Festi'Jeux de Bourbonne-les-Bains
The festival where we play, in the heart of the spa town of Bourbonne-les-Bains
About Festi'Jeux
Festi'Jeux de Bourbonne-les-Bains is a fun and family-friendly festival organized every summer in the spa town. Created in 2022, this free event offers an immersion into the world of games in all its forms: board games, role-playing games, skill games, giant games made from recycled wood, and escape games. Supported by the association Des Trolls et des Jeux, Festi'Jeux brings together young and old around more than 200 games in the shaded park of the castle.
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Festi'Jeux: the fun event of the spa town
Born in 2022 on the initiative of the local attractiveness agency and the association Des Trolls et des Jeux, Festi'Jeux de Bourbonne-les-Bains has quickly established itself as the unmissable fun event in Haute-Marne. Every summer, the castle park of this ancient spa town is transformed into a huge open-air playground, welcoming families, spa-goers, and enthusiasts from all over the Grand Est region.
More than 200 games for all tastes
The festival offers visitors an impressive collection of over 200 games covering a wide range of genres: strategy, party, skill, and detective board games, role-playing games with dice and miniatures, traditional and modern card games, as well as giant wooden games made from recycled materials. Fans of immersive challenges can also try their hand at the escape games offered at the Centre Borvo, where riddles, keys, locks, and mysterious doors test participants' logic and teamwork.
A dedicated space for the little ones
A cosy space is specially set up for toddlers, with books, seek-and-find games, and activities adapted for young children. This special attention makes Festi'Jeux a truly intergenerational event, where everyone can find something to enjoy regardless of their age.
Tournaments and entertainment
Each edition features public tournaments open to all, such as the Skyjo Action tournament organized by the spa town's media library, with prizes for the winners: board games and gift vouchers from local shops. Musical entertainment and a DJ set the rhythm for the evening, while food stalls offer sweet and savory crepes as well as refreshing drinks.
A network of passionate associations
Festi'Jeux brings together a dynamic network of associations and gaming partners: the association Des Trolls et des Jeux from Bourbonne-les-Bains, the shop Temps Libre from Chaumont, the association La Jambe de Bois, the association L'Octodujeux from Martigny-les-Bains (Vosges), and the media library of Bourbonne-les-Bains. This synergy between local and regional players ensures a rich, varied, and renewed gaming offer at each edition.
An exceptional setting in the castle park
After its first editions on the Place des Bains, the festival was relocated to the castle park of Bourbonne-les-Bains, a shaded green space offering welcome coolness in the summer heat. This historic and tree-lined setting, located in the upper part of the town with a panoramic view of the Borne and Apance valleys, gives Festi'Jeux a unique atmosphere, blending heritage, nature, and conviviality.
Festi'Jeux — edition 2026
The 5th edition of Festi'Jeux is expected in the summer of 2026 in the castle park of Bourbonne-les-Bains. Building on the growing success of previous editions, the festival is expected to once again offer over 200 board games, giant games, escape games, tournaments, and entertainment for the whole family in a shaded and friendly setting.
Festi'Jeux 2026 - 5th Edition
Festi'Jeux returns in the summer of 2026 to the castle park of Bourbonne-les-Bains for its 5th edition. Following the growing success of previous editions, the fun festival of the Haute-Marne spa town continues its growth.
The expected program includes: over 200 board games for all ages and skill levels, giant wooden games, role-playing games, escape games at the Centre Borvo, public tournaments open to all, and a dedicated space for toddlers. The partner associations — Des Trolls et des Jeux, La Jambe de Bois, L'Octodujeux, the shop Temps Libre, and the media library — will once again be mobilized to host this festive and friendly day.
On-site catering with crepes, drinks, and a refreshment stand. Admission remains free to allow as many people as possible to discover the joy of gaming with family or friends.
Highlights Festi'Jeux 2026
- 5th edition of the fun festival
- Over 200 board games and giant games
- Escape games at the Centre Borvo
- Public tournaments open to all
- Dedicated space for toddlers
- Free admission
- Shaded setting of the castle park
Prices Festi'Jeux 2026
Practical information — Festi'Jeux
Access to the Castle Park
By Car
Bourbonne-les-Bains is accessible via the D417 from Langres (45 km) and the D26 from Vittel (30 km). The town is about 1 hour from Chaumont, 1.5 hours from Dijon, and 3.5 hours from Paris via the A5 motorway then the N19. The castle park is located in the upper part of the town, above the thermal center. Follow the signs for "Château" or "Pôle culturel" from the town center.
Parking
Free parking is available in the immediate vicinity of the castle park. Additional spaces are accessible on the Place des Bains and in the adjacent streets of the town center, a few minutes' walk away.
By Train
The nearest station is Culmont-Chalindrey, located about 35 km away, served by TER Grand Est trains from Paris-Est (via Langres) and from Dijon. Bus or taxi connections are available to reach Bourbonne-les-Bains. Vittel station (30 km) is an alternative accessible from Nancy and Épinal.
Event Location
Festi'Jeux takes place in the Parc du Château, a vast shaded and green space located in the upper part of Bourbonne-les-Bains. This tree-lined park offers a panoramic view of the Borne and Apance valleys and is an ideal setting to enjoy the festival away from the summer heat. The escape games are offered at the Centre Borvo, located immediately nearby in the thermal town center.
Opening Hours
- Saturday: 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Escape games: slots at 1:00 PM, 2:45 PM (escape 1) and 1:30 PM, 3:15 PM (escape 2) — by reservation
Prices
- Free admission for the entire festival and all free access activities
- Escape games: paid, by prior reservation at the Centre Borvo (limited places)
On-site Catering
Food stalls are available throughout the event: sweet and savory crepes, cold and hot drinks. A refreshment stand is also available for drinks in the park.
Audience and Accessibility
The festival is open to all ages, from toddlers to seniors. A cosy space is specially set up for the youngest with books, seek-and-find games, and adapted activities. The castle park is accessible to people with reduced mobility over most of its area.
Tournaments
Public tournaments are organized during the festival (free registration on-site). Winners receive board games and gift vouchers from Bourbonne-les-Bains merchants.
Contact and Information
Association Des Trolls et des Jeux
18 rue des Capucins, 52400 Bourbonne-les-Bains
Email: [email protected]
Bourbonne-les-Bains Tourist Office
Place des Bains, 52400 Bourbonne-les-Bains
Website: bourbonne.com
Tel: 03 25 90 01 71
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Where does it take place — Festi'Jeux
Parc du Château de Bourbonne-les-Bains
Parc du Château, 52400 Bourbonne-les-Bains