Aniventure Comic Con 2026 will take place on July 11–12 at the Inter Expo Center in Sofia, Bulgaria. The annual event continues its history of hosting guests associated with Lucasfilm projects and the Star Wars franchise—previous attendees have included Anthony Daniels, Brian Muir, and Kevin J. Anderson. This year’s guest list includes actor John Rhys-Davies. Two international Star Wars costuming organizations will be present, represented by their regional outposts:
The 501st Legion (Romanian Outpost) The 501st Legion is a global volunteer organization focused on the creation and maintenance of screen-accurate costumes representing the villainous factions of the Star Wars universe. The Romanian Outpost, which has been a regular participant at the Sofia convention, conducts public appearances and charitable activities under the organization’s mission of community support.
The Rebel Legion (Carpathian Outpost) The Rebel Legion is a costuming group centered on hero characters, including Jedi, pilots, and soldiers from the Star Wars mythos. The Carpathian Outpost, founded in 2023, consists of seven active members who participate in public and charity events, frequently coordinating with the local 501st Legion outpost.
Attendees can visit the organized booth for several planned activities:
Photo Spot – Get in the spirit! Grab an authentic lightsaber, maybe even a helmet and a robe, stand in front of an awesome background and take a cool Star Wars themed photo, alone, with your friends or with our costumed characters!
Blast-A-Star-Wars-Character – The popular mock firing range game is back! In exchange for a donation for “Caps for the future”, a well-known Bulgarian charity, you get to shoot foam darts at Imperial characters. So, if you ever wanted to face Darth Vader, a Tusken Raider or Narkina Prisoners and hold them “at gun point” – this is your chance!
Lightsaber Academy – Parents, you’re welcome to bring your kids to our booth to learn basic lightsaber duel moves, under the supervision of our Jedi Knights. We’ll provide light soft foam sabers for the training sessions. Visit our booth to find out when the training sessions are scheduled.
