This weekend of February 14 and 15, 2026, offers more than just Valentine’s Day celebrations in and around Dieppe, France. Whether you’re planning family fun or a getaway with friends, there’s a wealth of activities to brighten your weekend, especially with the start of the winter school holidays lasting until March 2nd, bringing a flurry of events for all ages.
Dieppe Weekend Events: From Caregiver Support to Aeronautic Adventures
Discover a diverse range of activities in Dieppe and the surrounding region this weekend, catering to families, art enthusiasts, and those seeking unique experiences.
- A Valentine’s Day evening in Gruchet-Saint-Siméon supports local caregivers.
- Dieppe-Normandie Tourisme offers engaging activities for children during the school holidays.
- Aeronautics enthusiasts can explore the world of flight with Pilotes & Cie.
- The Museum of the History of Daily Life unveils a new exhibition on the evolution of telecommunications.
A new association, L’Étoile de Philippe, created in Dieppe earlier this January, aims to provide crucial moral support to families affected by illness by offering respite care through trained volunteers. To kickstart their efforts, the association is hosting a Valentine’s Day evening this Saturday, February 14, in Gruchet-Saint-Siméon. The event features a dinner followed by a performance of Maxime Fournerie’s new song and dance show, all to raise funds for caregivers and families in need. A dominoes competition will follow on Sunday, February 15, at 2:30 p.m.
Valentine’s Day evening: Saturday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m.; €25 per person, with a special menu for those under 10. Dominoes competition: Sunday, February 15 at 2:30 p.m.; €5 entry. Both events will be held at the Gruchet-Saint-Siméon village hall. Reservations can be made by calling 06 85 35 82 19.
Family Fun and Cultural Exploration
Dieppe-Normandie Tourisme is injecting excitement into the February school holidays with a series of activities designed to help visitors discover the city in a fun and educational way. From this Saturday until February 27, children aged 5 to 11 can participate in a special Dieppe quiz at the tourist office. The quiz tests observation skills and logic, with prizes including chocolates, goodies, and tickets to attractions like Pirate Island, mini golf, or bowling.
The tourist office is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. A guided tour is scheduled for Saturday, February 27 at 3 p.m., priced from €6.50 to €4.50. Reservations can be made online at www.dieppetourisme.com or by calling 02 32 14 40 60.
A Show for the Youngest Audiences
The cultural season of Falaises-du-Talou presents I overflowed, a show designed for toddlers, at the Saint-Jacques-d’Aliermont multipurpose room this Saturday, February 14, with performances at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
This cartoon show, geared towards children aged 3 and up, follows the adventures of Robert, a 5-year-old artist who struggles to stay within the lines when coloring. When he “overflows,” he’s taken to court by the coloring police, leading to a humorous and imaginative exploration of art and creativity.
The young audience show will be held Saturday, February 14 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at the Saint-Jacques-d’Aliermont multipurpose room. Admission is free with reservation at 02 35 04 37 75 or on the Falaises-du-Talou website.
Exploring the World of Aeronautics
This Saturday, February 14, Pilotes & Cie invites visitors of all ages to discover the fascinating world of aeronautics in Dieppe, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., at their new location in the Lorraine building on rue Jacques-Émile-Blanche.
The open house will feature air rockets and micro-rockets, aerodynamic experiments, displays of meteorites and impact craters, explorations of Earth, the Moon, and Mars, and a look at the history of aviation. It’s a chance to engage with enthusiasts, ask questions, and enjoy an educational experience with family and friends.
The open house takes place Saturday, February 14 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Lorraine building, rue Jacques-Émile-Blanche in Dieppe. Admission is free.
Theater and a Look Back at Telecommunications
On Sunday, February 15 at 8 p.m., the Dieppe company Jehan Ango will present Who is the boss? at the Baillard-du-Lys room in Tourville-la-Chapelle. This one-and-a-half-hour play, written by Guy Foissy, uses humor and absurd situations to examine human flaws like selfishness, manipulation, and the pursuit of power.
The theater performance is scheduled for Sunday, February 15 at 8 p.m. at the Salle Baillard-du-Lys in Tourville-la-Chapelle. Reservations can be made online at petitcaux.fr or at the ticket office of the Museum of the History of Daily Life, located in Saint-Martin-en-Campagne, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday. Tickets cost €5, and admission is free for children under 6.
A Journey Through Communication History
The Museum of the History of Daily Life, in Saint-Martin-en-Campagne, inaugurated its new temporary exhibition, “All connected!” From radio to smartphone: history of telecommunications, this Friday, February 13. The exhibition offers an immersive journey through a century of innovations that have transformed daily life, showcasing radios, telephones, televisions, and computers through four thematic spaces, complete with historical objects and documents.
The exhibition is open Tuesday to Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Admission prices range from 5 euros to free.
