Comic Con India to Debut Kochi Edition in February 2026

Comic Con India is set to expand its presence with the launch of its first-ever Kochi Comic Con, scheduled for February 28 and March 1, 2026, at AICC Angamaly in Ernakulam. The event marks a significant addition to the Comic Con India calendar, which has grown to include major cities across the country since 2011.

Presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena and powered by Crunchyroll, the Kochi edition will bring together comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and creative communities.

Tickets for the event are now available exclusively on the District by Zomato app. Organisers expect strong participation given Kerala’s long-standing comic readership and expanding interest in pop culture events.

According to Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and MD of NODWIN Gaming, Kochi’s mix of traditional comic culture and active fan groups made the city a natural choice for expansion. He noted that fans from Kerala have consistently attended Comic Con events in other states, and a local edition allows them access to the full experience without travelling.

• Comic Con India launches its first Kochi edition in February 2026, expanding its national presence
• The Kochi Comic Con will unite comics, anime, gaming, cosplay and creators at AICC Angamaly
• Kerala’s growing pop culture community drives demand for a full-scale Comic Con experience

Comic Con India CEO Shefali Johnson stated that Kerala’s creator community, which includes illustrators, designers, gaming enthusiasts and student groups, aligns with the event’s focus on original work and audience engagement. She added that the Kochi Comic Con 2026 aims to support talent development and broaden participation in the region’s pop culture ecosystem.

The two-day event will feature panel discussions, gaming zones, cosplay contests, curated merchandise, workshops and performances. Organisers aim to deliver a comprehensive convention experience that reflects the diversity of interests within Kerala’s growing fan communities.

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With the addition of Comic Con Kochi, Comic Con India continues to expand its reach, giving more cities direct access to its established pop culture convention platform. The 2026 edition is expected to draw visitors from across Kerala and neighbouring states, strengthening the event’s national footprint.