Estivales de l'Illustration
Festival of illustration and youth literature in the Gers
2026
About Estivales
Estivales — edition 2026
The 12th edition of the Estivales de l'Illustration takes place from July 15 to 19, 2026, over five days dedicated to image culture and meeting with illustrators.
Estivales de l'Illustration — 2026 Edition
For its 12th edition, from July 15 to 19, 2026, the festival offers five days of workshops, masterclasses, and exhibitions to introduce all audiences to image culture, in a festive and friendly approach.
The masterclasses are led by invited illustrators. The full program (guests, workshops, exhibitions) is progressively published by the organizing association Lires on its website and social media channels as the event approaches.
Please note: organized for many years in Sarrant (a village in the Gers renowned for books and illustration), the event is now managed by the Lires association from Monferran-Savès.
Highlights Estivales 2026
- 2026 Edition
- In Sarrant, Gers
Estivales — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 15 July to 19 July 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Estivales
Access
Traveling festival in several towns in the Gers. Consult the program for locations.
Prices
Free admission for exhibitions. Workshops by registration.
Estivales de l'Illustration: the art of the illustrated book
The Estivales de l'Illustration are a traveling festival dedicated to the art of illustration. Organized by the association Lires and the Departmental Media Library of the Gers, it takes place every summer in several towns in the department.
Meetings and masterclasses
The festival invites a renowned illustrator as guest of honor. Masterclasses, practical workshops, and conferences allow the public to discover the techniques and creative universe of the artists.
Exhibitions throughout the Gers
Exhibitions of original works are presented in the media libraries and cultural venues of Sarrant, Fleurance, Mauvezin, Samatan, and L'Isle-Jourdain.
Where does it take place — Estivales
Estivales in brief
History of Estivales
Edition 2025 Aug 2025Other festivals near Sarrant
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