Civitonix - Games and Comics Festival
The games and comics festival in Civita Castellana
About Civitonix
The games and comics festival of the Tuscia region
Civitonix is the event dedicated to gaming and comics that brings Civita Castellana to life every June, in the province of Viterbo, in the heart of the Lazio Tuscia. Established in 2023 by the Jo.In. - Tana dei Goblin association of Civita Castellana, the event has grown edition after edition to become a landmark for fans of board games, comics, and pop culture in central Italy.
Bosco Primo Maggio, an open-air village
The festival is hosted in the Bosco Primo Maggio (May 1st Park), a large green space in the town of Civita Castellana that turns into an immersive village for an entire weekend. In the shade of the pine forest, you will find gaming tables, stalls, a market, and a food area, all in an atmosphere designed to welcome enthusiasts, curious visitors, and families.
The themed areas
The festival is organized into several themed areas covering all facets of the gaming and comic book world:
- Comics Area: meetings with authors, illustrators, and publishers, plus a space dedicated to independent comic productions.
- Gaming Area: dozens of tables for board games, role-playing games, and wargames, with the opportunity to try out new titles and great classics.
- Video Game Area: stations for video game fans, ranging from retro titles to the latest releases.
- Cosplay Area: parades and contests dedicated to those portraying characters from comics, manga, and video games.
- Collectible Cards: a space to buy, trade, and play.
- Food and Market Area: street food under the pine trees and stalls selling themed merchandise.
Guests and events
Each edition brings prominent national and international guests from the world of comics and gaming to Civita Castellana. Notable names who have enriched the program include illustrator Sara Pichelli, co-creator of Miles Morales, and game author and journalist Andrea Angiolino. The calendar includes talks, conferences, prototype presentations, tournaments, and activities for all ages.
A free event for everyone
One of the hallmarks of Civitonix is free admission: the event is designed as a festival open to the city and the surrounding area, capable of attracting thousands of visitors. The 2025 edition exceeded 6,000 attendees over two days, confirming the festival's role in the landscape of events dedicated to comics and gaming in Lazio.
Civita Castellana and the Tuscia region
Located north of Rome, Civita Castellana is a town in the province of Viterbo, Lazio, known for its ceramic tradition and its picturesque historic center overlooking the ravines. Civitonix is a great opportunity to discover the Tuscia territory by combining pop culture, social interaction, and the enhancement of the city's green spaces.
Civitonix — edition 2026
The fourth edition of Civitonix brought the Bosco Primo Maggio in Civita Castellana to life on Saturday, June 13 (from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM) and Sunday, June 14, 2026 (from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM). The park transformed into a large open-air village with areas dedicated to cosplay, collectible cards, comics, and video games, as well as dozens of tables for board and role-playing games. Guests included illustrator Sara Pichelli. The official poster was designed by Gabriele Dell'Otto, and the edition featured a special philatelic cancellation by Poste Italiane.
Programme Civitonix 2026
- Saturday, June 13: open from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM - gaming, comics, video games, cosplay, market, and street food areas.
- Sunday, June 14: open from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM - featuring the grand board game auction "Asta tosta," an opportunity to find rare and collectible titles.
- Talks and meetings with comic and game authors, prototype presentations, and activities for children and families.
Highlights Civitonix 2026
- Special guest: Sara Pichelli, graphic co-creator of Miles Morales.
- Poster designed by Gabriele Dell'Otto.
- Special philatelic cancellation by Poste Italiane for the fourth edition.
- Grand board game auction "Asta tosta" on Sunday.
Prices Civitonix 2026
Practical information — Civitonix
How to get there
Civita Castellana is located in the province of Viterbo, about an hour from Rome. By car, it can be reached via the SS3 Flaminia or the A1 motorway (Magliano Sabina exit). By train, it is served by the Civita Castellana-Magliano station on the Rome North line and the Civita Castellana-Borghetto station.
Admission and hours
Admission to the event is free. The festival takes place at the Bosco Primo Maggio, typically during the second weekend of June.
Tips
As this is an outdoor event, comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for park paths are recommended. Food areas and spaces for families are available.
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