The Gayant Festival returns to Douai from July 12 to 14, 2026! Mr. Gayant (8.50 m, 370 kg) goes out at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. Large procession at 3 p.m., funfair with 150 attractions, fireworks on Tuesday 14 around 11 p.m.

Classified as UNESCO intangible heritage. Free entry!

Source: douaisis-agglo-tourisme.com