What’s On Near Issigeac & Bergerac

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Issigeac summer night market

August 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Issigeac Summer Night Market (Marché Gourmand & Nocturne) is a vibrant evening food festival held every Thursday night in July and August. Set against the backdrop of the beautifully preserved medieval village of Issigeac, it transforms the area around the church square and the banks of the Banège river into an open-air dining experience.
The Culinary Concept
  • Create your own feast: Local farmers, artisans, and winemakers set up stalls selling fresh, ready-to-eat regional dishes. You can buy everything from duck confit, foie gras, and paella to local cheeses, artisanal burgers, and desserts.
  • Communal dining: Long wooden tables and benches are set up under the stars. You simply find a seat, graze from different stalls, and pair your food with local Bergerac wines or craft beers.
  • The “BYO” insider rule: While the food and drink are bought on-site, it is a local custom to bring your own plates, cutlery, and wine glasses to reduce waste and stay authentic.
The Atmosphere
  • Festive and social: The market begins around 7:00 PM and runs until 11:00 PM. It has a lively, multi-generational, holiday atmosphere where locals and tourists mix.
  • Live entertainment: Each week features a different live musical act or band playing in the square, providing a soundtrack to your dinner.
  • Artisanal souvenirs: Alongside the food vendors, a handful of local craftsmen and artists sell unique, handmade souvenirs.
If you are staying at Le Petit Capelier, it is an absolute must-visit summer event just minutes down the road.

Details

  • Date: August 27
  • Time:
    7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Venue

  • Issigeac Village Centre
  • Issigeac, 24560 + Google Map
  • Phone 06 35 45 35 40

Planning your stay around local events

There is always something happening around Le Petit Capelier. Issigeac’s famous Sunday market takes over the medieval village every week, while Bergerac, Eymet, Villeréal and Castillonnès host regular markets, brocantes, concerts, exhibitions and festivals throughout the year.

During the summer, look out for marchés gourmands and village fêtes, where long communal tables, local food, Bergerac wines and live music make for wonderfully relaxed evenings. The vineyards around Monbazillac and Bergerac also host tastings, concerts and special events throughout the season.

We update this calendar regularly as new events are announced, including some of the smaller local happenings that can be surprisingly difficult to discover online.

Staying at Le Petit Capelier? Check the calendar before you arrive — or subscribe to it — and you’ll always have ideas for what to do during your stay in the Dordogne.