Celebrating 25 Years of COMICON: A Pop Culture Extravaganza in Naples with Jamie Hewlett and Tanino Liberatore

The eagerly awaited celebration of pop culture is just around the corner as Naples gears up for the landmark 25th edition of the international festival, COMICON, scheduled from May 1 to May 4, 2025, at the Mostra d'Oltremare. Following the success of the last event, which welcomed an impressive 175,000 attendees, this year’s The festival is poised to emerge as a standout event in Europe's comic and pop culture events.

Among the exciting reveals for this year's festival is the officially designed poster by Jamie Hewlett, co-creator of the iconic virtual band Gorillaz. This artwork showcases Murphy, a vibrant young girl who embodies a love for pop and geek culture, perfectly capturing the festival's essence with its blend of irreverence, enthusiasm, and spirit of defiance.

Tanino Liberatore, Magister 2025

Maintaining a cherished tradition, each edition of the festival honors a prominent figure within the comic realm. This year, the distinguished title of Magister is awarded to Tanino Liberatore, renowned creator of the character Ranxerox, who epitomizes the post-punk vibe of the 1980s and continues to influence contemporary culture. Liberatore will be featured in a personal exhibition and will also oversee a second exhibition showcasing the work of a celebrated international artist.

Guests for the 25th edition of COMICON

Participants will get the chance to connect with different renowned comic artists and illustrators from across the globe. The guest list features an impressive lineup, including:

• Prominent comic authors
• Distinguished illustrators
• Notable cartoonists

Career Achievement Award for Altan

In acknowledgment of his remarkable contributions to the world of illustration and cartooning, the esteemed Altan will be honored with the COMICON Lifetime Achievement Award for his impactful legacy and satirical artistry.

Tickets for COMICON Naples 2025 can now be purchased at ticket.comicon.it. The organizers are confident that this edition will be historic, boasting an exceptional roster of guests, exclusive exhibitions, and a variety of activities that aficionados of comic and pop culture will not want to miss.