Fête de Beaucourt

The Fête de Beaucourt: the summer festival of the Japy city

Beaucourt (90500) is a town of about 5,000 inhabitants in the Territoire de Belfort, deeply marked by the industrial heritage of the Japy family. Frédéric Japy settled there in 1777 to develop his watchmaking factories, and the town became one of the largest industrial centers in France in the 19th century. This rich industrial past is visible in the architecture, particularly the workers' housing and the patrons' villas.

Every summer, Beaucourt celebrates its local festival in the Parc des Cèdres, a green setting that runs along the town and offers an ideal setting for festive gatherings. This event is one of the highlights of the Beaucourtois municipal calendar.

The Parc des Cèdres: a natural setting for the festival

The Parc des Cèdres is the emblematic green space of Beaucourt, with its centuries-old trees and shaded lawns. Every summer, it hosts family entertainment organized by the municipality and local associations. It is in this enchanting setting that the people of Beaucourt gather to enjoy the summer entertainment:

• Open-air shows: concerts, artistic performances, and musical entertainment for all ages
• Games and activities for children: inflatable structures, wooden games, creative workshops, and sports activities
• Petanque tournament: a friendly competition open to residents and visitors
• Catering: barbecues, local specialties, and drinks served by associations
• Fireworks: summer illumination to mark the festivities

The Japy heritage in Beaucourtois festive life

The festive tradition of Beaucourt is part of the social history of the working-class town. The Japys understood the importance of social cohesion within their industrial city, and popular festivities were part of the ways of animating the working community. Today, the Frédéric Japy Museum preserves the memory of this era and is sometimes open during summer events.

Beaucourt, a city between tradition and modernity

Beaucourt is a town that has managed to combine its industrial past with its roots in the Territoire de Belfort. A member of the Communauté de communes de la Région de Delle, it maintains close ties with neighboring towns such as Delle, Grandvillars, and Montreux-Château. Its dynamic associative life guarantees regular events throughout the year, with the local festival as the highlight of the summer.

A municipal event supported by associations

The Fête de Beaucourt is organized jointly by the town hall and local associations. The festival committee, sports and cultural associations, parents' associations... all contribute to making this event a popular success. The vitality of Beaucourt is reflected in the enthusiasm of the inhabitants for this annual festival that brings together all generations in a fraternal and festive atmosphere.