Artist Alley 2027

We celebrate original content: Meet the creators of manga, novels, illustrations, designs, animations, fashion, and accessories at lovingly decorated stalls and purchase special indie products directly from the artists – or exhibit yourself! With the curated Artist Market in the Variohalle, AnimagiC offers ambitious and professional creatives and independent labels their own platform for their works, products, and ideas.

Artist alleys, where hobby artists and professional creatives influenced by anime, manga, and Japanese culture present their work in person, have become an integral part of the fan scene. We want to support this creativity with the AnimagiC Artist Alley. Whether you’re an illustrator, manga artist, or author, or a designer of otaku, lolita, steampunk, science fiction, or fantasy accessories: at the AnimagiC Artist Alley in the Variohalle, you can display and sell your work throughout the entire convention weekend. Visitors can look forward to direct interaction with new talents and established scene figures and can pick up unique artworks.

AnimagiC aims to promote self-developed ideas and original works through the AnimagiC Artist Market – fan works, parodies, and similar creations that are not entirely independent (keyword: generative AI) are therefore not permitted. The exhibited works must also be suitable for an audience aged 12 and over or be presented appropriately censored for viewing.

Applications for the Artist Alley 2027 are now open until December 31, 2026 via the following form. The selection process will run in parallel until the end of February 2027. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us at any time via email with the subject line “Artist Alley” at info[at]animagic.de.

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AnimagiC Artist Alley 2027 Terms of Participation

1. General Participation Requirements
a) Participants must be at least 18 years old.
b) A valid AnimagiC 3-day ticket is mandatory for participation. This can be booked in combination with the Artist Alley table for €125.00 (incl. VAT) per ticket. Separately purchased 3-day tickets (e.g., also the Deluxe Con Package variant) can be indicated to the organizer with the application and then converted to an Artist Alley badge.
c) The space must be continuously occupied during the Variohalle's opening hours. The Artist Alley will take place from July 30 to August 1, 2027, as part of AnimagiC 2027 at Rosengarten Mannheim. The estimated Artist Alley opening hours are:
Friday, July 30, 2027: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday, July 31, 2027: 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday, August 1, 2027: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Booking a table for only individual days is not possible.
d) The general rules and safety regulations of AnimagiC apply, viewable at www.AnimagiC.de.
e) All artists, designers, creatives, and indie labels inspired by anime, manga, and Japanese culture can apply for one of the limited spots.
f) The number of spots is limited and will be allocated by AnimagiC through a selection process based on submitted applications (spot selection is generally not possible). AnimagiC reserves the right to reject applications without stating reasons. No legal recourse is permitted.

2. Costs
An AnimagiC Artist Alley spot includes:
a) 1x table (length: 120 cm, depth: 80 cm) plus 1x chair for €160.00 incl. VAT.
b) 2x tables (length: see above) plus 1x chair for €320.00 incl. VAT.
c) An additional chair can be booked for €20.00 incl. VAT (regardless of the number of tables, 1 chair is included in the booking).
Acceptances and rejections are expected by the end of February 2027 at the latest. Invoicing is expected in May 2027.
d) Wi-Fi access for an EC card/credit card device can be added for €15.00 incl. VAT. Access will be set up by the AnimagiC team on the provided device.
e) The booking only becomes binding upon receipt of payment.
f) The payment deadline is expected to be May 31, 2027.

3. Product Range
a) The exhibited and offered product range should be anime, manga, or J-Culture related, conceived, designed, drawn, or produced independently by the exhibitors themselves, and must not violate applicable (copyright) law.
b) Works that are not suitable for a young audience (12 years and older) must not be openly displayed or must be appropriately censored in the display.
c) AnimagiC places particular emphasis on promoting original ideas and works by artists and designers. Therefore, fan art, fan fiction, parodies, and similar creations that are not entirely original are not permitted.
d) Team collaborations represented on-site by only one member are allowed. Likewise, indie labels exhibiting at the Artist Alley may offer works by the artists they represent, provided this has been indicated to AnimagiC upon registration. Exhibitors guarantee compliance with the rules for these works.
e) Lucky bags, mystery bags, and similar promotions are not permitted within the Artist Alley.

4. Subletting, Transfer, Shared Tables, and Helpers
a) Subletting and transferring spots is prohibited.
b) The planned shared use of a table with another artist or crew member is only permitted with the organizer's approval and must be indicated in the application. The booking contact person must provide the necessary registration data for all co-participants.
c) Additional artists and crew also require a 3-day ticket.

5. Setup and Dismantling, Parking Permits
a) Setup takes place on Friday, July 30, 2027, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
b) Optionally, an additional setup window can be booked for Thursday, July 29, 2027, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
b) On Saturday, July 31, 2027, and Sunday, August 1, 2027, access to the Artist Alley for participants with an Artist Alley badge is possible from 9:00 AM before opening hours.
c) Dismantling takes place on Sunday, August 1, 2027, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
d) Details for setup and dismantling (badge collection point, route to the Variohalle for setup) will follow approximately four weeks before AnimagiC.
e) AnimagiC does not provide parking spaces or parking permits. Information on public parking and costs can be requested after confirmation.

6. Stand Design, Stand Number
a) Furniture must be treated with care; specifically, the following are prohibited:
• Attaching adhesive strips or similar adhesive materials
• Mounting frames or attaching similar fixtures that could damage the furniture.
b) The participant must cover the table with a flame-retardant tablecloth (B1 certificate) brought by them. A corresponding document must be carried and presented upon request.
c) Walls and pillars are not part of the space and may not be covered or hung with anything – even with removable materials. Likewise, floors may not be painted or covered.
d) Freestanding displays (e.g., roll-ups) and narrow shelves are permitted behind the tables, provided they do not obstruct other participants. Structures (including the table) must not exceed a total height of two meters. Aisles must be kept clear at all times.
e) Distributing promotional materials (e.g., flyers) at AnimagiC is prohibited.
f) The participant is responsible for disposing of their own waste. In case of hall contamination, the participant may be charged for disposal and cleaning costs.
g) The stand number will be communicated to the participant at least one week before AnimagiC. The stand number is binding.
h) In case of violation, the participant is liable for damages caused to furniture, hall walls, and floors. Repeated violations may result in exclusion from the current event and future events.

7. Application
a) To apply, please fill out the corresponding form on www.AnimagiC.de.
b) The application deadline is December 31, 2026. Late or incomplete applications cannot be processed. Corrections within the deadline are possible.
c) With visitor tickets purchased through regular ticketing, access is only possible during opening hours. If you have already purchased a visitor ticket, please enter the booking number in the comment field of the application at the end of the form. From June 1, 2027, additional Artist Alley badges and other booking changes can only be issued against an additional processing fee of €20.00 (incl. VAT) per badge and change.

8. Withdrawal
a) Before acceptance, withdrawal from the application must be notified to the organizer in writing (via email).
b) After acceptance, from June 1, 2027, the organizer will charge a cancellation fee equal to the cost of the booked tables (e.g., 1 table: €160.00, 2 tables: €320.00), regardless of whether the spot can be reallocated.

The stated deadlines are binding. By submitting the application, applicants confirm that they have read and agree to the guidelines. No legal recourse is permitted.
Questions can be directed at any time to info@animagic.de (Subject: AnimagiC Artist Alley).

We look forward to your application for the AnimagiC Artist Alley 2027!

If you have any questions, please contact the Artist Alley team – via email (Subject: "AnimagiC Artist Alley") at info@animagic.de.