Serra Comics & Co. 2026: the village turns into a pop culture stage
The third edition of Serra Comics & Co. turned Serra San Bruno’s historic centre into a widespread festival dedicated to comics, illustration, dubbing, cosplay, gaming and pop culture. Over two days the event attracted tens of thousands of visitors, filling squares, Corso Umberto I, the Town Garden, the Amphitheatre and Palazzo Chimirri.
Highlights
The festival covered more than 4,500 square metres of the village and featured over 65 stalls showcasing cartoonists, illustrators, publishers, bookstores, associations and geek communities. The schedule mixed exhibitions, tournaments, retro-gaming and outdoor activities suitable for all ages.
Program and main guests
- Talks & dubbing: live sessions and signings with Leonardo Graziano and Valeriano Corini.
- Science & tech: presentations by Danilo Lucirino (Spiegabro) and Lorenzo Gagliardi (CNR).
- Independent publishing: a panel by Galileo Editore with authors and editors.
- Tolkien features: partnership with the Sentieri Tolkieniani association and an exhibition on The Lord of the Rings.
- Music & performances: shows by Shizen and guests including Shorii.
- Cosplay: a contest judged by national and international cosplayers such as Novareey, Mary Avril and Bitter Choco.
Territory ties and institutions
The festival focused on promoting local assets, combining entertainment with territorial enhancement through guided walks in the Parco Naturale Regionale delle Serre and cultural initiatives in the village’s historic locations. A notable collaboration involved the State Police, with a stand and sessions addressing legality and civic awareness.
Why attend Serra Comics & Co.
- An immersive experience in a historic Italian village where heritage meets pop culture.
- A varied program blending comics, music, science outreach and family activities.
- Opportunities to explore the local landscape via guided excursions and nature walks.
The event demonstrates how small historic centres can attract nationwide audiences by combining quality cultural programming with local promotion. Follow the Serra Comics association for announcements about the next edition.
Where it is
Location: Corso Umberto I, 89822 Serra San Bruno VV, Italia
Coordinates: 38.5758472, 16.3293266
