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Le French Festival 2025 Returns to Jersey – A Celebration of French Culture and Friendship

10–14 July 2025 | St Helier, Jersey

Le French Festival is back in Jersey for its 5th edition – and it promises to be the most exciting yet! From 10 to 14 July 2025, the streets of St Helier will come alive with music, food, film, theatre, and community events that showcase the strong cultural and historical ties between Jersey and France.

Organised by a dedicated team from Maison de la Normandie et de la Manche, Alliance Française de Jersey, and the Honorary French Consul, the festival brings together partners and performers from both sides of the Channel for five days of festive, family-friendly, and francophone fun.

Click here to download the complete programme of Le French Festival Jersey.

🎉 Festival Highlights:

The Norman Market
From 9 to 14 July, Royal Square transforms into a bustling French marketplace with traders from Normandy offering artisan cheese, charcuterie, cider, crêpes, and more.
Outdoor Screenings (10 & 11 July) & Live Performances (12 to 14 July)
Enjoy classic French cinema under the stars and family-friendly shows, including shadow theatre, storytelling, and live music from both Jersey and Normandy.
Tour des Ports de la Manche Regatta (10 & 11 July)
Witness the arrival and departure of more than 500 sailors competing in one of the most iconic regional sailing events.
Wine Tastings (11 & 12 July)
Sommelier Noémie Favrat returns for two exclusive evenings at Love Wine, offering a curated selection of French wines (booking required on Eventbrite).
Bastille Day Celebrations (13 July)
On 13 July, the Consul’s Happy Hour invites everyone to gather at Royal Square for speeches, live music, drinks, and a celebration of Franco-Jersey friendship.
Petanque Competitions (13 July)
Join or watch friendly matches in traditional French style, open to both experienced players and enthusiastic beginners.
European Round Table Discussion (14 July)
In partnership with Normandy for Peace, experts will explore the Franco-British relationship as a key pillar of European security. (Venue TBC)

🖼️ Celebrating Young Talent

As part of this year’s lead-up, a children’s poster competition invited local students to submit designs for the festival’s official poster. The winning design will be proudly displayed across Jersey, and all entries will be exhibited at the Maison de la Normandie et de la Manche and the Alliance Française de Jersey from 15 June to 18 July.

🙌 A Shared Celebration

Le French Festival Jersey is more than just a cultural event – it is a celebration of the friendship, heritage, and cooperation that unite Jersey and France. From shared traditions to new artistic collaborations, the festival strengthens our historic bonds while inviting everyone to discover or rediscover the joy of French culture.

📍 For full programme details and updates:
Visit: www.lefrenchfestivalci.com/jersey
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