What’s On 07 – 14/04

Tuesday, April 7:

Uzès:

The family vide grenier will take place on April 11, on the esplanade, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you wish to participate, it costs 10€ for 5 meters and you must register by phone. // 07 81 86 20 97.

Blauzac:

Another “Avril en Balade” event is planned for Wednesday April 8^th in Blauzac. This will be a free poetic walk on the Capitelles site offered by Marie Shenck from the youth and culture centre. The walk will be punctuated by poems by Raymond Queneau, and you will have the opportunity to reveal your talents as a poet inspired by Queneau’s words. It’s this Wednesday, starting at 9:30 am. Please register on the Uzès tourist office website. www.uzes-pontdugard.com.

Wednesday 8 April:

Blauzac:

Don’t forget the Avril en Balade, free poetic walk in Blauzac along the Capitelles trail. It is offered by Marie Shenck from the youth and culture centre. This is an easy 1.5 hour walk which offers you the chance to discover numerous dry-stone shelters from the 18^th and 19^th centuries while being entertained by the poems Raymond Queneau. It takes place tomorrow Wednesday 8^th of April, starting at 9:30 am. It is free but you must register in advance on the Uzès tourist office website. www.uzes-pontdugard.com.

Uzès:

As part of the Chemin de Musique program, a concert for young audiences will be given this Thursday evening April 9^th at the Ombrière Cultural Center. It is called « the Queen of the potatoes » or “la Reine des patates”. Thomas Pitiot is back with a new show of sunny rhythms accompanied by his two talented musicians on drums and keyboards for an hour of brand new songs. The entrance fee will be 5€, and it starts at 7pm. You are advised to reserve as soon as possible on the Lombriere website: www.lombriere.fr.

Montaren:

Another Avril en Balade walk, with a water theme, is being offered in Montaren this Thursday afternoon, entitled « along the water, at the mercy of the wind ». You will discover the wells and mills of Montaren by walking from the hill of Carcarie to the banks of the Rieu via the old center of the village. A snack will be offered at the end of the walk. The walk starts at 2 p.m., this Thursday. It is free, but you must book in advance on the Uzès Tourist Office website: www.uzes-pontdugard.com.

Thursday, April 9:

Uzès:

As part of the Journées Européennes des métiers d’art (European Artistic Crafts Festival), the bookbinding studio “Le Livre dans la Peau” is opening its doors to give public demonstrations of bookbinding. It’s open from 9 AM to noon and then from 1 PM to 6 PM. and admission is free. // 06 26 90 49 66.

The Université Populaire and Daniela Alcamisi are offering two dance workshops this Saturday afternoon. The first workshop will be dedicated to Rock ’n’ Roll for beginners; it will begin at 2:15 PM, for a one-and-a-half-hour introductory session. The second will be an introductory workshop to Latino-style dancing, set to Latin rhythms. It will begin at 4 PM. Each of these introductory sessions costs €11 per member. They’ll be held in the Annexe of the Université Populaire, 1 bis Avenue du Général Vincent. Information and registration via the Université Populaire site: www.up-uzege.com.

Friday, April 10:

Blauzac:

The “Blauz’Arts” exhibition, held at the Blauzac Temple, features 10 artists from Blauzac. The exhibition features plant-based creations, drawings, paintings, photographs, sculptures, stained glass and even poetry. The opening reception will take place this Friday at 6:30 PM and the exhibition is open, free of charge, until Sunday, April 19.

Uzès:

The Journées européennes des métiers d’art, the “JEMA”, (European Artistic craft festival) returns to Uzès on April 10, 11, and 12. This is a chance to discover some unique craftsmanship, at the Hôtel de Ville (City Hall) and in the town’s various workshops and boutiques. As part of this 3-day event, the haras national (National Stud Farm) proposes a themed event dedicated to craftsmanship centered around the workhorse. This particular event starts at 10 AM this Friday and admission is free upon registration, via the Uzès tourist office website: www.uzes-pontdugard.com. For more information, visit the JEMA 2026 page on the Uzès website. // www.uzes.fr, under “Discover Uzès”, then “Things to see and do”, then “Diary”. Tel: 04 66 03 10 72.

Vers-Pont-du-Gard:

The Rencontres intercommunales de chorales (Intercommunal Choir Festival) is presenting a special concert this Saturday. Seven choirs and 150 singers will come together to perform a wide variety of pieces that offer a musical experience for all lovers of song. It takes place this Saturday at 2:30 PM, at the Maison de la Pierre, in Vers. The show lasts 3½ hours and admission is free. // 04 66 37 67 67. www.cc-pontdugard.fr.

Saturday, April 11:

Uzès:

The Journées européennes des métiers d’art, the JEMA, (European Artistic craft festival) returns to Uzès on April 10, 11, and 12. under the heading “Le Coeur à l’ouvrage”. You’ll discover unique craftsmanship, at the City Hall and in the town’s various workshops and boutiques. For more information, visit the JEMA 2026 page on the Uzès website. // www.uzes.fr. It’s under “Discover Uzès”, then “Things to see and do”, then “Diary”. Tel: 04 66 03 10 72.

The new exhibition, entitled “Dans la gueule du lion” (Into the Lion’s Den) is on display at the Uzès Médiathèque (multimedia library). It features fire-fighting scenes and portraits of firefighters from the Gard region, through the drawings and engravings of Franco-Canadian artist David Maes. The opening reception is this Saturday at 4 PM and the exhibition runs until May 16.

This Saturday, also, the “Big Family” event kicks off at noon in the Jardin de l’Evêché. This large intergenerational festival will offer all kinds of workshops for families, as well as a giant hopscotch court, roller dancing and hula hooping. For the youngest visitors, there’s a Kids Club with games, stories, creative workshops on Hawaii and Japan, and a treasure hunt. There’ll even be a Doggie Bar with doggie-stimulation games and dog-training workshops. Finally, in the evening, successive DJ sets will occupy the stage until midnight. On-site, there will be a Big Bar and a Cocktail Bar and, of course, food trucks offering a wide variety of dining options.

As part of the “Colors and Sounds of Easter” festival, there’s a fascinating concert of traditional Ukrainian Orthodox Easter hymns this Saturday, at the Uzès Protestant Temple (le Temple d’Uzès), featuring the Nouveau Choeur, a superb Ukrainian choir. Before the concert, there’ll be a mini-exhibition of large Ukrainian Easter eggs, in the front courtyard of the Temple. The concert is at 8 PM this Saturday, with free admission and a “hat” for donations. Reservations at: www.nouveauchoeur.fr.

On a different note, this Saturday evening will feature the election of “Miss Pays d’Uzès 2026”. Audience members will be asked to vote for their favorite candidate among the 13 contestants. The event will take place at the hall of the Ancien Evêché, with food available on-site. Admission is €10; the event starts at 8 PM and is free for children. // 06 85 89 75 41. comitemisslr@gmail.com.

Foissac:

A Pop/Rock evening, organized by the “Chœur de village” choir, awaits you this Saturday at the community hall. The event will feature the group Exuvia. Admission is free, it starts 7:30 PM, and there’s food available on-site.

Pont-du-Gard and Moussac:

Two classical guitar concerts, under the title “Guitares au Pont,” will be held this Saturday at the Pitot Hall, at the Pont-du-Gard, the first at 2 PM and the second at 7:30 PM. The concerts will bring together 104 students from 8 conservatories in the Gard region, who will perform a composition by Nicolas Kahn.

In addition, at 6:00 PM this Sunday, at the Protestant Temple in Moussac, 25 guitar students from the Nîmes Conservatory of Music will perform, with a special guest appearance by Patrick Roux (an internationally renowned Canadian composer and guitarist).

Sunday, April 12:

Uzès:

The Journées européennes des métiers d’art (European Artistic craft festival), known as JEMA, returns to Uzès on April 10, 11 and 12, under the theme of “Le Coeur à l’ouvrage” (hard to translate but it refers to putting passion into your work). Some unique craftsmanship will be on view, at the Uzès Hotel de Ville (City Hall) and in the town’s various workshops and boutiques. For more information, visit the JEMA 2026 page on // www.uzes.fr. You’ll find it under “Discover Uzès”, then “Things to see and do”, then “Diary”.

St Quentin la Poterie:

Throughout the weekend, the European Artistic Crafts Days (JEMA) will highlight the expertise of the village’s potters and ceramicists. On this occasion, the Jeanne Mirocler Gallery will open its doors to showcase sculptures in ceramic stoneware and porcelain. You can find the full program for this festival at www.capitale-ceramique.com. // 04 66 22 74 38.

The spring/summer boutique éphémère welcomes you at the intercommunal community center, from today until Wednesday. You’ll find lots of secondhand clothing and accessories for children and adults, all in excellent condition. // 04 66 22 42 07. There’s more info on the centre social intercommunal site: www.csipmf.fr.

Vallabrix:

The equestrian center, L’Étrier de l’Uzège, is hosting an Easter-egg hunt this Sunday. The delightful program includes pony rides and a snack. It takes place from 2 PM to 5 PM, and costs €35 per child. Registration must be made by phone. // 06 71 10 37 37.

St Laurent la Vernède:

To celebrate spring, the association “Chansonyme” invites you to a duo concert by singer-songwriters Matthieu Roche and Vincent Tiberghien, featuring a blend of pop and folk. The event takes place this Sunday at 6:00 PM at the St Laurent la Vernède community hall, with “pay-what-you-can” admission.

Moussac:

A classical guitar concert will be held this Sunday at the Temple de Moussac, given by 25 guitar students from the Nîmes Conservatory of Music, with a special guest appearance by Patrick Roux, a renowned Canadian composer and guitarist. The event starts at 6 PM and admission is free.

Montaren:

The Abrix Bar invites you to a musical evening at the Mas de Varangle, this coming Friday, April 17. The evening’s lineup features Tom Thurgate on guitar and vocals, for a folk and groove-inspired set, followed by “The Forcefields”, for an experience blending live music and film. In the kitchen, chef Susan Seagram will treat you to a scrumptious feast. Doors open at 6 PM, concert at 8 PM, with “pay-what-you-wish” admission.

Collias:

This evening, Sunday April 12, lovers of baroque vocal music will be intrigued by an Easter concert by the Concentus 16/18 quintet, at the church in Collias, featuring Easter music by Schutz, Buxtehude, Charpentier, Caldara and Monteverdi. The program is entitled “Passion, Resurrection and Glory.” While not a professional group, Concentus 16/18 performs admirably, drawing the audience in by its intelligence and commitment to this glorious and challenging repertoire. The concert starts at 6 PM, in Collias church. Entry is free, with a hat at the end, for voluntary contributions.

Monday, April 13:

Arpaillargues:

The Deleuze-Rochetin domain is hosting a new exhibition, entitled “Ma terre et matières. Its theme – the earth as origin, material and memory – is presented by the “Différent” collective, featuring pottery from the Morocco’s Rif Mountain region, sculptures by Nicolas Flachot and instinctive paintings by PEM. This unique exhibition runs until May 10. Two storytelling sessions by actress Sophie Duez are scheduled for April 18 and May 2, at 4:30 PM. Reservation required by phone. // 07 66 54 42 82.

Valliguières:

An exhibition entitled “Cyanotypes”, by artist Marion Soulet, is on display at the Henri Veneau Library. Cyanotype is an old photographic process that uses sunlight to produce a cyan-colored print. This exhibition is open during the library’s regular hours. // 07 82 86 59 51. marion.cyanophotoart@gmail.com.

Vers-Pont-du-Gard:

For the April break, a 3-day judo and multi-sport camp is offered for children ages 6 and up. The program includes a tree-top adventure course (on Wednesday) and cabin building and orienteering, making three days of sports and fun. It will take place from April 27 to April 29 and costs €85 for three days, or €30 per day. Morning and evening childcare before the camp is available for an additional €5 per day. For information and registration, visit the link in our online calendar:

https://form.jotform.com/promorgandallacosta/formulaire

The event is organized by the Verspontdugard Judo Club.

Foissac:

During the upcoming spring break, the Équilibre 30 circus school is offering a camp for children. This will take place from April 20–24 and April 27–30. Morning sessions are for ages 4–6 and afternoon sessions for ages 7 and up. The cost is €80 for younger children and €100 for the older age group. Registration is by phone or email. // 06 80 62 22 57. equilibre30700@gmail.com.

Tuesday, April 14:

St Quentin la Poterie:

The spring/summer boutique éphémère welcomes you at the intercommunal community center, until this Wednesday. Here, you’ll find lots of secondhand clothing and accessories for children and adults, all in excellent condition. // 04 66 22 42 07. There’s more info on the centre social intercommunal site: www.csipmf.fr.

Gaujac:

The association Le Sourire de Carine, which works to provide schooling for orphans in Cameroon and to improve living conditions for that country’s pregnant women, is organizing two events on April 18 and 19. On Saturday, April 18, there will be a big festive day with plenty of free activities. The program includes percussion lessons, a talk entitled “Show Me How to Learn,” tastings of Moroccan specialties, a talk entitled “Clear Your Mind Every Day,” African storytelling, African dance and a concert by percussionists. To round out this terrific day, an African dinner will be served, followed by an Afro dance party that you definitely won’t want to miss! Admission is free, and the event will take place at the Gaujac community center.

The following day, Sunday, April 19, in the afternoon, still at the community center, the association will host its charity lottery, with lots of prizes to be won, including tickets to amusement parks and a boat trip for 6 people, worth € 800. They hope to see many of you there. For more information, visit the association’s website: lesouriredecarine.org or call 06 44 10 41 79.