Already in March? Although we’re surprised that time has gone by so quickly, we’re delighted that winter is coming to an end. We’ll be able to enjoy the outside world and the beauty of nature once again, as well as the many activities taking place in Bordeaux in March 2025! Festivals, getaways, restaurants, exhibitions… there’s something for everyone!
1. Attend the Bordeaux Rock Festival
Do you love rock? In Bordeaux, it’s hard to miss with venues like the Rock School Barbey! And there’s good news: in 2025, the Bordeaux Rock Festival returns on March 14 and 16, 2025 for an edition that’s more vibrant than ever! For 20 years, this festival has been showcasing the local, French and international independent rock scene. This year, the 4-day event will welcome bands such as Astéréotypie, Bruit Noir, Peter Perrett and Bryan’s Magic Tears. The eclectic line-up is sure to surprise and thrill you with the rock you love!
📍 Salle des Fêtes de Bordeaux Grand Parc – 39 Cr de Luze, 33300 Bordeaux
📅 From Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 March 2025
2. Discover new exhibitions at Bassins des Lumières
The Bassins des Lumières always offer exceptional events! From February 21, 2025, two immersive exhibitions await you: “L’Égypte des Pharaons, de Khéops à Ramses II” and “Les Orientalistes : Ingres, Delacroix, Gérôme”. Immerse yourself in the world of pyramids, pharaohs and Orientalist paintings, through an experience combining history, art and technology!
📍 Imp. Brown de Colstoun, 33300 Bordeaux
3. Attend a Bridgerton candlelight concert
📍 Location: Théâtre le Trianon
4. Try one of Bordeaux’s best Japanese restaurants
Bordeaux is bursting with delicious Japanese restaurants. To satisfy your taste buds, we’ve selected the city’s best establishments! March is the perfect time to savor this refined cuisine: noodles, bentos and raw fish await you!
5. See the Goya exhibition
Francisco de Goya, exiled for political reasons, spent the last four years of his life in Bordeaux.The exhibition dedicated to him reveals a fascinating overview of his work, ahead of the major retrospective planned for the anniversary of his death in 2028. Some twenty prints are on show at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux, immersing visitors in the world of this Spanish genius.
📍 20 Cr d’Albret, 33000 Bordeaux
⏱️ Until April 13, 2025
6. Visit the smallest village in France
Perched on a rocky outcrop, the village of Castelmoron d’Albret (you’ve got to admit, it’s got a nice ring to it!) is one of Gironde’s medieval treasures. Listed as a Monument Historique since 1973, this charming site lies just 60 kilometers southeast of Bordeaux, in the Entre-deux-Mers region. It’s the perfect place for a peaceful weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the city (although Bordeaux remains a rather quiet town).
7. See the Indochine concert at the Arkéa Arena
The Arkéa Arena, Bordeaux’s legendary venue, plays host to numerous artists throughout the year. And good news: from March 4 to 8, the band Indochine will be on stage! “Trois nuits par semaine”, “J’ai demandé à la lune”, “Et soudain surgit face au vent, le vrai héros de tous les temps”… Do you know them? Why not come and sing them with the band? Many other concerts await you in Bordeaux!
📍 48-50 Av. Jean Alfonséa, 33270 Floirac
8. Enjoy the Spring Pleasure Fair
The Foire aux plaisirs returns every year from February 21 to March 23, 2025, much to our delight! Over 200 rides, attractions and confectionery stands await you. It will be held on the Place des Quinconces every day, from 11am to midnight (until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays). Make room for a churro or cotton candy and climb aboard the attractions from 2pm!
📍 Place des Quinconces, 33000 Bordeaux
9. Try one of Bordeaux’s best coffee shops
Morning coffee is sacred. That’s why Bordeaux Secret explored the city to list the best coffee shops in the metropolis and, believe us, it awakened our taste buds! If gentrification has one upside, it’s the blossoming of cozy places serving coffees accompanied by magnificent touches of latte art!