The town of Saint-Martin-du-Var is preparing to celebrate Saint Martin's Day on Tuesday, November 10, and Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Festivities will kick off on Tuesday at 6 PM with a torchlight procession departing from the school, followed by a fireworks display behind the sports complex. The municipality will offer an aperitif to attendees.
On Wednesday, November 11, the day will begin at 9:30 AM with a high mass, followed by a procession in honor of Saint Martin. At 11 AM, a solemn ceremony will take place at the war memorial, with the participation of elementary school children.
The morning will continue at 11:30 AM with folk dances presented by Li Arendoula and the Fifres et Tambours de la Roquette, preceding another aperitif offered by the Municipality. At 12 PM, hunters from Soucca Negra will prepare a traditional wild boar stew, served with polenta by the Festival Committee, available for dining in or take-away.
In the afternoon, at 2:30 PM, a chestnut tasting will be offered by the Festival Committee. Throughout the day, local merchants and artisans will also be present to add to the festive atmosphere.
The municipality extends its sincere thanks to the Festival Committee, the hunting association Soucca Negra, various associations, volunteers, and everyone contributing to keeping local traditions alive. Mr. Hervé Paul, Mayor of Saint-Martin-du-Var, and his municipal team invite everyone to share in these wonderful moments of celebration and conviviality.
In case of inclement weather, the festivities scheduled for November 11 may be postponed to the following day.
