
A 16th Festival on Saint-Denis Street
From May 14 to 16, 2027, the Montreal Comic Arts Festival will once again take over Saint-Denis Street, between Gilford and Roy, transforming it into a 1.2 km comic arts promenade filled with activities, exhibitions, and meet-and-greet opportunities.
In 2026, the Festival has offer a rich, entirely free program of more than 60 activities under the theme ALIVE! A record-breaking lineup of over 340 creators and 190 exhibitors were welcomed under the tents.
Behind the Scenes of MCAF

Have you ever wondered how a festival is organized? How far in advance are artists invited? How is the person who creates the poster chosen? Why are there tents on only one side of the street?
Through a series of articles, we invite you to take a peek behind the scenes of the organization of the next edition of MCAF!
Creating the Festival Programming
If you’re a creator or a comic arts professional, you’ll find all the information you need in our pro zone.
