Get your geek on at Middle East Film & Comic Con 2024!
The Middle East’s biggest comic convention, Comic Con Abu Dhabi is back in town and promises to be bigger and better than ever! With mega prizes up for grabs and a star-studded lineup of celebrities attending, the Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC) 2024 might just be the best yet. Here is everything you need to know about the festival.
ABOUT COMIC CON ABU DHABI 2024
Comic Con is an annual festival that takes place in the UAE to offer fans a chance to interact with their favourite actors, filmmakers, animators and designers. Aside from meet and greets, Comic Con features panel discussions, workshops, anime art galleries, cosplay parades and eSports expositions.
Let’s learn about Abu Dhabi Comic Con 2024, which will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
MIDDLE EAST FILM AND COMIC CON 2024 OVERVIEW
First things first, here’s a quick overview of the Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2024 location, dates and timings:
- Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2024 dates: 9th to 11th February
- Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)
- Timings: Fri: 03:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Sat-Sun: 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
GUESTS AT COMIC CON ABU DHABI 2024
MEFCC 2023 saw an amazing line of celebrities with the likes of Matt Smith of House of Dragon fame and more attending the event. And this year’s lineup promises to be just as exciting! Here are the top events and activities that you can enjoy at the Middle East Film and Comic Con 2024.
MEET AND GREET WITH A STAR-STUDDED LINE-UP OF CELEBRITIES
Meet and greets are always among the most popular activities at Comic Con Abu Dhabi. Just like every year, the line-up of celebrities at Comic Con 2024 is set to be spectacular, with various Hollywood stars gracing the event. Catch these A-listers at the event from 9th to 11th February 2024.
INAKI GODOY
Meet the leader of the straw hats at MEFCC 2024! The Mexican actor shot to instant fame with his portrayal of Monkey D. Luffy in the live action remake of the One Piece anime series. Meet him in person at comic con!
- Franchise: One Piece Live Action
TROY BAKER
The acclaimed voice actor and musician has lent his vocals to a number of notable franchises and anime. Catch him at the Comic Con 2024.
- Franchises: The Last of Us, Batman, Naruto, Final Fantasy, Bleach, One Piece
TEMUERA MORRISON
The actor is best known for portraying both Bobba Fett and Jango Fett in Star Wars. He is also considered a cultural icon in New Zealand.
- Franchises: Star Wars, Bobba Fett, Aquaman, Mandalorian
FRANK WELKER
Frank Welker is currently credited for voicing popular characters like Garfield, Scooby and 14 Decepticons from the Transformers 1984 animated series.
- Franchises: Scooby Doo, Transformers, Garfield
PETER CULLEN
Transformers fans will recognise Peter Cullen as the voice of Autobots leader Optimus Prime. He has voiced the famous character for several years in animated series, movies and even video games.
- Franchises: Winnie the Pooh, Transformers, Predator.
Meet Comic Creators
Meet and greet with your favourite comic creators from Friday to Sunday. Here is who will be making an appearance:
STEPHEN SEGOVIA
This Filipino artist broke into the comic book scene at the age of 16 and has since worked on a number of notable publishers like Marvel as well as those in his native Philippines.
- Known for: Moon Knight, Dark Wolverine, Captain Marvel, Star Wars
STEVE MCNIVEN
Meet the artist who worked on several notable works with Mark Millar. Steve was also the penciller for the Marvel Civil Wars series and Star Wars comics like The Mandalorian.
- Known for: Marvel Civil War, New Avengers, Old Man Logan
MARK BROOKS
Meet the man who won an Eisner Award for his work on Marvel’s Hans Solo. He currently works as a cover artist for Immortal X-Men.
- Known for: Avengers, Fantastic Four, Immortal, Detective Comics
CARLO PAGYLAYAN
The freelance artist got his first professional gig for professional drawing with Elektra. Subsequent projects like Plant Hulk and Fantastic Four followed.
- Known for: Batman and Robin, Elektra, Hulk, Star Wars, Deathstroke
COSPLAY JUDGES
Put on your best cosplay, as it will be judged by the best in the industry. These award-winning cosplayers will be judging your look at the Comic Con:
- Yuji Koi
- Sylar Serag
- Pika chan Cosplay
- Alex Can Cosplay
- Erim Cosplay
Attractions at Middle East Comic Con
These attractions at MEFCC are sure to make your day:
GET INTO ACTION AT THE GAMING ARENA
Whether you’re a casual gamer or a gaming ninja, sign up for some action-packed entertainment at Gaming Arena. Challenge your friends in the pro-style gaming tournaments, watch new releases, explore merch or go wild at the Indie Game Zone.
BROWSE THROUGH THE MEFCC 2024 ARTIST ALLEY
View a spectacular gallery of artwork from some of the biggest and best artists in the region at the Artist Gallery in 2024.
MAINSTAGE
From industry panel sessions to exciting fan interactions and a full celeb panel — there is much to look forward to at the convention. Also on the list of happenings are exclusive fan screenings for featurettes, trailers and more.
HAVE FUN AT THE FESTIVAL PLAZA
Enter the world of outdoor thrill at the Festival Plaza. Whether you want to indulge in fun-filled activities or satisfy your appetite with lip-smacking bites at food trucks, the plaza has got you covered. The three-day programme will include musical acts, cosplay competitions, dance performances and more.
DROP YOUR LITTLUNS TO THE KIDS’ ZONE
MEFCC has a kids’ zone comprising bouncy castles and other fun activities like face painting, to name a few.
JAPANESE VILLAGE
Japan is the birthplace of anime, so fans of the genre will be happy to know that the convention will host a Japanese Village. Indulge in traditional experiences like yukata tryouts, calligraphy and even shuriken practice. Another highlight will be a kabuki stage.
ACTIVITIES
Enjoy these activities at the convention:
- Merchandise: What’s a comic book convention without merch? Get your hands on Funko Pops, comic books, trading cards and more.
- MEFCC Exclusive Merch: Grab some merchandise that you won’t get anywhere else. Every collection is exclusive to each edition of the convention.
- Board Game Zone: Buy popular games like Azul, Catan and more.
- Sole Al Imarat: Sole of the Emirates is a local 90s kid’s dream come true. Bring your stuff and have it customised with these memories.
COMIC CON ABU DHABI TICKETS AND PASSES
The Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2024 ticket prices and packages are as follows.
GENERAL ADMISSION
These Abu Dhabi Comic Con tickets will allow you the chance to meet celebrities* and access the Cine Club, Festival Plaza and Creative Academy.
- Single-day pass: AED 145
- Three-day pass: AED 330
* You will need a separate voucher for autographs/photographs.
VIP PASSES
These Abu Dhabi Comic Con tickets will enable you to meet celebrities, attend MEFCC workshops, participate in tournaments and watch live entertainment.
GENERAL VIP PASSES
- 1 autograph/photograph voucher
- Access to a separate ticket collection point
- MEFCC’s exclusive tote bag
- Cost: AED 800
SUPER VIP
- 4 autograph/photograph vouchers
- Access to a separate ticket collection point
- A swag bag with exclusive merch
- Cost: AED 2,500
ULTIMATE VIP EXPERIENCE
- 10 autograph/photograph vouchers
- A 30-minute talk with your favourite stars
- A fast-track access to meet the stars
- A swag bag with exclusive merch
- A priority VIP queue
- VIP access on all three days
- An exclusive badge for autographs
- Cost: AED 5,350
Please note:
- VIP guests will get early access on the first day.
- They will have a separate ticket collection point.
- These guests will get seats in the front row at the Cine Club and a chance to sign up for free workshops at the Creative Academy.
A full list of the perks of each pass can be found on the event’s official website.
GETTING THERE
If you plan to visit this year’s Comic Con convention, ADNEC is conveniently accessible through various modes of transportation. This is located on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street in Al Rawdah and can be easily identified on Google Maps.
If you want to travel through public transport in Abu Dhabi, transit through bus# 110 or 111 as they have routes near Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
FAQs
WHERE TO BUY ABU DHABI COMIC CON 2024 TICKETS?
You can buy MEFCC 2024 tickets from Platinumlist or Virgin Megastore in Abu Dhabi.
HOW TO CONTACT ABU DHABI COMIC CON’S MANAGEMENT?
- Visit the MEFCC’s official website (mefcc.com)
- Go to the “Contact” section
- Browse through the list of representatives
- Call the desired agent
WHERE DO I BUY TICKETS FOR THE EVENT?
Tickets to MEFCC can be bought online at Plainumlist and Virgin Tickets. You can also buy them on-site, but door charges will apply. Virgin Megastore is a good option to buy them instore as well.
That’s all we have for you now. But there is a lot more than the Comic Con happening in Abu Dhabi. You can enjoy a string of annual events in Abu Dhabi that take place year after year, bringing heaps of fun and entertainment for all.
So take your pick and make the most of it. For more happening events in and around Abu Dhabi, subscribe to MyBayut.
Please note that we’ve put together all the information available on MEFCC website at the time of publishing. We will update the guide as soon as we get any more updates from the concerned authorities about Comic Con 2024.
