A 14th Festival on Saint-Denis Street
From May 23 to 25, 2025, the Montreal Comic Arts Festival will set up its tents on Saint-Denis Street, between Gilford and Roy, creating a 1.2 km comic-themed walk filled with activities, exhibitions, and meet-and-greets.
Last year, the MCAF welcomed over 95,000 visitors, hosted 170 exhibitors, and showcased 320 comic artists. The MCAF team presented a bilingual program of over 60 free activities themed Beyond Borders, held over three days for the general public.
Opening Hours
The Montreal Comic Arts Festival is a free outdoor event, taking place rain or shine. All activities and exhibitors are sheltered under tents.
- Friday, May 23 – 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Saturday, May 24 – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Sunday, May 25 – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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COMING SOON
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How to Get There
By Public Transit
The festival is near Laurier, Mont-Royal, and Sherbrooke metro stations. For direct access to the heart of the event, you can get off at Mont-Royal, but why not start your journey at Sherbrooke or Laurier and take in the entire route?
By Bike
While the Express Bike Network (EBN) will be closed for safety reasons during the festival, cycling is still a great way to reach MCAF. Access is available via the Saint-Denis EBN from the north or south, or the bike paths on Rachel or Roy. Several Bixi stations are also nearby. Vélo Québec’s website offers maps for planning your route if needed.
By Car
With several streets closed to cars, traffic on the Plateau–Mont-Royal may be slower in late May. If driving is necessary, parking is available on nearby streets (mind the permit zones), and there are some nearby parking lots.
Accessibility
Reduced mobility
Though the festival spans 1.2 km, all activity tents are easily accessible and centrally grouped between Marie-Anne and Rachel streets. The comic walk allows smooth movement along pedestrianized Saint-Denis. Volunteers are available to assist those needing help, and accessible seating for wheelchair users can be arranged. There is a drop-off point for those with reduced mobility at the north end (Gilford Street), with another near the activity area on Marie-Anne, between Drolet and Saint-Denis.
Accessible restrooms and rest areas are provided in each festival section. For questions, please contact us at info@fbdm-mcaf.ca, and we will gladly help plan a visit as enjoyable as possible.
Other
The MCAF aims to be inclusive and accessible to as many as possible, though resources are limited. We are committed to making ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility in the coming years. Feel free to write to us with any suggestions.
Tourism
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To make the most of your visit to the festival, why not plan a stop in one of the boutiques or indulge in one of Saint-Denis’ many bars and restaurants?
