Lagrasse

From April 22, 2026 to Oct. 19, 2026

EXPOSITION - PREMIER MONDE

Arts de Lire invites you to its new exhibition by artist Elena Del Vento. This exhibition invites us to consider the maternal womb as the dwelling place common to all humanity, the inner space where our primary relationship with the world takes shape, before any consciousness. It questions what, in us, remains marked by this first state: the need for refuge, softness, roundness and closeness. So many forms and sensations that extend the imprint of this first inhabited place. Free access with a visit to the monument, during Abbey opening hours.

Arts de Lire invites you to its new exhibition by artist Elena Del Vento. This exhibition invites us to consider the maternal womb as the dwelling place common to all humanity, the inner space where our primary relationship with the world takes shape, before any consciousness. It questions what, in us, remains marked by this first state: the need for refuge, softness, roundness and closeness. So many forms and sensations that extend the imprint of this first inhabited place. Free access with a visit to the monument, during Abbey opening hours.

Next dates:

• From 04/22/2026 to 10/19/2026

The Oct. 16, 2026

VES 2026 - L'AUDE SENSARTIONNELLE À L'AUDÉON

The Vignobles en Scènes Collections! L'Audéon, the new restaurant located in Lagrasse, in the "Cour des Saveurs," invites you to an evening that combines all the pleasures of the five senses! Taste, smell, touch, admire, listen… all your senses will be engaged by various booths and workshops. In addition to a dinner featuring local flavors, you can try your hand at ceramic painting during a workshop. You’ll also discover creations from the “Audette” brand by Delphine Sudre and Pascal Boursier, as well as beverages from Kina Karo and vinegars from Cyril Codina. Reservations are recommended.

Next dates:

• 10/16/2026

The Oct. 17, 2026

VES 2026 - LE BANQUET INSOLITE

For one exceptional evening, Lagrasse Abbey becomes a living stage for the stories, passions, and expertise of our winemakers. After a week-long artistic residency in the heart of the vineyards, a troupe of actors brings their work to life through sensitive and authentic portraits of the men and women who shape the landscapes and wines of the Corbières, Minervois, and Fitou appellations. In three iconic spaces within the abbey, let yourself be guided from one scene to the next to discover these stories inspired by real-life encounters. The evening continues in the abbey’s cellar with a guided tasting of nine iconic wines, in the presence of winemakers from the three appellations, for a special moment of %E9exchange and discovery. Then, in the unique atmosphere of the old cellar, take your seat for an extraordinary banquet where local cuisine and wine pairings highlight the riches of the region. A sensory, cultural, and convivial experience where heritage, theater, gastronomy, and wines come together to celebrate the art of living in Corbières, Minervois, and Fitou. And because an exceptional evening always holds a few surprises… let yourself be carried away until the very last moment. A unique banquet organized by the Medieval Abbey of Lagrasse, the “Les Arts de Lire” Cultural Center, and the Corbières-Minervois Intercommunal Tourist Office.

For one exceptional evening, Lagrasse Abbey becomes a living stage for the stories, passions, and expertise of our winemakers. After a week-long artistic residency in the heart of the vineyards, a troupe of actors brings their work to life through sensitive and authentic portraits of the men and women who shape the landscapes and wines of the Corbières, Minervois, and Fitou appellations. In three iconic spaces within the abbey, let yourself be guided from one scene to the next to discover these stories inspired by real-life encounters. The evening continues in the abbey’s wine cellar with a guided tasting of seven iconic wines, in the presence of the winemakers, for a special moment of %E9exchange and discovery. Then, in the unique atmosphere of the old cellar, take your seat for an extraordinary banquet where local cuisine and wine pairings enhance the region’s bounties. A sensory, cultural, and convivial experience where heritage, theater, gastronomy, and wines come together to celebrate the art of living in the Corbières, Minervois, and Fitou regions. And because an exceptional evening always holds a few surprises… let yourself be carried away until the very last moment. An initiative launched by the National Federation of Vignobles & Découvertes Destinations, supported by the Corbières Minervois Intermunicipal Tourism Office and the Abbey of Lagrasse (public area) in partnership with the CIVL and the Corbières, Minervois, and Fitou AOCs. Meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Abbey for the start of the stroll at 6:00 p.m. Excessive alcohol consumption is dangerous to your health; please drink in moderation.

Next dates:

• 10/17/2026

From Oct. 19, 2026 to Oct. 25, 2026 from 10 a.m.

EN COULISSE, VISITE D'UNE VINAIGRERIE ARTISANALE FRANÇAISE

Go behind the scenes at an extraordinary artisanal vinegar factory and let yourself be surprised by a world of flavors that is as original as it is unexpected. Much more than just a tour, enjoy a unique sensory experience centered on vinegar and balsamic vinegar. As part of “Entreprise en Coulisse,” from Monday, October 19, through Sunday, October 25, free guided tours at 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.: Reserve online Shop open 7 days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Next dates:

• From 10/19/2026 to 10/25/2026
  Open every day

The Oct. 21, 2026

FESTIVAL ALBA FLAMENCA

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. Fundraising Evening – Festival Pre-Opening Gala dinner and an intimate gathering with Maria Canea’s company and various guests. Reservations required via email.

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. Fundraising Evening – Festival Pre-Opening Gala dinner and an intimate gathering with Maria Canea’s company and various guests. Reservations required via email.

Next dates:

• 10/21/2026

The Oct. 22, 2026

FESTIVAL ALBA FLAMENCA

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. Opening Night—in partnership with the CCRLCM COINCIDENCIAS: A Musical Creation—Contemporary Flamenco, Jazz, and World Music The festival opens with Coincidencias, an original production where virtuosity, improvisation, and emotion come together. Led by the legendary harmonica player Antonio Serrano, recognized as one of the world’s foremost harmonica specialists, the ensemble features: Antonio Serrano on harmonica, Lorenzo Moya on piano, Jonathan Reyes on flamenco vocals, %C1lvaro Mora on flamenco guitar: Bandolero; percussion: Alejandra López; double bass: Mareda Canea; flamenco dance. A highly intense performance where flamenco meets jazz, classical music, and world music. A performance of rare virtuosity that brings together some of the most talented artists of their generation. Online reservations

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. Opening Night—in partnership with the CCRLCM COINCIDENCIAS: A Musical Creation—Contemporary Flamenco, Jazz, and World Music The festival opens with Coincidencias, an original production where virtuosity, improvisation, and emotion come together. Led by the legendary harmonica player Antonio Serrano, recognized as one of the world’s foremost harmonica specialists, the ensemble features: Antonio Serrano on harmonica, Lorenzo Moya on piano, Jonathan Reyes on flamenco vocals, %C1lvaro Mora on flamenco guitar: Bandolero; percussion: Alejandra López; double bass: Mareda Canea; flamenco dance. A highly intense performance where flamenco meets jazz, classical music, and world music. A performance of rare virtuosity that brings together some of the most talented artists of their generation. Online reservations

Next dates:

• 10/22/2026

The Oct. 22, 2026 from 6:30 p.m.

RENCONTRE AVEC ANANDA BRIZZI

The bookstore Les arts de lire is hosting Ananda Brizzi for a discussion about her poetry collection "m%E9duse-moi" (Éditions du Seuil, October 2026). In *m%E9duse-moi*, Ananda Brizzi weaves incandescent poetry in which the intimate blends with myth to convey the violence of the contemporary world. Through a fragmented, nervous voice, punctuated by dazzling images, the figure of Medusa becomes a metaphor for a wounded yet defiant subjectivity. "Medusa-Me" follows in the tradition of radical contemporary poetry, where personal experience converges with a collective voice on violence against women, mental health, and mechanisms of domination. Ananda Brizzi was born in 1987. She has been writing for the theater since 2005 and has since developed a poetic universe that extends into the visual arts, video, and performance. She has been published in journals and by the publishers Derrière la Salle de Bains, Bruno Doucey, and Corlevour. Her latest collection, *fragmentée*, was published by Blast in March 2025.

Next dates:

• 10/22/2026
  Open every day

The Oct. 23, 2026 from 10 a.m.

FESTIVAL ALBA FLAMENCA

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. ON THE PROGRAM: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. - Lagrasse Multipurpose Hall: Beginners’ Masterclass 2:00 PM–4:00 PM: Masterclasses Flamenco dance with Maria Canea – Lagrasse Abbey Cellar Flamenco singing with Jonathan Reyes – Lagrasse Library Flamenco guitar with Alvaro Mora - Lagrasse Abbey Cellar 6:00 PM: Meal prepared with passion by volunteers; reservations required Performance: AT%C1VICO ? Mar%EDa Canea Contemporary flamenco dance performance, featuring %C1lvaro Mora (flamenco guitar) and Jonathan Reyes (vocals) With At%E1vico, dancer and choreographer Mar%EDa Canea presents a powerful, intimate, and deeply personal work. Blending memory, heritage, and identity, this production explores the roots of flamenco through a sensitive choreographic style that blends tradition and modernity. Every gesture, every silence, and every movement tells a story where emotion, strength, and poetry intersect.

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. ON THE PROGRAM: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. - Lagrasse Multipurpose Hall: Beginners’ Masterclass 2:00 PM–4:00 PM: Masterclasses Flamenco dance with Maria Canea – Lagrasse Abbey Cellar Flamenco singing with Jonathan Reyes – Lagrasse Library Flamenco guitar with Alvaro Mora - Lagrasse Abbey Cellar 6:00 PM: Meal prepared with passion by volunteers; reservations required Performance: AT%C1VICO ? Mar%EDa Canea Contemporary flamenco dance performance, featuring %C1lvaro Mora (flamenco guitar) and Jonathan Reyes (vocals) With At%E1vico, dancer and choreographer Mar%EDa Canea presents a powerful, intimate, and deeply personal work. Blending memory, heritage, and identity, this production explores the roots of flamenco through a sensitive choreographic style that blends tradition and modernity. Every gesture, every silence, and every movement tells a story where emotion, strength, and poetry intersect.

Next dates:

• 10/23/2026
  Open every day

The Oct. 24, 2026 from 9 a.m.

FESTIVAL ALBA FLAMENCA

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. – Lagrasse Multipurpose Hall: Sevillanas Workshop – online registration required 2:00–3:30 p.m.: continuation of the workshop 4:00 PM–6:00 PM – Place de la Halle: Grand Sevillanas Ball, open to all, where beginner and experienced dancers will share a festive moment in a friendly Andalusian atmosphere. Free. 6:00 PM: Dining area opens. 8:30 PM: Tablao Flamenco with Juan José Villar—Traditional flamenco in all its intensity The festival recaptures the authentic atmosphere of the famous Andalusian tablaos. Centered around dancer Juan José Villar, the stage features: Juan José Villar (dance), José Andrés Cortés ( flamenco guitar by Joaquín “El Duende” ? vocals by Pocholo ? percussion A vibrant show featuring a succession of sole, bulerías, tangos, and alegrías in the purest flamenco tradition. The energy of the singing, the power of the dance, and the virtuosity of the guitar offer the audience a total immersion in the world of flamenco.

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scene. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original productions, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring form of flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. – Lagrasse Multipurpose Hall: Sevillanas Workshop – online registration required 2:00–3:30 p.m.: continuation of the workshop 4:00 PM–6:00 PM – Place de la Halle: Grand Sevillanas Ball, open to all, where beginner and experienced dancers will share a festive moment in a friendly Andalusian atmosphere. Free. 6:00 PM: Dining area opens. 8:30 PM: Tablao Flamenco with Juan José Villar—Traditional flamenco in all its intensity The festival recaptures the authentic atmosphere of the famous Andalusian tablaos. Centered around dancer Juan José Villar, the stage features: Juan José Villar (dance), José Andrés Cortés ( flamenco guitar by Joaquín “El Duende” ? vocals by Pocholo ? percussion A vibrant show featuring a succession of sole, bulerías, tangos, and alegrías in the purest flamenco tradition. The energy of the singing, the power of the dance, and the virtuosity of the guitar offer the audience a total immersion in the world of flamenco.

Next dates:

• 10/24/2026
  Open every day

The Oct. 25, 2026 from 9 a.m.

FESTIVAL ALBA FLAMENCA

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scenes. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original works, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. 9 a.m.–11 a.m.: Masterclasses by Juan José Villar 12:45 p.m.: Closing lunch—homemade fideuá and dessert 3 p.m.–5 p.m.: Dance masterclasses by Céline Daussan 6:00 PM: Dining area opens (hearty, gourmet homemade cuisine, prepared with passion by the team of volunteers) 11:30 a.m.: Closing performance—LA ROSA NEGRA, a choreographic creation? Flamenco dance The festival concludes with La Rosa Negra, a production led by dancer Céline Daussan. Accompanied by Leny Creff, Luisa Muñoz, and Martcho Claveria, she presents a performance where the elegance, power, and poetry of flamenco come together in a refined staging. A closing performance full of emotion, celebrating the expressive richness of contemporary flamenco. Throughout the festival: Masterclasses. The invited artists will share their expertise during masterclasses open to both amateurs and experienced dancers: Flamenco dance, Flamenco guitar, Flamenco singing, and Sevillian percussion. An exceptional opportunity to learn from renowned international artists. Sevillanas Ball Open to all, this grand public ball will make the heart of Lagrasse come alive to the rhythm of the sevillanas in a warm and festive atmosphere.

Alba Flamenca is a festival that showcases the culture and dance of Andalusia. For its second edition, the festival offers five days of excitement and encounters centered on contemporary flamenco. Following the success of its first edition, the Alba Flamenca Festival returns with an exceptional lineup featuring leading artists from the Spanish and European flamenco scenes. Featuring major concerts, dance, choreographed theater, original works, masterclasses, and opportunities for socializing, the festival invites the public to discover a vibrant, daring flamenco that is deeply rooted in tradition. 9 a.m.–11 a.m.: Masterclasses by Juan José Villar 12:45 p.m.: Closing lunch—homemade fideuá and dessert 3 p.m.–5 p.m.: Dance masterclasses by Céline Daussan 6:00 PM: Dining area opens (hearty, gourmet homemade cuisine, prepared with passion by the team of volunteers) 11:30 a.m.: Closing performance—LA ROSA NEGRA, a choreographic creation? Flamenco dance The festival concludes with La Rosa Negra, a production led by dancer Céline Daussan. Accompanied by Leny Creff, Luisa Muñoz, and Martcho Claveria, she presents a performance where the elegance, power, and poetry of flamenco come together in a refined staging. A closing performance full of emotion, celebrating the expressive richness of contemporary flamenco. Throughout the festival: Masterclasses. The invited artists will share their expertise during masterclasses open to both amateurs and experienced dancers: Flamenco dance, Flamenco guitar, Flamenco singing, and Sevillian percussion. An exceptional opportunity to learn from renowned international artists. Sevillanas Ball Open to all, this grand public ball will make the heart of Lagrasse come alive to the rhythm of the sevillanas in a warm and festive atmosphere.

Next dates:

• 10/25/2026
  Open every day

The Oct. 31, 2026 from 6 p.m.

RENCONTRE AVEC PIERRE DUCROZET

The bookstore Les arts de lire welcomes Pierre Ducrozet for a discussion of his novel "%C9den" (published by Actes Sud, August 2026). An adventure novel and coming-of-age story, “%C9den” takes readers on the young hero’s journey from Marseille all the way to the Pacific, in search of a place to live. Where can one live, and how? Should one seek refuge or reinvent everything? A mirror of our dreams and our follies, *Éden* is a gripping novel, driven by hope, friendship, and the passion of a handful of characters with unforgettable destinies. Around the table, around words: A potluck dinner will follow the event to continue the conversation with the author. Each participant is invited to bring a dish to share.

Next dates:

• 10/31/2026
  Open every day