Comic Con Africa, with Capitec, returns from 24–27 September 2026 for its 7th edition at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec. Over four action-packed days, 70,000+ fans can celebrate everything they love about pop culture, gaming, anime, comics, cosplay, art, tech, collectibles, tabletop gaming, film and TV.
Cosplay & Comics
Show off your favourite characters, compete in daily cosplay competitions and the Cosplay Championships, or explore Artist Alley, featuring 200+ local and international artists, crafters and comic creators. Meet artists, shop unique work, attend industry talks and watch live sketch battles.
Gaming & Tech
Play the latest games in free-to-play zones, experience esports tournaments, take part in competitions and chase awesome prizes. Expect major gaming, technology and computing brands with exciting activations and show specials.
Anime & Otaku Town
Dive into the world of anime with merchandise, Japanese food, collectibles and activities celebrating fandoms including One Piece, Naruto, Demon Slayer and Bleach. Pokémon fans can also celebrate its 30th anniversary.
Shopping, Tabletop & Family Fun
Discover rare collectibles, comics, manga, clothing, art and more. Tabletop fans can learn and play games including Dungeons & Dragons and Catan. Families can enjoy the 1,200sqm KidsCon Zone, featuring crafts, gaming, workshops, activations and character appearances.
Stars, Brands & Outdoor Action
Meet international stars including Christopher Judge, the cast and voices of Rick & Morty, X-Men, The Rookie and Netflix’s One Piece. Enjoy live Q&As, photo opportunities and autograph sessions, alongside exciting brand activations from Capitec, Disney, Burger King, Red Bull, Toyota, Telkom and more.
Outside, experience LARPing, precision driving, electric scooter tracks, lawn games, K-Pop performances, food truck villages and more.
24–27 September 2026 | 09h00–18h00 daily
Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec
Visit www.comicconafrica.co.za.
Tickets here: https://comiccon.howler.co.za/events/comic-con-africa-2026-5c99/tickets