Provins

The Medieval Fair of Provins 2026: Dates and Program

The Medieval Festival of Provins is making an eagerly anticipated return on June 13 and 14, 2026, in the historic medieval city of Provins, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For its 41st edition, troubadours, street performers, and artisans will welcome visitors for a timeless journey through the heart of Seine-et-Marne.

The Provins 2025 Medieval Christmas Market and its events to take you back in time

Oyez oyez, braves gens, the free Medieval Christmas Market in Provins is back for Christmas 2025! Join us on December 13 and 14 in the Seine-et-Marne region, in the exceptional setting of the medieval city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where craftsmen, troubadours and enchanting events await you.

Unusual New Year's Eve 2026 in Provins (77): a medieval banquet for a family dinner show

How about traveling back in time for New Year's Eve 2026 in Île-de-France? In Seine-et-Marne, near the medieval town of Provins, the Banquet des Troubadours invites you to immerse yourself in the Middle Ages with its noble feast on December 31, 2025. An original idea for a New Year's celebration with the family!

Christmas 2025 in Provins: ice rink, ice hockey, and a show by Philippe Candeloro this winter

The Provins Christmas ice rink is back! From December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026, head to the forecourt of the Saint-Ayoul Cultural and Sports Center in Provins (Seine-et-Marne) to enjoy this 420 m² natural ice rink. Lots of entertainment is planned, so check out the program!

Exhibition, concert, and auction in Provins in November 2025

A multidisciplinary artistic event will take place at the Hôtel de Savigny in the medieval town of Provins in Seine-et-Marne, from November 8 to 23, 2025. The JellyFish On Mars Production association is organizing an exhibition with a private viewing, followed by a concert and an auction.

2025 Niflette Festival in Provins: pastry tastings, workshops, and a gourmet market

The niflette is the specialty pastry of the town of Provins, and on November 11, 2025, the medieval city will honor it by organizing a new edition of its Fête de la Niflette. The program includes tastings and free workshops for the whole family!

Le Banquet des Troubadours: gourmet medieval dinner and show in Provins (77)

In the medieval town of Provins, the Banquet des Troubadours revives the art of medieval feasting every weekend. Dive into the festive atmosphere of the Middle Ages with family and friends in a vaulted hall!

Halloween 2025: treasure hunt, witch farm and cupcake workshop in Provins (77)

For Halloween 2025, the medieval town of Provins is offering a number of events for children and families. On the program: treasure hunts, free entertainment and cooking workshops for a chilling atmosphere!

After 40 years of closure, this church near Paris reopens to the public

The Eglise Sainte-Croix in Provins reopens its doors to the public after no less than 40 years of closure. While renovation and conservation work continues, the public can now visit this historic site in the medieval town.

Heritage Days 2025 at Provins (77) in the heart of a historic medieval town

During the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, what would you say to an immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages? In Seine-et-Marne, the town of Provins and its medieval city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, unveils its program of visits and events for the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. Here's what's in store!

Les souterrains de Provins: discovering medieval cellars

Want to explore the underbelly of a medieval city? In Provins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an unusual visit awaits you. Beneath the ramparts and houses of yesteryear, an underground network steeped in history invites you on an architectural, mysterious and historic adventure.

La Niflette de Provins, between creamy sweetness and medieval legend in Seine-et-Marne

A traditional pastry from Provins in Seine-et-Marne (77), niflette is eaten at All Saints' Day. This little flaky tartlet with pastry cream is full of history, generosity and ancient anecdotes. We'll tell you all about it!

The Rose de Provins, a botanical treasure and nugget from the Île-de-France region

The floral treasure of the Île-de-France region, the Rose de Provins (Rosa gallica officinalis) has been arousing the senses with its powerful fragrance since the Middle Ages. From medieval rose gardens to confectionery and cosmetics, its petals fascinate lovers of local produce and history.

Heritage Days 2025: visit the Provins (77) archaeological excavation site

During the Heritage Days on September 20 and 21, 2025, discover the Provins archaeological excavation site in the Seine-et-Marne département.

A medieval marathon from the castle of Blandy-les-Tours to the ramparts of Provins (77)

On Sunday, May 10, 2026, run the all-new Seine-et-Marne Medieval Marathon, between Blandy-lès-Tours and Provins, for nearly 42 kilometers through villages straight out of the Middle Ages!

Fête Nationale 2025 in Provins (77): Fireworks and firemen's ball on July 13, 2025

The town of Provins in the Seine-et-Marne region of France is celebrating the Fête Nationale! On July 13, 2025, Provins, famous for its sublime medieval town, will be hosting a fireworks competition and a wild firemen's ball!

Fête de la Moisson 2025 in Provins: rural parade and traditional family events

The Harvest Festival returns to Provins this Sunday, August 24, 2025. This event, the only one of its kind in France, takes place within the walls of the old town and unveils a program of activities for young and old alike.

Les Lueurs du Temps 2025: two magical evenings of candlelight in Provins

Discover the medieval city of Provins by candlelight on two exceptional evenings, July 5 and August 2, 2025, with a host of free and unusual events.

Museum Night 2025 at the Musée de Provins et du Provinois (77): free nocturnal tour of the museum

We're taking advantage of Nuit des Musées 2025 to discover the Musée de Provins et du Provinois on May 17, 2025. A free nocturnal visit allows us to admire this museum and its exceptional collections, which take us back in time.

Les Aigles des Remparts de Provins, the falconry show in the medieval city of Provins

The falconry show, Les aigles des remparts, returns to the ramparts of Provins until November 2, 2025. Discover splendid birds of prey in total harmony with horses.