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Retropalooza 2024
2024-10-26 - 2024-10-27 | Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, Texas, 76102, United States
This annual event is a celebration of all things retro! Join us for a nostalgic journey featuring some of the best YouTube personalities in the universe.
Enjoy free-play console games, exciting contests, and competitions. Attend guest panels and engage with over 150 vendor booths offering a variety of retro treasures.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the retro scene, Retropalooza is the perfect place to relive the past and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on this ultimate retro gaming experience!

Montreal International Game Summit 2024
2024-10-30 - 2024-10-31 | Bonsecours Market, 350 Rue Saint-Paul E, Montriel, Quebec, H2Y 1H2, Canada
Step into the dynamic world of gaming innovation and creativity at the Montreal International Game Summit (MIGS) – the ultimate gathering for game developers, industry leaders, and gaming enthusiasts alike. Held in the vibrant city of Montreal, Canada, MIGS is a premier event that showcases the latest trends, technologies, and ideas shaping the future of interactive entertainment. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking to expand your network or a budding developer seeking inspiration, MIGS offers unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration.
At MIGS, attendees can expect a diverse lineup of engaging presentations, insightful panels, and hands-on workshops led by industry experts from around the globe. From exploring the latest advancements in game design and development to gaining valuable insights into emerging trends such as virtual reality and esports, there’s something for everyone at MIGS. Moreover, the event provides a platform for developers to showcase their projects, connect with potential collaborators, and seek feedback from peers and industry veterans. With its inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, MIGS fosters creativity, innovation, and camaraderie, making it a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the world of gaming. Join us at the Montreal International Game Summit and be a part of the future of gaming!

Youmacon 2024
2024-10-31 13:00 - 2024-11-03 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Huntington Place, 1 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Youmacon is Detroit’s celebration of Japanese animation, video games, popular culture and costuming. It features interactive games, live competitions, celebrity guest panels, live musical performances, and a large marketplace for shopping anime merchandise. Now in its 19th year, it attracts attendees from all around the world.

TORG Gaming Expo 2024
2024-11-01 08:00 - 2024-11-03 17:00 UTC | Hyatt Regency Columbus & Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Established in 2015, TORG Gaming Expo has quickly become one of the largest video gaming conventions in the Midwest. Spanning over 300,000 square feet, this event features more than 400 tables filled with video games, comics, toys, art, and more.
Immerse yourself in a pure nostalgia trip with 80% of the tables dedicated to retro treasures, from Atari to current-gen gaming. Discover rare finds, relive your favorite gaming moments, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Join us at TORG Gaming Expo for an unforgettable celebration of gaming history and culture!

Nekocon 2024
2024-11-01 19:00 - 2024-11-03 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, 23666, United States
Welcome to NekoCon 2024: Mewths and Legends. NekoCon is Virginias Longest Running Anime Convention, hosted in Hampton, Virginia November 1st – November 3rd 2024!
Nekocon is an annual convention in Hampton celebrating anime with various activities and guest panels. Starlight Maid & Butler Café is a volunteer event group made up of fans of pop culture, anime, and all things cute. Come experience a 3-day convention celebrating Anime, Manga, and Video Games.

FACTS 2024
2024-11-02 - 2024-11-03 | Flanders Expo, Maaltekouter 1, Gent, East Flanders (Oost-Vlaanderen), 9051, Belgium
Escape reality and dive into the wonderful universe of FACTS, Your Belgian Comic-Con! If you’re a fan of movies, series, video games, board games, cosplay, superheroes, anime, and other pop culture phenomena, then you won’t want to miss this two-day fandom festival. Curious to see what it’s like? Scroll down for an overview and watch last edition’s aftermovie!

Animangapop Brighton 2024
2024-11-02 11:00 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | Holiday Inn Brighton – Seafront, 137 Kings Road, Brighton, England, BN1 2JF, United Kingdom
An event celebrating anime and manga with various activities and panels. One of the UK’s BEST Anime, Manga and POP-Culture events An action-packed, non-stop, totally bonkers day full of convention goodness Don’t miss a single minute and book your ticket… NOW!

Manga Barcelona 2024
2024-11-05 - 2024-11-08 | Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Avenida Joan Carles I, 64, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Catalonia, 08908, Spain
Manga Barcelona is a prominent annual convention in Barcelona, Spain, typically held in late October or early November. As one of Europe’s largest manga and anime events, it celebrates various aspects of Japanese pop culture. The convention showcases manga, anime, videogames, cosplay, and Japanese music and culture. Attendees can expect a diverse range of activities, including exhibitions of manga and anime artwork, screenings of anime films and series, panels featuring industry professionals, cosplay contests, and merchandise sales. The event also offers workshops on manga-related skills and cultural demonstrations. While specific details about Manga Barcelona 2024 are not specified just yet, it’s likely to follow a similar format to previous years, potentially with unique guests, exhibitions, or themes.

Game Days 2024
2024-11-07 - 2024-11-09 | Kulturpark, Kukučínova 2, Kosice, Košice Region, 04001, Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
International game development festival connecting creativity, art and business aspects welcoming all fans of videogames in beautiful city of Kosice, Slovakia.
Developers, students, enthusiasts, gaming studios…Join us for an unforgettable conference experience!

Design – Learn game design principles and insights from industry experts. Topics include mechanics, aesthetics, and narrative, along with emerging trends and technologies. Gain valuable insights for creating engaging gaming experiences.
Production – Explore the ins and outs of game production with industry experts in our segment. Discover tips and strategies on project planning, team management, and quality assurance to ensure your game’s success.
Job Fair – Connect with top employers in the game development industry at our Job Fair. Discover exciting job opportunities and network with industry professionals to advance your career. Don’t miss this chance to make valuable connections and take your career to the next level.
Workshops – Unleash your creativity at our art activities. Join other attendees in hands-on workshops led by talented artists in the game development industry. Explore a variety of art styles and techniques, and learn how to apply them in your own game development projects.
Indie Showcase – Discover the latest indie game development innovations and talent at our showcase. Experience the creativity and passion of talented indie developers as they present their projects. Explore a variety of game genres and styles, and get a glimpse into the future of indie games.
Networking – Expand your professional network and forge valuable connections with other game development professionals. Engage in one-on-one meetings to share ideas and experiences. Achieve your goals and take your career to the next level.

Last year highlights
Last year was our biggest year yet! We had more than 750 attendees, 30+ speakers, showcase, Job Fair, workshops, 3 afterparties and even bigger section dedicated to Indie developers. Our yearly event has something for everyone, whether you’re a developer or just interested in learning more about this vibrant industry.

Kumoricon 2024
2024-11-08 08:00 - 2024-11-10 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, Oregon, 97232, United States
Kumoricon is an annual three-day anime convention in Portland, Oregon. It features special guests, artists, exhibitors, panels, cosplay performances and celebrates anime and Japanese culture.
Celebrating more than twenty years of anime and Japanese culture, Kumoricon is back for its biggest year yet! Gaining its namesake (kumori) from the Japanese word “cloudy”, we embody everything it means to live in the Pacific Northwest and love this fandom. Stretching across generations, anime fans have gathered together for an amazing annual event, rain or shine. Returning to Portland, Oregon, we are excited to bring you another wonderful anime convention designed and operated with the fans and their devotion in mind.

Brighton Anime & Gaming Con 2024
2024-11-09 08:00 - 2024-11-10 17:00 UTC | The Old Ship Hotel, Brighton, UK, 32-38 Kings Road, Brighton, United Kingdom
Brighton Anime & Gaming Con combines the excitement of anime and gaming with activities like cosplay competitions, engaging panels, and hands-on workshops.
The event features a variety of vendor stalls, artist alleys, and a gaming area with a selection of consoles and arcade machines. Evening events, including themed parties and social mixers, enhance the experience, providing opportunities for attendees to socialize and enjoy the vibrant community.

Anime Expo Chibi 2024
2024-11-09 10:00 - 2024-11-10 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E Convention Center Way, Ontario, California, 91764, United States
Anime Expo Chibi is a smaller-scale spinoff convention held in Ontario, California. It provides a cozier setting to celebrate Japanese anime and pop culture with an exhibit hall and artist alley.
Starting out his journey of preforming his music /art and visuals live since last year, he has been progressing quickly and making haste of his works with alot more to come this year. With multiple self made visuals, virtual dj experiences and preforming all over the Los Angeles area looking to further his reach to a collective fan base. With an EP releasing in October and another virtual performance this summer it is something highly to take note of made by this newly talented artist. Most of his biggest influences for music come from electro, ambient, breakbeats, heavy metal, animecore and video game sounds, he aim’s to make something that truly speaks as his own world brought to life. Anime, Arcade and Retro Gaming have been a big part of his influences on art and music craft. With quick witted sampling, heavy drops or slow tempo’demotional music, it’s defiantly a an experience that looks to tell a story along with making you dance. A dance party you would not want to miss out on!!

SiGMA Europe
2024-11-11 - 2024-11-14 | Malta Maritime Hub (MMH), Mediterranean Maritime Hub, Xatt il-Mollijiet, Marsa, MRS 1152, Malta
SiGMA Europe is a premier iGaming event that brings together a global audience of stakeholders from the online gaming and esports sectors. The conference agenda includes sessions on blockchain technology, regulatory challenges, and market opportunities. The event’s expo floor features the latest in gaming innovations, from VR experiences to cutting-edge gaming platforms.
SiGMA also hosts a series of networking events, including VIP dinners and startup pitch sessions, fostering connections and investment opportunities.

Animex 2024
2024-11-11 08:00 - 2024-11-15 17:00 UTC | Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Animex is an annual festival that celebrates animation, visual effects, and game development. Hosted by Teesside University, the event features talks from industry veterans, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can learn about the latest trends and techniques in animation and game development, participate in panel discussions, and view screenings of innovative works.
The festival also includes an expo area where students and professionals can showcase their projects and connect with potential collaborators.

India Game Developer Conference 2024
2024-11-13 08:00 - 2024-11-15 17:00 UTC | Hyderabad International Convention Centre, Novotel & HICC Complex, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500081, India
The conference is bigger and better than ever before. It take place over three days and will feature 5,000 attendees, 150+ sessions, 200+ speakers, 100+ investors and publishers, 100+ expo booths, IGDC Awards, covering 10 categories and two special jury awards, the Indie 40 initiative focused on indies, and lively after-parties and mixers. In addition, the event is committed to being a completely green event.

G-Star 2024
2024-11-14 - 2024-11-17 | BEXCO (Busan Exhibition and Convention Center), 55 APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, 48060, Korea, Republic of
G-Star 2024, held in Busan, South Korea, is one of Asia’s most significant gaming conventions, drawing global attention for its comprehensive showcase of the latest in gaming technology and entertainment. This annual event, scheduled for November at the BEXCO, features diverse zones catering to both the public and industry professionals. Attendees can explore the BTC (Business to Consumer) Zone, where they can experience upcoming games across platforms like PC, console, mobile, and VR/AR. Meanwhile, the BTB (Business to Business) Zone provides a vital networking hub for industry professionals, fostering partnerships and business opportunities.
In addition to game demos and announcements, G-Star 2024 offers a rich array of events, including high-profile esports tournaments, conferences, and workshops led by industry experts. The event also highlights indie game developers, giving them a platform to showcase their creativity. With cosplay competitions, cutting-edge technology displays, and cultural exhibits exploring gaming’s broader impact, G-Star 2024 is not just a trade show but a celebration of gaming culture, making it a must-attend for anyone passionate about the industry.

CiGA Developer Conference (CIGADC) 2024
2024-11-15 10:00 - 17:30 UTC | Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, 1099 Guozhan Rd, Shanghai, 200126, China
CiGA Developer Conference (CIGADC) is a conference organized by CiGA for game developers and game industry practitioners that covers design, visuals, programming, narrative, platform, marketing and more. Including game launch. Guests from all over the world always have rich experience or have given unique contributions in the field.
In concert with the conference, a B2B exhibition and negotiation area will be set up in the venue to facilitate sharing within the industry. They can show their projects, services and opportunities for cooperation to their desired crowd.
We are confident that CiGADC will provide true value and unique information and opportunities for everyone who is serious about the gaming industry.

Anime Iwai 2024
2024-11-15 11:00 - 2024-11-17 15:00 (America/New_York) | Palm Beach Gardens Marriott, 4000 RCA Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410, United States
Anime Iwai is held at the Palm Beach Garden Marriott. The event includes various activities related to anime culture.
Are you a passionate fan and want to show off your devotion to your favorite characters? Has your thespian heart been yearning for a moment in the limelight after being stuck at home for so long? Ready to debut that one-of-a-kind costume you’ve been working on for months? Register for one of our costume contests for a chance to earn some recognition and sweet prizes in the process!

Daku Con 2024
2024-11-15 12:00 - 2024-11-17 17:00 (America/Denver) | Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center, 13200 East 14th Place, Aurora, CO, 80011, United States
Daku Con is Denver’s premier adult-focused geek convention featuring anime-related content along with gaming and comic book events.
Daku Con features a wide variety of topics centered around nerddom, including Anime, Gaming, Comic Books, Tabletop and Video Gaming, with some 18+ content thrown in for good measure, and with adult-centric events and panels living alongside standard con-fare programming.

San Diego Anime Con 2024
2024-11-15 15:00 - 2024-11-17 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa, 875 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
SDAC will be taking place on November 15, 16, and 17, 2024, at the Legacy Hotel in Mission Valley, this event will have vendors, anime artists, cosplay, panels, interactive dynamic sessions, entertainment, and more anime fun than you can handle!
San Diego Anime Con is created and produced by Silk Road Productions and is in our family of pop culture events, including Fangaea Con, AnimeLand, Scream Diego, AniPop, and others.

WePlay Expo 2024
2024-11-16 - 2024-11-17 | Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, 1099 Guozhan Rd, Shanghai, 200126, China
Welcome to WePlay Cultural Exhibition, a gathering of high-quality global cultural content and experiences! This is the place where you can keep playing nonstop; this is the venue for fresh offline experiences; this is where you can find games and related content from all platforms around the world; this is a super fun game-themed amusement park.
WePlay continuously enriches and expands the forms of exhibition and experience, creating a super party for content and people with special value in subculture fields. Console games, PC games, mobile games, immersive themes, tabletop role-playing games, guest activities, anime culture, trendy art, merchandise, and more—all geared towards a new generation audience, creating a festival where you can play to your heart’s content. The biggest pursuit here is offering high-quality and unique cultural experiences!
What is WePlay?

WePlay is the biggest indie game exhibition in China，a place where you can have a refreshing offline experience, where you can find gather different platform games from all over the world. This is a fantastic game festival with high-quality indie games, 3A games, cultural content and experiences from around the world!
With its aim to continuously enrich and expand exhibitions and experience styles, WePlay creates a “perfect storm” of content for people with special value in subcultures. Console games, PC games, mobile games, immersive themes, board games, guest activities, dimensional culture, trend art, exclusive merchandise, etc. WePlay is a grand event for new generations to enjoy high quality and unique cultural content experiences.
Key Numbers of WePlay

15000+Attendance
11mOnline Live Streaming views
200+Exhibitors
22m+Related Topics on Weibo
300+Games
100+Medias Attendance (Including online media, overseas media, KOL, Influencer)

What can you experience at WePlay?

New Games
Stage Events
Event Support
Guests & Activities
Game Awards
B2B Matching
Game Education
Merchandise
Board Games
trend Culture

New Games – Every Year, WePlay gathers around 300 games, for all platforms, from China, Japan, Poland, and 13 other nations for on-location free trials.

In 2021, due to the epidemic, WePlay Expo went online and nearly 300 games were shown and had their trial version downloaded. The event game website (gmhub) during the event had a total PV of over 100k.
The biggest Indie Game Award Event in China – Excellent indie games from China and abroad are all gathered for the IndiePlay annual finalists’ exhibition. This gathers the most creative game developers in all of China. The Annual indiePlay Awards ceremony awards outstanding works in various categories.
Overseas Games – WePlay brings hundreds of high-quality overseas games to China every year for everyone to experience and play. In addition, on-site cross-border business negotiations can also take place. WePlay is increasingly becoming the preferred destination for more companies to engage in industry exchanges and discussions.

Game Education – In 2020, the Game Education Exhibit area displayed games developed by students from six universities in China, which received good praise from the event participants. Many students’ works also participated in the WePlay online exhibition. This year will continue to increase the participation of universities and cooperate with UGDAP (University Student Game Development Alliance Plus) to bring the excellent works of Chinese University Student Game Awards to the scene. This is with the express desire to create higher quality content and interaction with young creators.

Live Events – Guests interviews, Speed-runs, Audience-Star Interactions, Live Music, and more! We hope you get immersed in the live events at WePlay.

Guest & Activities – Since 2017, WePlay has had live interviews and on-site interactions with international game industry guests every year.

Event Support – At WePlay, not only do we have a lot of games for you to experience, but also myriad ways to get free game merchandise. Enjoy the treasure hunt!

Exclusive Merchandise – WePlay is also a paradise of exclusive merchandise covering Designer Toys, Statues, Books, Apparel, and more. A plethora of cultures are reflected here for your convenience to enjoy and take home!

Table Tops – For everyone, there is a board game that matches your gaming style. Here you can find that game and kindred spirits to join you in the fun!

Cultural Experience – WePlay Expo is event with cultural experience; including Anime & Comic, Traditional Chinese Culture, Sci-Fi, Retro, Historical Medieval combat, and more. We featured the Official 25th anniversary exhibition area of the Chinese Paladin. Restored 5 major game scenes, historical stories and exhibits.

WePlay Expo
WePlay is the event where you can play games all the time with a fresh perspective you might have never had before. It has been organized by TOMO since 2017.
All types of platform games are present, with high quality cultural content and experience gathered from all over the world.
We also create a fantastic event directly for the newest generation who enjoys multi-platform games; such as console games, computer games, mobile games and board games. This includes unique experiences, such as themed immersion, guest activities, dimensional culture, pop art, merchandise, etc.
indiePlay
Over the past decade, indiePlay has emerged as a prominent indie game competition, boasting extensive domestic and international influence, prestige, and allure. Last year, the competition was flooded with over 500 game submissions from 3600 dedicated developers. As indiePlay’s popularity continues to soar internationally, they have introduced a global division, inviting developers from all over the world to showcase their talents and provide domestic players with a glimpse into the worldwide scene.
The awards ceremony will take center stage at the WePlay Expo on November 17th, featuring renowned professionals from the gaming industry as our award presenters.

Japan Fest Sheffield Kommune 2024
2024-11-16 11:00 - 23:30 (Europe/London) | Kommune, Castle House, Castle House, Angel Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 8LS, United Kingdom
An event celebrating Japanese culture with anime screenings and cosplay contests. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Japan at JAPAN Fest, hosted by Otaku World! Join us on November 16th for a full day of Japanese-inspired activities and experiences.

VR Fair Tokyo (Autumn) 2024
2024-11-20 08:00 - 2024-11-22 17:00 UTC | Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan, 2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture, 261-0023, Japan
The VR Fair Tokyo is a comprehensive exhibition dedicated to VR/AR/MR technologies.
The event features a wide range of services and technologies related to extended reality, including interactive demos, product showcases, and panel discussions. Attendees can explore the latest innovations in XR technology and network with industry professionals. The fair also includes workshops and seminars on the practical applications of XR technologies in various fields, making it a key event for professionals in the VR/AR/MR industry.

Milan Games Week 2024
2024-11-22 08:00 - 2024-11-24 17:00 UTC | Fiera Milano Rho, Strada Statale Sempione, 28, Rho, Lombardy, 20017, Italy
Milan Games Week is Italy’s premier gaming event, attracting thousands of attendees including gamers, developers, and industry professionals. The event features a diverse array of activities such as game demos, competitive gaming tournaments, and cosplay contests.
Attendees can look forward to exclusive presentations from major game publishers, hands-on experiences with upcoming games, and opportunities to meet popular influencers and content creators. The event also includes a dedicated section for indie developers, showcasing innovative and unique game projects.

Colossalcon North 2024
2024-11-22 13:00 - 2024-11-24 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Kalahari Resorts & Conventions – Wisconsin Dells, 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965, United States
Colossalcon North features a variety of acts such as drag shows, singing and dancing performances. It also includes cosplay contests and after-hours waterpark access for attendees.
Colossalcon North is a three-day event that features a variety of entertainment in a diverse, multi-function, crowd-friendly environment. One ticket price gives you access to all Concerts, Live Acts, and Performers to industry and media guests, DJs, artists, and vendors

Vienna Comic Con 2024
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24 | Messe Wien, Messeplatz 1, Vienna, 1020, Austria
Vienna Comic Con is a large-scale event featuring comics and anime among its attractions.

QuadCon Madison 2024
2024-11-23 08:00 - 2024-11-24 17:00 UTC | East Towne Mall, 89 East Towne Mall, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Organized by QuadCon, Quad Con is a celebration of all things pop culture. Dive into a world of video games, sci-fi, role-playing, comics, toys, board games, vintage magazines, posters, and more.
This event is perfect for both sellers and buyers. Bring your collectibles to sell or browse the vast array of items to find treasures from your childhood you thought were lost forever.
Join us for a fun-filled day of nostalgia and discovery. Connect with fellow enthusiasts, explore unique items, and immerse yourself in the diverse world of pop culture at Quad Con.

BEGE 2024 (Balkan Entertainment and Gaming Expo)
2024-11-27 08:00 - 2024-11-28 17:00 UTC | IEC Inter Expo Center, 147 Tsarigradsko shose Blvd., Sofia, Sofia City Province, 1787, Bulgaria
BEGE 2024 is a crucial event for the gaming and entertainment sectors in the Balkans, attracting a broad spectrum of professionals including operators, manufacturers, and service providers. The expo showcases the latest gaming technologies, software, and hardware innovations.
Attendees can engage in informative seminars, explore cutting-edge gaming products, and network with industry peers. The event also features an awards ceremony recognizing excellence in various categories within the gaming industry, adding an element of prestige and competition.

Eastern European Gaming Summit
2024-11-27 08:00 - 2024-11-28 17:00 UTC | Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria, 147 Tsarigradsko shose Blvd., Sofia, Sofia City Province, 1784, Bulgaria
EEGS 2024 is a leading conference focused on the gaming and entertainment industry in Eastern Europe. The summit includes a comprehensive program of panels, workshops, and keynote presentations from top-tier professionals.
Topics cover regulatory developments, market trends, and technological advancements. Networking events and business matchmaking sessions are designed to facilitate partnerships and collaborations, making EEGS a pivotal event for stakeholders looking to expand their presence in the Eastern European market.

Comicon Arabia 2024
2024-11-28 16:00 - 2024-11-29 02:00 UTC | Jeddah Convention Center, An Nuzhah, 6343 - حي - 2479, Jeddah, Makkah Province, 23532, Saudi Arabia
Comic Con Arabia (CCA) is the major pop culture event in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A two-day festival that gives geeks a chance to geek about everything pop culture related. Showcasing comic books, manga, anime, film, television, science fiction, video games, collectibles, and popular entertainment activities like cosplay.
The first edition of Comic Con Arabia was the first-ever mixed-gender event in Riyadh. It gathered more than 24,000 fans. Its prime international guest is Jason Momoa, a.k.a Aquaman, from DC Universe. It also featured voice artists from top animes like Naruto, Dragon Ball, Fullmetal Alchemist, and many more. Additionally, there were different workshops, like costume workshops by expert Marvel costume creator Christopher Donio. Due to immense success, even during the pandemic Comic Con Arabia moved to a virtual space and eComic Con Live (ECCL) happened! All the fans love about Comic Con was available online – from panel discussions to workshops – and it kicked off with the cosplay competition bringing celebrity judges like Michael ‘Knightmage’ Wilson, Cavin Lam, and Sakura Flor.
After the removal of the restriction Comic Con Arabia, with its extraordinary comeback, took place in Jeddah. A mix of focus on comics, sci-fi, and films or series with guests from famous TV shows such as Alexander Ludwig from Vikings and Itziar Ituno from La Casa de Papel. It also put a Samurai artist, in the spotlight and performed his artistry. Of course, the cosplay competition and eSports took over the last day of the latest edition of Comic Con Arabia. The pop culture event that garnered over 50,000 fans is returning to Riyadh, promising a bigger spectacle than its successful comeback in Jeddah!
As one of the most anticipated events in the Kingdom’s calendar, Comic Con aims to bring together thousands of enthusiasts to celebrate their shared interests. Keep the goal of developing a platform to highlight local talents, welcome international artists, and connect fans to creators bridging the gap between popular culture and Saudi Arabia’s lifestyle.
