Utopiales 2026: International Science Fiction Festival in Nantes
From October 29 to November 1, 2026, the city of Nantes will host one of Europe's largest science fiction festivals: Les Utopiales.
This unmissable event attracts fans of futuristic universes, literature, cinema, and science every year.
Founded in 2000, Les Utopiales stands out for its rich and ambitious program.
Each edition brings together renowned authors, scientists, illustrators, filmmakers, and science fiction enthusiasts.
Through lectures, film concerts, meetings, and book signings, the festival questions our relationship with science, fiction, and the major societal issues of tomorrow.
In 2026, the central theme will be "Perspectives." It is an opportunity to reflect on the future, different worlds, and illusions...
On the program for this 2026 edition:
Accessible to all, Les Utopiales 2025 is aimed at both the initiated and the curious. And it’s a great opportunity to visit Nantes in a different way!
Between lectures or screenings, discover the city's iconic neighborhoods, explore the Machines de l'île, and enjoy the many gourmet spots near the festival.
📍 Address: La Cité des Congrès de Nantes, 5 Rue de Valmy, 44000 Nantes
📅 Dates: From Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 1, 2026
⏰ Hours: From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (times may vary depending on the day and events)
🎟️ Prices: Free admission for children under 12. Adult prices (€11) and 4-day passes (€38) are available on the official website.
The Originals Novella Hotel ** enjoys an ideal location in downtown Nantes, just steps from the train station, the Palais des Congrès, and the Château des Ducs de Bretagne.
Discover our Privilege, Family, and Elegance rooms, all equipped with a shower room, a courtesy tray, and a flat-screen TV.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on weekends.
The hotel, which has been awarded the "bicycle-friendly" label, has a bicycle garage accessible from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. This is the perfect opportunity to discover the Loire by bike.
This unmissable event attracts fans of futuristic universes, literature, cinema, and science every year.
Les Utopiales 2026, the international science fiction event not to be missed in Nantes
An international festival at the intersection of imagination and science
Founded in 2000, Les Utopiales stands out for its rich and ambitious program.
Each edition brings together renowned authors, scientists, illustrators, filmmakers, and science fiction enthusiasts.
Through lectures, film concerts, meetings, and book signings, the festival questions our relationship with science, fiction, and the major societal issues of tomorrow.
In 2026, the central theme will be "Perspectives." It is an opportunity to reflect on the future, different worlds, and illusions...
The 2026 Program
On the program for this 2026 edition:
- literature with round tables and pop-up meetings;
- cinema with the screening of nearly 90 feature-length and short films;
- exhibitions;
- board games, life-size games, figurines, video games, etc.
An event accessible to all
Accessible to all, Les Utopiales 2025 is aimed at both the initiated and the curious. And it’s a great opportunity to visit Nantes in a different way!
Between lectures or screenings, discover the city's iconic neighborhoods, explore the Machines de l'île, and enjoy the many gourmet spots near the festival.
Practical Information
📍 Address: La Cité des Congrès de Nantes, 5 Rue de Valmy, 44000 Nantes
📅 Dates: From Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 1, 2026
⏰ Hours: From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (times may vary depending on the day and events)
🎟️ Prices: Free admission for children under 12. Adult prices (€11) and 4-day passes (€38) are available on the official website.
Book your hotel in Nantes now
The Originals Novella Hotel ** enjoys an ideal location in downtown Nantes, just steps from the train station, the Palais des Congrès, and the Château des Ducs de Bretagne.
Discover our Privilege, Family, and Elegance rooms, all equipped with a shower room, a courtesy tray, and a flat-screen TV.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on weekends.
The hotel, which has been awarded the "bicycle-friendly" label, has a bicycle garage accessible from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. This is the perfect opportunity to discover the Loire by bike.
