Cartoon People Comics Festival 2026

Cartoon People Turns 10: A Three-Day Festival of Fantasy, Myth and Imagination Celebrate a decade of creativity with Cartoon People at a vibrant three-day festival where fantasy, mythology and Bengali identity come alive through cartoons, comics, storytelling, animation, music, puppetry and live performances. Marking the 10th anniversary of Cartoon People, the festival invites children, young people, families and art enthusiasts to explore the world of Bangladeshi visual storytelling. From beloved local characters and timeless myths to original comics and imaginative artworks, the event offers an exciting space to discover, create and connect through art. About Cartoon People Founded in 2016, Cartoon People is a community of passionate cartoonists, animators and storytellers dedicated to bringing Bangladeshi stories to life and sharing them with the world. Through Cartoon People Comics, its independent publishing initiative, the organisation develops and promotes original Bangladeshi comics, characters and culturally rooted stories. It also uses cartoons, comics and public art as tools for social change, raising awareness, amplifying voices, engaging communities and inspiring meaningful action. Over the years, Cartoon People has collaborated with national and international organisations, including the World Bank, UN Women Bangladesh, Bonhishikha, Adhunika Foundation, EMK Center, the Government of Canada, Shakti Foundation and Plan International Bangladesh. As it celebrates ten years of creative exploration, Cartoon People continues to nurture emerging talent and bring stories from Bangladesh to wider audiences. Festival Highlights Across three days, visitors can enjoy exhibitions, comic book launches, artist discussions, creative workshops, live art and performances. Day 1 — Launch & Discover Launch of CPC Vol. 2 and 4Pata Comics Exhibitions and artist panel Live caricature drawing Live mural art and music Day 2 — Create & Compete Deshi Character Design Challenge (DCDC) Exhibition opening and DCDC Awards Ceremony Live character design session Independent comics workshop Day 3 — Play & Celebrate Puppet show and children's book reading for families Live drawing workshop Sketchbook display activity Live performance by Kaktaal Band Creative Workshops Festival-goers will also have opportunities to explore their own creativity through engaging, hands-on activities, including: Learn to Draw in 10 Minutes Mini Comics Workshop Street Drawing Workshop From comic books and children's literature to animation, puppet theatre and live graffiti art, the festival celebrates the many ways stories can be imagined, drawn, performed and shared. Join Cartoon People at Alliance Française de Dhaka for three days of creativity, discovery and celebration as it marks ten years of Bangladeshi stories, characters and imagination. Event Details Dates: 26–28 November 2026 Venue: Alliance Française de Dhaka, Dhanmondi Address: Plot 26, Road 3, Mirpur Road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka