An annual March festival celebrating women’s history and creativity. Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire hosts concerts, exhibitions and talks highlighting female artists, historians and activists 1. The 2025 edition (26th) features performances and events throughout March in local theaters and public spaces.
Organized by local cultural associations, the festival spotlights the role of women in culture and society in the Loire region. It revives local folklore and traditions through a feminist lens and promotes community heritage.
Venues and routes
Oésia · Notre-Dame-d'Oé
The dates that shape the visit.
Day 8 · Mon, Mar 8
Includes theatre performance on gender equality.
Engaging thematic event – dress respectfully to honor the day's theme.
Day 19 · Fri, Mar 19
Popular event; arrive early to secure seating.
Day 28 · Sun, Mar 28
Last chance to catch festival highlights; expect a celebratory atmosphere.
Reference notes for once this becomes a real plan.
Practical notes refreshed Mar 3.
Tickets required · Typical price: €5 - €15
Moderate crowds · Lively energy
Venues offer seating, so events feel comfortable rather than crowded.
Low petty crime; standard event security present.
Mild in March · Festival continues in light rain
Daily budget: €50-80, Mid: €100-150, High: €200+ · Drinks: €2-5
Use public transit passes, eat at local cafés, bring water/snacks
From center: About 15 minutes by bus from central Tours · Main venues are wheelchair-accessible
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