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Comic Con Liverpool is one of Europe’s largest pop culture conventions, welcoming tens of thousands of fans from the UK and over 45 countries worldwide. The next event takes place on 2 & 3 May 2026, spanning the entire ACC Liverpool campus, including the Convention Centre, Exhibition Centre, Arena and Auditorium.

Meet Celebrity Guests from Film, TV, Gaming & More

One of the biggest attractions at Comic Con Liverpool 2026 is our incredible lineup of celebrity guests. Each year we bring stars from movies, television, streaming services, gaming, anime and sports entertainment. Fans can meet their heroes, get autographs, take professional photo ops, and watch guests appear live on stage, where they discuss iconic roles, behind-the-scenes stories, and upcoming projects.

Immersive Attractions, Cosplay & Gaming

Beyond the celebrity experiences, Comic Con Liverpool offers a fully immersive pop culture experience. Visitors can:

• Take photos with screen-accurate props and themed set builds

• Watch — or take part in — our cosplay showcases and competitions

• Play in retro and modern gaming zones

• Explore a massive show floor filled with independent traders, artists and exclusive merchandise

Whether you’re shopping for unique collectibles or discovering original artwork, there’s something for every fandom.

A Global Pop Culture Community

At its heart, Comic Con Liverpool is about shared fandoms and community. Fans of comics, fantasy, sci-fi, gaming, horror, anime and cosplay come together twice a year to connect, celebrate, and make lasting friendships with like-minded people.

Why Attend Comic Con Liverpool?

• One of the largest comic cons in Europe

• Huge celebrity guest lineup

• Family-friendly and inclusive event

• A place to celebrate your fandoms, discover new interests, and have fun

Comic Con Liverpool continues to grow and evolve, creating a space where fans can celebrate pop culture, build community, and enjoy unforgettable experiences.

📍 Location: ACC Liverpool

All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult, children aged 14+, may attend the event with no accompanying adult at their parent or legal guardian's own discretion.


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From the south...

Avanti West Coast operates hourly, direct services from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street (with a journey time of just over two hours). Other long-distance rail services also operate into Liverpool Lime Street station.

Exhibition Centre Liverpool is a 20-minute walk from Lime Street or a short taxi ride. You can also transfer at Lime Street onto the underground Wirral Line trains to James Street station (10 minute walk) or catch the CityLink Route C4 (7am – 8pm) directly to the venue. If travelling from outside Merseyside, you can catch an underground train to James Street station from Lime Street station, inclusive of the cost of your train ticket.

Flying into Liverpool John Lennon Airport...

A taxi from the airport to the city centre will take approximately 20 minutes or the express bus service Route 500 will take approximately 25 minutes, dropping you off within a five minute walk of Exhibition Centre Liverpool.

Most Liverpool city centre bound buses will call at either Queen Square bus station (a 15-minute walk) or Liverpool ONE Bus Station, which is only a five minute walk to Exhibition Centre Liverpool.

For further information on bus routes within Merseyside, you can visit https://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/customer-information/routes-and-maps/

For up-to-date information on all bus, train and ferry services, call Traveline Merseyside on 0871 200 22 33, open 8am – 8pm, 364 days a year or visit www.merseytravel.gov.uk

For all car journeys it's best to follow the white on brown tourist route signs for the Waterfront. These signs are visible on the major routes into the city. Exhibition Centre Liverpool is situated on the Kings Dock directly adjacent to the south side of the Albert Dock. Upon arrival, the Kings Dock entrance is clearly sign posted.

From the North...

Leave the M6 at junction 26 and follow signs for M58 Liverpool. Follow to end of M58 and then take signs for A59 Liverpool. Continue to follow Liverpool City Centre until picking up signs for the Waterfront. 

From the South...

Leave the M6 at junction 21A and take the M62 to Liverpool. At the end of the M62 follow signs for Liverpool City Centre along Edge Lane, picking up and following signs for Waterfront. 

There is onsite parking and plenty of parking nearby, more information on driving to the venue and parking can be found here.

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