Night-time car boot sale — Masclat in Celebration

The Night-time Car Boot Sale of Masclat en Fête

Masclat (46350), a small village in Quercy in the Lot department, offers one of the region's most original events each summer: a night-time car boot sale organized as part of its Fête Votive. On the Place du Foirail, the lively heart of the village, around a hundred exhibitors set up from 6 p.m. to offer their second-hand items by the light of the evening. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., offering a special and festive atmosphere that daytime car boot sales cannot match.

A Unique Night-time Formula in the Lot

The night-time formula of the Masclat car boot sale is its great originality. As the summer heat subsides in the evening, exhibitors set up and visitors arrive in a cooler, more relaxed atmosphere. Lanterns, village lights, and the conviviality typical of Fêtes Votives create a magical atmosphere that distinguishes this event from all classic car boot sales. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., it's a real night-time celebration held around the stalls of bargain hunters and sellers.

The Place du Foirail, an Ideal Setting

The Place du Foirail in Masclat is the village's natural gathering space. Once a place for fairs and livestock markets, it retains its role as a festive and community space today. Its size comfortably accommodates around a hundred exhibitors and their tables, while leaving room for visitors to circulate. The picturesque setting of the Quercy village in the background contributes to the special charm of this summer event.

A Hundred Exhibitors in the Fête Votive Atmosphere

Approximately 100 private exhibitors take over the Place du Foirail for this night-time car boot sale. In the convivial spirit of the Fêtes Votives, sellers and buyers share an atmosphere of collective joy. The items offered are varied: clothing, toys, books, crockery, vinyl records, old tools, trinkets, and other curiosities from the attics and cellars of the inhabitants. Catering and a refreshment stand, essential during the Fête Votive, complete the setup for a full and memorable evening.

Masclat and the Quercy Fête Votive

The Fête Votive is a deeply rooted tradition in the culture of Quercy villages. In Masclat, as in many villages in the Lot, the Fête Votive is the time of year when the entire community comes together to celebrate. The night-time car boot sale is part of this festive tradition as a modern and popular element that attracts both the villagers and visitors passing through the region. Masclat is a rural commune in Quercy, between the Lot and Célé valleys, in a preserved natural environment.

Practical Information

The Masclat Night-time Car Boot Sale is held annually at Place du Foirail, 46350 Masclat, as part of the Fête Votive. Times: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Approximately 100 private exhibitors. Free admission. Catering and refreshment stands on site.