Every weekend you ask yourself the same question: “What’s on this weekend in Toulouse?“. Look no further, we’ve come up with a list of the best things to do and see this weekend, October 18-20, 2024 . Exhibitions, free events, festivals in the pink city… All you have to do is pick from this list of must-do activities in Toulouse.
Taste Gascon gastronomy at Les Halles de la Cartoucherie
Dive into the heart of Gascony this Sunday, October 20, at Les Halles de la Cartoucherie in Toulouse. The festival Les Gasconneries d’André Daguin invites you to discover the authentic flavours of the South-West through some twenty local producers. Taste foie gras,Armagnac and many other regional specialties, while enjoying festive events such as bandas and beret-throwing contests. A gourmet and convivial day not to be missed by lovers of good food and Gascony atmosphere.
SIDIFEST rock festival at Le Bikini
Get ready for a wild evening at Bikini on October 19, 2024 with the third edition of SIDIFEST, an event that promises to shake up Toulouse’s rock scene. Local icons Sidilarsen will unveil their latest opus “Que la lumière soit”, while punk veterans Tagada Jones will celebrate three decades in the music business. Female trio Madam complete the line-up with their energetic rock’n’roll. This electrifying night promises to be a must for all fans of powerful sounds and intense live performances.
Titillate your creative soul with the Journées des Ateliers d’Artistes d’Occitanie
This weekend, immerse yourself in Toulouse’ s creative universe at the Journées des Ateliers d’Artistes d’Occitanie. Free of charge, you can discover the 565 workshops and residences open to the public, where 688 artists will reveal their creative secrets. From visual artists to graffiti artists, sculptors and photographers, this 7th edition promises total immersion in Toulouse’s contemporary art scene. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the local art scene and meet the talents that make the Ville Rose tick.
Hunt for vintage treasures in Labège
This weekend, lovers of retro fashions are invited to the Carrefour Labège 2 shopping center for an exceptional kilo sale organized by Vintage O Kilo. From October 17 to 19, plunge into an ocean of thrift with over 5,000 unique pieces on offer at just €30 per kilo. Stock up on clothes and accessories for all styles at low prices, while adopting an eco-responsible approach. Students even benefit from an additional 10% discount on presentation of their card, the ideal opportunity to renew your wardrobe with original pieces without breaking the bank.
Explore the Layup exhibition and rediscover Urban Art in Toulouse
Toulouse is transformed into an open-air gallery with Layup, an exhibition dedicated to Street Art that runs until October 20, 2024. Over 3,500 m² of open-air space, you’ll discover nearly 40 monumental works by local and international artists. Every weekend, take advantage of guided tours, while Friday Groove will be rocking Fridays with DJ sets and musical performances. Don’t forget to book, even if admission is completely free!
Learn at the Lumières sur le Quai festival
Immerse yourself in a fascinating universe where art and science meet at Toulouse’s Quai des Savoirs from October 18 to November 3, 2024. This year’s Lumières sur le Quai festival explores the captivating theme of creating with artificial intelligence, through interactive installations, performances and workshops for all ages. Discover how artists are making these new technologies their own, and take part in immersive experiences combining human creativity and algorithms. A unique opportunity to question our relationship with AI and imagine the future of art in a festive, fun atmosphere.
Explore the Cathars: Toulouse at the Heart of the Crusade exhibition
This weekend, immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Cathars with a new exhibition at the Musée Saint-Raymond and the Couvent des Jacobins. Over 300 exceptional objects from leading institutions will enable you to relive the crusade against the Albigensians, enhanced by interactive and digital displays. With archival documents, works of art and historical reconstructions, this exhibition takes you to the heart of the debates on the Cathar heresy. A captivating cultural outing not to be missed, to discover Toulouse’ s history in a whole new light!
Visit the Marilyn, America’s Secret exhibition
Pou-pou-pi-dou! The inextinguishable star of the seventh art breaks the screen in a sensational exhibition. Toulouse’s Espaces EDF Bazacle is rolling out the red carpet for the Hollywood star with “Marilyn, America’s Secret“. Rare photos, never-before-seen anecdotes, personal effects… Everything has been thought of to reveal the glamorous behind-the-scenes world of cinema’s most famous blonde. Get your tickets here!