Are you an Augustan who won’t be going on vacation until August? No need to leave to have fun. In Toulouse, too, the month of July is jam-packed with events and activities. Festivals, fireworks on Bastille Day, painting-apéro workshops in the dark… There’s something for everyone in Toulouse to enjoy without leaving the pink city. Word from Toulouse Secret!
1. Take part in the Convivencia festival, which will dock in Toulouse on July 2 and 3, 2024
The Convivencia festival barge will dock at Toulouse’s Port de l’Embouchure on July 2 and 3, 2024. This eagerly-awaited summer musical event invites us to enchanting, festive nights overlooking the Canal du Midi. The floating stage on the Tourmente barge will host concerts by NUSANTARA BEAT + BØL on July 2 and STOGIE T + SAMI GALBI the following day. In a convivial atmosphere, the banks of the Canal du Midi will be transformed into guinguettes with food and refreshments and local drinks.
2. Take part in an original activity with Neon Brush, a painting-apéro workshop in the dark – July 6 and 7, 2024
Looking for an unusual activity to do with friends? Neon Brush offers a painting workshop like no other. In the dark, you can paint fluorescent canvases while sipping your aperitif. You’ll think you’re the new Wine Gogh! Quickly, places go fast.
3. Living on love and culture with the Toulouse Festival – until July 13, 2024
Cinema (Eastwood by Eastwood), music (Ibrahim Maalouf and the Orchestra national du Capitole) and literature (Dans la tête d’Horowitz, a show narrated by Nelson Monfort). Here’s a sneak preview of the wonderful Program that awaits you at the Toulouse Festival.
4. Admire the fireworks on July 14th and be amazed!
Patriots or not, a pyrotechnics show always impresses young and old alike! After a day full of shows, concerts and entertainment, the July 14th fireworks display takes place at 10:30pm. You’ll be amazed! Findout more.
5. Cool off with Toulouse Plages – from July 20, 2024
Parisians have Paris Plages, Toulouse residents have Toulouse Plages. Like every summer, this free festival returns to the Prairie des Filtres with a host of refreshing activities and entertainment. This year’s program includes pétanque, beach volleyball, dance evenings, an aqualudic structure and a children’s area. New features for 2024 include an Olympic & Paralympic area, a giant zip line and trampolines. However, swimming in the Garonne is still out of the question this summer !
6. Learn all about the iconic Marilyn Monroe in an exhibition dedicated to her – July 2024
Hollywood star, fashion muse, embodiment of glamour and sensuality. .. Marilyn Monroe ‘s life is revealed in a beautiful exhibition at the Espace EDF Bazacle. Marilyn Monroe: America’s Secret an exhibition to discover throughout July.
7. Enjoy an evening of outdoor music with Candlelight concerts – July 2024
Candlelight Summer is here! The summer version of the famous candlelit concerts promises to be a beautiful summer evening. Queens, Hans Zimmer, Vivaldi, Nirvana. .. Pianists and string quartets cover the greatest hits of artists who have marked generations. What are you waiting for?