This October 18th and 19th, 2025, in Montpellier, immerse yourself in a rich program of discoveries of all kinds. From a film flea market, a culinary festival surrounded by eels, an art exhibition for Pink October, a morning dedicated to animal rights, and a candlelit rock concert, there’s something for every taste and curiosity.
Les Dimanches du Peyrou: Cinema in the Spotlight
Come and discover one of the flagship events for lovers of rare and antique objects: Les Dimanches du Peyrou. This Sunday, October 19th, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., the Jardins du Peyrou take on the air of a festival with an atmosphere inspired by the seventh art. With seventy exhibitors, explore a multitude of vintage posters, photographs, and favorite objects related to cinema. It’s also an opportunity to participate in a cinema-themed treasure hunt, with invitations to the Cinémed festival up for grabs. A guinguette and food stalls on site add to the conviviality of the event. Discover more events in Montpellier. Eel Festival: A Unique Culinary CelebrationOn Saturday, October 18, head to
Marseillan
for the Eel Festival organized by Sète Agglopôle Méditerranée. From 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., the Place du Théâtre becomes a hub for gourmets. Savor eel prepared in a variety of ways: Provençal style, parsleyed, or bourride. Local winemakers also offer tastings that will delight epicureans, with prices starting at €2.50. Take advantage of the SAM’Pass to gain privileged access to workshops and activities such as eel smoking and boat trips. “Sein-Poser”: a committed exhibition for Pink October Let yourself be moved by the artistic exhibition Sein-Poser
organized at the Espace Castel in Lunel, from October 15th to 31st. This exhibition, supported by the Ligue contre le cancer, is a vibrant tribute to those affected by breast cancer. The artist
Liberaj Cicoj creates a poignant work that blends canvases and breast casts to celebrate the diversity of bodies and resilience. An event that encourages breaking taboos and highlighting the importance of screening. Awareness and Adoption Day with SPA3M Show your support for the animal cause on Saturday, October 18th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., by participating in this day organized by SPA3M on Boulevard Maréchal Joffre in Palavas-les-Flots. The event celebrates responsible adoption and the fight against abandonment. Watch ten pairs of dogs and volunteers parade from 10:00 a.m., and chat with the speakers present. A group walk and a friendly drink will round off this morning in style. Learn more about recent community events in Montpellier.
Candlelight: Rock Enveloped in Light
To end your weekend in an unforgettable way, attend the concert Candlelight: “The Best of Rock for Strings,” on Saturday, October 18, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the amphitheater of the Montpellier School of Medicine. A string quartet performs rock classics in a sumptuous candlelit atmosphere. Relive legendary songs such as Bohemian Rhapsody ,Nothing Else Matters