Pré en Bulles

Pré en Bulles: An invitation to bubble with family in the heart of the forest

Since 2009, the Pré en Bulles festival has celebrated the start of the summer holidays each year in an exceptional natural setting: a one-hectare chestnut wood, perched on a hilltop, in the town of Pressins in Isère. Created on the initiative of a collective of enthusiasts, then taken over and led since 2021 by the association ZéBullons, this festival of shows for young audiences has become a must-attend event for families in North Isère and the Savoyard foothills.

A multidisciplinary festival close to nature

Pré en Bulles is above all an artistic immersion in the heart of nature. Along a maze of small forest paths, festival-goers discover carefully arranged spaces, where seven shows blending theater, music, puppets, circus, and magic are presented, as well as ten creative and playful workshops. Every corner of the wood holds a surprise: a show nestled among the trees, a creative workshop around a bend in the path, a play area under the canopy. The festival is for all ages, with a program designed for children from 6 months old, offering unforgettable sensory and artistic experiences for toddlers and older children alike.

Artistic awakening at the heart of the project

The philosophy of Pré en Bulles is based on strong values: autonomy, curiosity, discovery, respect for others and the environment. Families are invited to explore the site freely, at their own pace, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., choosing their shows and workshops according to their desires. This freedom of movement encourages encounters, exchanges, and poetic wandering in a place where time seems to stand still. Children are encouraged to explore, create, and marvel in a welcoming and safe environment.

An exemplary eco-responsible commitment

True to its motto “Nothing is lost, everything is transformed!”, the ZéBullons association places eco-responsibility at the heart of the festival's organization. The site is respectfully arranged with local wood constructions, dry toilets, and rigorous waste management. Access to the festival is by foot or shuttle from the town hall parking lot, thus limiting the event's ecological footprint. The refreshment stand and snack bar favor local products and short supply chains, while a picnic area allows families to bring their own meals.

The ZéBullons association: Creator of events in rural and wooded areas

Founded in 2021, the ZéBullons association took over the torch of the Pré en Bulles festival and has enriched its cultural programming with new events: the ZéBulloneries (festive summer evenings combining shows and concerts) and occasional events in the Bois de Pressins. The association defines itself as a “creator of events in rural and wooded areas” and relies on a team of committed volunteers to bring culture to rural areas, making culture rhyme with nature and diversity with festivity.

Growing territorial influence

Located between Lyon, Grenoble, and Chambéry, at the crossroads of North Isère and the Savoyard foothills, Pré en Bulles attracts an increasingly large audience, loyal to the quality of the programming and the unique atmosphere of the place. The festival actively contributes to the cultural dynamism of the Vals du Dauphiné territory and is an anticipated family event every summer.