The Compagnie d’Arc de Soissons is proud to host the Bouquet Provincial 2025, the great national celebration of archers, on May 17 and 18, 2025. This major event brings together archery clubs from across France in a spirit of tradition, ceremony, and fellowship — all within the historic setting of Soissons.
📅 Program highlights:
🔸 Saturday, May 17
5:00 p.m.: Wreath-laying ceremony at the cemetery (49 avenue de Compiègne)
🔸 Sunday, May 18 (Saint-Jean des Vignes Abbey grounds)
• 7:00–11:00 a.m.: Flag registration
• 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Plate shooting
• 11:00 a.m.: Reception of officials
• 11:30 a.m.: Passing of the Bouquet
• 1:30 p.m.: Start of the grand parade
• 4:15 p.m.: Mass at the cathedral celebrated by the Bishop of Soissons
🍴 Throughout the day, enjoy a wide variety of food and drinks on-site thanks to numerous food trucks offering crêpes, burgers, pizza, hot dogs, oriental cuisine, ice cream, craft beer, and much more!
🎯 The official shooting events begin on May 24 and end on September 14, 2025. The award ceremony will be held on October 5 at 4:30 p.m. at the Jean Davesne Gymnasium in Soissons.
🌍 Archery clubs from all countries are warmly invited to join this great celebration of archery culture. Come and share your passion with us!
📍 More practical info at: www.bouquet-provincial.fr
📧 Contact: bouquet2025.soissons@gmail.com