46th Saint-Barnabé Fair in Les Herbiers
The great traditional Vendée bocage fair
About Saint-Barnabé Fair Herbiers
A Les Herbiers tradition for nearly half a century, the Saint-Barnabé Fair holds its 46th edition on 9-10 May 2026. A full weekend of commerce, entertainment, funfair and popular gathering in the downtown. Historic rendez-vous of the Vendée bocage combining exhibitors, market, sale and local traditions.
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.
Saint-Barnabé Fair Herbiers — edition 2026
The 46th Saint-Barnabé Fair in Les Herbiers is confirmed for Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2026 downtown. Two full days of traditional fair: exhibitors, local producers, artisans, funfair, entertainment. Organised by the town hall. Free entry.
Prices Saint-Barnabé Fair Herbiers 2026
Practical information — Saint-Barnabé Fair Herbiers
Practical information
Where
Downtown Les Herbiers, 85500.
2026 dates
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2026.
Hours
All day.
Organisation
Town hall.
Entry
Free.
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Where does it take place Saint-Barnabé Fair Herbiers
Centre-ville des Herbiers
Centre-ville des Herbiers, 85500 Les Herbiers