Fêtes de Gayant 2027: Douai’s giants take to the streets

📅 Sunday 11 July 2027 (main parade)
📍 Douai city centre

The Fêtes de Gayant in Douai take place in July 2027. Sunday 11 July is the main parade of the giants Monsieur and Madame Gayant, Jacquot, Fillon and Binbin.

This heritage event is listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. For several days the city offers music, traditional dances, street entertainment and family shows. The procession of giants is the heart of the festival.

Source and programme: Fêtes de Gayant de Douai 2027.

Come and see one of the finest giant parades in northern France.

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