The autumn programme

European Heritage Days 2026 – 43rd edition

Launched in 1984 under the name ‘Open Days for Historic Monuments’ by the Ministry of Culture, the European Heritage Days aim to showcase the extraordinary richness of our heritage to as many people as possible through unique events, unusual tours and special openings.

For their 43rd edition, the European Heritage Days will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026 and will focus on the theme of ‘heritage at risk’ in its entirety.

The European Heritage Days are organised by the Ministry of Culture and coordinated at local level by the Regional Directorates for Cultural Affairs (DRAC). Held under the patronage of the Council of Europe and the European Commission, they receive support from public and private owners of historic monuments.

The 2026 programme will be available shortly at.

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The stag’s rut in the Tronçais Forest

The time has come… forthe stag’s rut!

Mysterious and impressive, this enigmatic call begins to echo here and there from mid-September to mid-October, particularly in the Tronçais Forest.

In this majestic and mysterious setting, the CAP Tronçais association organises night-time excursions for the general public.

Dates for 2025:
Tuesday 9 September (12 places)
– Friday 12 September (8 places)
– Tuesday 16 September (7 places)
– Thursday 18 September (12 places)
– Friday 19 September (11 places)
– Tuesday 23 September (12 places)
– Thursday 25 September (8 places)
– Friday 26 September (4 places)
– Tuesday 30 September (12 places)
– Friday 3 October (12 places)

These walks take place from 8.30 pm to 10.30 pm, starting from CAP Tronçais, and are open to the general public.
Please note! To ensure a high-quality listening experience, the number of participants is limited to 12 per session.
Booking is essential by email (cap.troncais@orange.fr) or by telephone on 04 70 09 00 23.

Meeting point: CAP Tronçais – 14 Avenue Nicolas Rambourg – 03360 Saint-Bonnet-Tronçais
Booking essential

Prices: €20 per adult, €12 for members, €10 for under-12s

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Montluçon Fair and Exhibition 2026

The Fair has been a firm part of Montluçon’s tradition for many generations.

The Fair has been a long-standing tradition in Montluçon for many generations.

Traders from all over France gather here every year, and various organisations and institutions are also represented.

The 2026 edition will take place from Saturday 3rd to Sunday 11th October inclusive, with the theme ‘ At the Heart of Animated Films’.

This exhibition, organised by Gaillard Décors, invites us to discover the fascinating world of animated films thanks to a partnership with the Toulouse-based animation studio TAT.

This world-renowned studio is behind the creation of numerous films such as *Falcon Express*, *Pattie and the Wrath of Poseidon*, The Adventures of Pil, Jungle Busters 2 and, most recently, a series released on Netflix on 30 April starring Alain CHABAT, *Asterix and Obelix: The Battle of the Chiefs*.

On this interactive tour, visitors will be invited to wander through the studio where it all happens. Step by step, they will discover the film-making process: scriptwriting, the creation of characters and sets, lighting and colour grading, sound effects and music selection, promotional posters, international adaptations…

Next, visitors will be invited to explore the TAT universe through its animated films in settings that are more lifelike than reality, sometimes in a space-age setting (Terra Willy and the Special Adventure), amidst alien flora and fauna, in a medieval setting (Pil’s Adventures in the Heart of the Middle Ages), in the heart of Ancient Greece (Pattie and the Wrath of Poseidon), on a train (Flacon Express) or deep in the heart of the jungle (The Jungle Aces). Visitors will be able to rub shoulders with the films’ heroes in 3D and take selfies, which they will no doubt share in droves on social media!

An original exhibition that has been successfully showcased at the Toulouse and Bordeaux Fairs.

Head to pirate territory for an exotic and immersive journey.
All aboard!

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La Marcimoustache #6

The“Marcimoustache” is back after five highly successful editions and is now eagerly awaited by participants!
Come and go for a walk or a cycle along the paths of the Marcillat area and take part in this charity initiative aimed at raising awareness of the risks associated with so-called ‘men’s’ health issues.

The French Cycling Federation, in partnership with the municipality of Marcillat-en-Combraille and its network of local organisations, as well as the event’s loyal private partners, are continuing their involvement in the Movember® movement by organising another “MarciMoustache”.
This fourth edition will take place on Sunday 2 November 2025, starting at 8.30 am from the community hall in Marcillat-en-Combraille.
On the programme: walking and mountain biking trails for lovers of unspoilt nature in the heart of the picturesque Gorges du Cher.

Prices: from €5 to €8 per person.