Lyon’s Festival of Lights is an annual event that celebrates the lighting of candles throughout the city, illuminating streets, buildings and monuments for four nights. This tradition dates back to the 17th century and commemorates the city’s protection against the plague.
The POLLUTEC trade show in Lyon is an international event dedicated to technologies and solutions for the environment and energy. Held every two years, it brings together exhibitors from all over the world, as well as professionals, researchers and political decision-makers, to exchange ideas and innovative solutions for a sustainable future.
The Bocuse d’Or is a world-renowned international culinary competition held every two years in Lyon, as part of the SIRHA trade show, one of the biggest events in the hotel and catering industry. The world’s most talented chefs compete for the title of Bocuse d’Or champion, preparing exceptional dishes in front of an audience of food industry professionals. The competition was created in 1987 by the famous French chef Paul Bocuse, and is considered one of the world’s most prestigious culinary events.