Here is what’s up next in the schedule of annual events:
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Fri27Apr2018Tue01May2018Rouen
24 Hours speed boat race of Rouen
In Rouen, Normandy, every year they hold part of the world championship powerboat racing (part of the UIM championship).
The race, using the equivalent of Formula One race boats, is held on the Seine river in the city. Access is mostly free, except for some of the tribunes.
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Wed09May2018Sun20May2018Cannes
Cannes International Film Festival Red Carpet Steps (c) Cannes Festival
One of world's biggest international movie festivals, with its red carpet, steps and the Palm d'Or prize.
This is a major international event.
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Fri18May2018Sun20May2018Le Mans
Spectators at the French MotoGP motorcycle race in Le Mans
The French part of the International MotoGP motorcycle race is held on the same race circuit that hosts the 24 Hours of Le Mans car race, the Bugatti Race Circuit.
Every year, 100,000's of fans arrive for this race weekend, often camping alongside the road. It does turn however into a "drunk fest", so plan your trip carefully.
It is always well attended internationally, with fans coming from all over the world. Hotels and campings display "no vacancies" since most are booked a year in advance. So if you're planning to see this mythical race, better book well in advance.
Click here to access the French MotoGP Grand Prix web site (you can book tickets here).
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Sat16Jun2018Sun17Jun2018Le Mans
The Bugatti race circuit of Le Mans
The 24 Hours car race of Le Mans is legendary. It is the most well known, and the oldest, car endurance race in the world, and has been raced in Le Mans since 1923.
The race is 24 hours of fans camping alongside the track, entertainment, concerts and watching cars race each other for 24 long hours.
It is always well attended internationally, with fans coming from all over the world. Hotels and campings display "no vacancies" since most are booked a year in advance. So if you're planning to see this mythical race, better book well in advance.
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Sat08Sep2018Sun16Sep2018Dieppe
Kite flying festival of Dieppe
Once a year, the city of Dieppe sees some 700,000 people flocking to see the international kite flying festival.
On the last Saturday, it is time for the World Championship Kite Flying. The whole beach are is dedicated to kits, with many stands selling you kites and their accessories.
Click here to access the organiser's program and introduction.
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Thu06Jun2019Sun16Jun2019Rouen
Exit of Rouen's Armada of tall sail ships
Once every 5 to 7 years, world's biggest tall sail ships (multi-mast) come to Rouen for 10 days of festivities. Then on the last day, all of them sail out to the ocean under the watchful eyes of millions of spectators. A unique event.
Click here to read more about the Grande Armada tall ships parade on our site.
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Mon17Jun2019Sun23Jun2019Paris
2017 Paris Air Show poster
The Paris Air Show, the biggest in its kind, is held every 2 years (alternating with the UK). The trade and professionals are welcomed starting on the 19th, general visitors can see the airplanes between the 23rd and 25th of June.
Every 2 years, 100,000's of airplane lovers gather here to see air stunts and fly-overs by commercial and military aircraft, from the very latest to the oldest.
It is always well attended internationally, with fans coming from all over the world. Hotels and campings display "no vacancies" since most are booked a year in advance. So if you're planning to see this mythical air display and show, better book well in advance.
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