Madeleine celebrations from July 22 to 26, 2026
Madeleine Festival
From July 22 to 26, 2026
These festivals are also a must in the Landes, a real meeting place for lovers of music, Landes traditions (races, children's days, stilt walkers, etc.) and festive evenings. See you this year from July 22 to 26, 2026 !
Highlights of the event
The Opening Ceremony and the Cavalcade
The Madeleine Festival will kick off in the town hall square with the traditional presentation of the keys to the city by the mayor to the young people of Mont-de-Marsan.
Bullfighting shows at the Plumaçon arenas
Throughout the festival, the Plumaçon arenas host a variety of bullfighting shows: bullfights, novillada piquée, and novillada non piquée. These events are a cornerstone of the Madeleine traditions in Mont-de-Marsan and attract many aficionados. The Landes races, a spectacular demonstration of local cultural heritage, are also on the program..
Concerts and shows
Mont-de-Marsan vibrates to the rhythm of concerts, dances, and lively bodegas until the early hours. Whether you're a fan of traditional music or more contemporary rhythms, a festive atmosphere is guaranteed!
Appetizers
Homemade sangria or non-alcoholic cocktail
2 appetizers
Starters
Homemade Andalusian Gazpacho,
crunchy vegetables & smoked poultry pieces
OR
Spanish Salad
Grilled chorizo, marinated peppers, colorful tomatoes, red onion pickles and croutons
OR
Savory cheesecake with smoked salmon and dill
on crispy Tuc biscuit
Dishes
Sautéed squid with parsley,
Basque sauce
OR
Marinated pork spiders with spices
sweet & snaked Full-bodied juice
OR
Farmhouse poultry fillet “Maison Dandieu”
artisanal linguine “Pastatavia” with candied tomatoes and pan-fried zucchini
Dessert or cheese
Plate of mature cheeses,
mesclun and walnuts
OR
Strawberry tart revisited
Breton shortbread crumble with strawberries and vanilla oil, verbena mousse
OR
Peach Melba and Speculoos Verrine