3 Book fair in Lanvollon
Poet, novelist, painter and illustrator, Françoise Boixière is the guest of honor at the Lanvollon book fair where 35 writers and poets from Brittany are expected.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Armor Argoat room. Free
In Finistère
1 Elf hike in the Monts d’Arrée
The economic and social development aid association (Addes) organizes the “Rando des lutins” in the Monts d’Arrée, an outing animated by stories and musical performances.
Saturday, departure at 2:15 p.m. from the old Botmeur school. From 4 years old. €8/9. Reservations essential. Contact: tel. 02 98 99 66 58; email, [email protected]; website, arree-randos.com
2 Craft market in Moëlan-sur-Mer
30 exhibitors will be present at the 15th edition of the Moëlan-sur-Mer craft market to offer jewelry, clothing, paintings, ceramics, basketwork, etc.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at L’Ellipse. Free.
3 Summer flower market in Quimper
In Quimper, 60 exhibitors (nursery growers, producers, etc.) will be present at the summer flower market on the quays of Odet, boulevard Kerguélen, rue du Parc and rue du Roi-Gradlon.
Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free.
4 “The week of our rias” in the Quimperlé region
Until May 4, “The week of our rias” takes place in the Quimperlé region. On the program this weekend: guided tours of the rias, small ports, oyster beds, a reconstituted bunker… There will also be oyster tastings, sea trips, exhibitions, a game of family trail “in search of the golden oyster”…
Reservations, prices and the entire program on quimperle-lesrias.bzh
5 Festive weekend at the port of Penzé
Called “And in the middle, Cool!” a river”, festive weekend under a marquee set up at the port of Penzé, in Taulé. Saturday, cinema, at 4 p.m.; concerts, at 7 p.m.; Sunday, shared picnic with a wood oven available, at 12 p.m.; ball in Marcel on the floor, at 3:30 p.m. During the two days, walks to discover birds alongside the Bretagne Vivante association. Free entry.
6 Book fair in Le Conquet
At Le Conquet, 17th edition of the “The sea in books” fair, with the theme this year of “Brittany, window on the world”. On the program: meetings with around thirty authors, five conferences, exhibitions and a dictation.
Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Espace Tissier. Free.
7 Model exhibition in Crozon
Organized by the Campi club, a gathering of amateur modelers from all over France. All themes, all eras: boats and planes, up to the ships from “Star Wars” and dioramas from “Lord of the Rings”. Entertainment: national competition, train and small boats for children. Small catering on site.
Salle Nominoé, in Crozon, Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. €5 and free under 8s.
8 Vintage living room in Trégunc
In Trégunc, vintage fair with around fifteen exhibitors who will offer clothing, accessories and objects from the 1950s to 1970s.
Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Ferme d’antan, in Trégunc. Free. On site, bar, snacks, food truck. Contact: [email protected]
9 Old vehicles in Rédéné and Brest
– Organized by the Karr Tan association, gathering of 150 to 200 old vehicles, at the bowling alley and in the parking lot of the Jean-Louis-Rolland hall, in Rédené. On site, refreshment bar, snacks and 80s concert.
Sunday, from 10 a.m. Free.
– In Brest, around 200 cars, two-wheelers and other vehicles over 30 years old will park at Cours Dajot, in Brest.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free.
And also: boat models, in the footsteps of Paul Sérusier, medieval festival…
– Open to all, gathering of boat models in Quimper.
Sunday, from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., on the Créac’h-Gwen pond.
– In Saint-Yvi, activities, as well as around twenty local artisans and artists present at the Beltane market.
Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Brezehant Poultry Farm, 8 place called Brezehant, in Saint-Yvi.
– In Edern, 2nd edition of the Little Medieval with a market of around thirty exhibitors. Western and eastern medieval camps (The Knights of the Oust and Al Qafilah), dances and costume exhibitions (Lace and frock coats), storytelling (Maxime), fire shows (Dragon), archery and knife throwing (Clan Jormungandr), medieval games (“Ragnarök of the Wolves”), fights, equestrian demonstrations (Anouk and Optimus), medieval music (Faire to Middlin)… You can come in costume.
At the Manoir de la Boissière, Saturday and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. €2 and free under 18s.
– Guide-lecturer and cultural mediator, Anaïs Laqueue offers treasure hunts to discover the town of Châteauneuf-du-Faou and the life of the famous painter, Paul Sérusier.
Lasting one and a half to two hours, treasure hunt for ages 10 and up on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays during the Easter holidays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last departure). €15 per kit (one to six people per kit). Information and registrations on 06 46 70 03 51 or by email at [email protected]; website: lesvisitesdedeclic.fr
In Morbihan
1 Lorient: heading for New York
A solo race between Lorient and New York, the CIC transatlantic race will set off from the Lorient port on Sunday. On Saturday, many events are planned in the village: 5 p.m., The Transat CIC newspaper with the presence of the 48 skippers and signing session, then concerts by DJ Tone Broker (6 p.m. and 10 p.m.), Naïve New Beaters (8 p.m.) and closing of the village at 2 a.m. FREE ENTRANCE. Sunday, departure from the pontoons at 10 a.m. and departure from the deckchair at 1:30 p.m.
All the program on www.thetransat.com
2 Celtic festival in the country of Lorient
Dedicated to music and dance, 9th edition of the Beltan Celtic festival until Sunday on the left bank of Lorient harbor: in Riantec, Locmiquélic and Plouhinec. The highlight will take place this Saturday, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Locmiquélic (Artimon room), with a fest-noz (€10) hosted by Ndiaz, Carré Manchot, Sova…
Complete program in town halls, media libraries, shops and on www.sonarleurenn.com
3 Medieval festival in Damgan
Damgan is hosting a medieval festival this weekend. On the program: historical events, historical show on Saturday evening on the square followed by a large fire show at 8:30 p.m.
At the Maison des Damganais, Saturday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On site: creperie, refreshment bar, food trucks. Access to the exhibition and the stage area: €2. Free for outdoor activities.
4 Nature and biodiversity festival in Lanester
In Lanester, Nature and Biodiversity Festival in the presence of around forty local artisans, nurserymen, associations, individuals, etc.
