2026 CICF×AGF Guangzhou Anime & Game Festival Officially Scheduled

A Grand Carnival in the Greater Bay Area with Lingnan Charm In May 2026, the official team of 2026 CICF×AGF Guangzhou Anime & Game Festival announced that the event will take place from October 2 to 5 at Guangzhou Poly World Trade Expo Center, presenting the largest ACG cultural feast in the Greater Bay Area during the National Day holiday.

Under the theme A Grand Carnival in the Greater Bay Area with Lingnan Charm, the official visual artwork is created by renowned artist Bison Hamster. The official mascots Cissy and Alpha debut with brand-new looks, welcoming ACG enthusiasts across the country. As a core segment of the 19th China International Comics Festival, the event combines CICF (China International Comics Festival Anime & Game Expo) and AGF (Awesome Game Fair). It gathers industry elites, leading brands and top IPs from home and abroad, building a comprehensive platform for industrial communication, content exhibition and fan interaction.

Boasting an exhibition area of 65,000 square meters, the fair is expected to host over 300,000 visitors and 310 exhibitors. Well-known enterprises including Tencent Video, Bilibili, Bandai Namco, miHoYo and NetEase Games will showcase thousands of genuine anime peripherals, collectible figures and game experiences.

Six featured themed zones are set up to cater to diverse fan groups: the New Release Pavilion for latest ACG titles and IP launches, the Treasure Forest tailored for female audiences, the Innovation Block for original creators and small teams, the COMICSEED Doujin Area for fan creators, the Game Corridor offering free indie game trials, and the Rhythm Club for music game competitions.

Major contests will also be held during the event, including the 23rd China Animation Golden Dragon Award National Cosplay Championship and the 2026 Star Dance Galaxy National Otaku Dance Competition. A series of exciting activities such as the Cute Star Contest, AGF National E-sports Tournament, costume parades and random otaku dance challenges will also be staged.

The general admission ticket is priced at 150 RMB. Tickets are available via official and authorized channels. The venue is located at No. 1000 Xingang East Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, easily accessible via Exit C and D of Pazhou Station on Metro Line 8.

Featuring diverse content, top-tier participants and immersive experiences, 2026 CICF×AGF continues to drive the development of the anime and game industry in South China and across the nation. Further updates on guest lineups, exhibitors and activities will be released officially. Stay tuned.