46th Saint-Barnabé Fair in Les Herbiers

The Saint-Barnabé Fair in Les Herbiers

Together with the Grand Sale, the major annual commercial and festive event in Les Herbiers. Dedicated to local patron saint Barnabé (June 11), held traditionally in early May to align with spring holidays. 2026 = 46th edition, proof of deep local anchoring.

Organised by the town hall, deployed over two full days in the downtown: fairground workers, merchants, artisans, local producers, associations animate the streets and squares.

What to find

• Exhibitors from across Vendée and neighbours
• Local producers (wine, cheese, charcuterie, patisserie, honey)
• Artisans (pottery, woodwork, leather, jewellery)
• Agricultural and garden equipment
• Funfair (rides, bumper cars, sweets)
• Local shops extending onto public space
• Music, street shows, demonstrations

A heritage event

Part of the long Vendée fair tradition, bridging commerce, popular religion, community festivity. Saint Barnabé is patron of merchants and artisans.

Les Herbiers, Bocage heartland

Les Herbiers (16,000 inhabitants), main town of Pays des Herbiers. Near Puy du Fou, Mont des Alouettes, Château d'Ardelay.

Access

A87 exit 28-29. Car parks near downtown.