MARCH
Paris Book Fair, March 20th to 23rd
The Paris Book Fair is a must for book lovers and is one of Europe’s most important cultural events attended by over 1,000 publishers and nearly 2,000 authors.
International Orchid Festival, Vaucelles Abbey, Nord Pas de Calais, March 13th to March 16th
Specialists will come from around the world for this three-day festival, held in stunning surroundings at Vaucelles Abbey, near Cambrai, northern France. Read more about this unusual event
Le Jardin des Boves, Arras, March 24th to July 7th
Each spring, the historic limestone quarries in Arras are transformed into a beautiful underground garden. Head down to the caves and wander around aquatic plants, statues, and small waterfalls. The unique installation by artist Luc Brévart will be on display until early July. Read more about the Boves of Arras
27-29 March – Les Journées Européennes des Métiers d’Art
European Days of Crafts invites the public to meet men and women of passion, artisans and producers of lace, cabinets, leather and all areas of craftsmanship as 5000 events take place across France. Professionals reveal their secrets and ground breaking discoveries in a series of workshops, demonstrations of skills, open doors in the training centres as well as exhibitions, conferences or seminars. Themed tours are arranged or wander at your will to visit those involved. Details www.institut-metiersdart.org
APRIL
10 regions, 23 departments take part in La Ferme de la Ferme. Open days at Farms everywhere – you can find out what goes on, help out and try products http://www.defermeenferme.com/regions.php
La Fête de la Coquille St Jacques Brittany, 18th & 19th April at the port of Erquy. Two days of fetivities at the home of the scallop! The ports of Saint-Quay-Portrieux, Loguivy-de-la-mer and Erquy organise an annual festival in honour of the queen of the sands. Boat trips, music, special menus and tastings. Come and celebrate the end of the scallop fishing season alongside the sailors who fish for them. www.erquy-tourisme.com
Viking Raid at the incredible, award winning Puy du Fou
Events in France March to April 2015
Boves,Arras the fascinating underground gardens