Toronto Comic Arts Festival

The Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) is a comic book festival held annually in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Since its founding in 2003, TCAF has grown to become one of the world’s largest festivals dedicated to the promotion and appreciation of comic arts.

Language

English

Genres

comics-anime

Venue

Toronto Reference Library

Founded

2003

Duration (days)

3

Next edition

7–9 May 2027 (per site)

Author participation

Exhibitor applications

Audience

The festival was held biennially until 2009, when in partnership with the Toronto Public Library it became an annual event.

Accessibility

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Language notes

Listed working language: English

Genre notes

Primary focus: comics-anime

Tables and exhibitors

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Past editions

2003, 2009, 2024, 2025

Travel

Starting in 2025 the festival was moved to Toronto Metropolitan University's Mattamy Athletic Centre.

Festival site