Lucca Comics & Games 2026: 60th Anniversary Celebration Highlights
Lucca Comics & Games, one of the premier comic and gaming events, is gearing up for its 60th anniversary with an impressive lineup of activities and guests. Here are the key highlights of what fans can expect:
Event Details:
- Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the festival has promised a grand scale of events and exhibitions, showcasing a rich tapestry of comic and gaming culture.
- An eye-catching poster crafted by renowned Italian comic-book artist Claudio Castellini symbolizes the event’s legacy.
Featured Guests:
- Joe Manganiello will return as the special curator for the Dungeons & Dragons program, spotlighting classic settings like Dragonlance and Greyhawk, alongside authors Tracy and Laura Hickman.
- Legendary creator Frank Miller will attend for a special tribute, accompanied by director Silenn Thomas for the documentary Frank Miller: American Genius.
- Renowned manga artist Go Nagai will be honored with an exhibition focusing on Mazinger Z and Grendizer.
- The cast from Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, including Walker Scobell and Leah Sava Jeffries, will be showcasing clips from the upcoming season.
- Acclaimed filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda will bring his works to the festival, including the arthouse premiere of Godzilla Minus Zero.
Gaming Lineup:
- Square Enix‘s legends Yoshinori Kitase and Hideki Kamiya will make appearances.
- Major gaming titles and expansions will be featured, including CD Projekt RED’s The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt expansion and a playable demo of Alien: Isolation 2.
- MiniLima will showcase their first-ever game, Harry Potter: Defenders of Hogwarts, allowing attendees hands-on experience.
Comics and Publishers:
- The event will host around 80 publishers and over 400 guests from the comic industry, including notable figures like Jonathan Hickman and Tillie Walden.
Art Exhibitions and Activities:
- Fans can look forward to stunning art exhibits along with a new music pavilion dedicated entirely to musical instruments.
- Collectibles, card games, and board games will have dedicated sections, including activities from Magic: The Gathering and BANDAI.
Tickets and More Information:
For ticket prices and more details, fans can visit the official ticketing website and find an extended schedule on the official Lucca Comics & Games website.
As the event promises an expansive celebration of gaming and comics, fans are encouraged to mark their calendars for this landmark occasion!
