Mines de Beffrois

Le blog touristique du bassin minier

Category: Agenda

  • Diorama Workshop at 9-9bis: Creative Activity for Ages 6-12

    📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
    📍 9-9bis, Rue Alain Bashung, 62590 Oignies

    The 9-9bis offers a diorama initiation workshop, specially designed for children aged 6 to 12! This creative workshop allows young visitors to build their own small three-dimensional scene, inspired by the mining world and the landscape of the basin.

    Guided by the 9-9bis mediators, children will discover diorama techniques while learning about the history of the mining site. A fun and educational moment, perfect for keeping the little ones busy during the holidays!

    The workshop is included in the site visit. Reservation recommended on the 9-9bis website.

    🔗 More info and booking: 9-9bis.com

  • Riverside Guinguettes at Berges de la Souchez in Courrieres

    📅 July 18-19, 2026
    📍 Parc des berges de la Souchez, Courrieres

    The riverside guinguettes at Berges de la Souchez return for a festive weekend in Courrieres! Saturday July 18: juggling and music. Sunday July 19: local producers market and outdoor activities.

    This event takes place in the heart of the Mining Basin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A great opportunity to discover the local heritage and culture.

    Source: Official website

  • Summer Neighborhoods in Loos-en-Gohelle

    📅 From July 18 to 29, 2026
    📍 Loos-en-Gohelle

    Summer Neighborhoods are back in Loos-en-Gohelle from July 18-29! Sports activities, creative workshops and cultural outings in a warm atmosphere.

    This event takes place in the heart of the Mining Basin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A great opportunity to discover the local heritage and culture.

    Source: Official website

  • Summer Wednesdays 2026 in Avion

    📅 Starting July 15, 2026
    📍 Avion

    Summer Wednesdays are back in Avion! Storytelling, guided walks, outdoor cinema and much more starting July 15. A rich program for all ages throughout the summer.

    This event takes place in the heart of the Mining Basin, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A great opportunity to discover the local heritage and culture.

    Source: Official website

  • Gonflé l’Été Returns to Valenciennes from July 6 to 19

    📅 From July 6 to 19, 2026
    📍 Valenciennes, various locations

    Gonflé l’Été, Valenciennes’ must-attend summer event, returns for two weeks of outdoor inflatable and fun activities! Giant inflatable structures, water games and family activities take over the city’s parks and neighborhoods.

    It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy summer with the family in the Valenciennes area, between the mining basin and the Belgian border. Children love these colorful installations and parents appreciate the shaded areas.

    🔗 More info: [Ville de Valenciennes](https://www.valenciennes.fr/agenda/gonfle-lete-revient-a-valenciennes/)

  • Jean-Louis Aubert Concert and Fireworks in Valenciennes on July 14

    📅 Monday, July 14, 2026
    📍 Valenciennes, Parc de la Rhônelle

    For the national holiday, Valenciennes invites Jean-Louis Aubert for a major free concert, followed by the traditional fireworks. The former Téléphone singer will set the Valenciennes stage alight for an exceptional evening.

    July 14th is a highlight of Valenciennes life, with the popular ball the day before and this great musical evening. A festive and unifying event for the whole family in the mining basin.

    🔗 More info: [Ville de Valenciennes](https://www.valenciennes.fr/agenda/concert-de-jean-louis-aubert-et-feu-dartifice-du-14-juillet-2026/)

  • Gayant Festival in Douai: UNESCO Giants Celebrate July 11-14

    📅 From July 11 to 14, 2026
    📍 Douai, city center

    The Gayant Festival, listed as UNESCO World Heritage, returns to Douai for three days of festivities! Every year, on the Sunday following July 5th, the Gayant family traditionally parades through the streets to the sound of drums.

    This year again, Mr. and Mrs. Gayant, accompanied by their three children Jacquot, Fillon and Binbin, will parade through the streets of Douai for the delight of young and old alike. On the program: giant parade, concerts, street performances, funfair and fireworks.

    This is the must-attend event of the summer in the Douaisis, a unique moment where tradition and conviviality meet in the heart of the mining basin.

    🔗 More info: [fetesdegayant.fr](https://www.fetesdegayant.fr/) and [Douaisis Tourisme](https://www.douaisis-agglo-tourisme.com/offres/fetes-de-gayant-douai-fr-2785953/)

  • Summer Neighborhoods of Rouvroy: Family Activities All Summer

    📅 From July 11 to August 8, 2026
    📍 Rouvroy

    Family activities for all ages: team games, inflatables, creative workshops, sports tournaments and many other surprises await residents and visitors of Rouvroy throughout the summer!

    The Summer Neighborhoods are the must-attend event to keep children busy during the holidays, but also to get together with neighbors and share convivial moments. Each week offers a varied program of outdoor activities.

    Team games, inflatables, creative workshops, sports tournaments… there’s something for all tastes and all ages. The Summer Neighborhoods guarantee active and joyful holidays!

    Source: [Lens Tourist Office](https://tourisme-lens.fr/sortir/les-evenements/)

  • Funfair in Bruay-La Buissière: Concerts, Fireworks and Rides

    📅 From July 11 to 15, 2026
    📍 Bruay-La Buissière

    The Bruay-La Buissière funfair returns for five days of festivities! Rides, attractions for young and old, candy stalls and fairground booths enliven the town throughout this summer week.

    On Saturday July 12, the day starts at 8am with the traditional morning market. The highlight: the concert and fireworks on Sunday July 13 at 10pm, a magical moment not to be missed!

    Monday July 14 is Bastille Day with entertainment from 7pm. And on Tuesday July 15, the fair continues for one last ride.

    A warm and family-friendly atmosphere, typical of Northern France’s fairs!

    Source: [Ville de Bruay-La Buissière](https://bruaylabuissiere.fr/sortir-bouger/agenda/)

  • Summer Activities in Vimy: Discover the Heritage Summer

    Summer Activities in Vimy: Discover the Heritage Summer

    📅 Until 14 July 2026
    📍 Vimy (62580)

    All summer long, the commune of Vimy offers a variety of summer activities: guided tours of the Canadian memorial, nature workshops, family events and heritage discoveries. A rich programme for young and old in a setting steeped in history.

    Vimy, a village symbolising the Great War, also offers remarkable landscapes between slag heaps and Artesian countryside. Take advantage of the summer to (re)discover this territory in the mining basin.

    Source: Arras Pays d’Artois Tourism – Agenda

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