Food festivals in Lyon worth planning a trip around, by month.

Festivals through the year

Sirha Lyon ★ 4.7

JanuaryLate January, 5 days, biennialTicket needed

Sirha Lyon is the biennial international food-service trade show at Eurexpo Lyon, including the Bocuse d'Or world chef competition. Next edition January 21 to 25, 2027.

Focus: Food service trade show plus Bocuse d'Or

Tip: Book the Bocuse d'Or final day for the headline event; Eurexpo is 30 minutes by tram T3.

Eurexpo Lyon, Boulevard de l'Europe, 69680 Chassieu

Fete des Lumieres ★ 4.6

DecemberDecember 5 to 8, around the Marian feast day

Fete des Lumieres in Lyon is the four-night light festival around the December 8 Marian feast day, with vin chaud, hot chestnut, and bugnes carts across the city.

Focus: Lyonnais street food, vin chaud, hot chestnuts

Tip: Hotel rooms sell out three months ahead; book the December 6-7 weekend for the full programme.

Throughout Lyon city centre

Beaujolais Nouveau Day ★ 4.4

NovemberThird Thursday of November, plus the weekend

Beaujolais Nouveau in Lyon launches at midnight on the third Thursday of November every year, with the city's bouchons and wine bars pouring the new release.

Focus: Beaujolais Nouveau wine release

Tip: The Croix-Rousse natural-wine bars run the strongest Thursday-night programme.

Throughout Lyon and the Beaujolais wine villages

Food Festivals in Lyon, FAQ

When is the best time to eat in Lyon?

Peak food season in Lyon is year-round.

What time do people eat in Lyon?

Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.

How does tipping work in Lyon?

service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.

What is the one dish to try in Lyon?

Ask the next local you meet what they would order. Lyon rewards trust.

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