Festival des Bulles du Rire
The biggest comedy festival in Champagne-Ardenne
About Les Bulles du Rire
Les Bulles du Rire is one of the biggest comedy festivals in France, created by producer David Hardit. Every winter, the festival takes over several venues in Champagne-Ardenne, including Les Fuseaux in Saint-Dizier, to offer an eclectic program mixing one-man shows, stand-up, and comedy performances. Since its creation, the festival has hosted the biggest names in French comedy such as Franck Dubosc, Jérémy Ferrari, Élodie Poux, Ahmed Sylla, Anne Roumanoff, and Kev Adams, attracting over 25,000 spectators each year.
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A must-see comedy festival in Champagne-Ardenne
Created by producer David Hardit, the Festival des Bulles du Rire has become in a few years one of the major comedy events in France. Every early year, from January to March, the festival unfolds an ambitious program in several cities in the Grand Est region, making Saint-Dizier one of its main stops thanks to the Les Fuseaux venue.
A prestigious and eclectic program
The festival stands out for the quality and diversity of its programming. Each edition brings together about fifty shows covering all registers of contemporary comedy:
- One-man shows and one-woman shows led by the headliners of the French comedy scene
- Stand-up with emerging talents and confirmed figures of the genre
- Comedy shows mixing sketches, improvisation, and stage performances
- Discovery nights dedicated to young comedy talents
Renowned artists
Over the years, the biggest names in French comedy have graced the festival stages: Franck Dubosc, Jérémy Ferrari, Élodie Poux, Ahmed Sylla, Anne Roumanoff, Claudia Tagbo, Alban Ivanov, Malik Bentalha, Nora Hamzawi, Olivier de Benoist, Chantal Ladesou, Booder, Kev Adams, Patrick Sébastien, Jean-Marie Bigard, Fabrice Éboué, and many others.
A touring festival rooted in the region
The unique feature of Bulles du Rire is its touring format. The festival radiates throughout Champagne-Ardenne by taking over performance venues in several cities:
- Les Fuseaux in Saint-Dizier (Haute-Marne)
- Le K (Kabaret) in Tinqueux-Reims (Marne)
- Le Capitole in Châlons-en-Champagne (Marne)
- Le Parc des Expositions in Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes)
- Performance venues in Troyes, Sedan, Bar-sur-Aube, and Rethel
This territorial network allows a large audience to enjoy quality comedy shows without having to travel to major cities.
The spirit of Bulles du Rire
More than just a festival, Les Bulles du Rire embodies a philosophy: making laughter accessible to everyone. David Hardit, a comedy enthusiast and committed producer, selects artists each year who can reach a diverse audience, from fans of sharp stand-up to families looking for convivial evenings. The warm atmosphere of the partner venues and the proximity to the artists make each performance a unique moment of sharing and good humor.
Les Bulles du Rire — edition 2026
11th edition of the Festival des Bulles du Rire. Starting January 14, 2026, the festival returns to Les Fuseaux in Saint-Dizier and partner venues in Champagne-Ardenne for a new season of laughter with about fifty comedy, stand-up, and one-man shows.
2026 Edition – Les Bulles du Rire 11
The Festival des Bulles du Rire returns for its 11th edition starting January 14, 2026. Les Fuseaux in Saint-Dizier will host several dates for this new edition, which promises another rich and eclectic program, featuring both confirmed headliners and emerging talents from the French comedy scene.
Program
- Stand-up shows, one-man shows, and comedy nights
- Dates at Les Fuseaux in Saint-Dizier starting January 2026
- Touring in partner venues in the Grand Est region
Highlights Les Bulles du Rire 2026
- 11th edition of the festival
- Launch on January 14, 2026
- Programming in several cities in Champagne-Ardenne
Prices Les Bulles du Rire 2026
Practical information — Les Bulles du Rire
Practical Information – Saint-Dizier
Venue
The shows of the Festival des Bulles du Rire in Saint-Dizier take place at the Les Fuseaux venue, a modern and friendly cultural facility located in the heart of the city.
Address: 11 avenue Raoul Laurent, 52100 Saint-Dizier
Access
- By car: Saint-Dizier is accessible via the RN4 (Paris-Strasbourg axis) and the A26. Free parking near the Les Fuseaux venue.
- By train: Saint-Dizier SNCF station, served by TER Grand Est lines (Paris-Est – Saint-Dizier in about 2h15). The Les Fuseaux venue is a 10-minute walk from the station.
Period
The festival is held annually in January and February, with shows mainly scheduled on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:30 PM.
Ticketing
Tickets are on sale on the usual ticketing platforms (Fnac Spectacles, France Billet) as well as at the Les Fuseaux venue's ticket office. It is strongly advised to book in advance, as shows regularly sell out.
- Les Fuseaux Ticket Office: open Monday from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM
- Phone: 03 25 07 31 66
Prices
Prices vary depending on the shows and artists programmed. Generally, expect between €20 and €45 per ticket depending on the artist's fame and seating category. Reduced rates may be offered for certain performances.
Accessibility
The Les Fuseaux venue is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Adapted seating is available upon reservation.
Contact
Production: David Hardit Productions
Website: bullesdurire.francoismatus.com
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Les Fuseaux
11 avenue Raoul Laurent, 52100 Saint-Dizier