Les Belles Journées
Bourgoin-Jallieu's open-air music festival in the heart of Parc des Lilattes
About Les Belles Journées
Les Belles Journées: Bourgoin-Jallieu's Music Festival
The Les Belles Journées festival is a major musical event in Nord-Isère, organized annually by the City of Bourgoin-Jallieu. Since its creation in 2015, it has established itself as an essential cultural gathering for the start of the school year in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, now attracting nearly 10,000 festival-goers over two evenings of open-air concerts.
A Park in the Heart of the City
The concerts take place in the Parc des Lilattes, a green oasis located in the center of Bourgoin-Jallieu. This urban park offers a natural and friendly setting, ideal for enjoying musical evenings under the stars. The warm and family-friendly atmosphere of the venue contributes to the unique charm of this municipal festival.
An Ambitious and Eclectic Program
Under the artistic direction of Thierry Bordereau, director of the Théâtre Jean-Vilar, and accompanied since 2018 by programmer Victor Bosch, the festival offers a program that combines national headliners and artistic discoveries. The festival's philosophy is to showcase the talents of tomorrow while offering concerts by major French artists.
Ten Years of Growth and Success
Launched modestly in 2015 with local artists, the festival has experienced remarkable growth. The second edition in 2016, in partnership with Virgin Radio, already welcomed 2,000 festival-goers. Over the years, the lineup has been enriched with top-tier artists: Zazie, Clara Luciani, Caravan Palace, Benjamin Biolay, Juliette Armanet, La Femme, Catherine Ringer for previous editions, then IAM, MC Solaar, Jain, Pomme in 2024 and Bigflo & Oli, Rilès, The Avener, Caravan Palace in 2025.
An Accessible Municipal Model
Les Belles Journées stands out for its municipal economic model. Funded by the City of Bourgoin-Jallieu with a budget between 100,000 and 200,000 euros, the festival focuses on very affordable prices to attract a large and diverse audience. This pricing policy, combined with a quality program, has allowed attendance to quintuple in ten years while significantly reducing the cost per spectator.
Varied Musical Styles
The programming covers a wide musical spectrum: French chanson, pop, electro, hip-hop, electro-swing, independent rock, and variety. This diversity reflects the festival's desire to appeal to all audiences, from urban music fans to electro enthusiasts, as well as French chanson lovers.
Les Belles Journées — edition 2026
The 12th edition of Les Belles Journées will take place on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Parc des Lilattes in Bourgoin-Jallieu. This year, the municipal festival brings together Gaëtan Roussel, Suzane, and Marguerite on the first evening, followed by Feu! Chatterton, Ben Mazué, and Sam Sauvage on the second. Two evenings of open-air concerts blending French chanson, pop, and indie rock, with doors opening at 6 PM.
Les Belles Journées 2026: The 12th Edition
The Les Belles Journées festival returns for its 12th edition on Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Parc des Lilattes, in the heart of Bourgoin-Jallieu. After a 2025 edition that attracted nearly 10,000 festival-goers, the municipal festival, supported by the City of Bourgoin-Jallieu, confirms its place among the unmissable events of the cultural season in Nord-Isère.
The lineup, unveiled in spring 2026, brings together six artists over two evenings. On Friday, September 4, Gaëtan Roussel (formerly of Louise Attaque), the electro-pop of Suzane, and singer Marguerite will take turns on stage. On Saturday, September 5, it's time for the elegant rock of Feu! Chatterton, the sensitive songs of Ben Mazué, and Sam Sauvage.
True to its DNA, this edition perpetuates the musical diversity (French chanson, pop, electro, indie rock) and affordable pricing that have been the festival's signature since its creation in 2015. Previous editions have hosted renowned artists such as Zazie, IAM, MC Solaar, Bigflo & Oli, Caravan Palace, Jain, Pomme, Clara Luciani, and Benjamin Biolay.
Programme Les Belles Journées 2026
Friday, September 4, 2026
Doors open at 6 PM.
- Gaëtan Roussel — a figure of French rock chanson, former leader of Louise Attaque and Tarmac, on solo tour
- Suzane — "technoid" artist blending electro and committed lyrics, a revelation of the French scene
- Marguerite — French pop singer
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Doors open at 6 PM.
- Feu! Chatterton — Parisian rock band with literary lyrics and electro-pop atmospheres
- Ben Mazué — French chanson singer-songwriter tinged with slam and soul
- Sam Sauvage — young artist from the French pop scene
Highlights Les Belles Journées 2026
- 12th edition of the festival at Parc des Lilattes
- Two evenings of open-air concerts on September 4 and 5, 2026
- 2026 Lineup: Gaëtan Roussel, Suzane, Marguerite, Feu! Chatterton, Ben Mazué, Sam Sauvage
- A municipal festival with accessible prices (€45 per evening in pre-sale)
- Nearly 10,000 festival-goers expected
Prices Les Belles Journées 2026
Practical information — Les Belles Journées
Festival Access
By Car
From Lyon: take the A43 motorway, exit n°7 Ouest towards Bourgoin-Jallieu centre. Allow approximately 35 minutes. From Grenoble: take the A43, exit n°8 Est, then follow signs for Bourgoin-Jallieu centre. Allow approximately 45 minutes. From Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport: take the A43, exit n°7, approximately 20 minutes.
By Train
The Bourgoin-Jallieu SNCF station is located in the city center, about a 10-minute walk from Parc des Lilattes. Regular trains run from Lyon Part-Dieu and Grenoble. You can also take bus line C to the "Hôtel de Ville" stop.
Carpooling
The festival encourages carpooling via the Mov'ici platform, a free service offered by the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region.
Parking
Free parking is available near the site: Quai des Belges and Magasins Généraux, about a 10-minute walk from Parc des Lilattes. It is recommended to arrive early to get the best parking spots.
Opening Hours
Festival gates open at 6:30 PM on both evenings. Concerts generally start around 7 PM and continue until about midnight.
Food & Drink
Several food trucks and bars are present on the festival site, offering a variety of dishes and drinks. Outside food and drinks are not permitted within the festival grounds.
Cashless Payment
The festival operates with a cashless payment system. You can top up your card or wristband on-site or online before the festival via the official website.
Ticketing
Tickets are available online at bellesjournees.fr, at the Théâtre Jean-Vilar ticket office (12 rue de la République, Bourgoin-Jallieu, tel: 04 74 28 05 73) and on usual ticketing platforms (FNAC Spectacles, etc.).
Accessibility
Parc des Lilattes is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Specific arrangements are in place to ensure the comfort of all festival-goers.
Restrictions
- Entry to the festival is prohibited for children under 3 years old, even if accompanied, due to high noise levels.
- Pets are not allowed on the festival grounds.
- Dangerous items, glass bottles, and metal containers are prohibited.
Contact
Théâtre Jean-Vilar Ticket Office: 04 74 28 05 73
Official Website: www.bellesjournees.fr
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Where does it take place — Les Belles Journées
Parc des Lilattes
10 avenue du Grand Tissage, 38300 Bourgoin-Jallieu