Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage
Ephemeral galleries and heritage in the heart of the bastide
About Monflanquin Arts Festival
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.
Monflanquin Arts Festival — edition 2026
The 7th edition of the Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage will be held on June 13 and 14, 2026 in the medieval bastide of Monflanquin, preceded by a preview on the evening of Friday, June 12. More than 50 professional and amateur artists will take over public buildings and private homes to transform them into ephemeral galleries. On the program: painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, creative workshops, demonstrations, and live music. Free admission.
7th Edition on June 13 and 14, 2026
The Association Les Amis de Monflanquin, in collaboration with the Town Hall and GEM Arts Plastiques, is launching the 7th edition of the Monflanquin Festival of Arts and Heritage. For an entire weekend, public buildings and the homes of some Monflanquin residents will open their doors to the public and transform into ephemeral galleries, offering an exhibition and sale by artists from here and elsewhere.
Over 50 Artists Registered
For this 2026 edition, over 50 artists and artisans have confirmed their participation. Artist registrations for 2026 are now closed; the organization is actively preparing the festival. All artistic disciplines are represented: painting, engraving, photography, textiles, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, and art crafts.
Festival Format
The festival welcomes all creators, both professional and amateur, without a selection process — the only condition being to produce and create one's own works. Pop-up galleries are set up in homes and public buildings in the heart of the bastide, alongside local artisans, for a weekend of artistic activities. Workshops, classes, demonstrations, live music, and children's activities punctuate these two days in the streets and 'carrérots' of the village, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
Preview on Friday Evening
The official opening of the festival takes place on Friday, June 12, in the evening, from 6 PM to 8 PM, with a preview and an early viewing in the bastide's ephemeral galleries. The festival itself then runs on Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM, without interruption for lunch.
Heritage and Contemporary Art
As every year, the festival is also an opportunity to rediscover the exceptional architectural heritage of Monflanquin, a royal bastide founded in 1256. Heritage plays an important role in the life of the village and is the subject of activities and exhibitions throughout the weekend.
Highlights Monflanquin Arts Festival 2026
- 7th edition on June 13 and 14, 2026, preceded by a preview on the evening of Friday, June 12 (6 PM-8 PM)
- Over 50 confirmed artists and artisans: painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramists, jewelry designers, textile artists
- Ephemeral galleries set up in public buildings and private homes in the heart of the medieval bastide
- Creative workshops, live demonstrations, live music, and children's activities
- Free admission — direct exhibition-sale from the artists
- Exceptional setting of a royal bastide classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France
Prices Monflanquin Arts Festival 2026
Practical information — Monflanquin Arts Festival
Access to Monflanquin
By car: Monflanquin is located on the D676, approximately 45 km north of Agen and 15 km north of Villeneuve-sur-Lot. From Bordeaux, allow about 1h45 via the A62 motorway then the D676. Free parking is available around the village.
By train: The nearest train station is Villeneuve-sur-Lot (15 km), served from Agen and Bordeaux. Departmental bus services connect Villeneuve-sur-Lot to Monflanquin.
Festival Location
The festival takes place in the heart of Monflanquin village, in multiple locations spread throughout the bastide:
- Ephemeral galleries in public buildings and private homes open to the public
- Squares and streets of the bastide for outdoor entertainment
- Medieval arcades and narrow alleys for exhibitions and demonstrations
A map of the artistic route is distributed at the festival entrance and available for download on the website.
Hours
The festival opens its doors on Friday evening from 6 PM to 8 PM for a preview and opening reception. The ephemeral galleries are then accessible on Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM, without interruption for lunch.
Prices
Access to the festival is entirely free for visitors. Entry to galleries, exhibitions, and entertainment is free.
Dining
Monflanquin has several restaurants, cafés, and food shops in the village. Enjoy your visit to discover the gastronomic specialties of Lot-et-Garonne.
Accommodation
Numerous accommodation options are available in Monflanquin and the surrounding area: hotels, bed and breakfasts, gîtes, and campsites. Book in advance during the festival period.
Contact
Association Les Amis de Monflanquin
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +33 6 84 40 83 62
Website: www.artsmonflanquin.fr
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Bastide de Monflanquin