Les Subsistances (Lyon Street Food Festival 2018)
Thirty top street food chefs serve up tasting portions priced at €4 – €5 at this relaxed affair with a lovely central setting. Dates T.B.C. Free entry.
Sarmentelles de Beaujeu 2018
A unique, cosy little festival celebrating the Beaujolais nouveau above and beyond the usual celebrations. 14 – 18 Nov 2018. Free + ticketed events.
Jazz à Vienne
One of France's best jazz festivals in an impressive Roman theatre to heighten the mood. 29 Jun – 13 Jul 2017. Tickets vary according to performance + deals.
Les Nuits de Fourvières 2018
Another of France's grand post-WWII cultural festivals, it's remained in touch with popular interests. Always a good time to visit Lyon. 1 Jun – 28 Jul 2018.
La Fête des Lumières 2018
Enjoy a nocturnal weekend in Lyon as the cityscape glows with ambitious light shows transforming the winter darkness into something miraculous. Early Dec 2018.
15e Biennale d’art contemporain – 2019
The 15th edition of the Biennale of Lyon will be returning in 2019. Various locales.