in 1882, this event has established itself as a benchmark for féria/tradition, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year.
Presentation
Grand popular and taurine festival of Lunel in July with abrivados, Camarguais races, concerts and local market.
An event rooted in its territory
Located in the heart of Lunel, La Pescalune takes advantage of the exceptional setting of the town and its heritage. The event fully participates in the tourist attractiveness of the Hérault department and promotes the cultural, natural and human riches of the Occitanie region. The Hérault department, bathed by the Mediterranean and crossed by varied landscapes from the coast to the Larzac, offers an ideal setting for hosting quality cultural events.
Program and activities
Each edition of La Pescalune offers a varied program combining féria/tradition and conviviality. Visitors can enjoy multiple activities, discoveries and moments of sharing that make this event so rich. The complete program is communicated each year on the official channels of the event.
A convivial event
La Pescalune is above all a moment of sharing and conviviality. Whether you are an informed enthusiast or simply curious, everyone will find something to satisfy their curiosity and have a pleasant time in Lunel. The warm welcome from the organizers and volunteers makes each edition a memorable souvenir.
La Pescalune — edition 2026
La Pescalune 2026, a grand votive festival and feria in Lunel, takes place from July 11 to 19, 2026, in Hérault. Eight days of festivities centered around Camargue traditions, bullfighting passion, and the Lunel way of life, with abrivados, Camargue races, corridas, free shows, and concerts.
La Pescalune 2026 — 8 Days of Celebration in Lunel
La Pescalune, Lunel's emblematic festival, returns from July 11 to 19, 2026, for eight days celebrating Camargue traditions, bullfighting passion, and the Lunel way of life. The event combines bull games, Camargue races, corridas, free shows, and friendly entertainment at the Espace des Arènes Francis San Juan.
Opening Weekend (July 11-12)
The festival opens on the weekend of July 11 and 12 with the equestrian show La Cavalerie Enchantée and an American rodeo, the unmissable toro-mousse and toro-piscine organized with the Jeunesse Lunelloise, as well as a free concert on July 12 (Christophe Michel).
Feria des Arènes (July 14-19)
The new Feria des Arènes then enlivens the heart of the festival with abrivados, bandidos, 'courses au plan' (bull runs), and the traditional release of bulls and horses. Several themed days punctuate the week: the Journée des Péquelets, the Journée du Terroir, and the Journée à l'Ancienne.
Bullfighting Highlights
On the arena program: the Trophée des Gardians (July 15), several Camargue races including the Trophée du Muscat and a tribute to Manade Laurent, the Grand Portuguese Corrida without killing (July 16), a Mixed Corrida (July 17), and the Bolsin, a competition for young bullfighters (July 16-17).
July 14
Bastille Day is celebrated in Lunel with an official ceremony, torchlight procession, fireworks, and the firefighters' ball.
Artistic Festivities
Throughout the festival, numerous free shows are offered: open-air cinema, amateur theater (Festi'Lune), flamenco, magic, cabaret, as well as dancing orchestras and lively Thursday evening terraces.
Programme La Pescalune 2026
Opening Weekend — July 11 and 12, 2026
- Equestrian show La Cavalerie Enchantée and American rodeo
- Toro-mousse and toro-piscine (July 12-13 at 10 PM) — with Jeunesse Lunelloise
- Free concert on July 12 — Christophe Michel
Feria des Arènes — July 14 to 19, 2026
- Abrivados, bandidos, 'courses au plan' (bull runs), release of bulls and horses
- Themed days: Journée des Péquelets, Journée du Terroir, Journée à l'Ancienne
Bullfighting Highlights at the Arenas
- July 14 — ceremony, torchlight procession, fireworks, and firefighters' ball
- July 15 at 10 PM — Trophée des Gardians
- From July 10 to 15 at 5 PM — four Camargue races, including the Trophée du Muscat and a tribute to Manade Laurent
- July 16 at 10 PM — Grand Portuguese Corrida (without killing)
- July 16 and 17 at 11 AM — Bolsin, competition for young bullfighters
- July 17 at 6 PM — Mixed Corrida
Free Shows and Concerts
- Open-air cinema, amateur theater (Festi'Lune), flamenco, magic, cabaret
- Dancing orchestras on July 15 and 16
- Lively Thursday evening terraces
Highlights La Pescalune 2026
- 145th edition
- In Lunel, Hérault
Prices La Pescalune 2026
Practical information — La Pescalune
Practical Information
Location
Lunel (34400), Hérault.
Access
Travel to Lunel by road. Parking available on the outskirts of the event site. Consult official information for access details.
Prices
Free entry.
Contact
For more information, consult the official website of the event or contact the town hall of Lunel.
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Where does it take place — La Pescalune
Espace des Arènes Francis San Juan
Lunel, 34400 Lunel