Originally a poultry, sheep and cattle show, the Foire Saint-Matthieu has been around for almost a thousand years, celebrating its 955th anniversary this year! An event linked to the medieval past of the Yvelines town of Houdan, which still boasts a fine heritage with its historic keep, old inns and ramparts. A not-to-be-missed event, the fair is now appreciated for its entertainment, with a village of craftsmen, a funfair and a fireworks display, from September 26 to 28, 2025.
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Numerous associations and artisans from the département come to sell their products and showcase their skills, while local merchants display their wares in front of their stores. Of course, street artists will be on hand in the town center to liven up the weekend with a medieval theme, as well as Brazilian entertainment such as samba, batucada and capoeira.
Meanwhile, the funfair will be open to young and old to enjoy some thrills, with a fireworks display on Friday evening at 10pm!
The program
- Fireworks Friday, September 26 at 10pm - Parc de la Vesgre
- Funfair - Parc du Cygne: (Friday from 8pm to 1am,Saturday from 2pm to 1.30am,Sunday from 2pm to 8pm)
- Poultry, sheep and cattle show - Place de la Tour
- Artisan village - Place de l'église
- Brazilian village - Passage de la Boldo
- Flea market - rue d'Epernon
- Ecological Transition Village - Place de la Boldo
