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The heat of summer, longer days, magnificent sunsets and a host of events to keep the crowds buzzing and excited!
Let yourself be carried away by the whirlwind of festivities!

“A Summer In Montlu” from June to September 2025

Summer is just around the corner… and Montluçon has prepared an eventful season for you.
Concerts, shows, entertainment, sport, culture… the town is getting into the rhythm of summer to bring you some great times.

Here’s a taste of what’s in store:
𝐅𝐞̂𝐭𝐞 𝐝𝐞 𝐥𝐚 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐞, 5 July: demonstrations, entertainment & music in the medieval city.
𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐬: from 5 July to 3 August, sports village on the banks of the Cher with numerous events and outdoor activities.
𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞́𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐞̀𝐫𝐞𝐬: from 30 August to 21 September, light show and dynamic projections on the facades of the Mupop, as well as Notre-Dame Church.

And much more besides: Festival Jazz au Fil du Cher, water show on the banks of the Cher on August 1, 14 July celebrations, exhibitions…etc.

You can find the full programme here: ” Press Kit Un Été In Montlu 2025″.

Remp’Arts Festival – 2025 edition
From 22 to 31 July 2025

Remp’Arts is an open-air theatre festival organised by the Communauté de Communes du Val de Cher on remarkable heritage sites that are usually closed to the general public.

It’s a not-to-be-missed event for all lovers of theatre and the performing arts!

This year, the festival will be held from 22 to 31 July 2025 inclusive, with breathtaking shows spread over 4 evenings that promise to be a feast for the eyes and ears of all spectators.

The Communauté de Communes du Val de Cher is proud to present this new edition of the Remp’Arts festival, which celebrates the richness of the region’s culture. Whether you’re a fan of song, theatre or contemporary performance, you’re sure to find a show to capture your attention and imagination.

Download the programme: Festival Remp’Arts 2025.

Link to online ticketing: Remp’Arts 2025 festival tickets.

Les Ripailles de la Charité à Lavault-Sainte-Anne – Season 3 – Summer 2025

Season 3 is off to a great start!

We’re giving you all the dates so you don’t miss a thing!

But what is Ripailles?

– An outdoor food court, it takes place in the Commune of Lavault Sainte-Anne on the site of La Charité and 𝙡’𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙚́𝙚 𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙧𝙚 !!!

– A friendly get-together at the end of the day from 6pm to 10.30pm, with an average of 2 Thursdays a month … from 8 May until 18 September 2025, i.e. 9 dates during the summer period.

– An idyllic setting for getting together, having a good time and relaxing with family, friends or colleagues …

– There’ll be plenty to eat and drink …. and a variety of specialities …. from savoury to sweet …. offered by local food-trucks and stalls.

– With live music, or DJ mixset 𝙚𝙩 𝙘’𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙞𝙩…

We’ll be there to spoil your taste buds:
Les Canailles Saint-Jean, La Rôtissoire des Isles, Les voisines Aydat, Kachimani Burger, Les Pâtisseries de Fred, La CrepMobile, A Kaz Liscyenne, Bière Truck Montluçon, Foodtruck Allier 03.

With new products …. Juice bar …. West Indian specialities … Games for young and old Kristel Oika Oika – Montluçon and surrounding area …. D3CO Wood selfie stand ….

More about Ripailles de la Charité 2025

The “Un été dans mon village” festival has been bringing live performances, concerts and more to the villages of Montluçonnais for the past 15 years.

For the 16th edition of the festival, which will run from 25 to 31 August 2025 inclusive, a dense and varied programme awaits you, with exhibitions, theatre, circus, dance, concerts and other shows and artistic performances, sometimes full of humour, to delight young and old alike!

The festival caravan will criss-cross the villages of La Petite Marche, Marcillat en Combraille, Sainte-Thérence, Teillet-Argenty, Lignerolles, with an eclectic programme full of surprises… etc.

Bar and catering on site.

Link to download the programme in pdf format: Un Été Dans Mon Village 2025″.

Festival Région des Lumières 2025

In Montluçon, the Festival Région des Lumières illuminates the facade of MuPop, the vibrant heart of Montluçon, and the back of Notre-Dame church. The resolutely modern show transforms the facades into an extraordinary visual and sound stage.

In a dynamic and immersive sequence, the images retrace the evolution of popular music, from Bourbonnais folklore to electro sounds, rock and French chanson. The walls of the building become living instruments, reacting to the pulsations of the soundtrack. The town, its industrial past, its creative youth, and its urban and natural landscapes are interwoven in a futuristic and festive fresco.

This show, at the crossroads of digital technology and popular culture, offers a bold re-reading of the city of Montluçon, both rooted in its roots and looking to the future.

Practical info
Projections will take place on the facades of the MUPOP and Notre-Dame church, on the MUPOP esplanade side, every evening from 30 August to 21 September 2025, from dusk until 11.30pm.

Find out more about the full programme for this first edition of the Festival Région des Lumières 2025.

Bourbonnais Festival 2025
Illuminated drone show at dusk

Imaginary scenes punctuated by spectacular pyrotechnic effects set to music specially composed for the show promise a magical moment and a source of wonder for young and old alike.

Having already lit up the Allier’s outstanding heritage monuments and created a night-time discovery trail through the “Lumières sur le Bourbonnais” festival, the Allier is now the first département to offer a permanent light trail, establishing itself as an innovative territory.

Sustainable and responsible, this drone show generates no waste and no noise pollution for local wildlife. Perfect for enjoying the show!

2025 programme :
19 July: Chapeau lake
26 July: Saint-Clément lake in Le Mayet-de-Montagne
2 August: Étang d’Herculat in Treignat
9 August: Le Bassin lake in Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
16 August: Marcel-et-Robert Jalicot lake in Saint-Germain-des-Fossés
23 August: Monestier lake

Further information on Bourdonner en Bourbonnais 2025