
We are excited to work with FanCon, who are passionate about the community and have the same vision for the growth of a Cape Town pop culture festival.” Remarked Rene Staack, Comic Con Africa General Manager, “Following all the chaos caused by the pandemic over the past few years, we cannot wait to treat the Western Cape with the mother of all events that celebrate geek and pop culture.

The fan-favorite Cosplay Regional Championship competition, among other cosplay activities.The latest in gaming gear and accessories and.An exciting panel program of talks and presentations, gaming activations and tournaments.The best of the best in the Artist Alley as curated by FanCon.An exhibition floor featuring the latest and greatest in pop culture merch, comics and collectables.It is a multiday event that draws fan boys and fan girls from around the country and features international and local guests, an artist’s alley, panel talks, cosplay, exhibitors, workshops, tabletop gaming, geek merch, signing sessions, and more.Īttendees can look forward to a mind-blowing weekend filled with fun and excitement that will cater to enthusiasts, newcomers and families alike. This yearly comic con was the first of its kind in South Africa. FanCon will be focusing especially on managing the already hugely popular artist alley at the show, and we will continue our role of bringing top-class international and local comic creators to our shores.”įanCon is an annual convention and slice of geek heaven held in the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) that celebrates the comic and pop culture industry. Partnering with Comic Con Cape Town enables us to create a bigger and even more awesome event that will reinvigorate the pop culture community in the province. Noted Nizar Abrahams, Event Organizer at FanCon, “ FanCon has grown from strength to strength since its launch in 2016. Together, they plan to create a combined event in 2023 that will be a celebration unlike anything Cape Town has ever seen. ‘’ further stated that and to make things more exciting, Comic Con Cape Town and FanCon, Cape Town’s longstanding pop-culture convention, will be joining forces to reignite the events industry by hosting a sustainable event that meets fan expectations. The 55,000-capacity DHL Stadium is an association football and rugby union stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, that was built for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.

Commonly, comic conventions are multiday events hosted at convention centers, hotels or college campuses.

Unmasked or improperly masked individuals on the showfloor are subject to removal of the event without a refund.Ĭircumstances and protocols may change and the public will be updated on the Cincinnati Comic Expo Facebook page.A comic book convention or Comic Con is an event with a primary focus on comic books and comic book culture, in which comic book fans gather to meet creators, experts and each other. Kids ages 8-12 get in for $6 each day.Īt this time, masks will be required for every attendee, guest, vendor, volunteer, and patron that is over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination statues. Anyone age 13 and up can attend all three days for $55.

Individual single session tickets are available at Cincinnati Comic Expo – Largest Comic and Pop Culture Expo.Ĭost is $20 for Friday, $35 for Saturday, and $25 for Sunday. Admission to the Cincinnati Comic Expo also includes the costume contest and many other exciting events. There will be panels, autograph sessions, and photo ops to give you a chance to interact with your favorite creators and celebrities. The 11th annual Cincinnati Comic Expo takes place September 17-19 at the Duke Energy Center.Īttendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite character and meet stars from Arrow, GI Joe, Star Wars, The Mandalorian, Doctor Who, Pokemon, Power Rangers, Dragonball Z, and more. (CINCINNATI) – Cincinnati’s largest comic and pop culture expo is returning this September. Interact with your favorite creators and celebrities.
