Cevennes fair returns with local foods and activities

The Cevennes Apple and Sweet Onion Fair returns on Sunday 18 October in Le Vigan, offering a range of products including pumpkins, potatoes, local cheese, mushrooms, artisanal beers, and more. The event runs from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm with 120 exhibitors, artisans, and producers.

Event includes food tastings and family activities

Activities include culinary tastings, musical entertainment, catering, and awareness workshops on food issues. The fair also features spaces for children with rides, giant wooden games, a mini farm, and a mini market for children.

Free access and convenience for visitors

Free entrance is available, with on-site catering, free parking, and shuttles from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm from several locations. Information is available at 04 99 54 27 00.

Wine and music festival in Nîmes

In Nîmes, the Live Wine in Music Festival, POP !, takes place on 18 and 19 October at Paloma. The event includes tastings, concerts, and a meeting dedicated to grape varieties.

Festival schedule and admission details

On Sunday 18 October, the salon opens at 11 am with a tasting initiation workshop at 11:30 am. Invited chefs cook on site from noon, with DJ sets and performances starting at 1:00 pm. Tastings end at 6:30 pm, followed by a karaoke session and live music performances. Admission fees and program details are available at paloma-nimes.fr and HelloAsso.

Chestnut festival supports cancer awareness

In Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge, the chestnut festival is held on Saturday 17 October from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, featuring grilled chestnuts, intergenerational Olympiads, train rides, a producers' market, and a painting exhibition. The event supports the fight against breast and prostate cancers by encouraging participants to dress in pink and blue.

Cevennes meal and event details

A Cevennes meal is available on reservation, with a menu including boar stew, salad, pélardon, chocolate-chestnut cake, and coffee. Information is available at 06 85 31 41 94.

Medieval festival returns in Uzès

The Medieval Days return for the 9th edition in Uzès on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October, featuring shows, animations, and a reconstructed medieval village. Activities include hawk flights, jousts, axe throwing, and workshops.

Free event with contact details

The event is free, with information available at 06 12 12 23 43 or lesdynamiquesduzes@gmail.com.

Discovery Rally of the 3 Crus

The Discovery Rally of the 3 Crus takes place on Saturday 17 October, with teams visiting vineyards and solving riddles about three appellations. The event includes stops at several wineries and bonus stages at historical sites.

Rally details and registration

The rally starts at the Maison Sinnae in Laudun-l'Ardoise and ends at the Maison du Cru Lirac. Registration is required, with information available at 07 61 26 16 79.

Saxophonist Kenny Garrett performs in Milhaud

In Milhaud, saxophonist Kenny Garrett performs on Saturday 17 October at 8:30 pm, with an opening act by Ola Tunji. The concert features an exploration of gospel, soul, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and West African roots.

Tickets and event website

Tickets are available through nmjf.fr.

Local concerts in Bagnols-sur-Cèze and Cornillon

In Bagnols-sur-Cèze, 10VERS performs at the Moba on Saturday 17 October, with information available at the venue's website. In Cornillon, Les Skazooo performs a live concert at the Brasserie La Grande Casserole on Saturday 17 October, with free entry and information available at 06 32 04 63 93.

Oenotouristic experiences in Nîmes

Nîmes Tourism hosts two oenotouristic experiences on Saturday 17 October as part of the Vignobles en Scène event. The Bacchus Tour in Nîmes includes tastings, a small electric train ride, and a gourmet walk in the historic center.

Camargue traditions and local specialties

Another experience in Saint-Gilles features Camargue traditions, wines, and local specialties. Admission fees and details are available on the respective websites.

Artisan market in Fons

In Fons, the village celebrates October Rose with an artisan market on Sunday 18 October, featuring yoga, zumba, and other activities. The event runs from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm at the Foyer of Fons.