Festival Bouillez!

Festival Bouillez!: twenty-five years of street arts at the foot of the castle

Since 1998, on the first weekend of July, the surroundings of the Château de Bouillé-Saint-Paul transform into an open-air theater. Festival Bouillez!, supported by the Comité des fêtes de Bouillé-Saint-Paul, is one of the oldest street arts festivals in Deux-Sèvres. With over a quarter of a century of existence, it has acquired a strong identity, blending quality live performance and village conviviality.

The Château de Bouillé-Saint-Paul: a dream setting

The Château de Bouillé-Saint-Paul, located in the town of Val en Vignes in the north of Deux-Sèvres, offers a remarkable heritage setting for the festival's performances. The stages are set up at the foot of the walls, in the gardens, and in the adjacent squares, creating an intimate and magical atmosphere that enhances the artists' performances. This marriage between architectural heritage and street arts is one of the festival's signatures.

Circus, burlesque, mime, poetry, and music

The program of Festival Bouillez! embraces the diversity of street arts: contemporary circus, street theater, burlesque, mime, poetry, juggling, and live music. Each edition hosts about ten shows spread over two evenings, featuring professional companies from regional, national, and sometimes international circuits. The festival has notably programmed companies such as TC Spectacles and La Baleine Cargo.

Two evenings in the heart of summer

The festival takes place on Friday and Saturday of the first weekend of July. Each evening offers several shows that follow one another on the different stages, allowing festival-goers to wander between performances in a village festival atmosphere. On-site catering and a bar complement the offer, in a friendly and family-oriented spirit.

Bouillez! through the vineyards: the October day

For several years, the festival has offered a complementary day in October, titled “Bouillez! through the vineyards”. This original format combines a discovery tour by bike or bus (34 km) with presentations on local geology, viticulture, and culture, followed by a tasting with local winemakers and open-air performances. This day celebrates the wine region of Val en Vignes and anchors the festival in its territory.

A family-friendly and accessible festival

With moderate prices — free for children under 12 — and reduced rates for young people, students, and job seekers, Festival Bouillez! remains true to its popular and family-oriented mission. The two-day pass allows you to enjoy the entire program at an advantageous price.