Mines de Beffrois

Le blog touristique du bassin minier

Author: Luc Hermes

  • Semi-Nocturnal Markets in Loison-sous-Lens — Summer Saturdays

    Semi-Nocturnal Markets in Loison-sous-Lens — Summer Saturdays

    📅 July 4, 11, 18, 25 and August 1, 2026 — Saturdays from 6 PM to 10 PM
    📍 Loison-sous-Lens, place du Général De Gaulle

    Every Saturday evening of summer, the place du Général De Gaulle in Loison-sous-Lens comes alive with semi-nocturnal markets! Producers, artisans, treats and entertainment for a festive evening.

    It’s the perfect opportunity to discover local flavors at the end of the day: aged cheeses, regional cured meats, craft wines and beers, local pastries… The producers of the mining basin await you under the market halls.

    Musical entertainment and craft stalls complement the festive atmosphere. A must-attend event for food lovers and the curious who want to stroll in the evening.

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Get your baskets ready, the markets are waiting for you! 🧀🍷

  • Trophée 1906 — Lens Hosts Sunderland at Bollaert

    Trophée 1906 — Lens Hosts Sunderland at Bollaert

    📅 Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM
    📍 Lens, stade Bollaert-Delelis

    Racing Club de Lens takes on Sunderland AFC for the 2nd edition of the Trophée 1906! A friendly summer preparation match that promises to be spectacular in the legendary Bollaert stadium.

    Sunderland, a historic club from north-east England, finished 7th in the 2025-2026 Premier League. Lens fans will get to see both teams clash in a fiery atmosphere.

    The Trophée 1906 celebrates the historical roots of RC Lens and the ties between the mining basin and British mining regions. A sporting and cultural event that goes beyond a simple football match.

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Allez Lens! ⚽🔴🔵

  • Urban Beach in Bruay-La-Buissière — Summer in the Mining Basin

    Urban Beach in Bruay-La-Buissière — Summer in the Mining Basin

    📅 From July 24 to August 9, 2026
    📍 Bruay-La-Buissière

    No need to go far to enjoy summer! The city of Bruay-La-Buissière sets up its urban beach with water activities, sun loungers and free entertainment.

    The urban beach is the clever trick of Bruaysiens for a vacation without leaving town. Paddling pools, inflatable water structures, deck chairs and parasols — everything you need for a refreshing moment.

    Activities are planned throughout the period: games, workshops and surprises for children and adults alike. A proven family rendezvous every summer!

    Also on the program: summer walks, sports in the park and many other summer activities offered by the town.

    Source: Ville de Bruay-La-Buissière — Agenda

    Head to the Bruay urban beach! ☀️🏖️

  • Les Guinguettes de Vimy — Festive Weekend of Music and Games

    Les Guinguettes de Vimy — Festive Weekend of Music and Games

    📅 From Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, 2026
    📍 Vimy, 21Bis rue Adam de la Halle (opposite the playground)

    The VimyVie association organizes a festive weekend with music, wooden games and concerts! Friday 6 PM-9 PM, Saturday 2 PM-9:30 PM, Sunday 2 PM-9 PM.

    Les Guinguettes de Vimy is a weekend of relaxation and togetherness in a charming setting. Settle in on the terrace, enjoy live concerts and try your luck at traditional wooden games.

    Children are not forgotten with a dedicated area for fun activities. For food, refreshment stands and food trucks offer meals on site.

    An event organized by the VimyVie association, which works all year round to bring the village to life. Come and support them!

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Festive weekend in Vimy — shall we go? 🎶🎲

  • Kiosqu’Estival — Free Concerts at Liévin’s Jardin Public

    Kiosqu’Estival — Free Concerts at Liévin’s Jardin Public

    📅 From July 19 to August 9, 2026 — every Sunday at 3:30 PM
    📍 Liévin, Jardin Public, rue du 4 septembre

    Kiosqu’Estival offers free outdoor concerts every Sunday afternoon in the lush green setting of Liévin’s Jardin Public. Music in a friendly atmosphere for a relaxing family time.

    Varied programming: jazz, French chanson, world music… There’s something for everyone! Settle on the grass, bring a picnic and let the melodies carry you away.

    Kiosqu’Estival is the perfect opportunity to rediscover Liévin’s Jardin Public in a summery and relaxed atmosphere. A Sunday rendezvous not to be missed!

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Come enjoy live music in the open air! 🎵🌿

  • Summer Artisan Market in Liévin — Friday Nights

    Summer Artisan Market in Liévin — Friday Nights

    📅 From July 10 to August 7, 2026 — every Friday from 6:30 PM to 10 PM
    📍 Liévin, Jardin Public, rue du 4 septembre

    Every Friday evening of summer, the Jardin Public in Liévin transforms into a summer artisan market! Craft stalls, food trucks, bars and free concerts make for a friendly outdoor gathering.

    Discover local craftsmanship while browsing artisan stalls, taste specialties from food trucks and enjoy free concerts in a lush green setting. The perfect way to kick off the weekend in a relaxed atmosphere.

    The summer artisan market is the perfect opportunity to find unique items while supporting local creators. Between jewelry, ceramics, clothing and regional products, there’s something for everyone.

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    See you every Friday evening at the Jardin Public! 🍻🎶

  • Ducasse de la Plaine in Liévin — Traditional Funfair

    Ducasse de la Plaine in Liévin — Traditional Funfair

    📅 From Friday, July 24 to Thursday, July 30, 2026
    📍 Liévin, quartier de la Plaine

    The Ducasse de la Plaine returns to Liévin! Rides and treats for young and old in the pure tradition of Northern funfairs.

    A true institution in the North, the ducasse is much more than a simple funfair — it’s a moment of sharing and togetherness that brings together the entire Plaine neighborhood.

    Rides, cotton candy stands, churros and other treats await food lovers. Thrill-seekers will find their happiness among the bumper cars and Ferris wheels.

    A must-attend family event of the Liévin summer!

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Come and enjoy the ducasse with your family! 🎡🎠

  • Youth Village in Liévin — Free Activities for Children

    Youth Village in Liévin — Free Activities for Children

    📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
    📍 Liévin, salle Bondeaux

    The Youth Village returns to Liévin for a day full of activities! Laser Game, flying chairs, elastic trampolines, mechanical rodeo and slides — everything is free and open to all children aged 1 to 15.

    Families from the mining basin are invited to the salle Bondeaux for an afternoon of wonder. The little ones can enjoy the inflatable structures while the older ones challenge their friends at Laser Game.

    This event is completely free — the city of Liévin pulls out all the stops to offer an unforgettable summer for young Liévinois.

    For more information: lievin.fr

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Don’t miss this special day! 🎪🤸

  • Soapbox Race in Liévin — Challenge Eugène Dutelle

    Soapbox Race in Liévin — Challenge Eugène Dutelle

    📅 Saturday, July 23, 2026
    📍 Liévin, route d’Avion

    The Eugène Dutelle de Negrefeuille Challenge returns to Liévin! Spectacular and creative soapbox downhill races await thrill-seekers and curious families alike.

    Every year, this must-attend event brings together daring drivers and enthusiastic spectators. The soapboxes, true rolling works of art, race down the slopes of the route d’Avion in a festive and friendly atmosphere.

    The wackiest and fastest creations compete for the Eugène Dutelle trophy. Between creativity and adrenaline, this free show is not to be missed!

    Come and cheer on the participants and enjoy a fun-filled outdoor day in Liévin!

    Source: Agglo Lens-Liévin — Agenda

    Share this event with your friends! 🏎️💨

  • The Mining Basin and the RCL at the Cinema: Exhibition at Louvre-Lens

    📅 From June 20 to September 6, 2026
    📍 Lens, Louvre-Lens

    When the Racing Club de Lens takes the stage! The RCL doesn’t just electrify a stadium, it lifts an entire territory. The exhibition “The Mining Basin and the RCL at the Cinema” explores the unique relationship between the football club, cinema and the Mining Basin, through images, testimonies and unpublished archives.

    An exhibition that tells how football and cinema captured the soul of this passionate working-class territory. A must-see at the Louvre-Lens this summer!

    Source: Lens-Liévin Tourist Office

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