Manga day festival 2026

A 1-Day Celebration of Manga, Anime, and Sequential Art presented by The Comic Workshop in partnership with Olive & Pine

Sunday, November 1st, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Olive + Pine - 100 Pine St, Avondale Estates, GA
Free Admission and All Ages Welcome!

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Festival Overview

Welcome to Manga Day Festival 2026

Anime and manga are global cultural phenomena, and The Comic Workshop is bringing the celebration straight to the heart of historic, walkable Avondale Estates! Designed to celebrate International Manga Day, this inaugural 1-day festival brings together professional sequential artists, aspiring young creators, cosplayers, foodies, and local businesses for an unforgettable creative experience.

Whether you're a lifelong manga fan, an artist looking to hone your skills, or a parent searching for a fun weekend family activity, there is something for everyone.

🎒 300 Free Swag Bags: The first 300 pre-registered arrivals receive a custom reusable tote filled with manga freebies, art gear, and local discounts!
🎤 K-Pop Demon Sing-A-Long: 2 full hours of high-energy singing hosted by Mister John’s Music.
👗 Cosplay Runway Showcase: Walk the pink carpet, compete for prizes, and meet professional cosplayers.
🎨 Live Drawing & Masterclasses: Interactive drawing contests across 3 age brackets with professional art tools.
🐕 Shiba Inu Welcome Parade: Featuring Taro our official festival mascot!

program Schedule

Doors open at 10AM!
Watch the Shiba Inu Parade down College Rd from the Avondale Town Green to Olive + Pine. Claim your 300 free reusable swag bags at the main entrance, take a selfie with a shiba inu, and explore the vendor market.
Watch professional sequential artists draw live on the main stage screen feed via overhead document cameras.
20-minute timed drawing challenges using professional drawing boards and supplies.
Categories:
- Youth (10 & Under)
- Teen (11–17)
- Adult (18+)
Sing your heart out to your favorite anime intros and K-Pop hits with Mister John’s Music.
Show off your craftsmanship on the pink carpet runway in front of our guest judge panel.
Prizes awarded for drawing contest winners and cosplay runway champions!

Plan your day at Olive + Pine! All main stage programming is included with free admission.

The Avondale Manga Stamp Rally

Take the festival experience beyond the venue! Modeled after traditional Japanese pop-culture festivals, our Manga Quest Map leads attendees on a gamified scavenger hunt through Olive + Pine and surrounding Avondale Estates storefronts. Just follow Taro’s tracks to guide your journey!

How It Works:

Pick Up Your Pocket Map: Grab a physical Stamp Rally Card at check-in, you’ll find it in your gift bag.
Explore the Quest Stops: Visit participating local merchants to collect custom stamps, stickers, exclusive discounts, and freebies.
Claim Your Prize: Complete your stamp card and return to The Comic Workshop check-in area to collect your prize!

Featured vendors + activations

vendor application

Mobile Konbini Experience by Oni Station. It's not just food—it's a Japanese convenience store experience on wheels.

Pop-Up Comic Shop. Browse and purchase manga, comic books, instructional drawing books and more!

Mascot & Cosplay Photo Opp. Meet Taro, her shiba inu friends, and our professional cosplayers for a souvenir photo.

featured artists

Artist Alley application

Jason Kochis

Jason Kochis is an Atlanta-based manga creator, best known for his heartwarming manga series Koji & Maru, which follows a young boy and his enchanted toy panda bear on whimsical adventures. Jason blends emotional storytelling and dynamic artwork, that captivates readers with a unique blend of charm and imagination.