Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage

A festival of arts in the heart of a medieval bastide

Since 2020, the Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage has taken over the streets, squares, and "carrérots" of one of the most beautiful bastides in the Southwest of France every year. Founded in 1256 by Alphonse de Poitiers, brother of King Saint Louis, Monflanquin offers an exceptional heritage setting to host this unique artistic and cultural event in Lot-et-Garonne.

Ephemeral galleries throughout the village

The festival's concept is as simple as it is appealing: for an entire weekend, public buildings and homes of some residents of Monflanquin open their doors and transform into ephemeral art galleries. More than 50 artists present their creations in about thirty locations scattered throughout the heart of the bastide, offering visitors an artistic trail through the medieval alleys of the village.

A rich and multidisciplinary program

The festival is not limited to exhibiting works. It offers a diverse program combining visual arts, art crafts, and cultural activities, for a friendly and family-friendly weekend.

Exhibitions and sales of works

The pop-up galleries host a wide variety of artistic disciplines:

• Painting: oil, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media
• Sculpture and installations
• Art photography
• Ceramics and pottery
• Art crafts: jewelry, textiles, wood and metal work

All works are for sale, allowing visitors to leave with an original creation purchased directly from the artist.

Workshops and demonstrations

Practical workshops and classes are offered throughout the weekend, allowing both children and adults to learn about different artistic techniques. Artists share their know-how through live demonstrations, offering a privileged insight into their creative process.

Music and entertainment

Live music accompanies visitors as they wander through the streets of the bastide. Concerts and musical performances punctuate the festival, creating a festive and warm atmosphere. An opening reception takes place on Friday evening from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM in the permanent and ephemeral galleries of the village.

A festival open to all artists

One of the unique features of the Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage is its lack of a selection process. Any artist, professional or amateur, can participate as long as they produce and create their own works. A modest contribution is requested from exhibitors to cover communication costs (posters, flyers, signage, color program). This openness fosters artistic diversity and allows for unexpected discoveries.

Heritage and discovery of the bastide

The festival is also an opportunity to rediscover the architectural heritage of Monflanquin. By exploring the galleries, visitors discover the medieval arcades, half-timbered houses, squares, and secret passages of this royal bastide, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France. Built heritage and contemporary art thus enter into dialogue, offering a complete and immersive cultural experience.