Festivals in Réunion Island

Festivals

Season or date: October to November

Festival of lights celebrated by the Indian community. Temples and streets are decorated with illuminations.

Season or date: January or February

Tamil penitential procession. Participants pierce their bodies with needles while walking to temples.

Season or date: June 21

Music Day. Free concerts are held across the island with all-night dancing.

Season or date: Mid-October

One of the world's most grueling trail races: over 170km with 10,000m elevation gain.

Season or date: December 20

Celebration of the 1848 abolition of slavery. Features music, dance, and Creole cuisine.

Season or date: Late May to June

Major outdoor music event featuring national and international artists.

Season or date: Late January to February

The Chinese community celebrates with lion dances and firecrackers in Saint-Denis old town.

Season or date: July 14

French National Day. Fireworks and military band parades.

Season or date: October

Spice festival held in Saint-Joseph celebrating chili peppers.

Season or date: July

Held in Saint-Philippe. Vanilla farm tours and product sales.