The 2026 Festival of Flowers and Plant Craft is coming to Château de Brie-Comte-Robert (77).

For the 2nd edition of the Festival of Flowers and Plant Craft, the Medieval Château of Brie-Comte-Robert in Seine-et-Marne will host horticulturists, nurseries and artisans this weekend, June 6–7, 2026. Note that admission is free, so make the most of it.

Just thirty kilometers from Paris, in Seine-et-Marne, the charming town of Brie-Comte-Robert is set to turn green once again for a delightful weekend. On June 6 and 7, 2026, the Festival of Flowers and Botanical Crafts returns for its second edition, nestled within the historic ramparts of the medieval Château de Brie-Comte-Robert. A picturesque setting of ancient stone walls beautifully offset by the freshness of new sprouts. And the best part? Admission is completely free.

This spring gathering, organized by the Comité Fête des Roses, unfolds against a remarkably festive backdrop. For, on the same weekend, Brie-Comte-Robert marks the 79th edition of its Fête des Roses, a popular tradition dating back to 1949 that makes the first weekend of June a highlight on the Briard calendar. Around 300,000 tissue-paper roses are crafted each year by volunteers from the association to adorn the floats of the corso fleuri, the last of its kind in Île-de-France, lending it a nearly unique character in the region.

The plant fair is thus an integral part of this major event, serving as a dedicated space for plant discovery. Visitors can find horticulturists, nurseries, artisans, and artists whose work revolves around flowers and natural materials: garden furniture, plant-based decorations, botanical jewelry, herbal skincare... It's an ideal opportunity to gather inspiring ideas to enhance terraces and gardens, with expert advice available directly from the growers and creators. Those familiar with the plant festivals in Île-de-France know well this type of event, which also takes place in places like Saint-Jean de Beauregard and Versailles during spring. What makes this fair particularly unique is its connection with one of the oldest floral festivals in Île-de-France.

The history gives the event a special significance. As far back as 1867, a grand roses exhibition was held in Brie, and the exhibitors were even received by the Empress at the Tuileries Palace. Hosting a plant fair around the medieval castle thus reconnects with a floral legacy that extends far beyond the local scene.

On the agenda, Saturday, June 6th kicks off at 10 a.m. with an opening speech by local officials to launch the weekend festivities. Immediately afterward, a musical showcase and then a concert will take place, followed by a night parade just around the corner. On Sunday, June 7th, after the market, the highlight will be the spectacular with lively brass bands, starting at 3 p.m. to wrap up the weekend on a festive note.

The 2026 Flower and Plant Craft Festival runs Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at the Château de Brie-Comte-Robert, 6 rue du Château, Brie-Comte-Robert (77170). Free and open to all. Brie-Comte-Robert is reachable from Paris via the RER D, toward Melun, stop Brie-Comte-Robert. Full practical information is available on the Fête des Roses Committee site.

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