Illustrative photo Dunkirk Carnival 2027 – Bandes, Herring Throw & Visitor Guide
Dunkirk Carnival 2027 runs from 10 January to 21 March, with Les Trois Joyeuses peaking around Mardi Gras on 9 February. Join massive free street processions, the legendary herring throw from the town hall balcony, and weeks of celebrations across the city.
Illustrative photo Maison & Objet Paris January 2027 – Premier Edition for Interior Design & Luxury
Maison & Objet Premier takes place from 14 to 18 January 2027 at Paris Nord Villepinte. The first major design event of the year brings together over 67,000 trade professionals and 2,300 brands across furniture, luxury interiors and craftsmanship. Trade professionals only.
Illustrative photo Carnaval de Limoux 2027 – The World's Longest Carnival | Program & Guide
The Carnaval de Limoux is the world's longest carnival, running free of charge from mid-January to late March 2027. Every weekend and on Mardi Gras, 32 bands perform three times daily on Place de la République, keeping alive a tradition stretching back over 400 years.
Illustrative photo Snowattack Les Deux Alpes, France 2027
Snowattack International runs from 16 to 23 January 2027 in Les Deux Alpes. 2026 was 17–24 January and sold out. Packs from about 239 euros on snowattack.com.
Illustrative photo Mountain Shaker Tignes, France 2027: Dates, Program, Tickets
Mountain Shaker Tignes 2027 runs 17-22 January. Freestyle, Big Air, free concerts. Ski pass extra. Sixth edition, first time in January.
Illustrative photo La Folle Journée Nantes 2027 – Beethoven Galaxy Music Festival
La Folle Journée 2027 in Nantes (27–31 January) gives five days to the Beethoven Galaxy: short, affordable classical concerts directed by Vanessa Wagner. Cité des Congrès remains the hub, joined by Graslin, Lieu unique and other city stages while the grand auditorium is closed. Tickets go on sale 5 December 2026 at follejournee.fr.
Illustrative photo Don Giovanni – Opéra Bastille Paris 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Opéra Bastille in Paris stages a spectacular new production of Mozart's Don Giovanni from 28 January to 24 June 2027, directed by Louisa Proske. With world-class artists including Peter Mattei and Davide Luciano in the title role, this is one of the defining operatic events of the 2026/2027 season. Tickets from €151.
Illustrative photo Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Nice Carnival 2027 runs from 9 to 28 February under the theme "Vive l'Amour". Experience giant floats, spectacular flower battles and dazzling illuminated night parades at Place Masséna and the Promenade des Anglais. Tribune tickets from around €23.
Illustrative photo Nice Carnival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
From 9 to 28 February 2027, Nice hosts its legendary carnival under the theme "Vive l'Amour" with giant floats, illuminated night parades and the iconic flower battle on the Promenade des Anglais. Over 420,000 visitors attended in 2026. Tickets from free with a costume.
Illustrative photo Menton Lemon Festival 2027 – Fête du Citron, Program & Visitor Guide
From 13 February to 1 March 2027, Menton hosts the 93rd Fête du Citron. More than 120 tonnes of citrus fruit are transformed into giant sculptures and parade floats attracting over 250,000 visitors to the French Riviera. Corso tickets from €16.
Illustrative photo Fête du Citron Menton 2027: Giant Citrus Sculptures on the French Riviera
The Fête du Citron 2027 takes place from February 13 to 28 in Menton on the French Riviera. Giant sculptures made of lemons and oranges together with festive parades draw over 250,000 visitors each year, just a short distance from the Italian border.
Illustrative photo Corso Fleuri Bormes les Mimosas 2027: The Flower Parade of Provence
The Corso Fleuri 2027 brings the long running flower parade back to Bormes les Mimosas on the Côte d'Azur. The parade takes place on 20 and 21 February 2027.