Comic Con sells out in Cape Town
26 April 2023
Cape Town is all set for the mother of all pop culture events that hits
our shores from 27 – 30 April at the Cape
Town Convention Centre. With four days of the best in gaming, comics, shopping,
cosplay and international celebrities, the
fan festival offers a plethora of activities fit for the entire family.
Since the inaugural Comic Con Africa, which was hosted in Johannesburg in 2018, Capetonians have been yearning for the Con experience to make its way to the Mother City - so much so, that all four days of the festival are completely sold out.
From 27 – 30 April 2023 at the CTICC, Cape Town will bring together the entire pop culture community for a first-of-its-kind Comic Con Cape Town experience.
The festival gets going with an opening ceremony on the main stage featuring Hugo Lambrechts Orchestra performing Star Wars theme songs.
'We are delighted to welcome Comic Con to our vibrant city. Unique events like these present the perfect opportunity to showcase Cape Town as a world-class events destination, its creative diversity and support for South African pop culture. Comic Con Cape Town is a first for the Mother City and has already sold out all four days of the festival. For us at The City of Cape Town, such a positive response is a clear indication that attendees are always seeking immersive experiences when it comes to events. It's also exciting to see that the e-sports industry is gaining more exposure and local gamers have a platform to showcase their skills on a national level.' said the City's Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security Alderman JP Smith.
Level up at the Gamer Island
As e-sports continue to take the world by storm and South African gamers infiltrate the rapidly growing industry, Comic Con Cape Town provides an exhilarating destination for all gaming enthusiasts at the Gamer Island.
The Gamer Island offers the latest in gaming technology, including consoles, PCs, and virtual reality systems with opportunities for gamers to network and challenge each other by participating in tournaments and competitions.
Dress to impress – Cosplay Competition
Whether it is store bought costumes, upcycled everyday outfits or professionally created armour, visitors are encouraged to mask up and unleash their inner hero and compete in the Casual Cosplay Competition which will be held daily at 13:00 on the main stage.
It is going to be a battle of the giants for those competing professionally in the Comic Con Cape Town Regional Champions of Cosplay for the title that will take them to the nationals in Johannesburg.
Be sure to swing by Cosplay Central, the main zone at the event where all cosplayers meet-up, take photos, and meet the International Cosplay Guests.
Explore more of Cape Town with Comic Con 'After Dark' events
Visitors are encouraged to take the opportunity and enjoy the festival and all Cape Town has to offer at the "After Dark" events – fans can take to the city to enjoy a Cosplay Pirate Sunset Cruise with the proceeds going to CANSA, a session where fans get a comic book artist to doodle on their coffee coaster in support of help2read, a Star Wars quiz at Beerhouse, and even an exclusive screening of The Incredibles at Galileo Theatre.
Cape Town International Animation Festival
With interesting stories to share from amazing storytellers, artists and creatives, African animation continues to grow and shine on the global stage!
The renowned Cape Town International Animation Festival will run alongside Comic Con Cape Town and calls on all animation and film-making enthusiasts to attend studio sessions, industry panels, workshops and pitching competitions.
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Published by:
City of Cape Town, Media Office
