Comic Gong

Wollongong’s comic and pop-culture festival.

Brought to you by Wollongong City Libraries, Comic Gong is a celebration of comics, gaming, pop culture and cosplay – and the people who create and love them.

Attracting over 10,000 fans and stans of all ages, Comic Gong is a fun, immersive and inclusive experience unlike any other. Don't miss your chance to be part of the celebration!

Have any questions for us? Please email the Comic Gong team.


Comic Gong 2024

The full-day Comic Gong extravaganza returns on Saturday 11 May, 2024.

We'll be welcoming back your favourites including the trade and artist exhibition, live entertainment, cosplay competitions and parades, family activities, plus loads more.

It will be held at locations including Wollongong Library, Art Gallery, Town Hall, Arts Precinct and lower Crown St Mall.

Comic Gong 2024 is proudly brought to you by Wollongong City Libraries.

Generously supported by:

Comic Gong Sponsors 2024

Stay tuned for more details and full program announcement.


Comic Gong OC Art Comp

Are you 12 - 24 years old? Do you have an original character you have designed? Enter them in our brand new art competition!  Further details on the Comic Gong OC Art Comp page.

Entries open: Monday 11th March - Friday 19th April 2024.


Event Lineup
Monday 22 April 2024
10:15 am - 08:00 pm
Solve puzzles and discover mysteries with a Marvel Themed Escape Room! Teams can book in for specific time slots over three days. Costumes are not required but are highly recommended!
Tuesday 23 April 2024
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Design your own comic book character with professional artist Matt Lin! Learn the basics of manga/comic book style art in a fun and free workshop. This activity is only for kids aged 8+. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a parent who stays in the room during the activity.
Tuesday 23 April 2024
02:00 pm - 03:00 pm
Design your own comic book character with professional artist Matt Lin! Learn the basics of manga/comic book style art in a fun and free workshop. This activity is only for kids aged 8+. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a parent who stays in the room during the activity.
Friday 26 April 2024
05:30 pm - 07:00 pm
Calling all Whovians! Join us for a family friendly evening of trivia about all things Doctor Who related. There are cool prizes to win, and tasty pizza to be eaten. Don’t miss out!
Friday 3 May 2024
04:00 pm - 08:00 pm
The Youth Centre is throwing a Comic Gong pre-party! Dress in cosplay and compete in the cosplay competition, listen to live music, play games and hang out with old and new friends. Ages 12-24 welcome.
Saturday 4 May 2024
06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Calling all rebels, jedi and sith masters! Join us on Saturday the 4th of May for a Star Wars Trivia. Test your knowledge and show off your cosplay in teams of up to 6 people. Prizes to be won, and snacks and drinks to be enjoyed! Suitable for adults aged 18+.
Saturday 11 May 2024
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
Comic Gong returns on Saturday 11 May for a fun and immersive full-day celebration of comics, cosplay, gaming and pop culture.

Volunteer at Comic Gong

Expressions of Interest (EOI) to volunteer at Comic Gong 2024 are now closed.


News and More

The Backstory

Comic Gong started back in 2013 at Corrimal District Library and Community Centre. In 2014 it moved to Wollongong's city centre, and has kept growing like Giganta ever since!

Over the years we’ve hosted a heap of Comic Gong events, from hands-on cosplay workshops, visiting artist talks and a Cosplay Ball, to our major Comic Gong Festivals attracting over 10,000 visitors to the Wollongong Arts Precinct.

Highlights from Comic Gongs Past and Present