The Douai Giants return for the Gayant Festival from July 12 to 14

The Gayant Festival returns to Douai from July 12 to 14, 2026! Mr. Gayant (8.50 m, 370 kg) goes out at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. Large procession at 3 p.m., funfair with 150 attractions, fireworks on Tuesday 14 around 11 p.m.

Classified as UNESCO intangible heritage. Free entry!

Source: douaisis-agglo-tourisme.com

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