Arès Celebrates Tree and Plant Festival for its 18th Edition

The free family event offers fun and educational activities to reconnect all ages with nature on Sunday, October 25th.

Generic image of the Fête de l'Arbre et des Plantes in Arès, featuring craft and plant stalls.
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Generic image of the Fête de l'Arbre et des Plantes in Arès, featuring craft and plant stalls.

The town of Arès is hosting the 18th edition of the Fête de l’Arbre et des Plantes (Tree and Plant Festival) on Sunday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 6 PM, at Chemin des Lapins. This free event aims to raise awareness about nature and biodiversity.

The free, family-friendly event will take place at Chemin des Lapins and will offer a multitude of fun and educational activities. The goal is to reconnect people of all ages with nature and biodiversity.
Numerous exhibitors will be present, offering a variety of products and crafts. Among them, Rémi Soulard will showcase his beekeeping work, Ferme aux fleurs their medicinal plants, and Cork Monsieur their cork crafts. Other stalls will feature orchids, wooden pens, dried fruits, garden decorations, metal creations, plants, herbal teas, fruit trees, and citrus plants. Children's activities will also be available.
In parallel, the town of Arès invites residents to participate in 'Mon œuvre d’Art’bre' (My Tree Artwork), a creative event to honor the tree through various art forms such as photography, painting, sculpture, drawing, crochet, modeling, and land art. No strict rules or skill level are required; the main focus is to share a personal perspective on the tree.
The artworks will be exhibited on the day of the festival, Sunday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 6 PM, at the Chemin des Lapins site (route du port ostréicole). Participation is open to all residents, including experienced artists, amateurs, children, families, gardeners, and DIY enthusiasts. Prior registration is mandatory, and the registration form is available at the Arès Tourist Office or for download.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie d'Arès (12/10/2026)