Ascension Day Street Sale of Lillers

An Ascension Day Tradition

Ascension Day Thursday has been synonymous with a street sale in Lillers for many years. The tradition dictates that shopkeepers and residents take advantage of this public holiday to liven up the streets of the town center. From the belfry to the Place de la République, stalls line hundreds of meters, offering a treasure hunt and reduced-price shopping experience.

Lillers Celebrates

The Ascension Day street sale is also a time for celebration in the commune. Musical entertainment, food stalls with traditional fries and merguez sausages, and fairground attractions for children create a joyful atmosphere. The people of Lillers take advantage of the long weekend to meet neighbours and friends in a good-natured atmosphere, between bargains and Northern conviviality.