Paris Manga and Sci-Fi Show 2026 by TGS: Dates and Highlights

Fans of pop culture, manga, science fiction, and all things geek are set to converge in Seine-Saint-Denis on March 14 and 15, 2026, for the upcoming edition of the Paris Manga & Sci-Fi Show by TGS. Located in Hall 7 of the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, this year’s event expects around 45,000 visitors to explore over 34,000 square meters of space, featuring more than 300 exhibitors. The 2026 edition also marks a visual redesign, sporting a fresh logo and revamped areas designed to deliver a more immersive experience for attendees.

Disney+ Exclusive: Dragon Striker Highlights the Event

One of the most highly anticipated moments of this 39th edition is undoubtedly the world premiere screening of Dragon Striker, the upcoming original series on Disney+. Attendees will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes of its creation, featuring the creative team: Sylvain Dos Santos (co-creator and executive producer), Charles Lefebvre (co-creator and director), and Claire Sun (concept artist). There will also be autograph and photo sessions. This global debut underscores the growing appeal of the fair among major international brands.

International and Francophone Guests at Paris Manga 2026

Over fifty guests will be attending the event for meet-and-greets, signings, photo sessions, and casual chats. Among the international cinema and TV stars scheduled to appear are:

• Jason Isaacs (Harry Potter, The White Lotus, Star Trek Discovery)
• Craig Parker (The Lord of the Rings, Spartacus)
• Emily Swallow (Supernatural, The Mandalorian)
• Lee Arenberg (Pirates of the Caribbean, Once Upon a Time)

On the French-speaking guest front, including notably voice actors and TV series stars:

• Patrick Préjean (Scenes of Couple, voice of Tuffy and Tigger)
• Elsa Esnoult and Magalie Madison (The Mysteries of Love)
• Yoann Sover (French voice of Zac Efron and Dave Franco)
• Claire Guyot (voice of Sarah Michelle Gellar and Teri Hatcher)
• Damien Witecka (voice of Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio)
• Arnaud Laurent (voice of Natsu in Fairy Tail)
• Anouck Hautbois (voice of Ladybug in Miraculous)
• Maëva Méline (singing voice of Rapunzel, from Mozart l'Opéra Rock)

Among the creators and content creators, you'll find Dooms, Farod, Siphano, Chocoh, and Baggy Dessine. In the world of comics, renowned authors and illustrators such as Declan Shalvey, Guile Sharp, and Kibar will be in attendance. The cosplay section also takes center stage, with international cosplay star Taryn and Fenix Fatalist, who has traveled all the way from Ukraine, showcasing their talents.

Schedule and Themed Zones

The exhibition is organized into several themed villages and zones:

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• Star Wars Village (1,000 m²): An immersive zone featuring official partnerships, costume exhibits, and iconic set displays.
• Cosplay Village (1,700 m²): Hosts official competitions including the French Cosplay Cup (CFC) and Euro Cosplay Championship (E2C). It also offers specialized booths and themed set designs.
• Creators’ Village (1,800 m²): Showcasing a hundred artists, craftsmen, and illustrators right at the entrance to the expo.
• Trading Card Game Zone (over 1,000 m²): Featuring tournaments around titles like Riftbound, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece Card Game, and Final Fantasy.
• Asian Culture: Includes traditional workshops, martial arts demonstrations, artistic showcases, and the France K-Pop Dance Contest, a national qualifier for the European finals, along with activities and games inspired by Squid Game.

Music concerts and exhibitions on the schedule

Several major cultural highlights are set to enhance the lineup:

• Special Goldorak Concert featuring Enrique and Franck Animé Live
• Disney Concert starring Maëva Méline, Marie Galley, and Han Jones
• Exhibitions celebrating Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, Ghostbusters, Alien, and other iconic universes

An Expo Reimagined in a Newly-Designed Hall

For this edition, Paris Manga is moving into Hall 7 of the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, offering a higher-quality experience with better-defined thematic zones, larger immersive areas, and increased comfort for both visitors and exhibitors. Frédéric Deveze, director of Groupe TGS, emphasizes that this year’s event represents "a significant milestone," introducing "a stronger, more immersive identity while preserving the unifying spirit that has contributed to the show's success."

Since acquiring the event in 2023, PM Événements has been running Paris Manga, which is part of a nationwide circuit of six annual conventions celebrating pop culture across France. Notably, a second edition is already scheduled for October 3-4, 2026.

To book your tickets, view the full schedule, and see the pricing details, visit parismanga.fr/billetterie. Tickets are available as single-day passes or weekend passes, with VIP options that include priority access, a cloakroom, and skip-the-line passes for signings.

Note: There will be no ticket sales at the venue on the day of the event. Be sure to purchase your tickets online in advance.

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