Overview

• San Diego Comic-Con is expanding internationally for the first time in its 50-year history, with Málaga, Spain chosen as the inaugural location outside the U.S.
• The Málaga edition will run from September 25-28, 2025, featuring a similar four-day format to the original San Diego event.
• Local government bodies, including the Junta de Andalucía and Málaga City Council, played a key role in securing the event to boost the city’s standing in digital arts and pop culture.
• The announcement event in Málaga included over 200 notable guests from the entertainment industry and highlighted the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
• Programming details for the Málaga Comic-Con are yet to be announced, but it is expected to include panels, exhibitions, and exclusive reveals similar to the San Diego convention.