Diary of Events

Learn more about the various festivals and events that are taking place across the year in St Florent and the North East, providing a great means of embracing the culture and identity of the region.

Village Fêtes & Cultural Events

 

July

Fiera di u Vinu - Luri - July

For those who love wine, in the heart of the village of Luri, the Fiera di U Vinu invites the public to taste wines from across Corsica and is a major gathering for the island’s wine producers.

A Notte di a Memoria – The Relève du Gouverneur - Bastia

A Notte di a Memoria - the Relève du Gouverneur is a re-enactment of the arrival of the French governor with the Citadel in Bastia cloaked in light-and a drum parade through the streets.

Bastille Day - 14th July

A nationwide celebration to commemorate the French Revolution and the end of the 'Ancien Regime' with various parades, night time animations and firework displays.

 

Music & Arts Festivals

 

June

Rock' Inseme in Biguglia

A rock and pop music festival bringing together recognised artists and up-and-coming bands.

Fête de la Musique - June

Numerous free live music events are held each year across the island.

July

Les Nuits de la Guitare - Patrimonio - July

The amphitheatre in the village of Patrimonio is the setting for the Nuits de la Guitare, this popular festival that takes place every July and draws stars from the world of guitar, be it jazz, flamenco, blues or rock.

August

Porto Latino - St Florent Citadel - August

A hot, lively and loud latin festival with nightly open-air concerts held in the St Florent Citadel.

Festival de Musique - Erbalunga - August

An established music festival in Erbalubga showing off some of the greatest national and local talents.