The country's largest pop culture convention once again brings together thousands of fans with two days full of activities that mix comics, movies, anime, video games and much more, in an environment for all ages, similar to the Malaga Comic-Con.
With its eleventh editionThe event promises the most anticipated crossover of the year: over the weekend, more than 20.000 attendees are expected to enjoy immersive experiences, cosplay contests, panels, and visits from international guests.
Dates, venue and times
The appointment is celebrated on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 of October in the Parque de la Industria, in zone 9 of Guatemala City, with hours from 9:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m. both days, following event organization models such as San Diego Comic-Con Malaga.
The venue will have a map to find your way around main stage, photo and signing areas, Artist Alley, Cosplay Alley, gaming tournament area, commercial stands and gastronomic spaces, as well as activations with sponsors.
The enabled accesses lead to different doors of the enclosure (5B, 6 and 8) and there will be marked parking spaces in areas 1, 2 and 3, with hourly rates or flat rates available throughout the day.
This year they have prepared 18 immersive experiences based on iconic characters, along with cosplay contests, K-POP Dance Cover competitions, and video game tournaments with free registration and cash prizes.
For those who enjoy collecting, they will be installed 64 independent stores With merchandising, art, and official products, this event is designed for families and coincides with Children's Day celebrations.
Guests, activities and tickets
Among the prominent names are sean gunn (Kraglin in Guardians of the Galaxy), the Mexican Carlos Villagran (Quico from El Chavo del 8) and Corbin bleu (High School Musical), who head a list that combines film, television, dubbing and cosplay, as in other conventions with international guests.
- Juan Carlos Tinoco, voice of Thanos in the MCU.
- Mario Arvizu, recognized by Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda.
- Romina Marroquin, voice of Anna (Frozen) and Rapunzel.
- Emilio Treviño, Miles Morales in Spider-Man.
- carlos segundo, voice of Piccolo in Dragon Ball Z.
- Shirahime, international guest cosplayer.
The program includes panels, talks, live interviews and Meet & Greet sessions, as well as cosplay runways and local talent showcases, designed to bring fans closer to their favorite artists.
The organizers anticipate the participation of , with visitors from neighboring countries as well. The fan spirit permeates the halls: cosplayers, families, and collectors share their passion for superheroes and animation.
During Saturday's session, Carlos Villagrán revived Quico on stage and he had a touching moment singing happy birthday to his wife. During his interaction with the audience, his references to classic characters generated a variety of reactions, with applause and occasional boos, always within a respectful atmosphere.
- Adult/Youth: Q125
- Child (up to 1,40 m): Q25
- Seniors (60+ with DPI): Q30
- Super Family Package (2 adults + 2 children): Q250
- Cosplayers (box office, cash): Q100
- Kids from 0 to 5 years old: free of charge
To ensure a comfortable and safe experience, official restrictionsWeapons, food, drinks, alcohol, and drugs are not permitted. It is recommended that you review the rules before arriving.
Those arriving by car or motorcycle will have access to parking lots 1, 2 and 3, with a cost of Q10 per hour or a single rate of Q50, and signposted access to the main gates of the venue from early morning.
The convention has maintained its essence since 2013, when it surprised with its first edition and has received more than 150.000 attendees Over the years, with peak participation of up to 27.000 in a single installment, it has established itself as the country's great geek meeting point.
With a program that combines immersive experiences, contests and signingsGuatemala's Comic-Con aims to be an intense weekend for comic book, anime, and video game fans, with renowned guests, affordable prices, and an organization geared toward the safety and fun of the entire community.
