Saint-Jean-d'Angély Comics Festival
Comics and author meet-and-greets festival
2026
About Comics Festival
Comics Festival — edition 2026
The 3rd edition of the Saint-Jean-d'Angély Comic Strip Festival will be held on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Salle Aliénor d'Aquitaine, featuring 18 confirmed comic strip authors for signing sessions and meetings. Free admission.
2026 Edition
On Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026, the Saint-Jean-d'Angély Comic Book Festival returns for its 3rd edition at the Salle Aliénor d'Aquitaine, organized by the Les Heures Perdues de la BD association. The program features two days of author meet-and-greets, book signings, exhibitions, and activities celebrating the world of comics.
18 Guest Authors
The 2026 edition brings together 18 comic book artists, who will be present both Saturday and Sunday, morning and afternoon. Announced guests include Michel Colline, Éric Corbeyran, Laurent Sieurac, and Nicolas Guénet. Visitors will have the chance to chat with the creators, get their albums signed, and go behind the scenes of comic and manga production.
Miyazaki Exhibition at the Micofolie
Alongside the festival, the Micofolie in Saint-Jean-d'Angély is hosting an exhibition dedicated to Hayao Miyazaki from October 20 to November 8, 2026.
Full details regarding the event schedule (exhibitions at the Salle Aliénor d'Aquitaine, activities for young audiences, and specific signing times) have not yet been released by the organizers; they will be added as soon as they become available.
Highlights Comics Festival 2026
- 3rd edition on November 7 and 8, 2026
- 18 confirmed comic strip authors
- Signing sessions and meetings on Saturday and Sunday
- Exhibitions and youth activities
- Free admission
Programme Comics Festival 2026
As part of this 3rd edition, an exhibition dedicated to Hayao Miyazaki will be on display at the Micofolie in Saint-Jean-d'Angély from October 20 to November 8, 2026.
The detailed weekend schedule (meet-and-greets, signings, workshops) has not yet been released by the organizers; it will be added as soon as it becomes available.
Prices Comics Festival 2026
Practical information — Comics Festival
Practical Information
Location
Salle Aliénor d'Aquitaine
17400 Saint-Jean-d'Angély
Access
- By car: A10 exit Saint-Jean-d'Angély, parking nearby
- By train: Saint-Jean-d'Angély station (Niort-Saintes line)
- City center accessible on foot
Opening Hours
- Saturday: 9am-12pm and 2pm-6:30pm
- Sunday (if applicable): 9am-12pm and 2pm-6pm
Prices
- Free admission
- Album purchases and signings on site
A festival dedicated to the 9th art
The Saint-Jean-d'Angély Comics Festival celebrates the 9th art in all its forms. Organized by the association Les Heures Perdues de la BD, this festival highlights contemporary comic and manga creation, with a particular focus on regional and national authors.
Meet the authors
Each edition hosts a dozen authors who come to share their passion and sign their works. Visitors can interact directly with the creators, discover the behind-the-scenes of comic and manga creation, and leave with signed albums. It's a unique opportunity to meet emerging talents and established authors.
Exhibitions and activities
The Salle Aliénor d'Aquitaine hosts exhibitions of original artwork, panels, and illustrations. Activities for young audiences are offered throughout the day: drawing workshops, introductions to comic creation, and fun discoveries of the world of comics.
Accessible to all
The festival is family-friendly and accessible, with free admission to allow as many people as possible to discover the world of comics and manga.
Where does it take place — Comics Festival
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