Grand Cassoulet Meal
Tastings of cassoulet prepared by participating restaurants; cooking demonstrations; convivial atmosphere with communal tables.
Aug 23
Cassoulet Festival of Castelnaudary
Fête du Cassoulet
Castelnaudary, France
Aug 20 - 24, 2025ConfirmedSource
Each August, the town of Castelnaudary, which calls itself the world capital of cassoulet, celebrates its famous bean-and-meat stew. Free concerts, street parades, and great communal meals fill the plazas as tens of thousands gather to share the dish, in a hearty tribute to the pride of Languedoc cooking.
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Day 4 · Aug 23
Where it happens
Place de la République
Castelnaudary, France
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Visitors can purchase and taste cassoulet; polite to thank cooks; proper disposal of waste...
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Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
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Free events are available.
REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Cassoulet Festival of Castelnaudary
Fête du Cassoulet
Castelnaudary, France
Each August, the town of Castelnaudary, which calls itself the world capital of cassoulet, celebrates its famous bean-and-meat stew. Free concerts, street parades, and great communal meals fill the plazas as tens of thousands gather to share the dish, in a hearty tribute to the pride of Languedoc cooking.
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Celebrating the traditional bean-and-meat stew, the festival underscores regional pride. It involves local choral groups, cooking competitions, and opening of every restaurant to sell cassoulet night and day. The event is also known for its live music (rock, folk) and youth band performances on the town squares.
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Day 4Aug 23Approximate
Grand Cassoulet Meal
Tastings of cassoulet prepared by participating restaurants; cooking demonstrations; convivial atmosphere with communal tables.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Visitors can purchase and taste cassoulet; polite to thank cooks; proper disposal of waste should be followed.
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Aug 20 - 24, 2025
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City / Area
Castelnaudary
Occitanie (Aude)
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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