The municipalities of Beaufort-en-Anjou, Les Bois d’Anjou, La Ménitré, and Mazé-Milon, united within the Entente-Vallée, affirm a common ambition: to develop a strong and accessible cultural policy for all families in the area. “Because culture is what nourishes and builds us, the encounter with art from a young age is essential. It helps to develop the citizen in each of us. This is the essence of Festi’pousses: creating shared moments, providing emotions, promoting encounters with various forms of expression, and encouraging discovery and exchange,” emphasize the organizing municipalities. The flat rate of 3 euros also aims to democratize access to culture. The 2026 edition is distinguished by two major innovations: a revamped visual design, colorful and graphic, for an even more attractive festival; payment by credit card, to facilitate access to shows and activities. “With Festi’pousses, the Entente-Vallée reaffirms its commitment to a living, shared, and accessible culture, serving families and local dynamism.”
A varied and accessible program
Festi’pousses offers adults and children an immersion in culture in all its forms. Theater, short films, dance, poetry, and music make up an eclectic and age-appropriate program. The shows are aimed at both young children and older ones. The indicated age corresponds to the recommended minimum age; however, most artistic proposals offer several levels of interpretation, allowing a wide audience to appreciate all the richness. Festi’pousses also includes shows for 200 preschool students, 150 children in leisure centers, and 40 children in early childhood centers with sessions reserved for these audiences. The program includes:
- “Stella Maris” by Digital Samovar Company: Wednesday, March 25 at 10:30 am and 5:30 pm at Salle Yvon Péan, Fontaine-Guerin, Les Bois d’Anjou. A sonorous and sensory performance.
- “Short Film Festival”: Wednesday, March 25 at the Cultural Center of La Ménitré and at the Beaufort-en-Anjou media library.
- “Le Mini-Dancing at Coquille” by La Famille Cartophille: Wednesday, April 8 at 10:30 am and 5:30 pm at Salle des Loisirs de Brion, Les Bois d’Anjou. A musical walk and object theater.
- “Marilou reads Loup” by Oscar and Molière Company: Saturday, April 11 at 4 pm at the Cultural Center of La Ménitré. Burlesque theater.
- “Festi’kids”: Sunday, April 12 at the Salle des loisirs de Mazé-Milon. Family activities.
- “Héritage” by DJ Show Set: Thursday, April 16 at 6 pm at the Cinema-Theater of Beaufort-en-Anjou.
Practical information: Reservations are strongly recommended via the online reservation form: link or on the website of the Beaufort-en-Anjou town hall / Culture and leisure / Highlights and shows. For information, contact the cultural service of the Entente-Vallée at 02 41 79 36 12 / service.culturel@beaufortenanjou.fr. Flat rate of 3 euros except for the short film festival: free access by reservation. The ticket office opens 30 minutes before the start of the performance.
