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Festy'Livres
The Thursday 01 October at 10 a.m00
Salle du Vidolet 450, rue de la mairie 01170 Cessy
Festy’livres is back for its 7th edition! Join us for a weekend of readings, workshops, comics, manga, and activities for all ages!
On October 9, 10, and 11, Cessy will come alive with books, stories, drawing, and creativity.
Young and old alike are invited to enjoy a fun-filled weekend featuring a variety of activities, workshops, and gatherings.
Friday, October 9 – Opening
The festival will kick off with a writing workshop led by Dorothée Catoune, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., on the first floor of the Salle du Vidolet.
Workshop open to ages 15 and up.
Saturday, October 10
Fair open from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.: Kamishibai readings and story mats for children ages 0–3
• 3:00 p.m.: Comic book workshop with Philippe Brocard featuring humorous characters
• 4:00–6:00 p.m.: Japanese bookmark-making with library volunteers
Sunday, October 11
Fair open from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Japanese bookmark-making workshop
• 11:00 a.m.: Comic book workshop with Philippe Brocard on animals and objects
• 3:00 p.m.: Awards ceremony for the “Manga” drawing contest
All weekend long, enjoy the “Through the Power of Manga” exhibition, the interactive quest “The Storytelling Court,” the Japanese badge bar, a giant mural, and caricature and jaspage workshops.
A festive and creative weekend for all lovers of books, drawing, and stories!
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All dates and times
| Opening hours from 01 October to 11 October 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Friday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 06:30 pm |
| Sunday | Open from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm |
Prices
Accessibility
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
- Site, building totally accessible
- Possibility of drop-off in front of the site
- Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities