Event Dates
From: Friday, September 8, 2023
To: Sunday, September 10, 2023
Including Balloon Day and Comic Strip Car Rally
Belgium, and Brussels in particular, have been fertile ground for comic strips from the very beginning, so it’s entirely fitting that they dedicate a full weekend to the rich cultural heritage that is the “Ninth Art.”
- The Comic Strip Festival attracts thousands of visitors, so book your stay as early as possible as hotels in the centre can be difficult to find. Stay in the “Fabulous” rated Hotel Indigo Brussels, featuring stylish and spacious rooms, great location and high-rated breakfast options.
The Festival
- Since it began in 2010, the Brussels Comic Strip Festival has grown by leaps and bounds and acquired a reputation as a premier festival in the Ninth Art world. More than 100,000 people are now expected to attend each year as well as 250 renowned authors.
- Each year the Brussels Comic Strip Festival is the main event for all comic strip fans. Whether young or old, amateur or expert, tourist or Brussels local, merchant or buyer, there is something for everyone in the wide variety of activities on offer.
- Check out the best hotels to stay closest to the host venue.
The Venue
- The festival takes place at the Gare Maritime on the Tour & Taxis neighbourhood featuring a wide variety of activities that have made it famous: autographs, activities, conferences, workshops, exhibitions.
- This former freight station has recently undergone major renovations that restored much of its original architectural heritage while adapting the massive interior space for events, retail and office space.
- Stay close to the venue at the Yadoya Hotel, with spacious rooms and city views. The hotel is just 800m from Tours & Taxis.
Event Highlights
- Highlights of the event include the Balloon’s Day Parade and the Comic strip car rally will take over the streets of Brussels for an unusual show. That’s what it takes to thrill our 100,000 loyal visitors!
Balloon Day
- Date to be confirmed – Larger-than-life comic strip characters will storm the capital’s major arteries. The Balloon’s Day Parade is raring to go and display its gargantuan balloons to an ever-larger audience.
- The Route : Place des Palais -> Rue Ducale -> Rue de la Loi -> Rue des Colonies -> Place de l’Albertine -> Boulevard de l’Empereur -> Rue des Alexiens -> Rue des Bogards -> Boulevard Anspach -> the city Centre boulevards
The Car Rally
- Date to be confirmed – Since its first running in 2013, the Tintin Magazine Rally has become an essential event at the Brussels Comic Strip Festival.
- In all, about 100 collectors’ cars will participate. In another significant new development, the event will start at four different locations: Lier, Verviers, Jumet, and Anderlecht.
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The 5-star Hotel Amigo boasts elegant rooms with designer features, on the corner of Grand Place. It combines modern facilities, a gym and an award-winning restaurant with a picturesque historic setting. Flat-screen TV, a work desk and a minibar Each air-conditioned room has a seating area and a luxurious bathroom with mosaic details.
This luxurious hotel in the heart of Brussels is a 2-minute walk from the Grand-Place and Brussels Central Station. It features free access to the fitness centre and sauna. A brand newly installed air conditioning system, Rooms with a flat-screen TV, free internet and a marble bathroom. Guests can enjoy an American buffet breakfast every morning
Set within a 5-minute walk from Grand Place and Manneken Pis, and a 10-minute walk from Brussels Central Train Station, Brussels Marriott Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms and a fitness centre. There is an open-kitchen restaurant and private parking facilities are available. Rooms are equipped with satellite TV, coffee and tea making facilities
The Dominican is a 4-star hotel located in the centre of Brussels, just a 5-minute walk from the Maison Grand Place. It offers spacious accommodation with free WiFi. Guests can benefit from a number of wellness facilities, such as a sauna and a fitness centre, both available free of charge. 100 m from the popular shopping street Rue des Bouchers.
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Along with 2 bars/lounges, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a coffee shop/café. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service, and a business center. All 224 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Guests will also find flat-screen TVs, free bottled water, and laptop-compatible safes.
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a steam room, and 24-hour room service. All 217 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Soaking tubs, minibars (stocked with some free items), premium bedding, and flat-screen TVs.
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a business center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. All 65 rooms offer free WiFi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find room service, hair dryers, and safes.
This smoke-free hotel features a front-desk safe and free WiFi in public areas. All 22 rooms boast fireplaces and offer free WiFi and living rooms. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests will also find electric kettles and free bottled water.