Ancona Comics&Games is back! The fifth edition of this unmissable event for fans of comics, video games, cosplay, and pop culture will take place on April 12 and 13, 2025, at Palaprometeo from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Organized by Fiere del Fumetto and sponsored by the City of Ancona, the festival promises a weekend full of fun, creativity, and nostalgia.
This year’s official poster was created by Alessandro Konrad, the well-known cartoonist from Ancona and author of Le Vignette Ribelli. The artwork pays tribute to the 80th anniversary of The Little Prince. Fans will find the artist at the Dada Editore stand for autograph sessions.
🎭 Program Highlights
Saturday, April 12
The festival opens with “Back to the 80’s”, a nostalgic journey through classic cartoons and cult TV shows.
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy “CUT!”, a comedy show, the interactive Anime Piano Quiz with Edoardo Brugnoli, and a live dubbing performance by voice actress Giulia Maniglio, known for Made in Abyss.
The evening will conclude with a concert by Cristina D’Avena, the beloved “queen of cartoon themes,” followed by an exclusive meet & greet.
Sunday, April 13
The second day begins with “Telericordi”, a musical journey through childhood TV themes, followed by the K-POP Dance Contest and a special Bleach gathering for anime fans.
At 2:00 p.m., the Cosplay Competition will take the stage, with a prestigious jury.
From 4:00 p.m., special guests Flavio Aquilone, voice actor of Draco Malfoy and Zac Efron, and comedian Marcello Cesena (famous as Jean Claude from Sensualità a Corte), will entertain the audience with engaging talks.
The event will close with the awards ceremony for the best cosplayers.
🎨 Beyond the Stage
As always, the festival will feature:
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The Comics, Video Games & Collectibles Market,
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The Artist Alley for independent creators,
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AIFA Cosplay photo sets,
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And a street food area with Italian and Asian delicacies.
For tickets, schedules, and full details, visit the official website.