Festival dates and theme

The Utopiales science fiction festival will take place from October 29 to November 1 in Nantes, with the theme "Perspectives" covering literature, cinema, comics, science, exhibitions, and games.

Venue changes and access

The Cité des congrès, the main venue, is undergoing renovations, so entry is now through the Grande Halle at 5, rue de Valmy. The ticket office has moved to the Nantes Métropole exhibition center, opposite the Cité des congrès.

Event locations and hours

The festival uses multiple venues, including the Lieu Unique, Espace CIC Ouest, and Ateliers de Bitche. Doors open at 8:15 am on Thursday and at 8:30 am from Friday to Sunday, with closing times varying by location and event.

Ticket prices and categories

Tickets range from 3 to 52 euros, depending on the type and category. Full-price daily tickets are 15 euros, while reduced-price tickets are 8 euros for certain groups. A four-day pass costs 52 euros at full price or 25 euros at the reduced rate.

Free access and transport

Children under 6 can enter for free with an adult, but they must collect a free ticket at the office. Festival tickets grant free use of the Naolib network for the day, but not the TER, airport shuttle, or park-and-ride parking.

Accessibility and event details

Accessibility features include priority access cards, rest rooms, adapted documents, and French Sign Language interpretation. The festival’s program grid lets visitors filter events by discipline and location, covering topics like future representations and science fiction.