Lucca Comics & Games 2026 takes place October 28 to November 1, marking the festival’s 60th anniversary under the theme “Legacy.” As Europe’s largest comics and gaming convention — and the second largest in the world after Comiket in Tokyo — Lucca Comics & Games transforms the walled historic center of Lucca, Tuscany, into a five-day celebration of comics, tabletop and video games, cosplay and pop culture with more than 700 exhibitors.
This guide covers the 2026 dates, ticket prices, what to expect, and where to store your bags while exploring the festival’s many venues.
Lucca Comics & Games 2026: Key Details
| Dates | Wednesday 28 October – Sunday 1 November 2026 |
| Edition | 60th anniversary, theme “Legacy” |
| Location | Historic center of Lucca, Tuscany |
| Programme | 700+ exhibitors; comics, tabletop and video games, cosplay, artist alley (~15,000 sqm exhibitor area) |
What to Expect at Lucca Comics & Games 2026
Unlike convention-center events, Lucca Comics & Games spreads across the entire walled city — piazzas, narrow streets and historic buildings all host stands, panels, and cosplay meetups. The exhibitor area covers roughly 15,000 square meters, with dedicated zones for comics publishers, board and card games, video games, and manga and anime. This year’s 60th-anniversary “Legacy” poster was created by veteran Italian artist Claudio Castellini, who symbolically passed his pencil to ten-year-old French artist Louise Stéphant at the unveiling — a gesture representing the festival’s next generation.
Lucca Comics & Games 2026 Ticket Prices
Tickets go on sale through the official Lucca Comics & Games website, with the general box office opening at list price and sales capped at 80,000 tickets per day. Because the event spreads across the whole city, some areas and street exhibits are free to walk through, while access to specific pavilions and ticketed panels requires a festival pass.
| Daily ticket | From €26.50 (Wed) up to €34.50 (Sat), fees included |
| 2-day pass | €40.50 – €58.50 |
| 3-day pass | €61.50 – €78.50 |
| 4-day pass | €83.50 |
| 5-day pass | €95.00 |
| Children under 10 | Free with an accompanying ticketed adult |
Prices rise for the busiest days (Friday-Sunday), so buying a weekday ticket or booking early is the best way to save. Given the 60th anniversary, early booking is strongly recommended — the 5-day passes have historically sold out well ahead of the festival.
Getting to Lucca
Lucca is easily reached by train from Florence (about 1.5 hours) or Pisa (around 30 minutes), with the historic center a short walk from Lucca’s main train station just outside the city walls. Driving into the center is discouraged during the festival due to road closures and heavy crowds — arriving by train is by far the simplest option.
Insider Tips for Lucca Comics & Games 2026
- Book accommodation early. Hotels in Lucca and nearby towns fill up months ahead for the 60th anniversary edition.
- Buy weekday tickets to save. Wednesday and Thursday daily tickets cost noticeably less than the Saturday peak.
- Expect huge crowds. The historic center gets extremely busy, especially on weekends — plan routes and meetups in advance.
- Wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be walking on cobblestones across the whole walled city.
- Travel light. Narrow medieval streets packed with crowds make carrying luggage or bulky bags impractical.
Luggage Storage for Lucca Comics & Games 2026
Between cosplay props, purchases from the exhibitor halls, and luggage if you’re arriving by train, moving through Lucca’s narrow, crowded streets gets difficult fast. Radical Storage has verified partner locations across Lucca’s historic center, so you can drop your bags and explore the festival hands-free.
Find a nearby location in Lucca’s historic center and enjoy the festival without your bags.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lucca Comics & Games 2026 runs October 28 to November 1, marking the festival’s 60th anniversary under the theme “Legacy.”
Daily tickets range from about €26.50 to €34.50 depending on the day, with multi-day passes from €40.50 up to €95 for the full 5-day pass.
The festival takes over the entire historic walled center of Lucca, Tuscany, with an exhibitor area of around 15,000 square meters.
Lucca is best reached by train, about 1.5 hours from Florence or 30 minutes from Pisa, with the historic center a short walk from the station.
Radical Storage has partner locations across Lucca’s historic center, ideal for storing bags and cosplay gear while exploring the festival.
