Known in Provence as 'blue gold', lavender has long been part of the region’s culture and heritage, used in everything from soap and perfume to herbs and Provencal cooking. The Lavender Parade in Valreas (August 1-3) celebrates this fragrant plant, with cropping, distilling, demonstrations, and markets.
Les Choregies d'Orange, a classical music programme dating back to 1860, is held annually in a Roman amphitheatre in Orange. Running throughout July (to August 4) it attracts up to 10,000 classical music fans each year.
You are always sure to find some kind of wine festival going on. A couple worth noting are the Ban des Vendanges (August 29-30) in Avignon and the Fete de la Veraison (August 1-2) in Chateauneuf du Pape.
The first Roman province outside of Italy, the region was conquered by Rome at the end of 2nd century BC and remained in their hands until the 5th century AD. Much of the town of Arles stands as a reminder of the Roman occupation, which can be relived – in part, anyway – during the Festival Arelate (August 17-23). Expect street entertainments, gladiatorial fights, parades, and film showings in the Roman theatre.
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