Montreal Comiccon

The Montreal Comiccon (French: Le Comiccon de Montréal), under its current form, was launched in 2006 as "Montreal Comic-Con". The event features comic books, toys, games, science-fiction, horror, anime, non-sport cards and collectibles. It is held 2 times a year at the Palais des Congrès convention center in downtown Montreal, with the larger "Comic-Con" taking place in July over the course of 3 days.

Language

French, English

Genres

comics-anime

Format

in-person

Founded

2006

Next edition

TBA (typical: Jul)

Author participation

Artist Alley; exhibitors

Tickets

As of 2015, the December has been free admission

Audience

Fans are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite pop culture characters, be they from movies, TV, video games or comics.

Age policy

Special guests, artists, exhibitors and special contests make the Comiccon suitable for children and adults.

Language notes

Listed working language: French, English

Genre notes

Primary focus: comics-anime

Programme

Over the course of three days, fans are treated to over 100 different panel discussions and workshops that help further promote comics, costuming, gaming and pop culture in general.

Awards

The Canadian Comic Book Creator Awards Organization agreed in principle with the organizers of the Montreal Comiccon and presented the 8th Annual Joe Shuster Awards in conjunction with the event on the evening of Saturday, September 15, 2012.

Past editions

2006, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020

Festival site