44ème Fêtes des Fleurs

Millions of paper flowers are needed. Some designers use up to 50 shades of colour!
Preparations are well underway for the 44th Fête des Fleurs! On 24 and 25 May 2026, St Macaire en Mauges will come alive to the rhythm of brass bands, smiles and petals. Once again this year, 9 floats will compete in creativity and colour to offer the public an unforgettable spectacle. The two days will be punctuated by the traditional parade of musical groups.

10am-24pm Funfair at Place du Prieuré.

Itinerary: rue Choletaise, du Commerce, Jules Verne, La Fontaine, d'Anjou, du Commerce and Place Henri Doizy.

Free admission and free programme distributed a few days before the event.

Since 1931, the people of Macau have been working hard to bring the flower festival to life every two years. Initially, the Comité de bienfaisance, now the Comité des fêtes, planned a parade of bicycles and cars decorated with flowers. Over the years, the event has grown in scope, with the aim of harmonising the theme of the float, the dances and the harmony. Construction techniques evolved from wooden structures to the use of metal beams and round iron.