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Épernay Events 2026 - La Pétalerie

Épernay Events 2026

Events & highlights season by season

From March to May, the Champagne region gently awakens. The vines turn green, the landscapes become luminous and temperatures are perfect for strolling. The ideal season to discover the Avenue de Champagne at a relaxed pace and enjoy the first outdoor terraces.
March 3 events
Courts en Champagne Film Festival
20 – 22 March 2026

Short films, director meet-and-greets and discussions in the villages around Épernay.

Culture
Concerts at Le Millesium
March 2026

Rock Symphony Orchestra (7th), World of Queen (21st), Dany Boon (22nd), Ibrahim Maalouf (28th).

Show
Les Apéros de la Halle
Friday 27 March · 6 – 8 PM

Champagne tastings, local produce and live music at the Halle Saint-Thibault.

Tasting
April 2 events
Comic Book Festival in Hautvillers
11 – 12 April 2026

Signings, workshops and author meet-and-greets in Dom Pérignon's village.

Family
Printemps des Loupiots
13 – 17 April 2026

Theatre, storytelling and creative workshops for children at the Champagne Wine Museum.

Family
May 5 events
La Balade qui pétille
2 – 3 May 2026 · Grauves

A guided walk through the vineyards with local Champagne tastings.

Tasting
European Night of Museums
17 or 23 May 2026

The Champagne Wine Museum opens at night: tours, concerts, champagne bar. Free entry.

Culture
Vign'Art — Land Art Festival
22 May – 27 Sept. 2026

7th edition. Contemporary art in the vineyards. Free access.

Culture
Rencontres Vigneronnes
22 – 24 May 2026 · Monthelon

Open doors at local winemakers: tastings and exchanges.

Tasting
Independent Winemakers' Picnic
23 – 25 May 2026 · Whitsun weekend

Tastings and friendly vineyard walks in the heart of the Champagne region.

Tasting

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From June to August, Épernay shines. Long sunny days, lively terraces, cycling through the vineyards… The ideal summer to experience the Champagne art of living.
June 3 events
Champ'Man Triathlon
13 – 14 June 2026

Swimming, cycling and running through Épernay's stunning landscapes.

Sport
Fête de la Musique
Saturday 21 June 2026

Street concerts and local artists performing across the city.

Festive
Messmer — Le Millesium
June 2026

The famous hypnotist performs live in Épernay.

Show
July 4 events
Défil'Mania
Saturday 11 July 2026

A colourful parade of motorbikes, quads and sidecars through Épernay and the vineyards.

Festive
La Soirée Blanche
Around 14 July (to be confirmed)

An elegant all-white picnic on the pedestrianised Avenue de Champagne under the stars.

Festive
Funfair
July · Square Raoul-Chandon

Rides and summer entertainment for all ages.

Family
Voi(x)là l'été !
July – August 2026

Concerts, street performances and storytelling across various city venues.

Culture
August 2 events
Route du Champagne en Fête
1 – 2 August 2026 · Côte des Bar

Champagne's biggest wine tourism event. Open cellars across 10 villages.

Tasting
Vign'Art (ongoing)
Until 27 Sept. 2026

Land art in the vineyards. Free access.

Culture

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From September to November, the Champagne region is spectacular. Harvest season, golden vines, stunning light… A truly privileged, authentic and visually magical experience.
September 3 events
Champagne Harvest
Mid-September 2026

Hand-picking in the hillside vineyards. A fascinating spectacle to watch from the footpaths.

Vineyard
European Heritage Days
19 – 20 September 2026

Guided tours and exclusive access to usually closed heritage sites.

Culture
Vign'Art closing
27 September 2026

Last days of the land art festival in the vineyards.

Culture
October 3 events
Vignoble en Scène
15 – 18 October 2026

Tastings, sensory trails and artistic performances in the vineyard.

Culture
Champagne Day
23 October 2026

World Champagne Day. Special tastings and events in the cellars.

Tasting
Épernay Rally
31 Oct. – 1 Nov. 2026

Motor rally through the villages and hillsides of the vineyard.

Sport

Enjoy the golden colours of a Champagne autumn

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From December to February, Épernay reveals an enchanting side. Cosy atmosphere, champagne, sparkling lights… And the most magical event of the year: Habits de Lumière.
December 1 event
Habits de Lumière
11 – 13 December 2026

Épernay's iconic event. Spectacular illuminations on the Avenue de Champagne, shows, tastings, gourmet festival, fireworks. 80,000 to 100,000 visitors. Book early.

Must-see
January 1 event
Les Apéros de la Halle
Last Friday of January · 6 – 8 PM

Local champagnes, regional produce and live music at the Halle Saint-Thibault.

Tasting
February 4 events
Indochine — Arena Tour
6 – 7 February 2026 · Le Millesium

Two exceptional nights from the legendary French band.

Show
Épernay Mon Amour
9 – 15 February 2026

A Champagne Valentine's: tastings, romantic dinners, candlelit cellar visits.

Tasting
Vintage & Retrogaming Festival
13 – 15 February 2026 · Le Millesium

Vintage furniture, décor, toys and video games. Entry €4, free under 18.

Family
Les Apéros de la Halle
Friday 27 February · 6 – 8 PM

Champagne, local produce and live music at the Halle Saint-Thibault.

Tasting

For Habits de Lumière or a cosy winter weekend…

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