For the 2026 edition of October Rose, the towns of Tain l'Hermitage and Tournon-sur-Rhône are renewing their joint commitment in the fight against cancer. The goal is to invite the public to get informed, get involved, and above all, get screened.
Throughout the month of October, a rich program of activities is planned, including workshops, exhibitions, and sports challenges. These events aim to raise awareness and share information about the disease in a supportive and cheerful atmosphere.
The official launch will take place on Saturday, October 3rd. In Tournon-sur-Rhône, at Place Rampon, a stand from the League Against Cancer will offer information, prevention tips, and merchandise sales, accompanied by musical entertainment. The morning will also feature a Fitness Challenge at 10 am and dance activities at 11 am. In Tain l'Hermitage, at Place du Taurobole, a presentation of the design for the Toros statue's dress will be held, alongside a similar League Against Cancer stand, including a self-palpation workshop. The day will conclude at 6:30 pm at Place du Port in Tain l'Hermitage with a release of pink lanterns (sold at the market that morning).
Sunday, October 4th will be dedicated to solidarity hikes. Three walking routes of 3, 7, and 10 km, including one towards La Teppe, will depart at 1:30 pm from the MJC Centre social of Tain l'Hermitage (registration from 1:00 pm, €7 per person, free for under 12s). A 21 km (flat) pink cycling tour is also offered at the same location and under the same conditions.
Other events are scheduled: a Macadam Training Rose on Thursday, October 8th and Saturday, October 10th (departure 9:30 am from MJC Centre social of Tain l'Hermitage, registration on-site: €5), and a debate on cancer research on Friday, October 9th at the MJC Centre social of Tain l'Hermitage with researchers Andrea Cimarelli and Armelle Corpet.
On Saturday, October 10th and Sunday, October 11th, the Women's Fair will be held at the Salle Georges Brassens in Tournon-sur-Rhône, featuring 30 exhibitors in fashion, beauty, well-being, and flavors (10:00 am - 6:00 pm).
On Sunday, October 11th, a concert by the Choeur Mistral & La Chanasienne to benefit the League Against Cancer will take place at 5:00 pm at the Church of Tain l'Hermitage (free participation). On Wednesday, October 14th, a round table discussion on cancer research and treatments will be held at 2:00 pm at the Salle Yves Lissé in Tain l'Hermitage, with Florence Carrouel from the University of Lyon. A Taïso class is also scheduled from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Dojo of Gymnase Jeannie Longo in Tournon-sur-Rhône.
On Sunday, October 18th, the Théâtre Jacques Bodoin in Tournon-sur-Rhône will host the concert "Les Sons Roses" at 5:00 pm (ticket price: €10).
On several Saturdays in October, solidarity matches will be organized by the FCTT, RCTT, Handball, and AGTT BC clubs, with proceeds from refreshment sales donated to the League Against Cancer. Exact dates will depend on the sports calendar.
Various local businesses are also participating: the Linaë Swimming Pool in Tain l'Hermitage offers pink aquagym sessions and pin sales; the Coup d'Cœur clothing store donates €1 per transaction; bakeries Chalencon in Tain l'Hermitage and Intense in Tournon-sur-Rhône are creating special October Rose cakes with a portion of sales donated. The La Teppe Foundation in Tain l'Hermitage is organizing exhibitions and creative workshops.
Pink decorations will adorn the monuments of both towns and the Institut La Teppe. A photo exhibition "S'informer Cancer" is on display at the Espace La Ruche in Tain l'Hermitage (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 2 pm to 5 pm). An ephemeral artistic performance will take place throughout the town, organized by the MJC-CS of Tain l'Hermitage and the Arc-en-Ciel association.
The operation is supported by the Town of Tournon-sur-Rhône and numerous partners, including the League Against Cancer (Drôme and Ardèche committees), the MJC-Centre social of Tain l'Hermitage, the Union of Shopkeepers of Tain l'Hermitage, the association Seinformer Cancer, and several local sports clubs and associations.
