Format(s)
The graphic design festival in Strasbourg
About Format(s)
Initiated by the association Central Vapeur, Format(s) is the festival dedicated to graphic design in Strasbourg. Since its first edition in 2022, it explores typography, graphic design, digital design, and publishing through exhibitions, a graphic art fair, conferences, round tables, and workshops. Rooted in the Strasbourg creative ecosystem with the support of HEAR, it brings together professionals, students, and the curious around the richness of contemporary graphic forms.
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Format(s): The graphic design event in Strasbourg
Created by the association Central Vapeur, a key player in illustration and comics in Strasbourg since 2010, the Format(s) festival has opened a new chapter by dedicating an event to graphic design. Launched in 2022, the festival has quickly established itself as a major event for creatives in the Grand Est region and beyond.
A rich and multidisciplinary program
Each edition of Format(s) unfolds an ambitious program structured around several axes: exhibitions showcasing posters, artist books, typographies, and digital creations; a graphic art fair bringing together independent publishers, design studios, and creators; conferences led by renowned graphic designers, typographers, and art directors; round tables questioning the challenges of contemporary design; and workshops open to the public to introduce graphic techniques.
Rooted in the Strasbourg creative ecosystem
The festival benefits from its proximity to HEAR (Haute école des arts du Rhin), whose students and graduates from the Graphic Communication workshop actively participate in the programming. This connection between training, creation, and dissemination makes Format(s) a place for transmission and emulation for new generations of graphic designers.
Iconic Strasbourg venues
Format(s) takes over Strasbourg's cultural and heritage sites for its exhibitions and events. L'Aubette, a masterpiece of modern art decorated by Theo van Doesburg, Hans Arp, and Sophie Taeuber-Arp, has notably hosted festival exhibitions, creating a fascinating dialogue between historical graphic heritage and contemporary creation. The festival also takes place at Le 5e lieu, a cultural space of the City of Strasbourg.
Solid institutional support
Format(s) is part of the three-year contract Strasbourg European Capital 2024-2026, with the support of the DRAC Grand Est, the Région Grand Est, the Collectivité européenne d'Alsace, and the Ville et Eurométropole de Strasbourg.
Format(s) — edition 2026
The 5th edition of the Format(s) festival will be held in Strasbourg with a main weekend on October 10 and 11, 2026. The program includes: 4 exhibitions, an independent publishing fair, a poster trail, 5 conferences, 2 round tables, 3 flash talks, 2 public workshops, and a festive evening.
5th edition - October-November 2026
The 5th edition of Format(s) takes over Strasbourg on October 10 and 11, 2026 for the main weekend, with exhibitions running until November. The program includes 4 exhibitions, an independent publishing fair, a poster trail, 5 conferences, 2 round tables, 3 flash talks, 2 public workshops, and a festive evening.
Highlights Format(s) 2026
2026 Highlights
- 5th edition of the festival
- Main weekend on October 10-11, 2026
- 4 exhibitions and independent publishing fair
- 5 conferences and 2 round tables
Prices Format(s) 2026
Practical information — Format(s)
Practical information
Access and transport
By tram: Exhibition venues are accessible by the main tram lines. Stops Langstross Grand'Rue, Homme de Fer, or Broglie depending on the location.
By train: Strasbourg station, a 10-minute walk from the city center where most events take place.
Usual dates
The festival is held annually in October-November, with a main weekend concentrating the graphic art fair, conferences, and workshops, and exhibitions extended over several weeks.
Ticketing
Access to exhibitions and the graphic art fair is generally free. Some conferences and workshops may require registration. Program and registration on the website formats-festival.org.
Contact
Central Vapeur Association — Website: formats-festival.org. Instagram: @formats_festival. Newsletter available on the website.
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Where does it take place — Format(s)
Divers lieux (Aubette, 5e lieu, etc.)
Centre-ville de Strasbourg, 67000 Strasbourg