The poetic Genki-nobori exhibition at Château La Coste
From September 3 to 30, 2026, Château La Coste hosts a singular and inspiring exhibition: the Genki-nobori. Born from the collaboration between Japanese artist Susumu Shingu and La Source Garouste association, this exhibition combines art, poetry, and social commitment.
What are Genki-nobori?
Genki-nobori reinvent traditional Japanese windsock-shaped carp (koinobori) in a contemporary form: long floating fabric banners in white, decorated with drawings, paintings, and poetic messages.
These 70 colorful banners are not the work of a single artist. They were imagined and created during collaborative workshops by a hundred children and teenagers facing social or school challenges, accompanied by 10 professional artists across La Source Garouste’s various sites.
A Dance with Nature
At Château La Coste, these banners are displayed in two distinct locations on the estate, moving gently in the wind. They engage directly with Susumu Shingu’s permanent kinetic sculptures already installed on the site—a harmony between collective art and the poetry of movement.
It’s the perfect opportunity for visitors to discover or rediscover this unique place: a wine estate cultivating modern art at every corner.
Autres moments forts de septembre
Festival Jours [et Nuits] de Cirque(s)
19–27 septembre
More than an exhibition, it’s an immersive experience. The CIAM site comes alive with workshops, trapeze, performances, food trucks, DJ sets and evening entertainment.
European Heritage Days
19–20 septembre
Discover hidden treasures: sites usually closed to the public, guided tours, historic mansions, and archives.
Wellness and Personal Development Fair
10–13 septembre
Over 70 workshops and conferences on wellness, yoga, natural products, and personal development.
Aix Theater Festival – La Duranne
25–27 septembre
Theater performances at Espace polyvalent Arbois-Duranne.
Exhibitions Not to Miss
Vasarely and Architecture (until September 20): at the Tourist Office Gallery
Yann Arthus Bertrand – Living Together: General de Gaulle Square and Jourdan Park
Practical Information
Château La Coste – Genki-nobori
Dates: September 3–30, 2026
Visit: www.lasourcegarouste.fr
For travelers staying in Aix-en-Provence, September is rich with experiences: contemporary art, heritage, live performance, and wellness.
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