Comic Con Africa 2021

Reed Exhibitions Africa and Reedpop, the world's largest producer of pop culture events including New York Comic Con, are the proud hosts of Comic Con Africa taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre from 24 – 27 September 2020, presented by your Ultimate Wingman: KFC!

This four-day festival focusses on all elements of pop culture and brings international and local comic artists, film and TV celebrities, and Cosplayers to South Africa where they meet fans, sign autographs and have photo ops. Packed with championships, competitions, super show specials, product launches, workshops, panels, Q&A sessions, screenings, activations, and interactive experiences, there is something for everyone to enjoy whether you are a casual fan or a bona fide geek.

Co-located with KidsCon, Comic Con Africa is the ultimate family day out.

International and local guests are announced regularly – keep an eye on our social media.

Comic Con Africa event attractions:

• International film and TV celebrities
• International and local comic artists and authors
• Product launches
• Super show specials
• Collectibles and comics
• Esports tournaments, cutting edge gaming tech, and free play zones
• Photo and autograph ops with celebs
• Live sketches
• Animation
• Fan meet ups
• Activations and interactive experiences
• Exclusive film and TV screenings
• Incredible Cosplay
• National Cosplay Championships – the winner competes in Chicago
• Tabletop gaming and free play zones
• LARPing
• Q&A sessions
• Panel discussions
• Kids under 6 get in free
• The ultimate family day out!

KidsCon attractions:

• Character meet and greets
• Creative play and edutainment
• Fashion show
• Art and craft activities
• Kids Cosplay
• Super show specials
• Video games
• Readers’ Corner
• Activations and interactive experiences
• Family friendly fun

In 2018 the South African Comic Con journey began when the annual Comic Con Africa was launched in Johannesburg to much excitement and with great success. In 2019 Comic Con Africa in Johannesburg reached 71,000 guests over four days. We are passionate about developing local fandoms and services and pop culture.