FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the festival free?
Yes: all festival events are free, with open entry.
Do I need to book?
No: all events are open entry, subject to capacity.
How do I add an event to my calendar?
Each event has a “Calendar” button: Google Calendar, Outlook or an .ics file (Apple Calendar). You can also add events to “My festival” and export them all at once.
Where do the events take place?
At the Institut français in each city, shown on the interactive map: in Luang Prabang on 3 November, on 6 and 7 November, on 11 and 14 November and again on 20 and 21 November, in Vientiane from 10 to 14 November. Several exhibitions stay open until 28 November.
Can I attend several events?
Of course! Plan your route with “My festival”.
Are events in French?
Most talks are bilingual French–Lao, often with interpretation. Films are subtitled and many shows are wordless.
Are there events in Lao?
Yes: readings, storytelling, Lao films and talks with simultaneous interpretation. The language is shown on each event page.