Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Returns September 26-29 with Noted Artist Guests

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) returns for a free, four-day event spanning the city September 26-29, 2024. This year’s festival will feature a lineup of panels, workshops, and special events featuring some of the most respected names in the comics and animation world.

Featured Panelists:

• Keito Gaku: Japanese mangaka known for works like “Sayonara, Planetarium” and “Umineko no Naku Koro ni.”
• Justin Hall: Queer comics icon known for works like “The Book of Other Things” and “Paradiso.”
• More to be announced.

Events:

• Exhibitions: A range of exhibitions featuring original artwork, graphic novels, and comics.
• Workshops: Workshops on comics drawing, animation, and storytelling.
• Screenings: A selection of short films, animations, and documentaries.
• Special Events: Book signings, talks, and parties.

About CXC:

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus is a four-day celebration founded in 2015 by Columbus-based cartoonist Jeff Smith. The festival is dedicated to the art of comics and animation and brings together some of the best artists, writers, and editors in the world. CXC provides a free and accessible opportunity for people of all ages to explore and appreciate the world of comics and animation.

More Information:

Visit the Cartoon Crossroads Columbus website (https://www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org/) or follow their Facebook page at https://m.facebook.com/cartooncrossroadscolumbus/videos/.

Follow CXC on Social Media:

• Twitter: @CXCColumbus
• Instagram: @cartooncrossroadscb
• Hashtag: #CXC2024

Support CXC:

Cartoon Crossroads Columbus is a non-profit organization and relies on donations to continue its public events. To support the festival, please visit their website at https://www.cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org/.