Bourges Humour et Vin Festival
Festival combining humorous literature, shows, and wine tasting
About Humour et Vin
The Bourges Humour et Vin Festival is a unique event that combines humor, literature, and oenology at the beginning of December. For four days, humorous authors and media personalities meet the public for book signings, while comedy shows and wine tastings punctuate the festival. This original alliance between culture, laughter, and gastronomy makes this festival a friendly and warm gathering in the heart of the holiday season.
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A one-of-a-kind festival
The Bourges Humour et Vin Festival offers an original blend of humorous literature, shows, and oenology. Created several years ago, this December festival has become a must-attend event for fans of humor and fine wines. The event takes place in several locations in Bourges and attracts many visitors each year to enjoy this festive and friendly atmosphere as the holiday season approaches.
Humor Book Fair
The heart of the festival is the Humor Book Fair, where authors, illustrators, and media personalities meet the public. Humorous novels, comic books, caricature books, and quirky essays are presented and signed in a friendly space. Visitors can chat with their favorite authors, discover new talents, and build an ideal humorous library for the holidays.
Shows and Tastings
Beyond the book fair, the festival features comedy shows with renowned comedians performing on stage. In parallel, wine tastings allow visitors to discover wines from Berry and other wine regions in a festive atmosphere. This original combination of culture, laughter, and gastronomy creates a warm and unique atmosphere that is the charm of the Bourges Humour et Vin Festival.
Humour et Vin — edition 2026
The 2026 edition promises four days of humor, literature, and wine to kick off December.
2026 Edition
The Bourges Humour et Vin Festival will return from December 3rd to 6th, 2026, for a new edition blending culture, laughter, and gastronomy. The Humor Book Fair will host authors and illustrators, while comedy shows and wine tastings will punctuate these four festive days as the holidays approach.
Highlights Humour et Vin 2026
- Humor Book Fair and signings
- Various comedy shows
- Regional wine tastings
- Festive pre-Christmas atmosphere
Prices Humour et Vin 2026
Practical information — Humour et Vin
Practical Information
Location
Several sites in Bourges: Palais des Congrès and other cultural venues in the city center.
Access
- By car: A71 motorway, exit 7 Bourges, city center parking
- By train: Bourges station, then bus or 15 minutes on foot
- By bus: Urban lines serving the city center
Hours
- 4 days at the beginning of December (usually Thursday to Sunday)
- Hours vary depending on the events
Prices
- Book fair: free entry
- Comedy shows: paid tickets (variable prices)
- Wine tastings: paid participation
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Where does it take place — Humour et Vin
Plusieurs sites dans Bourges
Palais des Congrès, 18000 Bourges