Olive Festival in Ollioules, 35th edition
place Jean Jaurès
83190 Ollioules
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Presentation
Come and discover the olive-growing heritage of our beautiful city through local producer stands, tastings, olive-related workshops, and much more at this 35th edition!
Ask for the program at reception!
Schedule for the 2-Day Festival
Saturday, October 3
All day
Live music in the streets and squares featuring the band Ni d’Oc Ni d’Ailleurs and the Orgue de Barbarie Galante.
9:30 a.m. — Place Jean Jaurès
OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY
In the presence of Robert BENEVENTI, Mayor of Ollioules, Dominique RIGHI, Deputy Mayor in charge of festivities, guests of honor, the City Council, the Official Ollioules Festival Committee, the Friends of the Olive Tree, the Rameau d’Argent, and the Ollioules folk group Lei Flour.
3:00 p.m. — Place Victor Clement
CHAPTER OF THE RAMEAU D’ARGENT
With the Commanderie du Rameau d’Argent.
3:45 p.m. — Salle Jean Moulin
LECTURE WITH LES AMIS DE L’OLIVIER
Lecture presented by Julien BALAJAS on the topic:
“The Olive Scale Insect: A Review of Current Knowledge.”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
4:30 p.m. — Place Victor Clement
FOLKLORE DANCES
Featuring the group Lo Z’Oérin from Aussois and the Tubas d’Ollioules ensemble.
5:45 p.m. — Amphitheater, Place Jean Jaurès
AIOLI CONTEST
Open to all elected officials from the Toulon Provence Méditerranée Metropolis, the Var department, and the Sud Region.
Sunday, October 4
All day
Live music in the streets and squares featuring the group Escapado, the Galante barrel organ, and the Ollioules-based Provençal choir Oulièulo Canto.
8:30 a.m. — Saint-Laurent Church
MASS - Featuring Provençal songs by the Raïoulet de Six-Fours.
10:00 a.m. — Jean Moulin Hall
LECTURE WITH LES AMIS DE L’OLIVIER
Lecture presented by Jean-François BURGEVIN and Mathilde BERTHIER on the topic:
“From Olive to Oil: Understanding the Richness of Varieties.”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
10:15 a.m. — Place Victor Clément
FOLKLORIC DANCES
Featuring the Raïoulet de Six-Fours.
11:00 a.m. — Square de l’Europe
TRADITIONAL OLIVE TREE PLANTING
Procession starting from Place Victor Clément, featuring the Raïoulet de Six-Fours and the Provençal choir from Ollioules, Oulièulo Canto.
2:30 p.m. — Salle Jean Moulin
LECTURE WITH DR. MARTINE COTINAT
Lecture on the topic:
“The Mediterranean Diet: What’s New?”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
3:00 p.m. — Place Victor Clément
CONCERT BY THE OLLIOULES HARMONY ORCHESTRA
Conducted by Thomas RIGHI.
3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. — Oil Mill, Quiez neighborhood
GUIDED TOURS OF THE OLLIOULES CANTON OIL MILL
Dedicated shuttle from Place Lemoyne, departing at 3:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.
4:30 p.m. — Place Victor Clément
FOLKLORIC DANCES
Featuring the Tambourinaires de Sant Sumian from Brignoles.
4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. — Amphitheater, Place Jean Jaurès
AIOLI CONTEST
4:30 PM: Contest open only to children under 12.
5:30 PM: Contest open to everyone, featuring the Ollioules merchants’ association, So’O
Free admission, parking, and shuttles from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM!
Weekend Activities
Olive Oil Tastings and Pruning Demonstrations
Discover the aromas and flavors of olive oils through fun and expert-led tastings, open to everyone ages 10 and up, hosted by Les Amis de l’Olivier.
Three sessions are offered free of charge:
introductory;
in-depth (registration required);
special sessions for children.
Salle de la Criée aux Fleurs
Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Olive tree pruning demonstration at the Frédéric Mistral Garden:
Saturday, October 3, at 4:30 p.m.;
Sunday, October 4, at 2:30 p.m.
For everyone
ALL WEEKEND: Provençal atmosphere with live music. Festival hosted by Patrice Daniaud. Horse-drawn carriage rides and entertainment in the downtown streets.
ZANNI OIL MILL, a 17th-century oil mill on J.J. Rousseau Street: Guided tour by Daniel Patrie of the Ollioulais Heritage Research Group.
ESPACE BREMOND: In collaboration with the Amicale Ornithologique la Provençale, the “Birds from Here and Elsewhere” exhibition by the Var Departmental Council, a bird festival, and activities for children.
RUE MARCEAU: A street of artists, painters, sculptors, and mosaic artists, featuring the Palette Ollioulaise.
STREETS OF THE OLD TOWN: Tour of Ollioules’ artisan workshops, featuring nearly 30 artisans and master artisans. More information at the Galerie de l’Olivier, 5 Rue Gambetta.
G.R.P.O. OFFICE, 1 Rue Baudin: Exhibition of vintage equipment; donation of works by Mr. ORTALI
OLLIOULES CANTON OIL MILL, QUIEZ NEIGHBORHOOD: Guided tours on Sunday, October 6, at 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Free shuttle buses from Place Lemoyne, departing 15 minutes before the tours).
OLD MILL: Exhibition by the Imagiers Provençaux. Free admission
ANNEX OF THE OLD MILL: Demonstration by Mr. Bernard BARTHELEMY, beekeeper
GALERIE DE L’OLIVIER, 5 RUE GAMBETTA: Exhibition by Daniel CARREY, woodturner and Ollioules artisan. Free admission
COUVENT DES OBSERVANTINS: Exhibition “From Canvas to Stoneware Flowers: Robert Mendoze and Betzy Augeron,” presented by the association Les Amis des Musées d’Ollioules
OLLIOULES FLOWER AND OLIVE TREE MUSEUM: Exhibition “Miniatures and Tools” by Mr. HERMITTE and Mr. ORTALI, and olive wood models by Mr. SOULARD
HERITAGE HOUSE, METROPOLITAN HERITAGE MUSEUM, 20 RUE GAMBETTA: This residence, designated a historic monument, is one of the jewels of Ollioules’ architecture and the finest example of this type of urban residence in the region. Exceptionally open all weekend
FRÉDÉRIC MISTRAL GARDEN: Parakeet exhibition in the “dovecote” presented by the Amicale Ornithologique la Provençale.
HONORE PICHAUD SQUARE: “Le Coin Apéro”
A gourmet area bringing together winemakers, shellfish producers, cheese makers, and figatelli makers.
For children
MARCELLIN BERTHELOT STREET: Activities showcasing Ollioules’ traditional crafts
RUE HOCHE: Activities showcasing Ollioules’ traditional crafts
SALLE DE LA CRIEE AUX FLEURS / ESPACE PIERRE PUGET: Olive tree quiz for ages 7 to 14 with the Amis de l’Olivier.
ESPACE BREMOND: Children’s activities with the La Provençale Ornithological Society
PLACE MARIUS TROTOBAS: Basket-weaving workshop
10–12 RUE NATIONALE: Activities by Les Petits Débrouillards
JUSTICE DE PAIX: Activities with “La Marmite Gourmande”
RUE LOUTIN: Bicycle carousel and traditional wooden games
MOULIN DU LANÇON, RUE DU LANÇON: Activities with Célatelier
MUSÉE DE LA FLEUR D’OLLIOULES: 2 activity booklets for a fun-filled museum tour
LA RECREATION DE SOLENE, 9 RUE DU LANÇON: Lantern-making, flower coloring stations, and bouquet-making.
Access to the Ollioules Olive Tree Festival—Free Parking and Shuttles
BY CAR:
From AUBAGNE: Take the Route des Gorges / RN8
Recommended parking lots: P1 and P2 (Orlandi Parking Lots on Route Nationale 8)
10-minute walk to the heart of the festival.
From NICE (A50):
Take Exit 13 toward OLLIOULES or Exit 14 toward CHÂTEAUVALLON
Recommended parking lots with free shuttles: P4 (Stade Castellane) and P3 (Portes d’Ollioules and Toulon park-and-ride lots) on Sundays only
From MARSEILLE (A50): Take Exit 12.1 toward OLLIOULES or Exit 13 toward OLLIOULES
Recommended parking lots with free shuttle buses: P5 (Domaine Scolaire de la Castellane) and P6 (Marché Agricole).
Saturday, October 3
All day
Live music in the streets and squares featuring the band Ni d’Oc Ni d’Ailleurs and the Orgue de Barbarie Galante.
9:30 a.m. — Place Jean Jaurès
OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY
In the presence of Robert BENEVENTI, Mayor of Ollioules, Dominique RIGHI, Deputy Mayor in charge of festivities, guests of honor, the City Council, the Official Ollioules Festival Committee, the Friends of the Olive Tree, the Rameau d’Argent, and the Ollioules folk group Lei Flour.
3:00 p.m. — Place Victor Clement
CHAPTER OF THE RAMEAU D’ARGENT
With the Commanderie du Rameau d’Argent.
3:45 p.m. — Salle Jean Moulin
LECTURE WITH LES AMIS DE L’OLIVIER
Lecture presented by Julien BALAJAS on the topic:
“The Olive Scale Insect: A Review of Current Knowledge.”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
4:30 p.m. — Place Victor Clement
FOLKLORE DANCES
Featuring the group Lo Z’Oérin from Aussois and the Tubas d’Ollioules ensemble.
5:45 p.m. — Amphitheater, Place Jean Jaurès
AIOLI CONTEST
Open to all elected officials from the Toulon Provence Méditerranée Metropolis, the Var department, and the Sud Region.
Sunday, October 4
All day
Live music in the streets and squares featuring the group Escapado, the Galante barrel organ, and the Ollioules-based Provençal choir Oulièulo Canto.
8:30 a.m. — Saint-Laurent Church
MASS - Featuring Provençal songs by the Raïoulet de Six-Fours.
10:00 a.m. — Jean Moulin Hall
LECTURE WITH LES AMIS DE L’OLIVIER
Lecture presented by Jean-François BURGEVIN and Mathilde BERTHIER on the topic:
“From Olive to Oil: Understanding the Richness of Varieties.”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
10:15 a.m. — Place Victor Clément
FOLKLORIC DANCES
Featuring the Raïoulet de Six-Fours.
11:00 a.m. — Square de l’Europe
TRADITIONAL OLIVE TREE PLANTING
Procession starting from Place Victor Clément, featuring the Raïoulet de Six-Fours and the Provençal choir from Ollioules, Oulièulo Canto.
2:30 p.m. — Salle Jean Moulin
LECTURE WITH DR. MARTINE COTINAT
Lecture on the topic:
“The Mediterranean Diet: What’s New?”
Free admission. Please note: limited to 100 people.
3:00 p.m. — Place Victor Clément
CONCERT BY THE OLLIOULES HARMONY ORCHESTRA
Conducted by Thomas RIGHI.
3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. — Oil Mill, Quiez neighborhood
GUIDED TOURS OF THE OLLIOULES CANTON OIL MILL
Dedicated shuttle from Place Lemoyne, departing at 3:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.
4:30 p.m. — Place Victor Clément
FOLKLORIC DANCES
Featuring the Tambourinaires de Sant Sumian from Brignoles.
4:30 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. — Amphitheater, Place Jean Jaurès
AIOLI CONTEST
4:30 PM: Contest open only to children under 12.
5:30 PM: Contest open to everyone, featuring the Ollioules merchants’ association, So’O
Free admission, parking, and shuttles from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM!
Weekend Activities
Olive Oil Tastings and Pruning Demonstrations
Discover the aromas and flavors of olive oils through fun and expert-led tastings, open to everyone ages 10 and up, hosted by Les Amis de l’Olivier.
Three sessions are offered free of charge:
introductory;
in-depth (registration required);
special sessions for children.
Salle de la Criée aux Fleurs
Saturday, October 3, and Sunday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Olive tree pruning demonstration at the Frédéric Mistral Garden:
Saturday, October 3, at 4:30 p.m.;
Sunday, October 4, at 2:30 p.m.
For everyone
ALL WEEKEND: Provençal atmosphere with live music. Festival hosted by Patrice Daniaud. Horse-drawn carriage rides and entertainment in the downtown streets.
ZANNI OIL MILL, a 17th-century oil mill on J.J. Rousseau Street: Guided tour by Daniel Patrie of the Ollioulais Heritage Research Group.
ESPACE BREMOND: In collaboration with the Amicale Ornithologique la Provençale, the “Birds from Here and Elsewhere” exhibition by the Var Departmental Council, a bird festival, and activities for children.
RUE MARCEAU: A street of artists, painters, sculptors, and mosaic artists, featuring the Palette Ollioulaise.
STREETS OF THE OLD TOWN: Tour of Ollioules’ artisan workshops, featuring nearly 30 artisans and master artisans. More information at the Galerie de l’Olivier, 5 Rue Gambetta.
G.R.P.O. OFFICE, 1 Rue Baudin: Exhibition of vintage equipment; donation of works by Mr. ORTALI
OLLIOULES CANTON OIL MILL, QUIEZ NEIGHBORHOOD: Guided tours on Sunday, October 6, at 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Free shuttle buses from Place Lemoyne, departing 15 minutes before the tours).
OLD MILL: Exhibition by the Imagiers Provençaux. Free admission
ANNEX OF THE OLD MILL: Demonstration by Mr. Bernard BARTHELEMY, beekeeper
GALERIE DE L’OLIVIER, 5 RUE GAMBETTA: Exhibition by Daniel CARREY, woodturner and Ollioules artisan. Free admission
COUVENT DES OBSERVANTINS: Exhibition “From Canvas to Stoneware Flowers: Robert Mendoze and Betzy Augeron,” presented by the association Les Amis des Musées d’Ollioules
OLLIOULES FLOWER AND OLIVE TREE MUSEUM: Exhibition “Miniatures and Tools” by Mr. HERMITTE and Mr. ORTALI, and olive wood models by Mr. SOULARD
HERITAGE HOUSE, METROPOLITAN HERITAGE MUSEUM, 20 RUE GAMBETTA: This residence, designated a historic monument, is one of the jewels of Ollioules’ architecture and the finest example of this type of urban residence in the region. Exceptionally open all weekend
FRÉDÉRIC MISTRAL GARDEN: Parakeet exhibition in the “dovecote” presented by the Amicale Ornithologique la Provençale.
HONORE PICHAUD SQUARE: “Le Coin Apéro”
A gourmet area bringing together winemakers, shellfish producers, cheese makers, and figatelli makers.
For children
MARCELLIN BERTHELOT STREET: Activities showcasing Ollioules’ traditional crafts
RUE HOCHE: Activities showcasing Ollioules’ traditional crafts
SALLE DE LA CRIEE AUX FLEURS / ESPACE PIERRE PUGET: Olive tree quiz for ages 7 to 14 with the Amis de l’Olivier.
ESPACE BREMOND: Children’s activities with the La Provençale Ornithological Society
PLACE MARIUS TROTOBAS: Basket-weaving workshop
10–12 RUE NATIONALE: Activities by Les Petits Débrouillards
JUSTICE DE PAIX: Activities with “La Marmite Gourmande”
RUE LOUTIN: Bicycle carousel and traditional wooden games
MOULIN DU LANÇON, RUE DU LANÇON: Activities with Célatelier
MUSÉE DE LA FLEUR D’OLLIOULES: 2 activity booklets for a fun-filled museum tour
LA RECREATION DE SOLENE, 9 RUE DU LANÇON: Lantern-making, flower coloring stations, and bouquet-making.
Access to the Ollioules Olive Tree Festival—Free Parking and Shuttles
BY CAR:
From AUBAGNE: Take the Route des Gorges / RN8
Recommended parking lots: P1 and P2 (Orlandi Parking Lots on Route Nationale 8)
10-minute walk to the heart of the festival.
From NICE (A50):
Take Exit 13 toward OLLIOULES or Exit 14 toward CHÂTEAUVALLON
Recommended parking lots with free shuttles: P4 (Stade Castellane) and P3 (Portes d’Ollioules and Toulon park-and-ride lots) on Sundays only
From MARSEILLE (A50): Take Exit 12.1 toward OLLIOULES or Exit 13 toward OLLIOULES
Recommended parking lots with free shuttle buses: P5 (Domaine Scolaire de la Castellane) and P6 (Marché Agricole).
On site
Nouveau critère de recherche (Fr)
Spoken languages
Services
Pets welcome
Equipments
Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Openings & pricing
Horaires
From Saturday 3 to Sunday 4 October 2026 between 10 am and 6 pm.
Tarifs
Free access.
Mise à jour le 15/09/2026
Par Office de Tourisme Provence Méditerranée
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aux Trophées de la Communication 2023
