The Mois de l'Architecture Occitanie 2026 is a regional festival of architecture and design, held in Montpellier from 14 to 21 October. It brings together the region's built environment and the people who shape it, and it makes a natural visit for anyone interested in how cities are designed and how they change.
What the festival offers
The festival is a celebration of design across Occitanie, with Montpellier as its setting. Its focus sits on two things: the city's architectural heritage and the bolder contemporary work that is taking shape alongside it. For a visitor, this means a chance to look at familiar streets and squares with a more deliberate eye.
Exploring the city
- Walk through Montpellier's buildings and urban spaces, noticing how older fabric meets newer design.
- Consider how the city's public spaces are arranged and used, as a way of reading its character.
- Take the time to see how architecture and urban life connect in a city that is still growing and reshaping itself.
Meeting the people behind the work
Beyond the buildings, the festival gives visitors a way to engage with the creative minds working on Occitanie's future. For those who like to understand the thinking behind a project as well as its appearance, this is often the most rewarding part of a visit.
Visitors planning a trip should check the festival's programme for specific events, venues and timings, as these are not set out here. Montpellier itself offers plenty to see and do during the same week, so a stay of several days lets you combine the festival with the city around it.