Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) will return to ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 11–13 September 2026, offering three days of pop culture, entertainment and fan experiences.

The event will feature a range of attractions, including the MEFCC Cosplay Competition, which offers an AED 60,000 prize pool and the opportunity for the UAE’s winning team to compete at the WCS 2027 Finals in Nagoya, Japan.

Fans can also meet international stars including John Cena, Mackenyu, Joonas Suotamo, Arden Cho, Pom Klementieff, Jacob Romero Gibson and Charithra Chandran through the Meet the Stars zone.

Other highlights include trading card tournaments, celebrity panels, the Otaku District, Artist Alley, Comic Creators Club, retail and collector spaces, tabletop gaming and the Gaming Zone. Visitors can also explore the Collectors Gallery, Bookworm Lounge, Food Truck Park and family-friendly activities. -TradeArabia News Service