On September 19, 2025, the Velleron farmers' market will be transformed into Gourmands Square : aioli competition, tastings, entertainment and fanfare: a festive and 100% local evening not to be missed!

A friendly and gourmet evening

On Friday, September 19, 2025, from 18 p.m. to 22:30 p.m., the famous Velleron farmers' market transforms into a high place of celebration and gastronomy to welcome The Place des Gourmands, one of the highlights of the Bien Bon festival.

On the program: producers, winemakers, chefs and local artisans gathered to celebrate the flavors of Grand Avignon. Between foodtrucks, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations and musical atmosphere, the evening promises to be as gourmet as it is festive.

Julie Vandal
Velleron

The Great Aioli Competition

Highlight of the evening: the aioli championship animated by the Master Chefs of France !

Open to all, this competition celebrates aioli, an iconic dish from Provence. Participants will have to prepare an aioli by hand in 20 minutes, using the ingredients provided.

To win :

  • 🏆 1st prize : A €150 gourmet voucher valid in a Maître Cuisinier de France restaurant
  • 🥈 2nd and 3rd prize : a crate of market produce (value €20)
  • 🎁 For all candidates: a Good Good apron and guide to the Master Chefs of France

A prestigious jury, composed of big names such as Serge Chenet, Patrice Leroy and Xavier Mathieu, will decide between budding talents.

Free registration – on site from 18 p.m., or pre-register online

Entertainment for the whole family

The evening will not be short of activities for young and old:

  • ???? Tasting workshop wines from Grand Avignon

  • 🍴 Live cooking and chef demonstrations

  • 👩🍳 Children's entertainment : cooking workshops, repotting aromatic plants, blind ice cream tests

  • ???? Live Fanfare for a festive and friendly atmosphere

And of course, the simple pleasure of strolling between the market stalls, filling your basket with local produce and sharing a meal outdoors.

The Velleron farmers' market, a local treasure

Julie Vandal
Velleron agricultural market

Ranked among the most authentic markets in Provence, the Velleron farmers' market is renowned for its selection of fresh produce and warm atmosphere. Fruits, vegetables, cheeses, honey, charcuterie… everything is offered directly by the producers.

With The Place des Gourmands, this emblematic market takes on the air of a great popular festival where Provençal conviviality reigns supreme.

Visitor information

📍 Velleron Farmers Market – Place Charles David
📅 Friday, September 19, 2025, from 18 p.m. to 22:30 p.m.
💸 Free entry

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