Bayonne has the longest tradition of bull-fighting in France and there is a
ring beyond the walls of Grand Bayonne. The season runs between July and
September. Bull-fighting is part of the five-day Fêtes de Bayonne which starts
on the first Wednesday of August and attracts people from across the Basque
Country and beyond. Parades, music, dance, fireworks, food, and drink all
feature in the celebrations. Soon after the Assumption festival of 15 August
heralds a few more days of bull-fights.
There are also important festivals of Jazz (July), Bayonne ham (Holy Week),
theatre and
