Two days of pop culture in the shadow of the Medici Castle
The weekend after the historic Fiera del Perdono, the Medici Castle of Melegnano transforms into the headquarters of Lombardy's pop culture. Melegnano Comics is the event that, in the Municipality of Melegnano (Province of Milan), brings comics, cosplay, gaming, fantasy, and the entire nerd universe within the walls of the fifteenth-century manor, organized by IX Miglio SRL with the support of the Municipality and partners like ESET Italia.
The event's strength lies in the contrast between the historical setting and the energy of contemporary pop culture. Over the two opening days, you can expect:
Each edition features its own official poster, selected from submissions by participating illustrators: for 2026, the winning artwork is "Meltingpop Girl" by Corrado Ficarelli, while the Community Award went to "COSMIC POP!" by Alessandra Alรน.
Few comic festivals can boast a venue like the Medici Castle, a fortress linked to the Medici family of Marignano that dominates the historic center of Melegnano. Strolling through courtyards and frescoed halls transformed into cosplay sets is an integral part of the experience, making Melegnano Comics a distinctive event in the southern Milanese fair scene.
Admission is free, but requires mandatory online reservation. This choice, combined with continuous daytime hours, makes the event particularly suitable for families and those wanting to explore the world of comics and cosplay for the first time.
Melegnano Comics 2026 takes place on the weekend of April 11 and 12, immediately after the Fiera del Perdono, within the spaces of the Medici Castle of Melegnano. The event is organized by IX Miglio SRL with the support of the Municipality of Melegnano and sponsors, including ESET Italia, Gas Piรน, MakeCasa Immobiliare, and Trenord.
The 2026 edition confirms the free admission formula with mandatory reservation and features the official poster "Meltingpop Girl" by Corrado Ficarelli, winner of the illustrators' competition, and the Community Award "COSMIC POP!" by Alessandra Alรน.
Program to be updated on the official website. The event spans two days with continuous hours.
Details on guests, competition schedules, and workshops will be progressively published on melegnanocomics.com.
The Medici Castle is located in the center of Melegnano, in Piazza Vittoria. Melegnano is served by the train station on the Milan-Lodi-Piacenza line (Trenord trains); the castle is within walking distance from the station. By car, take the Melegnano exit from the A1 motorway.
Free with mandatory online reservation via Eventbrite (MCbyESET.eventbrite.it).
Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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Castello Mediceo di Melegnano
Castello Mediceo, Piazza Vittoria, 20077 Melegnano