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Celebrating 80 Years of Blake & Mortimer
On July 4 and 5, 2026, Durbuy becomes the must-visit destination for comic book enthusiasts with a special anniversary edition celebrating the 80th anniversary of Blake & Mortimer.
Throughout the weekend, iconic authors, signing sessions, exclusive exhibitions and a warm atmosphere will take over the Place aux Foires and the Sanglier des Ardennes in the heart of Durbuy.
Practical Information
Free event
Dates & opening hours
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday, July 5, 2026 - 10 AM to 5 PM
Locations
Place aux Foires - Durbuy
Sanglier des Ardennes
Info & reservations
https://www.brusel.com/
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The Durbuy Comic Book Festival Program
A comic book festival filled with signings, exhibitions and lifestyle experiences
Under the marquee at Place aux Foires, visitors will meet more than 20 French-speaking and Dutch-speaking authors, discover new comic books and enjoy free signing sessions.
At the Sanglier des Ardennes, the Ensor, Panamarenko and Magritte rooms will host several exhibitions and exclusive encounters in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere.
Chalet Bru will feature an exhibition of vintage cars inspired by the world of Blake & Mortimer, along with a catering area open throughout the weekend.
Featured Authors
French-speaking authors
Luc Batem - Marsupilami
Dany - Guerrières de Troy, Olivier Rameau
Hardy - Pierre Tombal
Daniel Kox - Agent 212
David Merveille - Monsieur Hulot, Amore
Étienne Schréder - Blake et Mortimer, La Flèche Ardente
Yves Sente - Blake et Mortimer, XIII
Christophe Simon - Alix, Lefranc
Olivier Speltens - L’Armée des Ombres, Afrikakorps
Yves Swolfs - Durango, Le Prince de la Nuit
Warnauts & Raives - Purple Heart, Ciel d’Orage
Beuriot - Un flic sous l’occupation, Amours fragiles
Baudouin & Deville - Kathleen
Dutch-speaking authors
Carel Chambré - Amphoria (Bob & Bobette)
Steven Dupré - Kaamelott, Les Piliers de la Terre
Joris Mertens - Béatrice, Nettoyage à sec
Teun Berserik - Blake et Mortimer
Two exhibitions to discover
Joris Mertens
Blake & Mortimer : cars and automotive worlds
A special evening at the Sanglier des Ardennes
On Saturday evening, the Sanglier des Ardennes will host the Comic Book Awards ceremony followed by a Walking Dinner at L’Orangerie.
The jury will include:
Thierry Bellefroid, Philippe Bontemps, Benoît Bronckart and Reynold Leclercq.
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Experience the festival in the heart of Durbuy
Between culture, gastronomy and artistic encounters, enjoy a unique weekend in the Ardennes and extend the experience at the Sanglier des Ardennes.
