Rendez-Vous de la BD d'Amiens

Thirty years of passion for the 9th art

The Rendez-Vous de la Bande Dessinée d'Amiens were created in 1996 by the association On a Marché sur la Bulle, a resource center for comic strips in Amiens. Since their first edition, the RDV BD have established themselves as one of the most important comic strip festivals in northern France, attracting thousands of visitors passionate about the 9th art each year. The 2026 edition celebrates the 30th anniversary of the festival.

Halle Freyssinet: an industrial setting for comics

Since 2018, the Rendez-Vous de la BD have been held at the Halle Freyssinet, a former railway hall converted into a cultural space in the heart of Amiens. This industrial building with its strong architectural character offers an original and spacious setting to host the festival's exhibitions, signing stands, and events. The Halle Freyssinet brings all the festival's activities under one roof, creating a true immersion in the world of comic strips.

Signings, exhibitions, and meetings with authors

The festival unfolds over three weekends in June, offering a dense and varied program. Visitors can meet dozens of authors and illustrators during signing sessions, discover themed exhibitions dedicated to major works or movements in comics, attend conferences, round tables, and shows inspired by the 9th art. The festival places great importance on manga and children's comics, with workshops and activities dedicated to the younger audience.

A free and popular festival

The Rendez-Vous de la BD d'Amiens stands out for its free admission: access to all exhibitions, signings, and events is free. This philosophy, supported by the association On a Marché sur la Bulle and its many volunteers, makes the festival a truly popular and accessible event. The 2025 edition, the 29th, welcomed Japanese mangaka Naoki Urasawa, creator of Monster and 20th Century Boys, as its guest of honor, demonstrating the festival's international reach. The 2026 edition celebrates the 80th anniversary of Lucky Luke and the festival's 30th anniversary.