Quais du Polar
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Quais du Polar

04 Apr 2025 — 06 Apr 2025
Lyon — Rhône (69)

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Edition 2025 — Quais du Polar

The 21st edition of Quais du Polar was held from April 4 to 6, 2025, in Lyon. Over 130 authors from around the world participated in this major crime fiction event, with meetings, signings, conferences, and award ceremonies in the city's cultural venues.

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21st Edition — April 2025

The 21st edition of Quais du Polar took place from April 4 to 6, 2025, on the banks of the Saône and in Lyon's cultural venues. Over 130 authors from around the world participated in this major literary weekend, offering signings, meetings, round tables, and conferences on crime fiction, thrillers, and noir novels.

The Prix des Lecteurs Quais du Polar / Le Figaro and the Prix Jeunesse were awarded during this edition, recognizing the best works in the genre. The professional component, Polar Connection, hosted book and library professionals for training and exchanges.

Programme

2025 Highlights

  • Over 130 authors for signings and meetings
  • Award ceremony for the Prix des Lecteurs Quais du Polar / Le Figaro
  • Thematic round tables and conferences
  • Polar Connection: professional component
  • Events in Lyon's libraries and bookstores

Highlights

  • 21st edition of the festival
  • Over 130 authors from around the world
  • Free admission
  • Nearly 100,000 visitors

Prices

Free admission for most events.

Where does it take place — Quais du Polar

Quais de Saône et lieux culturels de Lyon

Quais de Saône et divers lieux, 69001 Lyon

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Quais du Polar in brief

Literature Comics Crime Fiction Young Audience Family Free Participatory Multidisciplinary International Rhône

History of Quais du Polar