things to do

As well as our huge range of traders, guests, panels and workshops – there’s something to keep the whole family entertained at Portsmouth Comic Con! Whether you’re looking for arts and crafts or immersive sci-fi adventures, take a look at what’s in store across the weekend…

star wars experience

Joker Squad return to Portsmouth Comic Con in 2026 with their immersive Star Wars Experience. Clear the Imperial checkpoint and make your way through Tatooine for photo ops like Han in Carbonite, a Speeder Bike, the Ewok Drum Kit, the Ewok C3PO chair, an E-Web, an Ice Cave & more!

BOOKISH BLOCK

We’re stepping up our Bookish content for 2026’s event, with Author Guests, Pigeon Books, Signings, Book Swaps, a Reading Corner, Bookish merch, & more! Bookish Block will be taking over the Square Kitchen cafe with everything literature-related – reading lovers rejoice!

A court of fantasy and fae

Enter the world of Fantasy literature with our A Court of Fantasy & Fae zone, which is returning bigger and better for 2026. A magical exhibition on Romantasy books, featuring a green screen dragon photo opportunity, costumes and props, and even a real Tarot reader! Perfect for fans of ACOTAR, Fourth Wing, and all of your favourite High Fantasy Literature!

lego zone

Our new LEGO Zone with The Popup Events Company will feature all the LEGO bricks you and the kids could possibly need. Build whatever you want, or take the lead from some of the team and get some ideas – it’s time to get creative!

NERF ARENA

The Popup Events Company presents a brand new family activity for Portsmouth Comic Con 2026! Head to the Nerf Arena, get geared up, and take part in battles for all ages – all included in your Comic Con event ticket price!

comic con after-party at hampshire boulevard (18+)

We're thrilled to announce that the first ever official Portsmouth Comic Con After-Party will be hosted at Hampshire Boulevard in 2026!! From Friday the 1st to Sunday 3rd of May, HB will be throwing the best Comic-Con themed parties, including DJs, drag shows, cosplay and Comic Con-themed drinks. PLUS! If you're a Comic Con ticket holder, you can get free entry before 9pm by showing your ticket on the door!

portsmouth ghostbusters

Portsmouth Comic Con 2026 is about to face Mass Hysteria as the Portsmouth Ghostbusters return with their biggest, spookiest, most interactive setup yet. Raising money for Cancer Research UK through merch, raffles, games and exclusives, with every penny of profit donated. Towering over the floor will be their 15-foot Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, plus a Ghostbusters Firehouse Walk Through packed with props, scares and paranormal madness. Get ready, Comic Con—spooks rise in May!

the thronefest collection

The Thronefest Collection is the largest privately owned collection of replica props from Game of Thrones in Europe. It comprises a vast number of replica swords, helmets, daggers, crowns, tiaras, goblets and dragons skulls all with informative information banners and of course a full size Iron Throne which is guarded by the very popular Night King, the only Warner Brothers approved Night King in England who will be (relatively) happy to guide you to the iron Throne for your own free photo opportunity.

NHS England and Diafight

We’re teaming up with leading diabetes specialists from Queen Alexandra Hospital, University Hospital Southampton & DiaFight to raise awareness of type 1 diabetes (T1D) through the power of comics and games.

jurassic zone

Dinosaur devotees and fans of the Jurassic Park film franchise are invited to step inside Portsmouth Comic Con and find a world of fun and fascination! Featuring a Jurassic Park jeep, plus interactive dinosaurs and activities!

Tech:truck

A new addition to our 2024 line-up of experiences, we have the exciting and innovative Tech:Truck - the mobile education and technology roadshow! Tech:Truck aims to engage children and young adults with industry-lead, cutting-edge technologies by showcasing the incredible opportunities that engineering careers can offer!

Paint and take workshop

The process of sitting down with a brush, some paint and a blank canvas and leaving with a little piece of art you created, is a magical feeling! In 2024, Everstromn Hobbies will be joining us and giving fans a chance to experience exactly that. Get to paint a miniature mystical figurine and take it home to forever remember this moment.

steampunk society

The Gosport Steampunk Society will return to Portsmouth Comic Con 2024 for more Steampunk activities!

seekers create

Leave your mark on Comic Con by being part of one of Seekers Create's brilliant interactive art experiences. Details coming soon.

speakers corner with express fm

Drop in to our Speakers Corner hosted by Express FM where a continuous programme of guests will give informal insights to the comic industry and behind the scenes of Portsmouth Comic Con. Hear from the Event Producers, special guests and the partners who make Portsmouth Comic Con the event that it is.

Pokemon League

Portsmouth Pokémon League will host Pokémon Trading Card Game learn-to-play sessions throughout the weekend. Everyone’s invited! Battle and receive a special promo card. Speak with Pokémon Professors about the world of competitive Pokémon and the local Pokémon League locations you can visit to spark a new hobby and connect with new friends