The major events of the summer

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Luc-sur-Mer

• Monday evenings : aperitif-concerts in the Hôtel de Ville park, from 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday evenings, Place du Petit Enfer : after-beach concerts
• Thursday evenings : concerts in Place du Petit Enfer

Langrune-sur-Mer

• Tuesday evenings : concerts under the Bois Joli bandstand, starting at 6:30pm
• Friday evenings : concerts in Place du 6 juin, starting at 9:15pm

Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer

• See the summer program

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• Luc-sur-Mer : Monday evenings during the summer, from early July to late August, starting at 6 p.m., on Rue de la Mer

• Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer : Tuesdays in July and August, from 6pm, at Parc Pillier

• Bernières-sur-Mer : The craft market, every Wednesday during the summer, on Îlot des Français.

The D-Day Festival Normandy returns for a memorable edition from 31 May to 15 June 2026!

This unifying event takes place at the historic D-Day landing sites: Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Gold Beach, Juno Beach and Sword Beach, as well as in Bayeux and Caen.

Around 6 June, come and celebrate regained freedom with a packed programme of events for all ages: parachute drops, WWII vehicle parades, military camp re-enactments, liberation balls, swing and jazz concerts.

Do not miss this major event in Normandy!

Photo credits: Jean-Louis PERRIN – Normandie Bord de Mer

The 11th edition of La Berniéraise will take place in June 2026 in Bernières-sur-Mer, right on the historic site of Juno Beach!

This major event on the Côte de Nacre celebrates the arrival of Canadian troops in 1944 and pays tribute to the values of Freedom and Peace.

This is an opportunity to experience a significant moment in the history of the Normandy landings.

Save the date for this unique nautical race that peacefully celebrates the spirit of D-Day on the waves of Liberty!

For all board sports fans, don’t miss the weekly events at the Courseulles-sur-Mer skatepark, located on Rue de la Libération.

Join us on Saturday afternoons for a chat with 2 experts, who will be on hand to advise you on how to get the most out of your skateboard or rollerblades.

Please note : in the event of rain, the skatepark is not passable, so the event will be cancelled.

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The dates for the next fireworks displays in Cœur de Nacre are not yet known.

They will be published in this article as soon as official confirmation is received.

Check this page regularly!

• Domaine de la Flaguerie – Les Vergers de Ducy in Ducy-Sainte-Marguerite : free daily guided tour of the cider estate, with tasting (apple juice, ciders, Calvados, etc.), at 3:30 p.m. (and 10:30 a.m. if busy) until September

Other suggestions for Norman crafts to discover during your stay :

Every year, the classical music festival offers local residents and holidaymakers the chance to discover the repertoire and masterpieces of classical music.

• Douvres-la-Délivrande : upcoming programming

Don’t miss the 21st edition of Acadian Week, the must-see event for Acadian culture.

This unique event pays tribute to the Acadian soldiers of 6 June 1944 and celebrates the richness of Acadia today.

On the programme: concerts, commemorations, documentary screenings, dance, musical theatre, historical walks on Juno Beach, and the Juno Coastal Run.

See the full 2026 programme and book your tickets on the festival’s official website!

Xsmoz : Get ready for a doubly exciting event on the Côte de Nacre!

Come and enjoy a day of free water sports activities on Saint-sur-Mer beach, open to all.

As night falls, the atmosphere becomes electric with an outdoor music festival.

An amazing lineup awaits you, so you can dance the night away! It’s the perfect combination of sports and partying.

Credit : Fabien Mahaut

For this 5^th edition, the festival returns with a variety of musical experiences and performances of all kinds (street theater, dance…).

The event features local art and artists from Normandy.

Creative workshops and games are also on the program:

It’s the place to be for riders.

Inspired by American urban competitions, the public and competitors move from module to module (downhill rail, bowl, etc.).

Rollerblades, skateboards, BMX, competitors of all levels can put on a show.

A judge will award points for the best tricks.

Would you like to find out more about the history of Normandy ?

From the duchy ruled by William the Conqueror to the Allied landings on 6 June 1944, via the fashionable resorts of the Belle Epoque… there’s no shortage of historic sites to visit.

We strongly recommend that you are accompanied by a guide who speaks your language, for the best possible visit.

Consult this website to choose your guide :