Austria Comic Con Wels – pop culture event for comics, film and more

The Austria Comic Con Wels trade fair is a pop culture event focusing on comics, film, series, gaming and cosplay. Artists, actors, dealers, collectors and fans meet in Wels to experience the latest developments in the international entertainment industry. The event combines an exhibition, show programme and community meeting and is one of the best-known convention formats in Austria. With its exhibition grounds, Wels offers sufficient space for stages, exhibition areas and fan zones. The Austria Comic Con Wels trade fair uses this infrastructure to present pop culture topics in a concentrated form. Unlike pure trade fairs, the event is primarily aimed at a broad audience that wants to get actively involved.

Comics, artists and signing sessions

A central element of the Austria Comic Con Wels trade fair is the comic section. National and international artists present their work, sell prints and offer signing sessions. Publishers and independent illustrators use the platform to present new releases and establish direct contact with readers. Typical programme items are:

• Artist autograph sessions
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• Panel discussions on comic series
• Presentations of new graphic novels
• Artist Alley with independent illustrators

Films, series and international guests

In addition to comics, film and series productions play a central role. The Austria Comic Con Wels fair regularly invites actors and voice actors from well-known productions. Photo opportunities, autograph sessions and stage interviews are an integral part of the programme. The interest in international productions reflects the global networking of the entertainment industry. Streaming services, superhero franchises and fantasy series shape the programme of many conventions. The event in Wels picks up on these developments and integrates current topics into its stage programme.

Gaming and merchandise

Gaming is another focus of the Austria Comic Con Wels trade fair. Video game manufacturers, retailers and community groups present current titles, retro games and accessories. Tournaments and presentations round off the programme. The merchandise area includes, among other things:

• Action figures and collector's models
• Comics and mangas
• Posters and fan merchandise
• Costumes and accessories
• Retro and indie games

Cosplay and community

A characteristic element of the Austria Comic Con Wels fair is cosplay. Visitors appear in elaborately designed costumes from films, anime or gaming. Competitions and photo areas encourage active participation. Cosplay is more than just dressing up; it is an expression of creative engagement with characters and stories. Workshops on costume making and make-up deepen this aspect. The event thus becomes a meeting place for a lively community.

Wels as a venue

Wels is conveniently located in the central region of Upper Austria. The Austria Comic Con Wels trade fair benefits from this location and attracts visitors from several federal states as well as neighbouring countries. The exhibition grounds offer sufficient capacity for large numbers of visitors and parallel programme items. Austria Comic Con Wels occupies a special place in the Austrian events calendar. While major international events take place in large cities, the event in Wels offers a compact yet versatile platform for pop culture. Austria Comic Con Wels – Pop Culture Event stands for a format that brings comics, film, gaming and community together in Wels. The event offers a structured overview of current trends in the entertainment industry and creates space for exchange between artists, producers and fans.

Further information can be found on the organiser's website: www.austriacomiccon.com