Sainte-Marie-de-Ré launches call for applications for its Christmas Village

The municipality is seeking artisans, creators, and food professionals to liven up Place d’Antioche from December 19 to 30, 2026.

Generic image: festive atmosphere.
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Generic image: festive atmosphere.

The municipality of Sainte-Marie-de-Ré is launching a call for applications for its traditional Christmas Village, which will take place from December 19 to 30, 2026 on Place d’Antioche.

Artisans, creators, merchants, and food professionals are invited to showcase their products and contribute to the festive Christmas atmosphere. The municipality aims to animate Place d’Antioche during this period.
Furthermore, the town is seeking representatives in the eight sectors of the municipality to act as a link between residents and the Town Hall. Applications, which must be submitted in pairs (holder and substitute), are open to any adult residing in the relevant sector and registered on the municipal electoral lists. This commitment is voluntary. The deadline for submitting applications is November 6, 2026.
The municipality also reminds residents about the Leisure and Sports Vouchers, ranging from €20 to €50 depending on family income, intended for young people under 18 residing in the municipality who participate in year-round sports or cultural activities.
Information is also available regarding the fight against the tiger mosquito, the MonTri application for waste sorting, and public inquiry notices concerning a land reserve project and the preservation of drinking water resources.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Sainte-Marie-de-Ré (16/10/2026)