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From festivals to exhibitions to concerts, there's always something going on across France and here on France.fr. In light of France's Covid-19 measures, we advise readers to consult the relevant organiser's website for specific updates on each event.

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Miro vignette

3

Oct

"Joan Miró: the color of my dreams" exhibition in Paris

Until 4 November

The rabbit in the moon, one of the flagship installations of the 2021 edition of the Fête des Lumières, on the Place des Terreaux in Lyon.

8

Dec

The Festival of Lights (Fête des Lumières) in Lyon

Until 11 December

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11

Feb

Citrus festival in Menton on the Côte d'Azur

Until February 26

8

June

The Rouen Armada

Until June 18

19

Feb

"Strasbourg mon amour" in Alsace

Until February 19

16

May

Cannes Film Festival

Until May 27

6

Feb

Alpine World Ski Championships Courchevel Meribel 2023

Until February 19

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It's the number of AOC (appellation d'origine contrôlée) in Bordeaux region. Are you more Saint-Emilion, Saint-Estèphe, Graves?

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It's going to be sporty!

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