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News - Trolls and Legends 2026

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11 April 2026

One week after... thank you

Just a week ago, the festival was still in full swing.

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04 April 2026

Les lauréats du Troll d'Or 2026 sont connus

En cette fin de journée, la cérémonie du Troll d’Or a eu lieu à Trolls & Légendes 2026.

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03 April 2026

The festival comes to life: setup and first concerts

A look back in pictures at the festival setup and the first concerts of the 2026 edition.

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Christian HILLBORG - Viking chieftain with a pensive look

02 April 2026

Christian Hillborg joins Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026

Announced as a last-minute guest, Christian Hillborg joins Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026.

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ENFANTS DU BOIS (LES) couverture - Two children in a nighttime forest, giant clock in the background, illustrated style.

25 February 2026

Andrea Casaran Ă  Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026 pour Les Enfants du bois (Drakoo)

On February 25, Les Enfants du bois is released by Drakoo and we are pleased to announce that its author, Andrea Casaran, will be at Trolls & Légendes 2026 for her first festival, her first visit to Belgium… and her first signings.

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Rencontre littéraire au festival Trolls & Légendes

14 February 2026

Pôle Littérature : 5 invité·e·s à rencontrer à Trolls & Légendes 2026

Dédicaces, discussions, coups de cœur… Le pôle Littérature de Trolls & Légendes 2026 (3–5 avril 2026) mettra en lumière des univers variés : romantasy à ambiance victorienne, grande fantasy à souffle mythologique, dark fantasy dense, brumes mortelles et dystopie lumineuse.

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Célia KRÉAKUPLA - Fantastic black and white illustrations: a mythological journey

10 February 2026

Literature Hub: Kréakupla, Marylin Weyl, Jenny Miki, Laura Esquine, and R.G. Eybens join the adventure!

The Literature Hub expands with 5 distinct universes: black & white linocut, Japanese inspirations, fantasy manga, imaginary sagas, and dark fantasy.

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Trolls & Legends Festival: concert with multiple artists, April 3-5, 2026 in Mons.

08 February 2026

The 2026 concert line-up is complete!

The musical programming of Trolls & Legends 2026 is finalized. Gloryhammer, Kalandra, The SIDH, and FAUN as headliners. Only one week left to take advantage of the Super Early Bird rate!

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Jacques CHAMBON - The mystery of the potion: meeting with the wise man.

26 January 2026

Cinema Pole: three actors from Kaamelott announced at Trolls & Legends 2026

Three iconic faces of Kaamelott join Trolls & Legends 2026: Jacques Chambon, Alain Chapuis, and Bruno Fontaine. Meetings, exchanges, and signings at the Cinema Pole.

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Faun band on stage, near a lake, for Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026, Sunday 05/04.

24 January 2026

FAUN, headliner on Sunday at Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026

FAUN will be the headliner on Sunday at Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026: enchanting pagan folk, period instruments, polyphonic voices, and unique stage energy.

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Bleuts - Rituhëll - Black and white illustration of a mystical figure with antlers, at the Trolls & Legends fair.

22 January 2026

Literature Hub: five universes to discover - Ambre Tarrier, Bleuts Rituhëll, Encre chimérique, Héron d'Argent and Elisabeth Guillot

Five new universes join the Literature Hub: illustration, linocut, dreamlike fantasy, ink on old pages, collectible editions, and steampunk.

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15 January 2026

Sylvaine and Barbar'O'Rhum join the music lineup of Trolls & LĂ©gendes 2026

Two opposing universes, one stage: Sylvaine, ethereal catharsis from the North, and Barbar’O’Rhum, a pirate Rock’n’Rhum celebration. Meet on the Discovery stage at Trolls & Légendes 2026.

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Georgia Caldera - Woman with colored hair and a book on display, surrounded by greenery.

13 January 2026

Literature Pole 2026: Georgia Caldera, Laurent Gontier, Jean-Laurent Del Socorro, Nicolas Fructus, and Maxime Fontaine announced

New guests at the Literature Pole 2026: Georgia Caldera, Laurent Gontier, Jean-Laurent Del Socorro, Nicolas Fructus, and Maxime Fontaine. Myths, maps, sagas, and illustration.

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Elrohir - Smiling man wearing a green cloak, with a living room background and the Trolls & Legends logo.

11 January 2026

CyberZone 2026: Fausthea, Elrohir (The Echoes of Imladris) and Guinshiki Cosplay announced

First guests of CyberZone 2026: Fausthea and Elrohir from The Echoes of Imladris for the Tolkien universe, and Guinshiki Cosplay, handmade creator and member of the cosplay jury.

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Manga "Naokuren" with a dynamic illustration and a book in a vignette.

08 January 2026

Manga Pole 2026: Naokuren, Grelin, Tpiu, and Alexis Sentenac join Trolls & Legends

The Manga Pole 2026 expands with Naokuren, Grelin, Tpiu, and Alexis Sentenac: fantasy, magic school, grand graphic epic, and cult reinterpretation on the agenda.

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Ayaluna presenting "She is Me" against a colorful background.

03 January 2026

Manga Pole 2026: Ayaluna, Jeronimo Cejudo, Stéphanie Le Chevalier, and KiChii at Trolls & Legends

Ayaluna, Jeronimo Cejudo, Stéphanie Le Chevalier, and KiChii join the Manga Pole of Trolls & Legends 2026 with powerful universes, blending fantasy, post-apocalypse, identity, and mythology.

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Glory Hammer - Five musicians in medieval costumes, with the Gloryhammer logo below.

01 January 2026

Gloryhammer headlining Friday at Trolls & Legends 2026! ⚔️

Gloryhammer arrives at Trolls & Legends 2026 as the headliner for Friday: Heroic Fantasy Power Metal, live space opera, and a battle for the glory of Dundee on the main stage.

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Documentary poster - Dragon in flight with the text "The Triumph of Fantasy" on a cloudy background.

26 December 2025

"Once upon a time... the triumph of Fantasy": Trolls & Legends at the heart of the documentary

The documentary "The Triumph of Fantasy" features Trolls & Legends: numerous images filmed at the festival, regular guests, and an interview with our coordinator Pascal Leroy. ‼️ The broadcast is postponed to Monday, January 12 at 9 PM on France 4 ‼️

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Bardix in Gallic costume sitting in nature, holding a mug and a musical instrument.

23 December 2025

An exceptional after-party with Bardix the Gaul and his Gallic Techno

A totally crazy after-party with Bardix the Gaul at Trolls & Legends 2026: Gallic Techno, tribal energy, and pagan electro trance until the end of the night.

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The Sidh - A musician on stage with a dynamic look, surrounded by colorful lights. Trolls & Legends event.

20 December 2025

The SIDH & Kalandra on the main stage of Trolls & Legends 2026

Explosive sound and light show and cinematic Nordic folk, between energy and emotions.

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Cover of the book "Cannon Fire" with gifts and the title at the bottom.

18 December 2025

Favorite novels from the Literature Pole - Gift ideas for Trolls & Legends

Need gift ideas? The Literature Pole shares its favorite novels: fantasy, reimagined tales, gothic, post-apocalyptic, and a beautiful magical youth read.

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Fanny Caldin - Smiling woman with glasses, wearing a sweater, next to her books, wooden background.

16 December 2025

New Guests of the Literature Pole at Trolls & Legends 2026

The Literature Pole of Trolls & Legends 2026 welcomes Fanny Caldin, Pome L. Desombre, Ellie S. Green, and Siècle Vaëlban with strong and enchanting fantasy sagas.

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Two women with musical instruments, dark decor, Trolls & Legends logo at the top.

13 December 2025

Luneris & MAGOYOND: between lunar trance and metal apocalypse at Trolls & Legends 2026

Luneris and MAGOYOND arrive at Trolls & Legends 2026: ritual of Pagan Trance Music under the Moon and apocalyptic metal cabaret, between poetry and chaos.

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Arthur de Pins - Smiling man with glasses, presenting the comic "Knight Club".

11 December 2025

New BD guests at Trolls & Legends 2026: Didier Poli, Ismaël Legrand, Arthur de Pins, Jacques Chambon & Michel Rodrigue

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Lilith Max - Portrait of a young woman with curly hair, looking thoughtful, against a dark background.

09 December 2025

Lilith Max in Belgium for the first time at Trolls & Legends!

Lilith Max arrives in Belgium for the first time at Trolls & Legends! Fantastic folk, celestial voice, and a legendary universe await.

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MĂĄnegarm - Three musicians in leather in front of a wooden building, promoters of Trolls & Legends.

06 December 2025

MĂĄnegarm and Saor join the lineup of Trolls & Legends 2026!

MĂĄnegarm and Saor are coming to Trolls & Legends 2026! Nordic folk metal and Celtic atmospheres for a mythical and powerful evening.

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Itinera - Two artists stand side by side, dressed in medieval and fantastical clothing, against a dark background filled with fog. The text indicates "Trolls & Legends" and the group "Itinera" for Saturday 04/04 on the Mainstage.

02 December 2025

Tabernis and Itinera join the Main Stage 2026

Two new groups join the Main Stage: Tabernis with its dark medieval universe, and Itinera, a mystical duo with hypnotic musical rituals.

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JOLLY JACKERS - A five-person band posing together in a festive setting, with a red phone and drinks. In the background, a wall with lights and colorful writings. At the bottom, the text "JOLLY JACKERS" and "Friday 03/04".

29 November 2025

Jolly Jackers will open the Main Stage of Trolls & Legends 2026!

Jolly Jackers, a reference of Hungarian Irish punk, will open the Main Stage 2026! An explosive band with 350 concerts and international fame.

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One Shot Bards - A smiling artist sings on stage during the Trolls & Legends event. He wears a white shirt and is equipped with a microphone and an instrument. The background design indicates "One Shot Bards" and the date, Saturday 04/04.

27 November 2025

New groups announced for the Discovery Stage!

Blood Of The Green, One Shot Bards, and Valar join the Discovery Stage 2026: Irish rock, bardic comedy, and medieval folk await!

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Level Encre - Five men dressed as pirates look towards the camera, forming a circle. They wear various hats and colorful costumes.

25 November 2025

First groups announced for the Discovery Stage 2026!

The first groups of the Discovery Stage are revealed! Level Encre, Det Var, and The Muddy States join the Trolls & Legends 2026 adventure.

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Olivier Ledroit is working on an illustration of a woman with wavy red hair, wearing ornate armor. The poster for Trolls and Legends 2026 comes to life.

08 October 2025

Trolls & Legends 2026 comes to life under the brush of Olivier Ledroit

A vibrant tribute to François Marcela-Froideval, master of dark fantasy and friend of the festival.

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