Cartoon Festival 2025

The Cartoon Festival in Knokke-Heist is an annual international event held in the Belgian coastal town of Knokke-Heist, where visitors can admire cartoons from around the world. Since its first edition in 1962, the festival has grown into the oldest Cartoon Festival in the world.

Festival Highlights

• Exhibitions: Each year, the festival features a themed exhibition with a selection of the best cartoons from both established and emerging artists.
• Press Cartoon Belgium: Every year, Press Cartoon Belgium selects the best political cartoons from the Belgian press. Fans of topical, sharp, and humorous illustrations can enjoy a unique retrospective exhibition: the best cartoons of the past year alongside highlights from the last 25 years are on display this summer.
• Extra Activities: There’s plenty to experience at the Cartoon Festival beyond the main exhibition. Meet your favourite cartoonist at a signing session or join a creative drawing workshop. Children can enjoy the Vlieg treasure hunt and themed animation in the workshop space. And those looking for a fun souvenir can browse the cartoon shop.

Visit the Cartoon Festival in Knokke-Heist for an engaging and humorous experience that celebrates the art of cartoons in a stunning coastal setting.