Sent Joan Beth E Gran 2026 – Night of Lights and Fire

The Sent Joan- Beth e Gran 2026 returns to Sentein on June 20 and 21 to celebrate the summer solstice through an event combining traditions, artistic creations and conviviality.

This appreciation is embodied by the traditional Great Bonfire of Saint John and the halhas that illuminate the night; by the local culture conveyed by artists and participants; by the musical stroll through the sometimes little-known, charming alleyways…

On SATURDAY 20 and SUNDAY 21 June 2026, as in the past, the village awakens; the Naut Aran square vibrates to the rhythms of instruments; the inhabitants decorate their windows with candles and the church resounds with songs from here and elsewhere.

Program for Saturday, June 20th

16pm: Opening of the exhibition "The Mining Epic in Biros"
The Biroussans invite you on a journey back in time to the era of the Biros mining boom, in partnership with the associations Les Cartophiles, Eths Ivagadis, Bouge en Biros and the Ariège Pyrenees Regional Natural Park

17 p.m.: Concert
The Barlounguère men's choir awaits you at the church in Sentein for an a cappella concert.

19pm: Dinner with music and traditional dance
Meals with food truck stalls: Del'Ice Nomade, Kay Titi, Antoine Pizza (vegetarian options available)
Hosted by Les Bouilleurs de Sons and the batucada band "Açaí"

21 p.m.: Musical stroll
Join the Bouilleurs de sons, the batucada "Açaï" and the Biroussans group in a stroll through the alleys of the village of Sentein.

22:30 PM: Sound and light show
Proposed by the company FC-Pyro

Joan's Way Fire
Come and witness the lighting of the traditional Sent Joan fire, followed by a halhas (fire circles) performance.

From 21pm: Traditional dance
To end the evening, come and dance to the music of Bouilleurs de sons and the batucada "Acaï".

Program for Sunday, June 21st

10am: Guided hike
Extend the festivities with a guided hike along the Decauville railway in the Orles valley, offered by Yves Rougès.
Registration required: lesbiroussans@gmail.com or 0672443025
Departure: Pucelle parking lot
Estimated duration: 5 hours, bring your own packed lunch, bring a flashlight

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