Events
The region of Bourgogne is packed with fun and exciting events, especially in summer. The best festivities are the ones dedicated to the region’s most known industries, viticulture and wine making. The festivals at Dijon, Beaune and Pouilly are the most famous festivities dedicated to wine.
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Dijon Vine Festival
Info: Dijon’s Vine Festival has been running since 1946 and has lost nothing of its merriness. The festival celebrates the imminent harvest with live music, street animations and folkloric dances from international guests.
When: August
Where: Dijon
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Nuits metisses
Info: Hot on the heels of nationwide Fete de la Musique comes the no less celebratory Nuits metisses. Along with four nights of free, world music, the event in Parc de Roscoff raises awareness on issues pertaining to the developing world.
When: June
Where: Parc de Roscoff, Auxerre
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Gresilles en Fete
Info: The Gresille district in northern Dijon stages its annual outdoor festival of street parties, circus, concerts, exhibitions, photography competitions, modern dance and street theater. Saturday is the climax, culminating in DJs playing late into the night.
When: June
Where: Parc des Gresilles, Dijon
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Jazz a Beaune
Info: Jazz a Beaune features two of the very best things in life: jazz and wine. Concert-goers can sample Burgundy wines before each performance, then plunge themselves into the blue note with a happy palate and a warm heart.
When: September
Where: Beaune
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Pouilly-sur-Loire Wine Fair
Info: Pouilly Fume is one of the most delicious Loire Sauvignon Blancs you can drink, and every year the vintners of Pouilly-sur-Loire organize a wine fair. Visitors can sample the products of around 20 local wine producers, including such famous names as Sancerre and Reuilly.
When: August
Where: Pouilly-sur-Loire