📅 2026 International Convention Schedule
🌍 Convention Highlights
🇯🇵 AnimeJapan 2026 – Tokyo (March 28–29)
AnimeJapan is one of the largest annual anime events in the world. The 2026 edition will debut a new South Exhibition Hall and rooftop exhibition area, making it the largest in the event's history.
Best for: Anime fans, voice actor enthusiasts, industry professionals
Exhibitors: Animation studios, streaming platforms, toy manufacturers, cosplay brands
Ticket price: ¥2,800 (general admission)
🇫🇷 Paris Manga & Sci-Fi Show – Paris (March 14–15)
This is France's largest pop culture convention. The 39th edition features a brand new visual identity and is expected to attract over 45,000 visitors across 34,000 sqm of exhibition space.
2026 highlight: Exclusive global premiere of Disney+ original series Dragon Ranger
Exhibitors: 300+
Ticket price: €20 (single day) / €35 (two days)
🇬🇧 MCM Comic Con London – London (May 22–24)
MCM Comic Con is the UK's largest pop culture event, held twice a year at ExCel London. It covers comics, anime, games, film/TV, and cosplay – a must-visit for UK cosplayers.
🇺🇸 San Diego Comic-Con – San Diego (July 23–26)
SDCC is the second-largest comic convention in the world. It draws over 200,000 attendees and nearly 2,000 exhibitors annually.
Major highlight: Hollywood's primary marketing battleground – Marvel and DC often drop major announcements here
History: Founded in 1970, over 50 years of legacy
🇯🇵 Comic Market 108 (C108) – Tokyo (August 15–16)
Comiket is the world's largest doujinshi (self-published works) fair, held twice a year. C108 is the summer 2026 edition at Tokyo Big Sight.
Note: The featured circles and content are completely different between Day 1 and Day 2 – plan ahead
Best for: Doujinshi creators, cosplayers, second-hand merchandise hunters
International application period: February 17 – March 2, 2026
🇮🇹 Romics 36 – Rome (October 1–4)
Romics is Italy's most prestigious comic, animation, and film exhibition, held twice a year in Rome. The 36th edition features a dedicated Area Entertainment space for gaming clubs and fan groups.
🇺🇸 L.A. Comic Con – Los Angeles (October 30 – November 1)
L.A. Comic Con is the largest pop culture event in Southern California. The 2026 edition celebrates its 15th anniversary with expanded anime, gaming, and cosplay competition zones.
🇰🇷 G-STAR 2026 – Busan (November, dates TBA)
G-STAR is one of Asia's largest gaming exhibitions. The previous edition covered 60,000 sqm, attracted over 210,000 visitors, and featured more than 1,000 exhibitors. The 2026 edition returns to BEXCO in Busan.
📝 Tips for Attending International Conventions
For cosplay prop makers and enthusiasts, here are a few things to keep in mind when attending overseas conventions:
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Buy tickets early – Popular events like SDCC and Comiket require advance purchase months ahead; some use lottery systems
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Visa preparation – Apply for visas 3–6 months before the event
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Prop transport – Check airline regulations for large cosplay props and verify on-site storage options at the venue
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Plan your schedule – Popular panels and autograph sessions require early queuing; check the official schedule in advance
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Weather & costume – Summer events (July–August) can be extremely hot – plan ventilation if wearing heavy armor
🔗 Official Websites
Compiled by Super Queen. Information updated as of April 2026. Dates are subject to change. Please verify with official websites before traveling.
