Opening procession
Enjoy street music and sample early wine from barrels as locals parade through town.
Sarmentelles of Beaujeu Festival
Les Sarmentelles de Beaujeu
Beaujeu, France
Nov 18 - 22, 2026Expected
Each November, the town of Beaujeu celebrates the arrival of the new wine with Les Sarmentelles. Five days of tastings, music, and festivity mark the release of the Beaujolais Nouveau, in a celebration set in the historic capital of Beaujolais and its wine country.
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Where it happens
Place de la République
Beaujeu, France
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Plan the timing
Appropriate dress for outdoor fall weather
Read the local rhythm
Be respectful of tastings lines and host presentations
Keep the visit respectful
No expected restrictions
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
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Free events are available.
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Sarmentelles of Beaujeu Festival
Les Sarmentelles de Beaujeu
Beaujeu, France
Each November, the town of Beaujeu celebrates the arrival of the new wine with Les Sarmentelles. Five days of tastings, music, and festivity mark the release of the Beaujolais Nouveau, in a celebration set in the historic capital of Beaujolais and its wine country.
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Nov 18 - 22, 2026Expected dates
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About Sarmentelles of Beaujeu Festival
Held in Beaujeu (the historic capital of Beaujolais), Les Sarmentelles embodies Beaujolais wine culture. It honors tradition of vintaging by bringing together producers and townsfolk. The name references the grape vine prunings (sarment). The festival reinforces community bonds and pride in local viticulture as well as gastronomy.
No expected restrictions
What visitors should understand
Attendance can be appropriate while active documentation is not. Let local boundaries define your role.
What not to do
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Observation may be enough
Some celebrations are best approached quietly: arrive prepared, follow posted rules, and leave without turning the moment into content.
The story behind it
Held in Beaujeu (the historic capital of Beaujolais), Les Sarmentelles embodies Beaujolais wine culture. It honors tradition of vintaging by bringing together producers and townsfolk. The name references the grape vine prunings (sarment). The festival reinforces community bonds and pride in local viticulture as well as gastronomy.
Key moments to know
Opening procession
Enjoy street music and sample early wine from barrels as locals parade through town.
How to show up well
respectful presence
Plan the timing
Appropriate dress for outdoor fall weather
Read the local rhythm
Be respectful of tastings lines and host presentations
Keep the visit respectful
No expected restrictions
Essentials at a glance
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Nov 18 - 22, 2026
Estimated
City / Area
Beaujeu
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (Beaujolais)
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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