Vignobles en Scène
Traveling festival of wine and shows in southern Ardèche
2026
About Vignobles en Scène
Vignobles en Scène — edition 2026
From Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, 2026, Vignobles en Scène takes over the estates and cellars of southern Ardèche. The opening banquet brings winemakers together in the Banne Castle stables, followed by three days of festivities in the vineyards: improv theater at Terra Noé, an Aretha Franklin tribute concert at Bournet, stand-up comedy at Le Colombier, and a DJ set and Savoyard banquet at Walbaum.
Wine and performance in southern Ardèche, October 15–18, 2026
From Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, 2026, southern Ardèche hosts a new edition of Vignobles en Scène, the national wine tourism event supported locally by Les Vins d'Ardèche. The festival takes over local wineries and heritage sites to bring wine, music, performing arts, and gastronomy together.
An opening banquet in the stables of the Château de Banne
The festivities begin on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the former stables of the Château de Banne in the Cévennes d'Ardèche: a convivial meal featuring local wines and regional products, with a view over the valley.
Four days of vineyard experiences
Throughout the weekend, wineries and local partners offer tastings and meet-the-winemaker sessions, estate tours, "Music & Vigne" concerts, performances, stand-up comedy, improv theater, gourmet experiences with local products, vineyard bike rides, heritage and landscape tours, and workshops on wine and winemaking. Some activities require reservations; the program is updated regularly by the organizer as new experiences are added.
A terroir to discover in autumn
Vignobles en Scène celebrates Ardèche wines amidst the autumn vines, just after the harvest—an invitation to (re)discover southern Ardèche through its gastronomy, heritage, and the people who make the wine.
Highlights Vignobles en Scène 2026
- Thursday 15th: Opening banquet in the Banne Castle stables
- Friday 16th: Musical afterwork at Château Rochecolombe, free Vitamine Impro Show at Terra Noé
- Saturday 17th: Lady Soul Project concert and dinner at Domaine de Bournet, stand-up comedy at Domaine du Colombier, VelOeno Castagnade at Walbaum
- Saturday 17th: Free DJ night at Domaine Les Amoureuses
- Sunday 18th: "The Mountains Take the Stage" banquet at Domaine Walbaum
Programme Vignobles en Scène 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2026
- From 7:00 PM — Opening Banquet · Banne Castle Stables (Banne). A meal featuring flavors from the Cévennes d'Ardèche, co-created by Stéphanie from La Maison Bleue and Sofian from L'Auberge de Planzolles, paired with local wines and a chance to meet the winemakers · 60 € per person
Friday, October 16, 2026
- 7:30 PM–Midnight — Autumn Gourmet Afterwork · Château Rochecolombe. Musical entertainment with Marco and Doran, wine tastings, savory boards from Le Clos des Oliviers, and sweet treats from Les Délices d'Anaïs · glass 3 € (non-refundable)
- 7:00 PM–11:00 PM — "Vitamine Impro Show", an improv comedy performance by Cie Les Excités (show starts at 8:30 PM) · Domaine Terra Noé · free admission · on-site dining with appetizer boards featuring local products
Saturday, October 17, 2026
- 2:00 PM–5:00 PM — VelOeno Castagnade · Domaine Walbaum. A 2-hour guided electric mountain bike ride, followed by a gourmet chestnut feast and wine tasting at the estate · 55 € per person, group and youth discounts available
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM — Autumn Harvest Evening · Domaine du Colombier. Estate tour (5 €), electric scooter rides (5 €), and wooden games starting at 5:00 PM; Le Camion (La Maison) food truck from 7:00 PM (free glass if you participated in an activity earlier); 8:30 PM stand-up comedy by Stand-Up 07 (8 €, reservation required)
- 6:30 PM–11:00 PM — The Vigneron en Scène Table · Domaine de Bournet. Aretha Franklin tribute concert by Lady Soul Project at 6:30 PM, followed by an aperitif and gourmet dinner (appetizer buffet and spit-roasted pig) with Otentic à la Ferme at 8:30 PM; tours and tastings throughout the evening · concert + aperitif 15 €, full evening 50 €
- 7:00 PM–11:00 PM — DJ Night with DJ Tomix · Domaine Les Amoureuses · free admission · estate wine bar and food truck
Sunday, October 18, 2026
- 12:00 PM–3:00 PM — "The Mountains Take the Stage" Banquet · Domaine Walbaum. A day with Savoyard flair featuring the L'Endryre restaurant from La Clusaz (pâté en croûte, diots, reblochon) paired with the estate's wines, plus a DJ set · 55 € per person
Program as published by the Gorges de l'Ardèche – Pont d'Arc Tourist Office on October 6, 2026. The organizer has announced additional events at other estates in southern Ardèche; these will be added as they are confirmed.
Prices Vignobles en Scène 2026
Practical information — Vignobles en Scène
Access
The festival is traveling and takes place in several vineyards and cellars in southern Ardèche: Ruoms, Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Bourg-Saint-Andéol, Grospierres, etc.
- By car: The various sites are accessible from Aubenas, Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, and Montélimar.
Prices
Prices vary depending on the events. Some activities are free, others are paid.
Contact
Website: gorges-ardeche-pontdarc.fr
Vignobles en Scène, when wine meets show in Ardèche
Vignobles en Scène is a national wine tourism event that takes place every autumn in southern Ardèche. Succeeding the "Fascinant Week-End", this traveling festival offers an original experience combining wine tastings and live performances in the region's vineyards and cellars.
Festive evenings in the vineyards
The festival takes over the vineyards and cellars of southern Ardèche to offer unique evenings combining concerts, stand-up comedy, improvisation, circus, and gourmet tastings. Each venue hosts a specific program, creating a festive journey through the Ardèche vineyards. The Chaix du Pont d'Arc in Ruoms, the Château Rochecolombe in Bourg-Saint-Andéol, and the Château de la Selve in Grospierres are among the emblematic sites of the festival.
An exceptional opening banquet
The 2025 edition was launched with an unusual banquet at the Grotte Chauvet 2, bringing together two Michelin-starred chefs from Ardèche, Richard Rocle and Guido Niño Torres, to celebrate local products accompanied by the region's great wines. This exceptional gastronomic moment illustrates the festival's desire to blend culinary culture and wine heritage.
Wine and gastronomic workshops
Beyond the shows, Vignobles en Scène offers wine workshops, cellar tours, food and wine pairings, and appetizer platters to share. These activities allow visitors to discover the richness of the Ardèche wine terroir in a friendly and educational setting. The festival highlights the AOC Côtes du Vivarais and other appellations of southern Ardèche.
A traveling event in October
Vignobles en Scène takes place over four days in October, with events spread across multiple estates and cellars in southern Ardèche. This traveling format invites visitors to explore the vineyards and discover the diversity of the region's terroirs and producers.
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Vignobles en Scène in brief
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