The most followed pop culture convention on the planet lands on the Costa del Sol in September 25 to 28, with the Palace of Fairs and Congresses of Malaga (FYCMA) as the epicenter. It is the first time that the seal of San Diego Comic-Con in Malaga It leaves the United States and does so with a proposal designed on a grand scale and with the aim of consolidating its position on the European calendar.
The organization anticipates an influx of more than 120.000 attendees and has already detailed its access, ticket sales, and accreditation plan. If you're thinking of going, it's a good idea to have your Registration ID and the date of the last sales quota: the September 10 at 12:00 through VivaTicket.
Dates, venue and dimensions of the event
The meeting is held in FYCMA for four days, with the entire interior area in use and a large outdoor area. In total, the device enables around 82.000m² between pavilions and exteriors, designed for an immersive experience in the style of large theme parks.
The space plan includes a main stage y three auditoriums This will allow for parallel panels and presentations. There will also be signing areas, exhibitions, interactive experiences, and a gastronomic offering spread around the perimeter.
To speed up access, they have been enabled three accreditation points distributed throughout the city with continuous schedules. You can pick up your wristband and pass by showing your QR code and a valid ID, without having to wait until the day of the event.
- FYCMA: September 24-28, 10:00-19:00
- Malaga Airport – Costa del Sol: September 23-27, 10:00-19:00
- María Zambrano Station: September 23-27, 10:00-19:00
With this logistics, the objective is to minimize queues and facilitate the staggered arrival of national and international public, reinforcing mobility between the airport, station and facility.
Tickets, prices and how to register
Before purchasing, register on the official website to obtain your Registration ID (name, email and date of birth are requested). tickets are nominal and non-transferable, and you can acquire up to four passes per day for different people; if you buy for others, you'll need their details and corresponding ID. Not allowed no changes or returns.
After completing the purchase, you will receive a unit’s QR code by mail. Take it to the accreditation point along with your ID card or passport to exchange it for the access bracelet. In the case of minors, it will be necessary to present the authorization indicated by the organization.
The organization has announced a last spot for sale the September 10 at 12:00 through VivaTicket. It is essential to have an active registration ID to complete the purchase process in that window.
The passes are per day, and, as a promotional measure because it is the first year in Malaga, the price is set at €50 + handling fees (usually €80). In addition, the under 13 years They can enter for free if accompanied by an adult who includes their information during the purchase.
The detailed program with days and times of each activity will be published on September 15 at 12:00From that moment on, those who have a ticket will be able to book a place in selected sessions with your ID. A quota of seats will also be reserved for assignment on a first-come, first-served basis at the venue.
Confirmed guests and featured content
The guest of honor will be Arnold Schwarzenegger, a key figure in popular culture thanks to sagas like Terminator and Predator. The actor and former governor of California will receive special recognition at this first Malaga edition, with a prominent presence on the main stage.
It has also been confirmed that Luke Evans, performer of roles such as Bard in The Hobbit, Dracula in Dracula Untold or Gaston in Beauty and the beastHis visit underlines the meeting's commitment to international talent capable of crossing genres and formats between film and television.
The franchise of The Walking Dead will arrive with force: N will present new features of Daryl Dixon, accompanied by team members such as Melissa McBride, David Zabel o Dan Percival, as well as performers linked to the filming in Spain such as Edward Noriega, Oscar Jaenada y Alexandra Masangkay.
Among the contents of studies, Disney prepare presentations of Tron: Ares y Predator: BadlandsWhile Lucasfilm will show the third season of star wars visions. AMC will overtake The Talamasca, inspired by the literary universe of Anne Rice. In series and live-action, the presence of Taz skylar (one piece) and Spanish Pedro AlonsoIn the field of comics, names such as Jim Lee (DC) Jeph loeb y CB Cebulski (Marvel), along with the illustrator Peach Momoko.
The programming will add more than 300 hours of activities with panels, signings, premieres and experiences, as well as contests such as the one for cosplay (Saturday 27) and that of K-Dance (Sunday 28th). Those selected to compete will receive a pass for the day of the contest and, if they already had a ticket for that date, they will be refunded.
With an offer that combines great figures, studio announcements, comic book references, and an access system designed for the expected turnout, the Malaga event is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious pop culture gatherings of the year in Europe.
