In this magnificent city, where architecture is a spectacle for the eyes every day, it’s not hard to find romantic places and inspiration to talk about love! After all, Bordeaux is known as the “little Paris” and everyone knows that Paris is the city of love, so we must be a little too. Whether you’re in a relationship or not (giving love to yourself is also part of Valentine’s Day), Bordeaux will charm you in February 2025 with activities that are just as fun and surprising as in previous months!
1. Try one of France’s best restaurants
According to The Fork‘s top 100 restaurants in France, Bordeaux’s Michelin restaurants Arcada (average price: €30) and Madame B (average price: €39) rank 11th and 12th respectively! There’s a reason why Bordeaux is famous for its gastronomy! So whether it’s for a special occasion or just for your own pleasure, we highly recommend sampling the “inventive cuisine” or “refined dishes” at these culinary nuggets!
2. Go to the Salon International d’Art Contemporain in early February
For its 8th edition, the Salon International d’Art Contemporain invites you to celebrate art in all its forms by discovering emerging talents and established artists! Whether you’re an art lover or simply curious, you can admire (or even buy) paintings, photographs or sculptures, and meet artists and gallery owners from all over the world! You’ll be able to share your emotions about their works and discover what inspired them!
⏱️Vendredi: 4pm to 11pm / Saturday: 10am to 8pm / Sunday: 10am to 7pm
🎟️ Price: €10
3. See a Charlie Chaplin film in ciné concert on February 15
You all know that legendary moustache topped with that famous hat? But have you ever seen one of his films? If not, so much the better! Because you’re about to discover one of these masterpieces under exceptional circumstances! Pianist Adèle Pistone and musician Pascal Pistone accompany the short films with classical and jazz improvisations! A combo that promises to stir the emotions!
4. See the play “Le chat de Molière” (Molière’s cat)
At Bordeaux Secret, we love cats! So a play about a cat? We can’t pass it up! Gérard Linsolas ‘ play is about a man who claims to be the reincarnation of Molière’s cat. He tells us all about his life, including how he elevated an upholsterer to the rank of France’s greatest playwright, no less! But can you really believe the words of a cat? Come and see this exceptional creation at the Petit Théâtre de Bordeaux from February 6 to March 2, 2025.
5. Attend the UBB Rugby match against Clermont
In Bordeaux, we’re rugby fans! That’s why we love going to the Stade Chaban Delmas to watch our team Bordeaux Bègles play live! And if there’s one match you don’t want to miss, it’s the one on February 22 against Clermont! If you’re a fan of passionate supporters and open-air entertainment, this is the sporting event for you! The UBB are waiting for you to pass the ball into the end zone!
6. See the Justice concert on February 5
Do the D-A-N-C-E, Do the D-A-N-C-E! The must-see electro duo is coming to Bordeaux in early February to make you dance, and one thing’s for sure: you won’t be disappointed! Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay are preparing an unforgettable concert to kick off the month of February in style! If you’re a music lover, we’ve listed the concerts you need to see in 2025!
7. Bordeaux International Jumping
Do you love horses? Do you love sport? Then you’re going to love attending the Jumping International de Bordeaux to see some great equestrian events. For the occasion, the world elite of this sport will be present and the riders will undoubtedly impress you! After 2 years without an edition, don’t miss this unique event at the Parc des Expositions from February 6 to 9, 2025.
8. Attend Chinese New Year in the streets of Bordeaux
Officially celebrated on January 29, 2025, Chinese New Year festivities in Bordeaux will take place on February 2 (yes, between two crêpes)! A unique experience awaits Bordeaux residents from 2:30 p.m. onwards at Place de la Victoire, where a procession will depart with the dragon and lion dance, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune for the coming year. The procession will follow its course through several of Bordeaux’s most emblematic streets, ending at 4:30 p.m. at the miroir d’eau.