Floral Parade (daytime)
Free to all; attendees can walk along the route to see each float up close. Family-friendly with live bands and dancers.
~18:00
Sélestat Flower Parade
Corso fleuri de la ville de Sélestat
Sélestat, France
Aug 8, 2026Expected
Each August, the town of Sélestat parades giant floats covered entirely in fresh dahlias for the Corso Fleuri. Ten or more themed floats roll through the streets by day and night before crowds, in a celebration of the dahlia-growing horticultural heritage of Alsace.
Key moments
Aug 9
Floral Parade (nighttime)
Spectacular evening show; a large crowd gathers for the light displays and concluding fireworks.
~22:00
Where it happens
Centre-Ville de Sélestat
Sélestat, France
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Prepare before you go
Bring sunscreen and water (summer heat)
Arrive before peak flow
Local map to identify parade route
Keep the visit respectful
Basic French phrases for buying snacks
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Sélestat Flower Parade
Corso fleuri de la ville de Sélestat
Sélestat, France
Each August, the town of Sélestat parades giant floats covered entirely in fresh dahlias for the Corso Fleuri. Ten or more themed floats roll through the streets by day and night before crowds, in a celebration of the dahlia-growing horticultural heritage of Alsace.
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The story behind it
Corso Fleuri originated as a way to highlight Alsace’s horticultural heritage (especially dahlia cultivation). It has become a symbol of Sélestat’s community spirit: neighborhoods compete to design the most creative float. The festival reflects Alsatians’ love of pageantry, flower crafts, and summer leisure. It coincides with village wine festivals (the Route des Vins) and beer celebrations, making August a peak of local fest...
Key moments to know
Aug 92 moments
Aug 9~18:00Expected
Floral Parade (daytime)
Free to all; attendees can walk along the route to see each float up close. Family-friendly with live bands and dancers.
Aug 9~22:00Expected
Floral Parade (nighttime)
Spectacular evening show; a large crowd gathers for the light displays and concluding fireworks.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Prepare before you go
Bring sunscreen and water (summer heat)
Arrive before peak flow
Local map to identify parade route
Keep the visit respectful
Basic French phrases for buying snacks
Respect local boundaries
Respect road closures and event barriers, and steer clear of the working spaces decorating floats.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Aug 8, 2026
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City / Area
Sélestat
Alsace
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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