In Colmar, the 77th Alsace Wine Fair 2026 has just closed its doors after ten days of celebration. The time has come to take stock.
In 2026, the Fair brought together 318,181 visitors, compared to 325,210 in 2025, a record year.
Attendance report for the 2026 Alsace Wine Fair
Christophe Crupi, director of Colmar Expo, welcomes it: “”, he declares to France 3 Grand Est.
He recognizes that the heatwave has made the activity more “complex”. “”, adds Christophe Crupi.
Restaurateurs and concerts: a contrasting edition
In the open-air space, Philippe Lebran, at Saveurs de l’Aveyron, notes stability: “”, he explains to . Séverine’s creperie ends “but not”.
On stage, six concerts were sold out, from Niska and KeBlack to the FAV Déraille evening, including Gims, Christophe Maé and Claudio Capéo and Jarry. “”, underlines Christophe Crupi.
A mostly local audience, a few won over tourists
The 2026 edition remains very local: in 2025, only 5% of visitors were foreigners, 75% coming from Haut-Rhin or Bas-Rhin. “”, explains Stéphanie Juen, who recalls: “”.
Some American tourists talk about their discovery of the Fair. In the wine hall, Jamie Millson confides: “”. His compatriot Steve Smith laughs: “”.
What are the figures for the 2026 Fair?
The 2026 edition had 318,181 visitors, compared to 325,210 in 2025.
Which artists filled the Fair festival?
Six evenings were sold out, including Niska and KeBlack, Gims, Jarry, Christophe Maé, Claudio Capéo and the FAV Déraille.
Are there many foreign tourists in Colmar during the Fair?
In 2025, only 5% foreign visitors, 75% coming from Alsace according to Stéphanie Juen.
