Dracopolis

Dracopolis: The Festival of Imaginary Worlds

Dracopolis is a literary festival entirely dedicated to the imaginary in all its forms: science fiction, fantasy, horror, and the marvelous. Designed to bring together authors, illustrators, publishers, artisans, and readers around a common passion — reading and the imaginary — this festival aims to become a major annual event for genre literature in Drôme.

Meetings and Signings

The festival features meetings and signing sessions with established authors and new talents in the genre. Visitors can interact directly with writers, discover their worlds, and leave with signed books. Independent publishers and specialty booksellers are also present to showcase their catalogs and introduce new literary gems.

Round Tables and Debates

Round tables bring together authors, publishers, and specialists to discuss major themes of the imaginary: trends in contemporary science fiction, the rise of French fantasy, and the bridges between literature and other media (cinema, video games, comics). These enriching exchange sessions are open to all participants.

Contests and Creativity

Dracopolis organizes short story contests, illustration contests, and cosplay contests, allowing emerging talents to gain recognition and enthusiasts to showcase their creativity. Artistic and interactive workshops complement the program, offering visitors the chance to try their hand at genre writing, fantasy drawing, or costume creation.

Youth Area

A youth area welcomes younger visitors with readings and workshops tailored to their age, introducing them to imaginary worlds and fostering their love of reading. This dedicated space makes Dracopolis a truly family-friendly event, accessible to all generations of readers.

Exhibitions and Crafts

Exhibitions of dragons, figurines, and works of art inspired by fantasy universes immerse visitors in extraordinary worlds. A space is also reserved for local creators and artisans offering unique imaginary-themed items: jewelry, sculptures, cosplay accessories, maps, and board games.