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Summer is finally here and it’s time to don your best cosplay and check out the cons, medieval fests, meet-ups and markets.
Panel discussion at German Comic Con Spring Edition 2023, Dortmund, Germany. (Kat Nickola)
Freienfels Knight Tournament: Freienfels | May 29-June 1: Come out to one of the “oldest and largest medieval events in Europe.”
ANNOTOPIA: Brickworks Park: Mildenberg (Berlin) | May 29-June 1: Crafts, artistry and skills can all be found at this castle festival.
Year 1280: Gütersloh | May 29-June 1: Enjoy a weekend of medieval revelry.
FEDCON: Bonn | May 30-June 1: Attend one of the many panels, compete in nerd quizzes, get an autograph from Jonathan Frakes and shop from the vendors at this con dedicated to sci-fi television series and movies.
FRANCO: Bamberg | May 31-June 1: This is an event for those interested in Japanese film, comics and series.
Purgatory Con 9: Düsseldorf | May 31-June 1: Attend this two-day unofficial convention centered around the popular show “Supernatural.” Special guests include the Winchester Brothers: Jared Padalecki (Sam) and Jensen Ackles (Dean), Mischa Collins (Castiel) and Jim Beaver Bobby).
YumeKai: Memmingen | May 31-June 1: Come out for workshops, vendors, performances and activities.
GERMAN WALKER CON: Oberhausen: May 31-June 1: Meet stars from “The Walking Dead” including Emily Kinney, Jeffrey DeMunn and Michael Cudlitz.
Berlin Film Exchange 2025: Berlin | June 1: Make your way to Germany’s largest film collectors’ exchange and find a rare souvenir or a new favorite movie.
DoKomi - Anime & Japan Expo: Düsseldorf | June 6-8: Grab a bite from the food festival, visit the artist alley and shop from exhibitors at “Germany’s biggest Anime and Japan Expo.”
Eternal Convention: Bacharach | June 6-9: This is a family-friendly international role-playing convention that takes place in a castle! Registration is no longer available, but you can still go as a day guest.
Los Amigos Convention 2025: The Masters of the Universe Convention: Neuss | June 7: “By the Power of Grayskull…” make your way to this con celebrating this franchise.
Once Upon a Time Festival: Zollern | June 7-9: Come out for performances, shopping, Steampunk and artists.
CoBo Board Game Convention 2025: Halberstadt | June 7-8: Spend the weekend gaming.
Japan Market: Lübeck | June 8: Celebrate Japanese culture with creative workshops, shopping and food.
Tolkien Days: Geldern-Pont | June 12-15: Tolkien fans can gather for the “largest event celebrating the works of the successful British author in Europe” at this multi-day event.
NordCon 2025: Steinadlerweg | June 13-15: Play a new or favorite tabletop game. Gather around the LARP meadow and mingle with fellow cosplayers.
Horb Knight Games: Horb | June 13-15: Travel back in time and see jousting knights and jugglers, eat delicious food and shop the medieval market.
Year 1195: Büren | June 13-15: Travel back in time for a weekend of fun.
Ongaku Matsuri: Berlin | June 14: Enjoy artists, concerts, shopping, food and more from the J-Music community and fandom.
RetroGames Con: Krefeld | June 14: Find your favorite retro game, TV show memorabilia, console and toys at this con.
NiSa-Con: Braunschweig | June 14-15: Sing karaoke, enter the cosplay contest, shop in the market area and more.
GEEKWORLD Germany: Viernheim | June 15: Spend the day in cosplay, shopping anime, comics, retro toys and cards.
Japan Film Festival: Hamburg | June 18-22: Enjoy a variety of Japanese films across two cinemas.
Japan Market: Leipzig: June 15: Celebrate Japanese culture with creative workshops, shopping and food.
Comic Festival: Munich: June 19-22: Come out for vendors, courses, cosplay and readings.
Medieval Market: Hockenheim | June 19-22: Enjoy a weekend of food, music and fun.
GarchingCon 13: Garching (near Munich) | June 20-22: Check out this sci-fi convention featuring authors, editors and artists.
Comic- und Manga-Convention: Düsseldorf | June 21: Wear your cosplay and shop for manga and comics.
Solstice Ball: Berlin | June 21: Rock your best “elven couture” and celebrate the longest day of the year at this fantasy ball with crafts, music, food and drinks.
German Salvatore Brothers Con: Oberhausen | June 21-22: Get your picture with some of the stars of “The Vampire Diaries.”
Medieval Spectacular: Plattenburg | June 21-22: Travel back in time and enjoy musical performances, puppet shows and more.
Wie.MAI.KAI 2025: Flörsheim am Main | June 21-22: Attend a workshop, play games, wear your cosplay and shop from vendors.
RetroGames Con: Chemnitz | June 28: Find your favorite retro game, TV show memorabilia, console and toys at this con.
Bijutsu Convention: Düsseldorf | June 28: Come out for games, trivia, gaming, tarot card readings, food, shopping and cosplay.
Boards and Swords (USO Ramstein): Ramstein Air Base | Every Friday Night: Meet up with fellow Magic the Gathering enthusiasts for an evening of gaming.
Due to ever-changing regulations, make sure you check the website before traveling for an event. Also, inclusion of an event on the list is not an endorsement for the authenticity or quality of event. Events on military installations require base access.
