The Lakes International Comic Art Festival returns 27th-29th September 2024.

Get ready, true believers, because the Lakes International Comic Art Festival is making its triumphant return to Bowness-on-Windermere this September 27-29th 2024! After a brief pandemic-induced hiatus, this veritable Mecca of sequential art is back, and it’s promising to be bigger and better than ever. The festival’s organizers have been pulling out all the stops, lining up an absolutely jaw-dropping guest list that reads like a “who’s who” of the comic book world. From the legendary Mike Collins, whose Doctor Who artwork has graced the pages of the long-running magazine, to the current and former editors of that very publication, this year’s event is a dream come true for Whovians.

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg, dear readers. The festival will also feature live draws, interviews, presentations, workshops, and more – giving attendees a chance to get up close and personal with some of the greatest comic creators on the planet. How’s that for a comic book lover’s paradise?

And speaking of creators, we here at SFcrowsnest can exclusively reveal that the award-winning duo of Bryan and Mary Talbot will be joining the already stacked guest lineup. The Talbots have graced the medium with true masterpieces like The Adventures of Luther Arkwright, Grandville, and Dotter of her Father’s Eyes, so their presence is sure to be a major draw.

With the “Early Bird” ticket offer set to end in just a few short days, now is the time to snatch up your weekend passes and start planning your pilgrimage to Cumbria. Trust us, you won’t want to miss out on the chance to bask in the glory of the Lakes International Comic Art Festival.

So grab your sketchpads, your cosplay outfits, and your best-loved graphic novels, because the comic book event of the year is just around the corner. See you in Windermere!