Mines de Beffrois

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Category: Agenda

  • 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/)

  • 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/)

  • 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

  • Concert and Fireworks on 13 July in Bruay-La-Buissière

    Concert and Fireworks on 13 July in Bruay-La-Buissière

    📅 Monday 13 July 2026 at 10 PM
    📍 Bruay-La-Buissière – Stade Paul Guerre

    On the eve of Bastille Day, Bruay-La-Buissière celebrates with a grand pyrotechnic show at the Stade Paul Guerre! The fireworks display is preceded by a concert for a festive outdoor evening.

    Come and admire the illuminations from the stands or around the stadium. A highlight of the Bruaysien summer, to be enjoyed with the whole family. Free admission.

    Source: City of Bruay-La-Buissière – Agenda

  • Vimy Guinguettes: A Festive Weekend of Music and Entertainment

    Vimy Guinguettes: A Festive Weekend of Music and Entertainment

    📅 10, 11 and 12 July 2026
    📍 Vimy – 21Bis rue Adam de la Halle (opposite the playground)

    The VimyVie association organises the Vimy Guinguettes, a festive weekend with concerts, wooden games and entertainment for the whole family. Friday evening from 6 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 2 PM to 9:30 PM.

    On the programme: live music, guinguette atmosphere, traditional games and good cheer. A convivial event celebrating summer in the mining basin, just steps from the Canadian memorial at Vimy.

    Source: CALL Lens-Liévin – Agenda

  • Funny Days on Tour: Summer Activities for Kids Across the Mining Basin

    📅 From July 8 to August 14, 2026
    📍 Various towns in the mining basin

    No need to travel far for great adventures! The Funny Days on Tour returns this summer to towns across the mining basin.

    With adventure courses, inflatables, creative workshops, beach volleyball and themed evenings, the Funny Days offer free activities for the whole family. The travelling programme moves from town to town throughout the summer.

    Check the detailed programme on the tourist office website for dates and locations!

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

  • Village of Activities and Shows in Carvin: Summer Fun for All

    📅 Sunday, July 13, 2026
    📍 Carvin

    The village of activities and shows in Carvin offers a festive day for the whole family! On the programme: face painting, creative workshops, circus arts, inflatables and much more.

    The Funny Days on Tour set up in Carvin to offer unforgettable entertainment for young and old alike. Shows, games and activities will enliven this summer afternoon.

    Come and enjoy this free festive event!

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

  • Summer Programme in Arras 2026

    Summer Programme in Arras 2026

    From 21 June to 21 September 2026
    Arras — various locations

    The Summer Programme in Arras offers three months of activities and discoveries! Concerts, shows, creative workshops, guided tours and festive events.

    More info: Summer Programme in Arras

  • Bastille Day Celebrations in the Mining Basin

    Bastille Day Celebrations in the Mining Basin

    On 13, 14 and 15 July 2026
    Lens, Henin-Beaumont, Lievin, Bethune, Douai and surroundings

    Bastille Day celebrations bring the entire mining basin to life! Free concerts, popular dances and spectacular fireworks.

    Highlights:

    • Henin-Beaumont (13 July): concert with Boris, Allan Theo, Abba Mia and Samantha Fox
    • Bethune (13 July): concert with Worlds Apart, Lucenzo, Colonel Reyel
    • Lens (14 July): firefighters’ ball and fireworks
    • Lievin (14 July): concert with Maude Lalloyer and Queen tribute
    • Douai (15 July): Cover7 concert and fireworks
    • Sallaumines (14 July): Gilbert Montagne concert

    Source: La Voix du Nord

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