Festival BD de Rixensart
Comic-book (BD) festival in Rixensart bringing illustrators and authors together for signings and exhibitions.
Activate comic-book retailers, publishers, and fan communities around a niche but passionate local event with direct author/illustrator engagement opportunities.
- Meet-and-greet exclusives: partner with featured artists for signed editions and limited drops
- Behind-the-scenes creator content: showcase illustrator workshops and panel discussions
- Local community tie-in: promote indie comic shops and art supply retailers in Rixensart area
The Festival BD de Rixensart returns for a second edition , celebrating the 9th art (bande dessinée). Two full afternoons dedicated to comics, featuring discovery and sharing, pencil strokes and discussion bubbles, organized by librairie Le Chat Botté . 25 authors and illustrators will sign their albums, compared to just over 10 last year , signaling significant growth for this young event. [ " Diverse scenarios (realism, poetry, humor, biographies) and diverse styles (ligne claire, modern traits, fantasy, children's drawings) ", " Guest of honor: Jean-Claude Servais (author of Tendre Violette, La Tchalette, etc.) ", " Free entry, signings require albums purchased on-site ", " Animations for children: games corner, coloring, drawing workshops ", " Bar and light refreshments available ", " Mission: give visibility to Belgian comic artists and show that BD remains vibrant in Belgium " ]
Saturday 18 April
14:00–18:00. Author signings, dedicated exhibition space, children's animations (games, coloring, drawing workshops)
Sunday 19 April
14:00–18:00. Author signings, dedicated exhibition space, children's animations (games, coloring, drawing workshops). Special Q&A session with Jean-Claude Servais at 16:00 on Saturday