Époque — Festival and Book Fair of Caen
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Époque — Festival and Book Fair of Caen

23 May 2025 — 25 May 2025
Caen — Calvados (14)

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Edition 2025 — Époque

The 11th edition of Époque was held from May 23 to 25, 2025, at the Caen City Hall, as part of the Millennium of Caen celebrations with the guiding thread "taking time". Michel Pastoureau, Marie Ndiaye, and Lola Lafon were among the guests.

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Époque 2025 — 11th Edition: Taking Time

The 11th edition of Époque took place from May 23 to 25, 2025, at the Caen City Hall, as part of the celebrations for the Millennium of Caen. The guiding thread for this edition was "taking time".

Medievalist historians Michel Pastoureau and Michel Zink highlighted Caen's 1,000 years, alongside Marie Ndiaye, Belinda Cannone, Lola Lafon, and Olivier Adam. About twenty comic book guests were present, including Sixtine Dano, Antoine Guilloppé, and Xavier Coste. The youth program included musical readings, shows for toddlers, and nature-themed activities.

Highlights

  • 11th edition as part of the Millennium of Caen celebrations
  • Guiding thread: "Taking Time"
  • Michel Pastoureau, Marie Ndiaye, Lola Lafon among the guests
  • 3 days of free encounters, debates, and signings

Prices

Free admission to all events.

Where does it take place — Époque

Hôtel de Ville de Caen

Esplanade Jean-Marie Louvel, 14000 Caen

Contact Époque

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Époque in brief

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