Gayant Festival in Douai: The Mining Basin’s Big Popular Festival

📅 From 8 to 10 July 2026
📍 Douai – Place Saint-Amé and city centre

The Gayant Festival returns to Douai for three days of festivities! Every year, this centuries-old tradition brings the heart of the city alive with concerts, street performances, the parade of the giants Monsieur and Madame Gayant, and a grand fireworks display.

The full programme includes entertainment for all ages: fairground rides, local food stalls, live shows and live music. It’s one of the most anticipated events of the summer across the entire mining basin.

Don’t miss the Gayant procession on Sunday morning, when the giants parade through the streets to the rhythm of drums. A magical and typically Douai moment!

Source: City of Douai – Agenda