Gurugram gets its first Comic Con India edition this weekend, and it already looks like a proper full-day fandom stop rather than a small pop-up. The official event runs on 14–15 March 2026 at Gymkhana Club Grounds, Sector 29, with gates opening around 10:55 AM. Organisers are pitching it as a two-day mix of comics, anime, cosplay, gaming, merch, panels, and stage acts, which matters because this is the first time Gurugram is getting its own dedicated edition instead of fans heading into Delhi.
Cosplay Is The Weekend’s Biggest Crowd Puller
If cosplay is your main reason for going, this is where the event looks strongest. The official schedule lists a Saturday cosplay contest and a Sunday cosplay contest, each carrying a daily cash prize of ₹30,000. Sunday also adds the Indian Championship of Cosplay Gurugram Qualifier, with ₹50,000 and a route into the ICC Finals 2026, so Day 2 should feel bigger for serious competitors. For many casual visitors, that also means the best spectator slot may simply be the late evening stage window when the full costume line-up takes over.
Anime Fans Get More Than Just Merch Stalls
Anime fans are not just being handed shopping corners. The official line-up includes multiple Crunchyroll sessions across both days, a Haryana Anime Club community spotlight, and an anime playlist set by Daisuki that should land well with the sing-along crowd. There is also a Webtoon creator session with Satan Navi, which gives the anime and manga side of the audience something creator-led, not just retail-led. That mix usually helps events feel less like a market and more like a fandom hangout.
The Vibe Looks Built For Local Fan Communities
One reason this edition feels current is that Gurugram’s fan culture has been growing quietly through creators, mall meetups, Discord groups, and college circles. The event’s local angle shows up in programming like the Haryana Anime Club spotlight and creator jam sessions designed around Gurugram itself. That gives this debut a different energy from a routine touring stop.
Gaming Has A Clear NODWIN Stamp
Gaming fans should expect a louder footprint than a few demo booths. Official previews mention a NODWIN Gaming Arena, while NODWIN’s own promotional posts push racing, dance play, VR worlds, merch, and gaming-focused attractions. The schedule also includes a Gaming Fireside Chat powered by Legion, which suggests some creator or industry conversation beyond hands-on play. In other words, this looks built for both casual drop-ins and people who want to stay around the gaming zone for hours.
Creators, Comedy, And Stage Acts Fill The Gaps
Beyond fandom categories, the event has enough stage movement to keep dead time low. International guest Raymund Bermudez headlines the creator side, while Indian creators like Amrit Pal Singh, Axis Williams, Faisal Mohammed, Vivek Goel, and others add more meet-and-discover value. On the entertainment side, the schedule includes Jaspreet Singh, Onkar Yadav, Geek Fruit, Gini, Dharmik, and Ikka, which means even visitors who come for cosplay or anime will likely end up staying for evening sets.
FAQs
1. What are the Gurugram Comic Con 2026 dates?
It runs on 14 and 15 March 2026 across the full weekend at Sector 29.
2. Where is the event happening?
The venue is Gymkhana Club Grounds, Sector 29, Gurugram, with outdoor layout and accessibility support.
3. Is cosplay the main attraction this year?
Yes, cosplay contests, qualifier rounds, and prize money make it one of weekend highlights.
4. Will anime fans find enough to do?
Yes, Crunchyroll sessions, anime music sets, creators, clubs, and merch keep anime fans busy.
5. What should gaming fans expect there?
Expect gaming arena activities, VR, creator chat sessions, interactive play zones, and merch browsing.
