Go out, experience and explore

What’s on in Pau: events to inspire your stay.

Concerts, festivals, rugby, exhibitions and family outings: browse our selection and open the official, continuously updated events calendar in one click.

Plan your stay

What’s coming up in Pau

Dates, times and access details may change. Check each organiser’s official page before you travel.

22–25 October 2026

Les 5 Étoiles de Pau

This international five-star eventing competition combines dressage, cross-country and show jumping at Domaine de Sers.

View the official event page →
October 2026 – January 2027

What to do in Pau and Lourdes this autumn and winter

16 event ideas with dates and links to the organisers.

Explore the seasonal guide →
21–24 July 2027

Tour de France 2027 in Pau

A finish and a start in Pau, then stages near Laruns and Maubourguet. Follow four days of racing from one apartment.

Explore the Tour stages →
Past events in Pau
17–20 September 2026

Pau Couleur Tango

Four days of Argentine tango, with shows, gatherings and dance evenings in central Pau.

View the official calendar →
26 September 2026

Section Paloise v La Rochelle

A French Top 14 fixture at Stade du Hameau, immersed in Pau’s rugby atmosphere.

Discover sport in Pau →
Pau throughout the year

Every season brings a new reason to visit.

Winter

  • Racing at Hippodrome du Pont-Long
  • New Year concert
  • Béarn carnival and trips to the Pyrenees

Spring

  • White-water sports and nature events
  • Terraces and Jurançon wine discoveries
  • The first major outdoor celebrations

Summer

  • Tour de France and major sporting events
  • Free L’Été à Pau festival
  • Open-air cinema and performances

Autumn

  • Jazz and theatre seasons
  • Rugby, football and city races
  • Festivals, conferences and fairs
Plan your outing

The right programme, with no unwelcome surprises.

The tourist office brings together events and their latest updates. Use its filters to choose a date, theme or child-friendly outing.

Search by date
  1. Choose your stay dates.
  2. Check the official calendar for that period.
  3. Check the venue, times and whether booking is required.
  4. Leave time to explore the Château and Boulevard des Pyrénées on foot.
Our selection is for inspiration. The official source remains the reference for last-minute changes.
A central base

Enjoy the event, then return to a quiet setting.

From Les Terrasses d’Étigny, the historic centre, restaurants and many cultural venues are within walking distance. The garage lets you leave the car at the residence and also makes excursions around Pau easier.

Walk to the centre

For events, restaurants and heritage sites.

On-site parking

Convenient on busy event days.

Self check-in

More flexibility after a show.

Peace and comfort

To unwind between events.

Your stay in Pau

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