📅 From 3 to 5 July 2026
📍 Douai — Town Centre

The Gayant Festival takes over Douai from 3 to 5 July: processions of the giants, concerts, parades and activities throughout the town centre.

Every first weekend of July, Douai comes alive to the rhythm of the Gayant Festival. The city’s famous giants emerge from their annual rest to parade through the streets amid an enthusiastic crowd.

Monsieur and Madame Gayant, accompanied by their children, walk the streets of Douai to the sound of brass bands and applause. The procession is a breathtaking spectacle, listed by UNESCO as part of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.

Throughout the weekend, the town centre comes alive with concerts, food stalls and activities for all ages. The historic squares host open-air stages, and the streets fill with curious visitors and partygoers.

The event is free and accessible to all. Pedestrianised streets make it easy to get around with the family. On Sunday, the grand outing of the Gayants is the highlight not to be missed.

Source: [OpenAgenda Douaisis](https://openagenda.com/douaisis-agenda)