Saint-Michel Festival

Every last Sunday of September, Grimaud celebrates its patron saint’s day, Saint Michael’s Day, a heritage event that dates back to the Middle Ages. It’s an unmissable event combining a Provençal mass, a solemn procession, a flea market and a craft market spread across the village’s three squares.

To the rhythms of fifes, galoubets and tambourines, this festive day offers Provençal dances and various activities. For all visitors, it is the perfect opportunity to stroll around, hunt for bargains and enjoy the Provençal way of life in an authentic setting.

Celebrating the patron saint

The Saint-Michel Festival dates from the Middle Ages.
Like the Foire de la Laine (Wool Fair), Les Feux de la Saint-Jean and the Fête du Village (Village Festival), it is one of the cornerstones of Grimaud tradition. A highlight that hasn’t faded over the years…

The symbolism of this heritage festival is strong, with a car-boot sale and craft market taking place at Grimaud’s two squares.

The celebrations wouldn’t be complete without the folklore group, Escandihado. Fifes, drums and traditional dance join the Provençal mass and the procession before the finale at the village’s Place Neuve.
This festive day, a blend of religious tradition and less-religious activities, promises many more surprises!

Sunday 28th September 2025

Craft market & activities

The Saint-Michel Festival has always taken place on the last Sunday in September.
This year, it will offer once again the opportunity to delight your taste buds thanks to our taste artisans who place the spotlight on the local produce of Provence.

Several activities round off the day: the Saint-Michel procession, musical performances, a photo rally, Provençal dance shows, anecdotes about Grimaud shared by the village elders, and more.

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Car-boot sale

Throughout the day, there’ll be a huge car-boot sale in the centre of Grimaud.
A chance to sell anything you don’t need. Clothes you don’t wear any more, pottery, small household appliances, CDs and various other items… A good way of earning some cash in a friendly atmosphere.

Do you want to do some sorting before winter? Take part in the garage sale!
Arrival on site (place Neuve) from 7.00am, no prior registration required.
Price: €3 / linear metre.

There’s something for everyone!