Pumpkin Festival

Come and discover the Jardins Respectueux with concerts, shows, activities and workshops, the famous "Wheelbarrow Race" and many craftsmen, with the central theme: squash! The 2026 Pumpkin Festival offers a rich and varied program for all ages. On Saturday, October 17, join the “seed bank” to swap fertile seeds, catch the show “Par le Menu” by the Cie de la Terre Battue, and enjoy a communal picnic. Don’t miss the Great Wheelbarrow Race hosted by Mr. Loyal, a bird-watching walk along the Charente River, workshops, and the awards ceremony. The day will end with a “Disco Soup” and a Pumpkin Ball. On Sunday, October 18, catch the show “Par le Menu” at L’Yeuse, enjoy an “all-squash” meal in the garden, and a brunch. Workshops, donkey rides with Perennis, and the show “Augustine la tête dans les Etoiles” by the Cie de la Terre Battue are also on the schedule. Discover a self-guided “Street Art” tour at L’Yeuse, a walk exploring medicinal and edible plants, and a concert by Miss Shapenfingers. Throughout the day, enjoy artists, artisans, performances, concerts, scavenger hunts, exhibitions, workshops, and a squash sale. Admission to the site is free for association members; you can sign up for membership on-site.