Le Rayon Vert Comic Festival
Comic and Imaginary Worlds Festival in Thionville
About Le Rayon Vert
Le Rayon Vert is the comic and imaginary worlds festival in Thionville, Moselle. Organized by the Centre Saint Michel, this free event brings together dozens of comic authors, illustrators, and scriptwriters every May for signings, exhibitions, creative workshops, and activities. Each edition explores a theme related to imaginary worlds, from cyberpunk to fantasy, with conferences, screenings, and meetings. The festival has established itself as a major comic event in the Grand Est region.
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Comics at the Heart of Thionville
The Le Rayon Vert Comic Festival was born from the passion of the teams at the Centre Saint Michel in Thionville for comics and imaginary universes. Since its creation, the festival has grown and attracted an ever-larger audience, making Thionville a must-visit event for comic book lovers in Lorraine and the Grand Est region.
Authors Meeting the Public
Each edition hosts dozens of comic authors, illustrators, scriptwriters, and colorists who come to sign their works and interact with readers. The festival highlights both established authors and emerging young talents, offering a valuable showcase for the diversity of French-language comic creation.
Exhibitions and Thematic Universes
Each edition of Le Rayon Vert revolves around a specific theme related to imaginary worlds. The 2025 edition explored the universe of cyberpunk, while previous editions have covered fantasy, science fiction, and other genres. Original exhibitions of illustrations and original artwork are presented in the festival spaces, immersing visitors in the heart of imaginary worlds.
Activities for All Ages
Le Rayon Vert offers a rich program of activities: drawing and comic creation workshops for children and adults, illustration technique demonstrations, conferences on the history of comics, animated film screenings, and drawing contests. Board games and free reading areas complete the offerings for families.
A Free and Open Festival for All
Admission to the festival is completely free, in line with the organizers' desire to make culture accessible to as many people as possible. This free admission contributes to the popular success of the event, which attracts thousands of visitors of all ages and backgrounds each year.
A New Venue for 2026
The 2026 edition of Le Rayon Vert marks an important step in the festival's history with a move to the courtyard of the Château de Volkrange, offering a heritage and bucolic setting to welcome authors and the public. This new venue will allow the festival to expand in a larger and more open space.
Le Rayon Vert — edition 2026
The Le Rayon Vert Comic Festival is moving to a new venue: the courtyard of the Château de Volkrange in Thionville. Authors, exhibitions, workshops, and free activities centered around comics and imaginary worlds.
Prices Le Rayon Vert 2026
Practical information — Le Rayon Vert
Access
Thionville is located 30 km north of Metz, near the Luxembourgish and German borders.
- By Car: From Metz, take the A31 towards Luxembourg, exit Thionville (approx. 30 minutes). Free parking nearby.
- By Train: Thionville station on the Metz-Luxembourg TER line (15 minutes from Metz).
Venue
2025: Centre Saint Michel, Thionville.
2026: Courtyard of Château de Volkrange, Thionville.
Hours
Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
Centre Saint Michel
Website: www.festivalbd-rayonvert.fr
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Centre Saint Michel
Centre Saint Michel, 57100 Thionville