Main Events
Throughout the years, a number of events took place on Place Bellecour :
- In winter, an ice rink is installed.
- There are sometimes concerts and events including a book fair or a distribution of the "Petit Paumé".
- It is also often the passage location of many students or trade union demonstrations.
- On the weekend of Pentecost, there is a contest of pétanque.
- Every Friday night, the square is the starting point of a roller ride .
- In winter, a 60-meters Ferris wheel is installed on the Place Antonin Poncet. Since 2006, due to extensive works, the wheel is located a few meters further, on the Place Bellecour. It is dismantled in early March.
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