The big summer events on the Bassin in Arcachon!
Don't miss out the unmissable events of the summer on the Bassin:
JUNE :
From June 27 to 29: Regarde! Festival – Ares
This young festival has established itself as a must-see of the cultural season with breathtaking outdoor shows! 3 days during which the public space in Arès tends to sublimate, invite reverie and bring people together.
More informations : https://tvba.fr/ouvrez-grand-les-yeux-le-festival-regarde-bientot-de-retour/

XXX: White Night – La Teste de Buch
The event that launches the La Teste de Buch summer season! On the program: a musical evening, all in white around Lake Cazaux!
More informations : https://tvba.fr/la-teste-de-buch-annonce-le-retour-de-la-soiree-blanche-et-des-feux-dartifice/
Looking back at last year’s pictures:
JULY :
From June 19 to July 19: Musical Escapades – Traveling Concerts
The Festival celebrates its 16th anniversary this year. For five weeks, the greatest international artists will delight an audience of both discerning music lovers and curious spectators, who come with their families to discover the wonders of classical music on this journey along the Leyre River and around the Arcachon Bassin.
More informations : https://www.lesescapadesmusicales.com/
July 3, 17 and 31: Gourmet Markets – Arès
Several times during the summer, Arès plays the conviviality card during the gourmet markets to the delight of Arès residents and vacationers. Widely popular, these evenings are renowned for being friendly and festive, since an artist is always present to make people sing, dance and add some atmosphere.
More informations : https://www.ares-tourisme.com/les-marches
Fridays July 4 to 25: Les Lantonnales – Lanton
Well established in the cultural landscape of the town, the “Les Lantonnales” Festival puts classical music in the spotlight, through an invitation to travel. Entrance is free and free.
More informations : https://www.mairie-lanton.fr/les-lantonnales/
From July 4 to 5: The Musical Scenes – La Teste de Buch
For the second year, the event will host the African Vibes Festival at the Cravey Theatre, featuring numerous concerts. An outdoor village will also be offered, featuring food, refreshments, and concerts.
More informations : https://www.latestedebuch.fr/actualites/african-vibes-festival/
July 5: 6 p.m. sailing – Arcachon
Since 1969, every year in July, the Arcachon Sailing Circle organizes the unmissable 6 p.m. sailing event in Arcachon. On the starting line, nearly a hundred boats are lined up, ready to do battle during 18 hours of non-stop regatta.
More informations : https://www.arcachon.com/tourisme/je-decouvre/prendre-son-temps/les-18h-a-la-voile-darcachon/
From July 5 to 6: Bee Out Festival – Mios
Urban art practices are in the spotlight at this unmissable event at the start of the summer season.
The Youth Center, the DITEP (District and Regional Education and Training Center), and the Town Hall's cultural department are putting together a program for all the area's teenagers: sports, cultural activities, discoveries, and shows. Nothing will be missing to make this day unforgettable!
Sunday afternoon, meet at the Mios Line in Lacanau de Mios for the now traditional skate contest!
From July 5 to 11: Cap Ferret Music Festival – Lège-Cap Ferret
Cap Ferret hosts the Cap Ferret Music Festival. Dedicated to classical music, this annual cultural and musical event which has become cult, offers its visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in a world of virtuosity within an idyllic setting.
More informations : https://www.capferretmusicfestival.com/

From July 12 to 14: Audenge has its festival
“Audenge fait son festival” returns for its second edition, with three days of concerts in an atypical, life-size setting. Free concerts, dance shows, food trucks and many other activities to discover in the public park.
More informations : https://www.ville-audenge.fr/audenge-fait-son-festival/

From July 12 to 14: Betey Festival – Andernos
A festive event with concerts and food at the port of Bétey!
A great opportunity to get together and enjoy music while savoring delicious specialties.
Organized by the Spanish Twinning Committee Andernos Segorbe.
More informations : https://www.andernos-tourisme.fr/fiche-sit/fmaaqu033v512pn0/
From July 12 to 14: Music'O Teich – Le Teich
3 days of concerts in a family and rural atmosphere at the Marina, this is the unrivaled recipe of the Music O'Teich festival. Free concerts, fireworks.
More informations : https://leteich.fr/agenda/musico-teich/
From July 18 to 20: Andernos les Bains Oyster Festival
The oyster festival on the oyster port, an unmissable event!
Tastings of oysters, sausages, sardines, mussels, fries and desserts, offered by the oyster festival committee.
More informations : https://www.andernos-tourisme.fr
From July 25 to 27: Andernos Jazz Festival
Three days of jazz, featuring free outdoor concerts, daytime and evening. The 52nd edition of this legendary festival, dedicated to the richness of music and the diversity of musicians from the regional and international scene, is sure to be experienced to the fullest on the Esplanade de la Jetée, Bétey Beach, Place du 14 Juillet, or the Louis David Gardens.
More info : https://www.andernos-jazz-festival.fr

July 20: Open-air opera – Gujan Mestras
Your appointment with opera to discover or rediscover famous opera standards in the open air, with your family. A free show, unmissable since 2009!
More informations : https://ville-gujanmestras.fr/evenements/opera-en-plein-air/
From July 25 to 27: Mios in celebration
The Mios festival with its pop-rock overtones is back for its 12th edition. In 2025, the Mios festival will also celebrate its 30th anniversary. During these three days, 10 concerts are scheduled, as well as a night market with more than 50 exhibitors and a catering area. The festival will close with a traditional fireworks display at 11:30 p.m.
More informations : https://tvba.fr/actu-concert-mios-en-fete-ete-2025/
From July 25 to 27: Grand Summer Concert – Arcachon
These grand open-air evenings—in the heart of the Arcachon Velodrome—set the rhythm of summer for locals and vacationers alike, who embark with a one-way ticket for four exceptional concerts. A true multi-generational journey, these unique concerts bring people together around a common, unifying language: music. Artists featured this year include: Zaho de Sagazan on July 24, Soprano on July 25, Mosimann, Bon Entendeur, Etienne de Crécy, and Breakbot & Irfane, and Solann & Sofiane Pamart on July 27.
More informations : https://www.grandsconcerts-arcachon.fr/
From July 31 to August 3: La Teste de Buch Port Festival
For 4 days, the port is transformed and hosts a funfair, a performance stage or even a huge restaurant!
Every evening guaranteed entertainment throughout the party with numerous concerts and entertainment.
More informations : https://tvba.fr/fetes-du-port-le-concours-daffiches-est-de-retour/
AUGUST :
Fridays August 1 and 22: Les Lantonnales – Lanton
Well established in the cultural landscape of the town, the “Les Lantonnales” Festival puts classical music in the spotlight, through an invitation to travel. Entrance is free and free.
More informations : https://www.mairie-lanton.fr/les-lantonnales/
From August 1st to 3rd: Peninsula Festival – Lège-Cap Ferret
This great festival, where the oyster is Queen, traditionally takes place on the first weekend of August in Claouey, Place Bertic, opposite the Bassin. It takes place over 3 days, with the participation of the Lège-Cap Ferret Handball and Judo clubs, the Boule Ferret-Capienne, the Amicale des bénévoles de la Presqu'île and the SNSM.
More informations : https://www.ville-lege-capferret.fr/
From August 2 to 3: Rural Festival – Biganos
Head to Lecoq Park, the green lung of Biganos, for this festival celebrating the agricultural world and wood. The program includes an exhibition of vintage tools, a mobile farm, a craft market, a woodworking workshop, combine harvester demonstrations, and numerous activities centered around agriculture, nature, and artisanal skills.

August 5 and 26: Monday impromptu – Gujan Mestras
Enjoy aperitifs with music! Discover three venues hosting three simultaneous concerts in the early evening in various parts of the city. Meet at Place de la Claire, Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, and Plage de la Hume.
More informations : https://www.gujanmestras.com/
From August 7 to 10: Gujan Mestras in Celebration
Family outing. Every year in August, the city transforms into a lively place with music, bodegas and restaurants, bandas, thrill rides for young and old, all in the enchanting setting of Lac de la Magdeleine.
More informations : https://www.gujanmestras.com/agenda/gujan-mestras-en-fetes

From August 14 to 15: Arcachon Sea Festivals
For two days, Bassin lovers come together to celebrate the sea with activities, traditions and religious celebrations. You can participate with family or friends in the giant picnic on the Seafront, attend the nautical parade... Don't forget your yellow scarf!
More informations : https://www.arcachon.com/tourisme/je-bouge/culture-et-evenements/les-grands-evenements/

From August 14 to 17: Arès Oyster Festival
The town of Arès is proud to announce the celebration of the 51st edition of the famous Oyster Festival which will take place from August 15 to 18, 2024 on the Esplanade Georges Dartiguelongue. This event, organized in collaboration between the Arès Town Hall and the Arès Festival Committee, promises to be an unforgettable taste, cultural and festive experience for all visitors.
More informations : https://ville-ares.fr
August 14, 21 and 28: Larros Thursdays – Gujan Mestras
Since 2006 at the Port de Larros, a place with an authentic character full of history and passion, find evenings offering music, theater, dance, open-air cinema and contemporary circus. These meetings take place every Thursday evening in July and August.
More informations : https://www.gujanmestras.com/
From August 14 to 17: Sea Festival – Lège-Cap Ferret
The village of Canon comes alive from August 14th to 17th with four days of festivities filled with music, conviviality, and entertainment for everyone! Between concerts, DJ sets, a funfair, food, and a banda atmosphere, everything is in place to make your summer evenings rock.
More informations : https://www.ville-lege-capferret.fr/agenda/fete-de-la-mer/
From August 15 to 17: Sardinades – Andernos
Sardine tasting accompanied by musical entertainment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere at the Port du Bétey!
Over 3 days with tasting: sardines, shrimps, squid fritters, sausages, pancakes and ice cream.
Musical entertainment with the Tontons Swingers from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Fashion Music from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
More informations : https://www.andernos-tourisme.fr/fiche-sit/fmaaqu033v50qlf6/
From August 22 to 23: Be(e) Holiday Festival – Mios
Programming to come!
More informations : https://www.villemios.fr/festival-de-jazz-bee-holiday-23et24aout/
From August 22 to 24: Grass Festival – Lège-Cap Ferret
A summer atmosphere is guaranteed at the Village de l'Herbe for a festive and popular weekend to enjoy with family or friends!
More informations : https://www.lege-capferret.com/tempsfort/fete-de-lherbe/
From August 23 to 25: Summer Festival – Marcheprime
Concerts, garage sales, entertainment… find Marcheprime’s traditional summer festivals!
More informations : https://www.marcheprime-evenements.fr/
August 28: Gourmet Markets – Arès
Several times during the summer, Arès plays the conviviality card during the gourmet markets to the delight of Arès residents and vacationers. Widely popular, these evenings are renowned for being friendly and festive, since an artist is always present to make people sing, dance and add some atmosphere.
More informations : https://www.ares-tourisme.com/les-marches