Y/CON, the key event about homo-fictions

Since 2016, the Y/CON settles in Paris, cultural crossroad of Europe. This one of a kind exhibition offers a program as rich as it is diverse, on a 2800mÂČ space. We are proud to display yaoi, yuri, M/M, F/F, bara, gay, lesbian, trans, bi, asexual and more


A DIVERSE AND INTERNATIONAL EVENT
The exhibition welcomes a lot of guests and speakers (mangaka, cartoonists, novelists, directors, performers
) from France or from abroad such C.S. PACAT (Australia), TAMEKOU (Japan), Shunsuke & Ariderion (London), Yukari Fujimoto (Japan), James Welker (Japan), Arone, Athyess, La BriochĂ©e, Lily Haime, Gotyosin, Kochei, Violettes Banks, David Halphen, Yohann Antoine, AmĂ©lie C. Astier, Mary Matthews, F.V. Estyer, Toth-M


This exhibition gathers each time more exhibitors (~110) and a lot of partners and journalists, who continue to support us over the years. More than 3005 entries in 2022!

A RICH PROGRAM AND MANY HIGHLIGHTS
Lectures, workshops and round tables are the opportunity for the visitors to share some highlights with the guests, speakers and exhibitors of the Y/CON. The artists can exchange with their fans in a warm atmosphere conducive to meetings between enthusiasts.
The weekend is rhythmed by activities (cosplay, dance, karaoke, video games
) with our organizer’s team. Short films, features, series and anime screenings are also offered to the audience as well as a thematic exhibition putting renowned artists in the spotlight.

PROFESSIONAL EXHIBITORS AND INDEPENDANT ARTISTS
Prestigious guests, professional booths, independent artists, the whole world of homo-fictions assembles every year at the unmissable Y/CON.
The event gathers a lot of publishers (novels, manga, comic books), associations, authors, illustrators, creators, fanzines circles and merchandise dealers.

Y/CON : What does it mean ? / Why this name ?

‱ The “Y” gathers the terms Yaoi* and Yuri*. It’s also the “Y” from “You” in English because this event is for you and is a part of a safe space where you can blossom and where nobody judge you or denigrate your passion.
‱ The “/” symbol (slash) embodies homo-romantic relationships that enthusiasts imagine between mangas, series, movies, novels or other media’s characters. The slash is for most of us the starting point of our passion and it’s still a built-in part of our activities!
‱ CON is of course the “Convention” abbreviation, English word that define exhibitions and gathering of enthusiasts.

 

The Y/CON, it’s an immersive world where each and every one can be what they want.
Join us to live an unforgettable experience!

#friendly #welcoming #unique #geek #multicultural #inclusive #LGBTQ+ #rainbow #queer #passion

Contact us