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15 June 2026

The Fête de la Musique brings the Poya district to life

On Sunday, 21 June 2026, the Poya district will host the Fête de la Musique de Fribourg for a day dedicated to music, encounters and conviviality.

From 11:00 onwards, three venues will host the programme throughout the day: La Fabrique<...
10 June 2026

Molenstraat Open Day at La Poya

On Saturday, 13 June 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Molenstraat Fatbikes is opening the doors of its workshop/depot located at La Poya (building 4).

This open day will be an opportunity to discover the world of Molenstraat Fatbikes, its workshop ...
10 June 2026

La Poya welcomes the DÉFI VÉLO Final

On Wednesday, 17 June, the La Poya district will be pleased to host the DÉFI VÉLO Final, a national initiative promoting cycling among young people aged 15 to 20.

On this occasion, around 250 young people from across Switzerland will take part...
26 May 2026

The Tour Vagabonde goes into extra time on 28 and 29 May

Good news for hockey fans and anyone looking for a festive atmosphere: the Tour Vagabonde will be opening its doors for two additional days during the Ice Hockey World Championship.

After its first opening period during the championship, the exp...
13 May 2026

La Tour Vagabonde opens its doors during the World Hockey Championships

To mark the World Ice Hockey Championships, La Tour Vagabonde will exceptionally open its doors during the camping period, from 13 to 27 May 2026.
Located just a short distance from the BCF Arena, it will offer simple and generous food, a bar, as well a...
24 April 2026

A pop-up campsite at La Poya during the Ice Hockey World Championship!

To mark the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship, a pop-up campsite is setting up at La Poya to welcome fans and visitors in a friendly atmosphere.

Located just 300 metres from the BCF Arena, it offers the perfect spot to make the most of the event.
10 April 2026

A Poya artist soon at Art Paris

Working from his studio in La Poya, sculptor Emmanuel Lendenmann has created a world in which metal, light and contrast play a central role. Through his works, he seeks to evoke emotion and offer a personal perspective on the world.

The Poya dis...
17 March 2026

Tuesdays at La Poya smell deliciously of tacos!

Every Tuesday, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the Taqueria Don Vegas food truck sets up at La Poya to make your lunch break extra tasty.

On the menu: quesadillas, quesa-birria, barbacoa tacos, cochinita al pastor, as well as deli...
04 June 2025

Skating this summer? You're going to love it.

A “Mini BCF Arena” in anticipation of the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship

This summer, a synthetic ice rink is coming to La Poya. Free of charge. For everyone.
Come glide, try it out, laugh, and do it all over agai...
28 November 2024

Christmas at the Poya Quartier!

Wednesday 4 December, from 16:00 to 18:30

Discover the giant Advent calendar and meet Santa on video!

– Free Christmas snack
– Biscuit decorating and candy skewers
– Santa's phone box and video...
02 September 2024

The Tour Vagabonde returns to Fribourg!

Join us on September 13 and 14 for the grand opening celebration!

After an absence of two years, it will be taking up residence for several years at the Poya Neighbourhood barracks.

You'll find the same kitsch cha...
29 May 2024

Belluard Bollwerk Festival

Friday 28 to Sunday 30 June 2024,
Caserne de la Poya.

TANIA EL KHOURY & ZIAD ABU-RISHLB/PS.
The Search for Power.
Installation & Performance.
21 March 2024

Participatory approach to the Poya district

On 21 March 2024, some 120 people attended a "participatory approach" to the future Poya district.

 

A look back at the participatory meeting held on Thursday 21 March 2024.

The transition of t...
22 February 2024

The first symbolic brushstrokes

State Councillor Jean-François Steiert and Municipal Councillor Elias Moussa gave the first symbolic brushstrokes.

He points out that the Poya site is entering a transitional period: the buildings will be kept as they are, but opened up to othe...
13 December 2023

The "Rendez-vous Poya" event

The transition of this site from the Confederation to the State of Fribourg was celebrated in the courtyard of the barracks, which opened up to the civilian population for the first time. The ceremony took place on December 13, 2023.

The officia...

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