Summer outings and activities in Orléans
All the programme
Whether it’s fun, sport, culture, theatre, music or heritage, summer in Orléans is a great excuse to make discoveries of all kinds, and to share all kinds of adventures!
Have a drink in one of the guinguettes, take a boat trip, enjoy a festival, the 14 July festivities or take an unusual tour of the town… Make the most of summer in Orléans!
Guinguettes of the summer
on the banks of the Loire in Orleans
The summer season means Guinguettes in Orleans! Ready to spend the summer on the banks of the Loire?
At Le Ponton this summer, enjoy a festive atmosphere with a programme inspired by the Loire: concerts, guinches, blind-tests, and special events such as Made by Women. You can also enjoy barbecues, local and home-made drinks, and freshly prepared dishes. A friendly place to share unique moments in the open air. Quai du Châtelet
Le Boui-Boui is a charming guinguette offering a variety of wines, cocktails and beers, as well as ongoing catering. With its magnificent views over the Loire, relaxed atmosphere, attentive service and sunny ambience, Le Boui-Boui is the perfect place to enjoy some quality time with family and friends. Harbour master’s office on the Quai du Fort Alleaume
La Paillote offers a bucolic setting with a panoramic terrace overlooking the Loire. There are shows, art exhibitions and a variety of workshops, as well as board games, rackets, Mölkky, pétanque… There’s also a bar and a fast-food restaurant serving a unique beer, Corsican charcuterie, crêpes and other delicacies. Quai de Prague
La Belle Guinguette welcomes you to an idyllic, zen-like setting, perfect for a day or evening getaway. It serves exclusively local and regional produce. Enjoy a weekly programme of DJ sets, rock or metal evenings and jazz or soul brunches. Parc de Loire
L’Annexe by l’Inex, located opposite the l’Inex boat, invites you this summer to discover a variety of sweet and savoury delights such as ice creams, waffles and crêpes, accompanied by cold drinks. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere and unbeatable views over the Loire. Quai du Châtelet
Cultural exhibitions in Orléans
« Jouer avec le feu » by Johan Creten
Discover the 11 monumental sculptures scattered around the city and admire the 73 drawings and 31 sculptures on display at the Musée des Beaux-Arts until 22 September.
« Étoiles du Nord », Four centuries of drawing on the banks of the Rhine
The collection, comprising 864 sheets, is open to the public until 22 September at the Musée des Beaux-Arts.
50 years of the Joan of Arc Centre
This summer, discover an anthology of objects and documents from the Joan of Arc Centre’s collection at the Hôtel Cabu.
The Cosmorium
The travelling planetarium offers starry sky projections and films on water at the MOBE, with a special children’s session every day from 9 July to 18 August.
“Les Illudoxes 3D” by Gilles Marchal
Explore stereograms and test your visual skills at the MOBE from 13 to 24 July and 3 to 14 August.
Cyclo’Sciences
MOBE‘s Cyclo’Sciences offers scientific discoveries and city walks in Orleans on 11 and 25 July, and 13 and 29 August.
“Presence and questioning” by Roger Toulouse
It is paying tribute to Roger Toulouse, an artist from Orleans, with a retrospective exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of his death at the Collégiale Saint-Pierre-le-Puellier, until 1 September.
Sound and Light
On Sainte-Croix Cathedral
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 July to 15 September, come and enjoy the Sound and Light Show at Orleans Cathedral.
Two new, free shows (“Jeanne, lumière des arts” and “Orléans, ville Olympique”) are projected for 1 hour of sound and light!
Night-time events at the Parc Floral
Join us all summer long in the alleys of the Parc Floral de La Source for a programme of shows and concerts full of encounters and discoveries!
Music Club Festival
On Saturday 20 July, the Parc Floral de La Source transforms itself into a music club for an eclectic evening, offering a festive and immersive experience inspired by jazz clubs.
Slow Electro Festival
The Parc Floral de La Source is hosting the 2nd edition of the Slow Electro mini-festival, offering an immersion into the diverse world of electronic music, on Saturday 31 August.
Discover Orleans
Guided tours of the city
Discover or rediscover Orléans in summer! Take part in the guided tours offered by the Orleans Métropole Tourist Office!
Descend into the crypts and subterranean treasures of Orléans, get a bird’s eye view of the towers of Sainte-Croix cathedral or enjoy a guided bike ride through the old town centre… A rich and intense programme of guided tours is on offer throughout the summer season!
See all our guided tours!
Boat trip on the Loire
Every day
Until 30 September, come aboard the Evurtius and enjoy a unique, traditional and breathtaking Orléans experience! Set off on the adventure of the wild river that characterises our city and marvel at its fauna, flora and waters.
At the end of your trip, you’ll be able to say you know the Loire.
Tour de France 2024
Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 July
The city of Saint Jean will be hosting the 111th edition of the Tour de France, which will run from 29 June to 21 July. The riders of the Grande Boucle will make a stopover on Monday 8 July and will start the 10th stage on Tuesday 9 July at 1pm in rue Fernand-Rabier!
Olympic Torch Relay
Wednesday 10th July
The Olympic Flame for the Paris 2024 Games will pass through the Loiret département. After passing through the 7 main towns in the department, the Olympic Flame will end its journey in Orléans.
The convoy will travel 6.3 km across the Orleans region, passing 38 Olympic torchbearers. The route will end with the cauldron lighting ceremony at the celebration site at around 7.30pm.
Come one, come all to see the Olympic Flame as it passes through the city, and take part in the celebratory ceremony in Orléans!
National Holiday
13th July
From 9pm onwards, food trucks, refreshment stands and ice cream parlours will be inviting you to the Pont de l’Europe for savoury and sweet treats. Take advantage of the tables provided to eat in this unusual setting. The first part of the evening will be hosted by a DJ from Le Syndisque.
The lantern-lit retreat
Let yourself be carried away by the festive music during the traditional lantern-lit procession along the Loire. Leaving from Quai du Châtelet at 9.30pm.
The pyromusical show
At 11pm, come and admire the superb Fête Nationale fireworks display set against one of the most beautiful backdrops, the Loire.
The ball
Continue the evening and dance the night away with the pop rock variety band, Glam’. Meet at the north end of the Pont de l’Europe at 11.30pm.
14th July
Commemorative ceremony
Enjoy shows and entertainment in Orleans town centre for young and old. Starting at 11am on the central esplanade of the Parc Pasteur.
Le Ponton guinguette
To continue the festive spirit of 14 July, come and get moving at a festive Afrobeat funk concert with the group Malabaar. From 8.30pm to 10pm on the Quai du Châtelet.
La Fête des Duits
From 13th to 18th August
The Fête des Duits will be held from Tuesday 13th to Sunday 18th August for its 14th edition.
Born of the desire of experimental artist Arnaud-Nano- Méthivier to create for a few days, in the middle of nature and around the Loire River, an original cultural space entirely devoted to modern and contemporary creation, where the visual arts rub shoulders with creative music, theatre, dance, photography, architecture and cinema.
Orleans in music
Grand PianO Festival
From 26 to 30 June, Orléans will be transformed into a gigantic musical stage for the second edition of the Grand Piano Festival! Something for all generations.
This year, Orléans is hosting a host of artistic events in public spaces, shops, cultural and heritage venues, celebrating the piano in all its forms.
L’Orléanaise Festival
Summer 2024 marks the return of the L’Orléanaise Festival! Join us from 27 to 29 June for three crazy days of international artists and festive activities galore. Don’t miss this not-to-be-missed summer event!
Hop Pop Hop
Orléans’ Hop Pop Hop festival, dedicated to emerging music, is back on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th September. In the heart of the city centre, at the foot of the cathedral, come and enjoy two days of dance, party and vibes.