2026
Celebrating the creators who make imagination possible.
Proud winner of the Luton in Harmony Award at Luton’s Best Awards 2025
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Proud winner of the Luton in Harmony Award at Luton’s Best Awards 2025 🏆
What Heroes for
Artists Means
Heroes for Artists is about shining a spotlight on local creativity.
Luton Comic Con has always stood for unity, imagination, and community spirit. In 2026, we’re putting artists, illustrators, filmmakers, writers, cosplayers, and makers, at the heart of the event.
From schools and community groups to professionals and hobbyists, every creator has a place at Luton Comic Con 2026.
Artists & Illustrators
Local comic artists, illustrators, and visual storytellers take centre stage
with dedicated showcase space and table spots.
Whether you sell prints, originals, or zines — there's a spot in the Hive for you.
Cosplay & Performance
From first-timers to contest veterans — bring your costume, enter the competition,
and celebrate your craft with the community.
Catwalk, judging, and prizes for all skill levels.
Filmmakers & Writers
Screen your short film, animation, or comic-inspired project. Writers — bring
your work and connect with readers and collaborators.
We're building a proper showcase space for independent creators.
Schools & Community
Working with local schools and community groups to create homegrown projects
celebrating Luton's creative scene.
Every creator has a place — hobbyist or professional, young or old.
Saturday | 26 September 2026
MAIN STAGE
St George’s Square
11:00 – Just Jema
12:00 – Opening
12:05 – Ryan Prazer
12:35 – Mariam Daniel
13:05 – The Blights
14:00 – Cosplay Parade + Competition
15:15 – Lavz
15:40 – Cosplay Awards
15:55 – Cosplay Basics Panel
16:25 – Missing The Ferry
17:00 – Olivia Lynn
18:00 – Event Close
Information Desk on the Square
GAMING ZONE
Luton Central Library
G Floor
Brickfayre
Fun with bricks for all the family!
3rd Floor
Brilliant Heroes Podcast
Recording in progress!
Console Gaming Zone
Play modern + classic console games on multiple screens!
Giraffe Head Studios
Gaming industry talks, panels and workshops throughout the day!
Sponsored by Giraffe Head Studios
LUTON TTRPG CLUB
Find us at the back of The Red Lion!
Tabletop Gaming Enthusiasts welcome!
Character Building + 1 Page 1 Shots
12–5PM
Plus! Meet & Greet
Carl Newman – ’89 Batman
COSPLAY ZONE
Market Hill & The Red Lion
11:15 – Confidence in Cosplay
Embodying Character with @taker.uk, @charlottemorrisxo_ & @stefanicosplay
11:45 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
12:00 – Prejudging
Before cosplay parade + competition at 2PM!
12:30 – Crafting & Costume Skills
Learn and Craft with @gianaxrose, @stefanicosplay & @jadex_cosplay
13:00 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
14:00 – Cosplay Zone Main Stage Takeover
Meet us at St George’s Square for the Parade, Competition + “How to get started” Panel!
16:30 – Social Media & Branding
Hosted by @gianaxrose, @charlottemorrisxo_ & @the_alexander_rose
17:00 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
SUNDAY | 27 September 2026
GAMING ZONE
Luton Central Library
G Floor
Brickfayre
Fun with bricks for all the family!
3rd Floor
Brilliant Heroes Podcast
Recording in progress!
Console Gaming Zone
Play modern + classic console games on multiple screens!
Giraffe Head Studios
Gaming industry talks, panels and workshops throughout the day!
Sponsored by Giraffe Head Studios
MAIN STAGE
St George’s Square
12:00 – Steve Dillon Exhibition
12:15 – Barnabee Parade
12:30 – National Literacy Trust
12:40 – Laura Howell – Live Q&A
13:00 – Fandom Creative Strategist
Talk hosted by Calvin Innes of The Forge
13:35 – How I Made My ADHD My Superpower to Develop My Own Game
Hosted by Giraffe Head Studios
14:10 – Cosplay Panel
14:40 – Cosplay Showcase & Stage Performances
15:10 – Artist Panel featuring Sabine Rich, Laura Howell, Sykosan & More!
Information Desk on the Square
LUTON TTRPG CLUB
Find us at the back of The Red Lion!
Tabletop Gaming Enthusiasts welcome!
Hourly Taster Sessions (Signup Req)
12–5PM
COSPLAY ZONE
Market Hill & The Red Lion
11:15 – Posing and Cosplay Photography
Embodying Character with @gianaxrose, @jadex_cosplay & @the_alexander_rose
11:45 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
12:15 – Make-Up & Costume Basics
Get some hot-to-go tips from @charlottemorrisxo_, @stefanicosplay & @taker.uk
12:45 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
14:15 – Cosplay Zone Main Stage Takeover
Cosplay Showcase & Content Creation Panel
16:00 – Meet & Greet with Cosplay Guests
Meet our Heroes of Cosplay!
Made in Luton
For Luton
This year, we're working with schools, local creators, and community groups to build something truly homegrown.
Expect local artwork, independent stalls, and projects that bring together culture, art, and fandom — all celebrating what makes Luton's creative scene so powerful.
Luton Comiccon 2026 Line up
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[Headline Guest] Carl Newman
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[Cosplay Host] The Cosplay Nightmare
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[Cosplay Host] Stefanicosplay
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Batmobile 89
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Mystery Machine
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The Mutt Cutts
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[Headline Artisti] Sabine Rich
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[Special Guest] Nathan James Pegler
Celebrating Steve Dillon
From Luton to comic book legend.
Luton Comic Con proudly celebrates the life and work of Steve Dillon, the acclaimed artist behind Preacher, The Punisher, Hellblazer and some of 2000 AD’s most memorable stories.
Raised in Luton and beginning his journey into comics while still at school here, Dillon went on to become one of the most respected British comic artists of his generation.
Discover his story and join us for a very special last exhibition celebrating his extraordinary legacy.
