Aronics - Comics, Games & Cosplay
The comics, games, and cosplay festival on the Arona lakefront
About Aronics
Aronics: Comics arrive on Lake Maggiore
Every spring, the Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya in Arona transforms into a mecca for fans of comics, manga, anime, video games, and pop culture. Aronics - Comics, Games & Cosplay is Lake Maggiore's premier comic book fair, a free event that brings the lively, colorful atmosphere of major nerd conventions to the heart of the Piedmont region, set against the stunning backdrop of the lake.
Two spirits, two locations
The event spans two main venues. The Salone Arc En Ciel at the Hotel Atlantic hosts the Artist Alley, a space dedicated to publishers, authors, scriptwriters, illustrators, and independent creators: here you will find comic and illustration stands, book presentations, panels, conferences, signings, and workshops. Meanwhile, outdoors on the lakefront, you'll find board and role-playing games, gadget stalls, street food, and the stage for the cosplay contest, the true beating heart of the day.
Cosplay, games, and creativity
The cosplay contest is the most awaited event: cosplayers of all levels take the stage to compete for prizes across various categories. Beyond the competition, the event is packed with activities: creative workshops to learn drawing or prop-making, board and role-playing game tournaments, activities designed for children and families, and immersive experiences. This formula makes Aronics perfect for everyone, from seasoned enthusiasts to those discovering this world for the first time.
A local project
Aronics is organized by Ethos Arts APS, a non-profit association founded in Arona with the goal of promoting musical and artistic culture in the area, in collaboration with the Ethos Music Academy. The event is supported by the Piedmont Region, the Province of Novara, and the Municipality of Arona, and involves local businesses and sponsors, cementing its status as a community-rooted event that grows year after year.
Aronics — edition 2026
La seconda edizione di Aronics ha confermato la formula vincente del debutto, ampliando le aree e le attività. L'evento si è svolto domenica 26 aprile 2026, dalle ore 10:00 alle 20:00, distribuito tra il Salone Arc En Ciel dell'Hotel Atlantic (sede dell'Artist Alley) e il Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya, con le aree all'aperto dedicate a giochi, gara cosplay, stand gadget e street food. L'ingresso è stato gratuito per tutta la giornata.
La locandina ufficiale dell'edizione 2026, con i più celebri personaggi del mondo nerd, è stata firmata dall'illustratore Vasco Gioachini. L'evento ha goduto del patrocinio della Regione Piemonte, della Provincia di Novara e del Comune di Arona.
Programme Aronics 2026
Salone Arc En Ciel - Hotel Atlantic (Artist Alley)
- Stand di fumetti e illustrazione
- Presentazione di autori e disegnatori, firmacopie
- Panel e conferenze
- Novità fumetti e libri
- Workshop e laboratori (gratuiti e a pagamento)
Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya (aree all'aperto)
- Giochi da tavolo e di ruolo, tornei e partite
- Gara Cosplay con premiazioni sul palco
- Stand di gadget
- Street food
- Attività esperienziali e laboratori per bambini e adulti (alcuni su prenotazione)
Il programma di dettaglio con orari e ospiti è stato pubblicato sul sito ufficiale aronics.it nelle settimane precedenti l'evento.
Highlights Aronics 2026
- Gara cosplay sul palco del lungolago con premiazioni
- Artist Alley con autori, disegnatori e case editrici
- Locandina ufficiale firmata da Vasco Gioachini
- Ingresso gratuito sul lungolago del Lago Maggiore
Prices Aronics 2026
Practical information — Aronics
How to get there
Arona is easily accessible by train (Arona station on the Milan-Domodossola line, on Lake Maggiore) and by car via the A26 motorway (Arona exit). The lakefront is just a few minutes' walk from the station.
Admission and hours
Admission is free. The event takes place in a single day from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Exhibition areas are spread between the Salone Arc En Ciel at the Hotel Atlantic and the Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya.
Tips
Some workshops and activities require booking: it is advisable to check the official website aronics.it in the days leading up to the event. Take advantage of the day to also explore the center of Arona and the views of Lake Maggiore.
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Where does it take place — Aronics
Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya
Lungolago Caduti di Nassiriya, 28041 Arona