From 31 January to 1 February, MAG-C will take place at the exhibition grounds in Erfurt. The event will focus on anime, manga, cosplay and gaming. Konami will be attending for the first time with the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game.

Konami will be participating in MAG-C for the first time with its Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game. Alongside this prominent new addition, the organisers are once again planning a diverse programme. Hall 2 will feature an anime cinema, a retro & arcade area, as well as a gaming area showcasing indie games and retro classics. Hall 3 is described as a community hub. In the Artist Area, visitors can meet over 50 artists, while the Cosplay Area covers 600 m². This hall will also house the Manga & Merchandise Area and the TCG Corner, which will host tournaments and challenges. There will also be cosplay championships, quizzes with prizes, panels, K-pop dancing and live music, as well as the Anime Rave on the first evening of the convention. Early bird tickets are available until 30 November 2025.

MAG-C 2026 Opening Hours
  • Saturday, 31 January 2026, 10:00 to 19:00
  • Sunday, 1 February 2026, 10:00 to 18:00

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