Festival peasant market is making a comeback!

- Jackson Avery

With more than 30 stands of producers, entertainment, concerts and shows for young and old, this large agricultural event not to be missed will also be an opportunity to celebrate 40 years of school at the farm.

On Sunday September 7, the French-speaking terroir meets the Venoge stable in Vufflens-la-Ville (VD). After several editions canceled because of the COVID, the peasant market holiday makes its comeback in a festive, gourmet and friendly atmosphere. The 2025 edition also marks the 40th anniversary of the École à la Ferme, a pioneer initiative to bring children closer to the peasant world – values ​​shared by the Roman market association.

Local and quality

Since 1999, this biennial event has brought together those who defend a local and quality food. More than 30 producers’ stands will be present, as well as a dozen French -speaking agricultural institutions. We will find there all the richness of the terroir, live from the farms.

On the program: market from 10 a.m., clown shows at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., a official party at 12 p.m., concert at 4 p.m. and closure of the market at 5 p.m. Throughout the day: music in wandering, treasure hunt, biodiversity route, mini-zoo, donkey rides and in tractor guided by GPS, as well as many activities offered by the school on the farm and the agricultural institutions present.

The bar and the canteen will offer dishes and drinks from farms members of the association, while the Vaud peasant women will take care of desserts. The bar and a food truck will remain open until 10 p.m., with a DJ set to extend the party.

Do you want to do your shopping in the open air, meet those who feed us, or just have a good time in the countryside? See you on September 7 in Vufflens-la-Ville. Info and list of exhibitors on www.marchepaysan.ch and Instagram @association_marche_paysan.

In partnership with “Taste Week”

Jackson Avery

Jackson Avery

I’m a journalist focused on politics and everyday social issues, with a passion for clear, human-centered reporting. I began my career in local newsrooms across the Midwest, where I learned the value of listening before writing. I believe good journalism doesn’t just inform — it connects.