Unmissable events

Every year, during the Easter weekend, the medieval town of Mirepoix lives to the rhythm of Jazz and Swing under the covered market. Strolling musicians, swing dancers and big bands take to the stage over 4 days to get you swinging! The Place des couverts, with its refreshment stalls and craft market, is also the place to be in fine weather. In the evenings, 4 major shows are also on the program under the Halle, with exceptional, top-quality offerings! Don’t forget to book your tickets!

The Place des couverts in the medieval town of Mirepoix fills up with all the colors of spring every year on May 8th. Various flower and plant producers from all over the region set up shop in the covered market and square to showcase and sell their creations. Don’t hesitate to come and stock up to brighten up your garden.

They need no introduction! Professional antique and second-hand dealers will be exhibiting over the 3 days of the Whitsun weekend. Rendezvous for bargain hunters and finders of rare, original and antique items on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Rendezvous for collectors of old papers, stamps, coins, books, records, postcards and objects on Sunday and Monday. A stroll around the square and under the covered market is a must, just for the pleasure of your eyes. A great weekend ahead!

In 1979, under the impetus of Paul Dardier, the merchants’ association organized the first edition of Mirepoix’s “Fêtes Historiques”. For over 40 years, on the third weekend in July, the medieval bastide has gone back in time to bring its past and history to life. Today, the Fêtes have been taken over by the MAMET association (Mirepoix Animation Mémoire et Tradition), with volunteers and professionals offering the public events, lectures, parades, shows, a craftsmen’s market… In addition to enlivening the village, the aim of the historical festivities is to draw attention to and raise awareness of Mirepoix’s heritage in a festive way, especially with the big costume parade on Sunday afternoon.

Lavelanet takes its name from the word “Avellana” (“hazelnut” in Latin) given by the Romans to the many hazelnut trees found in the area. The idea of organizing a hazelnut festival many centuries later was born. The festival takes place at the Espace André Roudière and at the foirail, on the boulodrome, on the last weekend of September. Local producers and creative craftsmen are given pride of place at this major event. Over the 2 days, musical entertainment, a world-class hazelnut spitting competition, a majorette parade and a large gourmet market are all on offer.

Since 1997, on the 3rd weekend of October, the Mirepoix en Avant association has been inviting you to the heart of the city of Mirepoix to see its famous apple-clad structures, illustrating a theme in tune with the times. The medieval bastide will be abuzz with activity for 2 days! Apple-pressing demonstrations to supply the association’s refreshment bar, farmers’ market and craft market (jewelry, natural cosmetics) are held in the town, decorated with fruit from the various surrounding orchards. Roasted chestnuts, pies, tarts, croustades and spit-roasted cakes baked on the premises, plus a host of other surprises and events, make for a festive, gourmet autumn weekend!

As the saying goes, every tree takes root on Saint Catherine’s Day! November 11th is the time for everyone to choose trees, shrubs and plants, advised by our region’s top nurserymen and their expertise. Mirepoix’s covered market and covered market hall provide the perfect setting for antique and second-hand dealers! It’s sure to be a great autumn day!