La Fete du Cognac Festival

La Fête du Cognac is a vibrant annual festival held in Cognac, France, celebrating the region’s iconic spirit alongside its rich culinary and cultural heritage. Taking place in July near Parc François 1er, this three-day event blends conviviality with festivity, offering visitors a chance to savor cognac in various forms—neat, in cocktails, or paired with local dishes like oysters and Charentais melon—served from six lively bars and rustic food cabanas along the port. The festival, born from a group of young farmers’ vision to promote their terroir, features three nights of high-energy concerts with renowned artists, drawing around 24,000 attendees each year. Run entirely by volunteers, La Fête du Cognac embodies a true community spirit, making it a must-visit for those seeking an authentic taste of the Charente region’s traditions and modern flair.