Les Fêtes d'Agen (Grand Pruneau Show)
Concerts, street art, gastronomy and entertainment in the heart of Agen around the prune
About Fêtes d'Agen
Les Fêtes d'Agen, formerly Grand Pruneau Show, is a popular festival created in 2005 that transforms the city center of Agen into a huge festive space on the last weekend before the start of the school year. For two days, the Place du Docteur Esquirol hosts concerts by national artists, while the pedestrian streets buzz with the rhythm of bandas, bodegas, street shows and free entertainment. The Boulevard du Pruneau d'Agen celebrates the famous local fruit with tastings and culinary demonstrations, making this event a must-see in Lot-et-Garonne.
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Les Fêtes d'Agen, the festive event of Lot-et-Garonne
Created in 2005 under the name of Grand Pruneau Show, Les Fêtes d'Agen has become one of the major events in the southwest of France. Every year, on the last weekend before the start of the school year, the city center of Agen is transformed into a gigantic festive space where music, gastronomy and entertainment combine to attract more than 60,000 visitors.
Concerts of national scope
The Place du Docteur Esquirol, at the foot of the town hall, is transformed into a large open-air stage hosting renowned artists. Previous editions have featured headliners from French chanson and the pop scene. In 2025, Pierre Garnier, Joseph Kamel, Eddy de Pretto and Santa set the Agenais public ablaze. The 2026 edition also promises an exceptional program with Matt Pokora, Louane, Jérémy Frérot and Yann Muller.
The Boulevard du Pruneau d'Agen
A true showcase of local produce, the Boulevard du Pruneau d'Agen highlights the emblematic fruit of the region. You will find a gourmet market of regional producers, free tastings of hot prunes and a Cook Show organized by the Bureau Interprofessionnel du Pruneau, with culinary demonstrations and recipes based on Agen prunes.
Free entertainment for everyone
The "Off" program of Les Fêtes d'Agen is entirely free and offers a multitude of activities:
- Le Boulevard des Pitchouns: space dedicated to children with games, creative workshops, shows and magic
- La Fabrique de Talents: introductions to dance, beatbox, radio and artistic demonstrations
- Le Village du Off: creative workshops and participatory activities
- Le Plateau Sportif: discovery of more than 60 sports disciplines
- La Bodega des Pompiers: festive atmosphere provided by the firefighters
- Concerts du Off: brass bands, bandas and DJ sets in the streets of the city center
Live shows and street arts
Throughout the festival, circus, street theater and comedy companies take over the squares and alleys of Agen to offer surprising and accessible shows for everyone. The famous Pruneau Parade, a festive and colorful parade on the theme of prunes, is one of the highlights of the event.
Fêtes d'Agen — edition 2026
2026 edition of Les Fêtes d'Agen with Matt Pokora, Louane, Jérémy Frérot and Yann Muller as headliners on the Place du Docteur Esquirol.
Les Fêtes d'Agen — 2026 Edition
Les Fêtes d'Agen return on August 28 and 29, 2026 for a new festive and gourmet edition in the heart of Agen.
Musical Lineup
- Friday, August 28: Yann Muller (8:30 PM) and Matt Pokora (10:00 PM)
- Saturday, August 29: Jérémy Frérot (8:30 PM) and Louane (10:30 PM)
Entertainment
As every year, a rich free Off program will accompany the concerts: street arts, Boulevard du Pruneau d'Agen, Boulevard des Pitchouns, Fabrique de Talents, and many other activities in the city center.
Highlights Fêtes d'Agen 2026
- Matt Pokora and Yann Muller on Friday, August 28
- Louane and Jérémy Frérot on Saturday, August 29
- Free entertainment throughout the city center
Prices Fêtes d'Agen 2026
Practical information — Fêtes d'Agen
Access to the festival
Les Fêtes d'Agen take place in the city center of Agen, mainly on the Place du Docteur Esquirol (in front of the town hall). Two entrance points for the concert area: Rue de Cessac (behind the town hall) and Rue Moncorny (between the theater and the annex town hall).
By car
A62 motorway, exit 7. Agen is about 1h30 from Bordeaux (130 km) and Toulouse (115 km). Parking is available near the city center.
By train
The Agen SNCF station is located in the city center, a few minutes' walk from the festival. Direct connections from Bordeaux and Toulouse (approx. 1h), Paris (approx. 4h by TGV).
Opening hours
Concert area doors open at 7:00 PM. DJ and opening act at 7:30 PM. Breaks of 20 to 30 minutes between concerts. Ticket sales on site from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Free entertainment takes place during the day in the city center.
Prices
Concerts on the Place du Docteur Esquirol are ticketed:
- 2-day pass: €69
- Day tickets: available on the online ticketing service
- Children under 6 years old: free (ticket required)
All Off entertainment (Boulevard des Pitchouns, Fabrique de Talents, Village du Off, Plateau Sportif, street concerts) is completely free.
Ticketing
Online ticketing at fetesdagen.fr and on site on the day of the event (from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM).
Food and drink
Food and drink stalls are set up on the Place du Docteur Esquirol. Restaurants and bars in the city center remain open. It is not possible to bring outside food into the concert area.
Practical information
- Empty water bottles allowed, water fountains available on site
- Free cloakrooms: Rue Moncorny and Rue de Cessac
- Dry toilets on site
- Payment: cash and credit card
- PMR accessibility: dedicated platform with limited places, contact the organization after purchasing a ticket
Prohibited items
The following are prohibited within the festival grounds: weapons, sharp objects, umbrellas, bicycles, scooters, folding chairs, professional cameras, and dogs.
Contact
Phone: 05 53 69 47 47
Official website: fetesdagen.fr
Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Fêtes d'Agen
Place du Docteur Esquirol
Place du Docteur Esquirol, 47000 Agen