BKK Comics Art Festival #5 runs from 6 to 18 October 2026 along the curved wall on the fifth floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre. Organised by bkk UNZINE, the exhibition brings together established and emerging artists in a visual-arts celebration of comics storytelling.
Two convention weekends, 10 to 11 October and 17 to 18 October, add creators, panels, workshops, demonstrations and an art market. BACC is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 8pm and closes on Monday, so the exhibition should be planned around the centre’s operating week.
Why The Fifth Edition Matters
BCAF treats comics as visual storytelling rather than only merchandise or fandom. Pages, covers, strips and process work can show how timing, framing, colour and lettering shape a narrative. That focus makes the festival useful even for visitors who do not collect comics. The fifth edition also signals a community with enough continuity to connect emerging artists and international guests.
Exhibition Or Convention
Weekdays centre on the curved-wall exhibition and allow a quieter reading pace. Convention weekends introduce more people, booths and scheduled activities. The organiser has highlighted featured artist Beli and guest mangaka Akeji Fujimura, with additional creators and sessions announced through its channels. Not every artist or workshop will be present on every day.
Choose A Visit Day
Visit on a weekday for close looking and easier photographs, or choose a convention day for conversation, demonstrations and buying directly from creators. Fans may want both. The first weekend can suit introductory panels, while the second may carry different guests and finales. Read the daily schedule rather than assuming the two weekends repeat each other.
Budget For More Than Entry
The main exhibition is presented inside BACC, but individual panels, workshops or merchandise can have separate prices and registration. Set a spending limit for zines and art before browsing. Cash can help small creators, while digital payment may vary. Buying one work you genuinely read is more supportive than collecting items only for online proof.
Arrive Before The Rush
BACC opens from 10am to 8pm Tuesday through Sunday. On convention weekends, arriving before the first desired session reduces queue stress and leaves time for the exhibition. Avoid Monday because the centre is closed. Allow two hours for the exhibition alone and longer when talks, signings or a workshop are part of the day.
Getting To BACC
BACC stands at 939 Rama I Road in Pathumwan, beside the BTS National Stadium area and within walking distance of Siam. Rail is usually easier than driving during weekend shopping traffic. Use the elevated walkway where appropriate and check the correct fifth-floor zone after entering, since the building hosts several exhibitions at once.
Register For Activities
Follow bkk UNZINE for activity registration, panel tickets and schedule changes. A workshop place is not secured by arriving at the building unless the organiser explicitly says walk-ins are accepted. Keep the confirmation and note the meeting room. If a session is full, the exhibition still offers a meaningful visit without trying to slip into a reserved seat.
Look At Art Slowly
Bring a light layer, water and a compact sketchbook if permitted. Convention floors can become crowded, so use a slim bag and keep portfolio tubes out of walkways. Take breaks between dense walls of art. Visitors who need seating or step-free access should ask BACC staff for the most direct route rather than pushing through a busy staircase.
Respect Artists And Work
Ask before photographing individual works or creators at booths, and never reproduce a full comic page as if it were free content. Credit artists when sharing permitted images. Handle zines only when invited, keep drinks away from displays and do not block a table while conducting a long impromptu portfolio review. Respect keeps a small arts community sustainable.
Check The Live Programme
Programme details can develop close to October. Recheck dates, guest appearances, registration links, workshop fees and any sold-out notice on the organiser’s official pages. BACC information confirms the exhibition window and location. Social reposts are useful for discovery but should not replace the current schedule when a specific artist determines your trip.
Who Will Enjoy It
The festival suits comics readers, illustrators, designers, students, families with art-curious teenagers and visitors interested in contemporary Thai culture. Small children may prefer a shorter weekday visit. People expecting a giant commercial pop-culture expo should note the art-forward scale and appreciate the chance for closer creator contact.
The Verdict
BKK Comics Art Festival #5 is strongest when approached as both an exhibition and a living creator community. Choose weekday calm or convention energy, register for limited sessions and leave time to read the walls. One thoughtful conversation or discovered artist can matter more than covering every booth.
Practical Information
- Exhibition: 6 to 18 October 2026.
- Convention weekends: 10 to 11 and 17 to 18 October.
- Location: Curved Wall, fifth floor, BACC.
- BACC hours: 10am to 8pm, Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday.
- Address: 939 Rama I Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok.
- Map: Open in Google Maps
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Questions
When is BKK Comics Art Festival #5?
The exhibition runs from 6 to 18 October 2026.
When are the convention days?
They are 10 to 11 October and 17 to 18 October.
Where inside BACC is it held?
On the curved wall on the fifth floor, with related activities in designated rooms.
Is BACC open on Monday?
No. BACC lists Monday as its weekly closing day.