Inaugural Hong Kong Comic Con draws massive crowds, Hollywood stars
Fans pack exhibition floor; Dragon Ball, One Piece giants greet attendees.
The inaugural Hong Kong Comic Con kicked off to a packed crowd at the Convention and Exhibition Centre on Saturday, May 30, 2026, drawing pop culture enthusiasts from across the region. Giant statues of iconic Japanese characters from Dragon Ball and One Piece towered over the show floor, setting the tone for a vibrant three-day event ending Sunday. Hollywood heavyweights Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito, and Christopher Lloyd are headlining, adding star power to an already eclectic mix of international and local vendors.
Fan-focused attractions included pop culture exhibitions, an artist alley featuring original comic art, a dedicated cosplayer zone, and rare collectibles and convention-exclusive merchandise. The diversity of booths and international elements excited attendees like Chicago transplant Jeff Floro, who spent three hours DIY-costuming with his family in Spider-Man gear, budgeting HK$700 for costumes and HK$800 for merchandise. The strong turnout and spending signals robust demand for pop culture events in Hong Kong, boosting optimism among global exhibitors looking to tap into the local market.
- Inaugural Hong Kong Comic Con runs May 30–June 1, 2026, at the Convention and Exhibition Centre.
- Hollywood stars Mads Mikkelsen, Giancarlo Esposito, and Christopher Lloyd are headlining.
- A family from Chicago spent HK$1,500 total on DIY costumes and merchandise.
Why It Matters
Strong turnout and spending at Hong Kong’s first Comic Con signal growing local appetite for pop culture events.