Comicon Naples 2026: must-see COMICON OFF exhibitions

Comicon Naples 2026: COMICON OFF exhibitions at a glance

The COMICON OFF circuit extends the festival across the city with exhibitions, workshops and talks dedicated to comics, illustration and visual arts. Below is a practical guide to the main shows, related events and visitor information.

Main exhibition

Robert Crumb — Bad Thoughts

• Venue: Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino), Via Toledo 348, Naples
• When: from 27 May to 31 August 2026
• Notes: selection from the artist's archive (Zap Comix, Weirdo, Tales of Paranoia). Entry to the exhibition is included with the Castel Nuovo admission ticket.

Other exhibitions and events

• Talk: "Bad Thoughts: Robert Crumb between Museum and Counterculture" — 28 May 2026, 11:00, Palazzo Cavalcanti, Casa della Cultura (Via Toledo). Speakers include the curators and director/collector Giancarlo Soldi. Free attendance.
• Igort — Banshun (watercolor and drawings retrospective) — 1–30 May 2026, Galleria HDE Martucci (Via Giuseppe Fiorelli). Free entry.
• Daria Schmitt — Dream Maps (illustrations and plates) — 13–30 April 2026, Galleria HDE Martucci.
• Workshop "DIY fanzine" with Ivan Ferrara — 15 May 2026, 10:30–12:30, Chikù – Largo Cittadinanza Attiva. Practical session, free of charge.
• Block Party — urban art and hip‑hop day: 19 April 2026, 10:00–14:00, Stazione ANM Centro Direzionale. Live painting, DJ set and freestyle battle. Free event.
• ANM K‑POP CONTEST — registrations 10–17 April; choreography rounds 20–27 April 2026 — Fermate dell'Arte. Free participation (check COMICON OFF rules).

Why visit

COMICON OFF turns Naples into a dynamic cultural workshop where different narrative techniques and visual languages meet the public. Exhibitions highlight artistic processes, while talks and workshops provide hands‑on learning opportunities.

Practical tips

• Tickets: buy the Castel Nuovo ticket to access the Robert Crumb exhibition; check for discounts and booking requirements.
• Opening hours: consult the official COMICON OFF schedule for updates and special openings.
• Accessibility: many venues offer assisted access; contact them in advance if you need specific accommodations.
• Getting around: shows are spread across the city — plan routes to make the most of your visit.

Where

Main venue: Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino), Via Toledo 348, 80134 Naples

Approximate coordinates: 40.8384891, 14.2527194