MEX 2025 in Berlin

MEX – Manga & Entertainment Expo Berlin 2025 is Germany's leading anime and manga convention and will take place from October 24 to 26, 2025, at the ExpoCenter City/Messe Berlin (Funkturm). The event brings together fans, cosplayers, and scene professionals for three days packed with workshops, stage programs, and community events.

Main themes of MEX 2025:

• Artist Alley & Manga Market – over 100 artists and independent dealers
• Cosplay & Show Acts – competitions and live performances on multiple stages
• Gaming & Games Room – console and PC games, tournaments, casual gaming
• K-Pop & J-Pop Fan Offers – merchandise, music and dance shows
• Workshops & Panels – tutorials on drawing, language, and cultural promotion

The fair attracts around 12,000 visitors annually and has approximately 200 exhibitors, including retailers, publishers, cosplay organizations, and fan projects. Highlights include autograph sessions and panel discussions, as well as the Japanese garden, the bubble tea stand, photo shoots, and a diverse stage program with three stages and extensive cosplay competitions.