Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-14 GMT
Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-14 GMT
Convention Finder*
*Sorry, U.S. & Canada only
Mar 6th-May 7th 2010 • Harrahs Casino, Metropolis, IL 62960
celebrity, collectibles, comics, fantasy, horror, media, science fiction,
Mark Goddard - from Lost in Space; Mike Nicolosi - Voice of the Clown from the Spawn animated series; Jason Craig - Artist of Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash; Jacob Rougemont - Marvel Handbook series; Gary Freidrich - Creator of Ghost Rider; Tojo Yamamato Jr - Wrestler; Bobby Nash - aurhor of Evil Ways; John Dugan - from Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • , Jersey City, NJ 07306
animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, halloween, harry potter, horror, lovecraft, media, monster, mystery, paranormal, pulp, renaissance, robot, science, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, twilight, zombie,
Join us for the biggest classic Horrorthon show to hit the bogs of NJ! That’s right, for all the Classic Horror fans of Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney, Christopher Lee, Vincent Price and Peter Cushing, just to name a few! Finally an expo to celebrate these Horror legends both past and present. Not to mention from the land of the living, hand-picked vendors from across the nation. Special guests featuring George Romero, The cast and crew from Dawn of the Dead, Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Savini, John Amplas and many more! Be sure to join us for the Saturday Nightmares ROMERO Groovie Movies, with panel discussion and Q&A with the films director and cast. So set your radars for the Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City, NJ. What better place to be surrounded by Horror movie memorabilia, Model Kits, Comics, TV related toys, autographs, magazines/books, collectibles, posters and vintage toys. The theatre itself is one of the last of it’s kind filled with marble columns, bronze railings, rich red tapestries, plush carpets and sweeping staircases leading to balcony areas where you can be sure to get autographs and pics taken with your favorite Guests of Horror! So keep your scanners peeled for the most exciting, horrific terrifying Horror convention heading straight for The Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City NJ!!
Mar 19th-21st 2010 • Country Hearth Inn, Chattanooga, TN 37421
art, comics, fantasy, horror, science fiction,
Special Guests: Allen Gilbreath, Author; Cheryel Hutton, Author; Kimberly Richardson, Author; Mark Helwig, Artist; Rob E. Brown, Comic/Design and Illustration Artist; Joe Dickerson, Editor
Mar 20th-21st 2010 • Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA 30332
animation, anime, art, board game, card game, comics, cosplay, fan, film, free, geek, karaoke, larp, manga, media, music, roleplaying game, science fiction, steampunk, video game, zombie,
Free admission anime, gaming, comic, costuming convention.
Mar 21st 2010 • Days Inn & Suites - Richfield, Richfield, OH 44286
Classic old fashioned Comic Con featuring Golden, Silver and Esoteric Comics and some other stuff!
Mar 21st 2010 • Meadowlands Crown Plaza Hotel, Secaucus, NJ 07094
NO COMIC BOOKS! No fan boys! No hustle and bustle of the big cons! This is a gathering of Comic Art collectors in a friendly venue to buy, sell, trade, network and talk about comic art . . . and only comic art!!!
Mar 21st 2010 • Crowne Plaza Hotel Charlotte?, Charlotte, NC 28204
THE BEST ONE DAY FAMILY FRIENDLY COMIC SHOW IN THE COUNTRY
Mar 21st 2010 • Radisson Hotel Dallas - East,11350 LBJ Freeway,Dallas,Texas, Dallas, TX 75238
collectibles, comics, manga, science fiction, star wars,
Dallas, Texas favorite one day show for collectors and dealers to buy, sell, or trade for vintage to modern comics and related items such as comic book action figures. Meet local small press comics artists, writers, and publishers.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA 02115
board game, collectibles, comics, computer, roleplaying game, video game,
In 2010, something will happen. I forget what... Oh, no! I remember now! We’re bringing PAX - the finest gaming con in existence - over to your neck of the woods. PAX East takes place in Boston, Massachusetts, a town already familiar with revolution. That’s a good thing, because we’re going to revolutionize your ass off. PAX East is a three-day game festival for tabletop, videogame, and PC gamers. We call it a festival because in addition to dedicated tournaments and freeplay areas we’ve got nerdcore concerts, panel discussions, and an exhibitor hall filled with booths displaying the latest from top game publishers and developers. Even with all this amazing content the best part of PAX East is hanging out with other people who know their shit when it comes to games.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Suffolk Community College, Brentwood, NY 11717
art, comics, cosplay, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, furry, larp, literary, manga, media, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, star trek, technology, video game, zombie,
I-CON is a 3 day convention of science fiction, fact and fantasy and related genres, attended by over 7,000 people each year. Guests from film and TV, Authors, artists and scientists, speak and meet with I-con members in a causal setting. Games,events, demostrations, performances, awards, films and shows are also showcased during the 3 day convention.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX 77010
celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, steampunk, video game,
Comicpalooza is Houston’s premier convention for comics, sci-fi and fantasy, horror, steam punk, New Media, movies, film, and gaming of all types.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Direct Energy Centre, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge to celebrate the best in pop culture. Toronto Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Mar 27th-28th 2010 • Overland Park International Trade Center, Leawood, KS 66211
Meet many guests in person, including media personalities, comic book creators (both writers and artists), creators and artists from other genre, models and more. We also feature a large vendor area with exhibitors from all over the United States offering many types of items for sale.
Mar 27th 2010 • Bowling Green University Campus, Bowling Green, OH 43403
animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, dance, fan fiction, fantasy, film, free, manga, media, miniatures, roleplaying game, video game,
Animarathon, an annual convention hosted by Anime in Northwest Ohio, the anime club of Bowling Green State University. Animarathon features multiple anime screening rooms, informational panels, video game competitions, dealers, artists, cosplay, and more! Admission is FREE and is open to the public.
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle, WA 98101
anime, art, comics, cosplay, fantasy, filk, film, manga, roleplaying game, technology, video game,
Presented by the Asia Northwest Cultural Education Association, Sakura-Con is the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest. Please join us as we celebrate our 13th amazing year. All the excellent programming you’ve come to expect will be back in abundance. Anime theaters, gaming, cosplay, cultural panels, dances, concerts, art contests, AMV’s, industry guests, over 100,000 square feet of exhibits hall, guests of honor and more!
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA 94103
anime, art, comics, cosplay, manga, media,
The comics and popular arts convention returns to Moscone Center South. Special guests who have already signed on for WonderCon include Frank Cho, Amanda Conner, Darwyn Cooke, Colleen Doran, David Finch, Adam Hughes, Geoff Johns, Robert Kirkman, Steve McNiven, Jimmy Palmiotti, Tim Powers, Gail Simone, Ethan Van Sciver, and Judd Winick, along with show favorites Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier, and pop culture legend Stan Freberg and his wife, Hunter. More guests will be added!
Apr 3rd 2010 • Salem Civic Center, Salem, VA 24153
collectibles, comics, miniatures, roleplaying game, star trek, star wars,
Comic books - Toys - Star Wars - Star Trek - Action Figures - Collectible Card Games - Magazines and more!
Apr 10th-11th 2010 • Westin Boston Waterfront, Boston, MA 02210
art, collectibles, comics, miniatures,
The Boston Comic Con is in its third year of producing comic book shows and is committed to bringing the biggest and best comic book show to New England. The Boston Comic Con hosts thousands of square feet of vendors selling comic books, toys, posters, and other pop culture memorabilia.
Apr 10th-11th 2010 • 69th Regiment Armory, New York, NY 10010
Since 2002 the MoCCA Festival offers a unique venue to experience comics, mini-comics, web comics, graphic novels, animation, posters, prints, original artwork, and more. Each year, the Festival invites dozens of established and emerging creators, scholars, and other experts to participate in two days of lecture/discussion panels on a variety of comics and cartoon topics.
Apr 11th 2010 • Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ 07030
anime, art, comics, cosplay, manga, roleplaying game,
The members of the Stevens Anime Club are proud to present the second annual Castle Point Anime Convention! Located in Hoboken, NJ, the Castle Point Anime Convention will be hosting a variety of exciting events such as anime showings, game tournaments, artist alley, and informative panels. Come and experience otaku and Japanese culture and have a fun-filled day!
Apr 11th 2010 • Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45435
comics, cosplay, roleplaying game,
Guests Include: Don Rosa, Terry Huddleston, Chad Lambert, Mike Maydak, Kevin Meinert. Sean Forney, Scott D.M. Simmons, Andy Bennett, Dara Naraghi
Apr 11th 2010 • Lansing Center, Lansing, MI 48933
The Midwest’s largest book show will feature over 75 dealers from around the country offering over a million old, rare, and collectible book & paper items for sale!
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • McCormick Place, Chicago, IL 60616
art, collectibles, comics, cosplay,
Chicago will never be the same again! Fans and exhibitors have been asking us, the creators of New York Comic Con (NYCC) to bring a massive pop culture and comic event to downtown Chicago. We are excited to announce the launch of Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, or C2E2.
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Radisson Hotel, Madison, WI 53719
animation, art, board game, card game, comics, fan, fantasy, geek, literary, music, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game, writing,
Odyssey Con is a general interest science fiction convention with great programming, consuite, gaming, art show, and more. Our Guests of Honor are Harry Turtledove, Tobias Buckell and Gaming Guest of Honor Monte Cook.
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • , Anaheim, CA 92802
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge in Southern California to celebrate the best in pop culture. Anaheim Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Apr 16th-18th 2010 • Marriott DTC, Denver, CO 80237
anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Starfest is an annual Denver convention encompassing all aspects of popular media, film and television. There are over a hundred activities on the multi-track programming schedule. Events include film studio presentations, onstage Q&A sessions with actors - producers & directors, autograph and photo sessions, costume and talent contests, film festivals, model and art shows, collectible merchandise, educational seminars, discussion panels, kids events, fan club presentations, and assorted Klingons, Jedi and other strange and unusual creatures.
Apr 17th 2010 • Ramada Inn, Bordentown, NJ 08505
art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, fan, feminist, geek, pulp, twilight,
Approximately 50 tables, a single afternoon of fun for the whole family -- back issues comics, rare golden and silver age, guest writers and artists, doorprizes for the kids and adults. Lots of small-press publishers and artists doing sketches, and some people running around in costumes, with frequent appearances of storm-troopers, courtesy of the New Jersey Order of the Star Wars Fan Force.
Apr 18th 2010 • Embassy Suites, Houston, TX 77079
collectibles, comics, manga, science fiction, star wars,
Houston, Texas favorite one day show for collectors and dealers to buy, sell, or trade for vintage to modern comics and related items such as comic book action figures. Meet local small press comics artists, writers, and publishers.
Apr 23rd-25th 2010 • Ramada Hotel, Moline, IL 61265
comics, miniatures, roleplaying game,
For this year’s theme for GamerCon 7 is Science Fiction: In space, no one can hear you scream!
Apr 23rd-25th 2010 • Westin Lombard Yorktown Center, Lombard, IL 60148
A great event! Windy City has easily become the prime pulp related event, with a tremendous dealer’s room bursting with great material, a terrific art show, movies and more. Not to be missed by the serious collector.
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • , Columbus, OH 43229
Small Press and Alternative Comics Expo: The Mid-West’s Largest Exhibition of Small Press, Alternative, and Creator-Owned Comics
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY 14623
anime, comics, cosplay, manga,
Tora-con will be fully featured, with a dealer’s room, artist alley, panels, workshops, cosplay, an AMV contest, and more! For a fraction of the cost of larger conventions, you can enjoy everything that anime has to offer!
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico, San Juan, PR 00907
Con invitados especiales como: Josué Acevedo Artista de Manga de Tokyopop, Michael Golden co-creador de Bucky O’Hare y Rogue de X-Men y Spike Spencer actor de voz en anime como: Fire Emblem, Battle Emblem, y Evangelion entre otros. § With Special guests: Josué Acevedo (Kamui) Tokyopop manga artist, Michael Golden co-creator of Bucky O’Hare and X-Men’s Rogue and Spike Spencer voice actor for anime such as: Fire Emblem, Battle Emblem, and Evangelion among others.
Apr 24th-25th 2010 • Stampede Park, Calgary, AB T2R 0G8
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo was born in 2006 after carefully evaluating the potential of a show dedicated to not only comics, but to the cross-media attention that exists in the entertainment industry. As has been the result, our expo has become the single largest event of its kind across all of Western Canada. We feature all elements of pop culture including sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, animation, and the horror genres.
Apr 26th 2010 • Holiday Inn and Suites, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
collectibles, comics, fan fiction, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction, star wars,
At the Daytona Beach Comic and Toy Show you will find table after table of rare and highly sought after comics and related collectibles. Friendly dealers will be there to assist, inform, and appraise your collectables.
Apr 29th-May 2nd 2010 • Valley Forge Convention Center, King of Prussia, PA 19406
animation, anime, art, collectibles, comics, computer, cosplay, craft, dance, fantasy, goth, halloween, harry potter, horror, larp, lovecraft, manga, paranormal, pirate, renaissance, roleplaying game, science fiction, victoriana, zombie,
If you like to visit conventions or have never been to one before we welcome everyone who is into Goth, horror movies, classic movies, animatronics, robots, makeup, prop building, airbrushing, or just plain anything to do with Halloween to attend. Our seminars are top notch, and you will find vendors that have products and services that will amaze you.
Apr 30th-May 2nd 2010 • Crowne Plaza, Romulus, MI 48174
anime, comics, fan, fantasy, film, geek, literary, media, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, technology, video game,
More than 1,000 geeks who gather annually in southeast Michigan to celebrate science fiction and fantasy, free and open source software, and other geek interests. A party in a hotel all weekend bursting with creativity and intelligence--and free beer! Packed with scheduled content crossing disciplines, full of celebrities and experts, opening the source of everything by teaching you HOWTO. Encouraging you, the attendees, to teach us what you know. A half-dozen conventions combined. Concerts, anime, costuming, games, LAN party, comics, podcasts, and one of the most renowned hopitality suites in America. Mix and match a weekend that’s just for you!
May 1st-2nd 2010 • Osage Community Center, Marble Hill, MO 63764
comics, costume, geek, star trek, star wars, video game,
Cape Comic Con is partnering with FCBD (Free Comic Book Day) and will be giving away free comics Saturday, May 1 while supplies last.
May 2nd 2010 • Minnreg Convention Hall, Largo, FL 33773
85 Tables of Comics, Videos, Toys, Action Figures, Anime, Star Wars, Artwork, Trading Cards & Fun!
May 2nd 2010 • Mayfield Inn, Edmonton, AB T5P 4K8
collectibles, comics, media, miniatures, science fiction,
The Pop Culture Fair is a bi-annual event held in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada where collectors, business owners and enthusiasts assemble together for one day to show and share their collections, and further their obsessions. It is the largest event of its kind in Edmonton! In addition to collectibles, past fairs have included comic book industry professionals dropping by to sign autographs.
May 12th-15th 2010 • LSU, Baton Rouge, LA 70803
animation, anime, comics, film,
The festival has its roots firmly planted in the creative side of the animation business and acts to provide animators, directors, students, artists, designers, writers and educators with a forum in which they can share their knowledge and skills and promote the art of animation.
May 14th-16th 2010 • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Des Plaines, IL 60018
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, dance, filk, karaoke, manga, media, science fiction,
Anime Central (ACen) is the Midwest Anime, Manga, and Asian Culture Convention. ACen is sponsored by the Midwest Animation Promotion Society (MAPS), and over more than a decade has grown into one of the largest fan-run conventions of its type in the country, ACen is known for providing a fun, exciting environment for fans of all ages. As part of its mission, ACen brings fans together with guests from the Japanese and US sectors of the anime and manga industry, as well as gaming, cinema, and Asian culture personalities. The event includes a huge exhibit hall, a massive video game room, concerts, dances, educational panels and workshops, premiere screenings, autograph sessions, 24-hour video rooms, tabletop gaming and much, much more! Attendees can attend a dance with 5,000 of their favorite friends and cheer while amazing DJs spin, enjoy an incredible concert, or visit the largest artist’s alley found in any US anime convention.
May 14th-16th 2010 • Ashbury Hotel, Mobile, AL 36608
anime, art, comics, fantasy, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction,
MOBICON is an annual fan convention held in Mobile, Alabama. Founded in 1998, its membership has steadily grown since its inception. Mobicon is a Multigenre convention with a broad focus on many aspects of fandom. Including science fiction, fantasy, gaming, movies, anime, horror, art, and comics to name a few. Guests include: Vic Mignogna, J.F. Lewis, Sarah Clemens, Davey Beauchamp, Karen Chance, Glenda Finklestein, Debbora Wiles, Patrick Burns.
May 14th-16th 2010 • Rock Financial Showplace, Novi, MI 48374
One of the largest Comic Book and Pop Culture Conventions held in the United States
May 15th 2010 • Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC 28802
On May 15, 2010, the Asheville Art Museum will be bustling with activity as we promote a new kind of visual art, one in which the fans are ravenous and the art is graphic. The Asheville Art Museum and Pop Culture collide during Fanaticon, a celebration of comic book culture and fans!
May 15th-16th 2010 • Crowne Plaza Hotel, Louisville, KY 40209
collectibles, comics, craft, horror, media, miniatures, monster, science fiction,
A Weekend of fun for movie and hobby fans! WonderFest features movie special effects guests, the largest model contest in the U.S. for sci-fi, horror & comics-related subjects, model and toy dealers galore, and seminars to entertain and improve hobbyists of all ages.
May 15th 2010 • Crown Plaza Hotel, Philadelphia, PA 19103
animation, art, black, comics,
The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention or ECBACC is a groundbreaking comic book convention that features some of the nation’s most accomplished comic book writers, artists, and cartoonists. ECBACC explores comic books, animation, cartoons and other forms of creative expression. We honor comic book excellence by presenting the Pioneer Awards to those artists and writers who have paved the way for today’s comic book artists and writers.
May 15th-16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - Grandstand, Saint Paul, MN 55108
anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, fan, fan fiction, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, writing, zine,
For the 22nd consecutive year, a celebration of a singular and unique art form will take place here in the Twin Cities. The Midwest Comic Book Association is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization devoted to the recognition, appreciation, and preservation of the art of the comic book. Our annual two-day SpringCon Comic Book Convention is an event for people throughout the Upper Midwest. Fans young and old have the opportunity to meet and visit with creators, writers, and artists of independent, alternative, nationally- and internationally-known comics such as Superman, Batman, Justice League, and many others. Special events will include a show of collectibles and comic art with examples from some of the masters of the craft, as well as educational Q&A panels with professional artists and retailers. The annual charity auction will feature comic art donated by guest artists, with proceeds going to local and national charities. Live bands will perform daily. Grab bags will be given out to the first several hundred attendees, and door prizes will be awarded all weekend long. Comic dealers from across the Upper Midwest will have collectibles available ranging from investment-grade comics to that first issue of Spider-Man you read as a kid. Comics are more than just words and pictures. Join us and see the people and the art that lay just beyond the capes.
May 22nd 2010 • Spokane Falls Community College, Spokane, WA 99224
art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, roleplaying game,
The Spokane Comicon features all of your favorite things such as Special Guests, comics, collectibles, artists, costume contest, panels, raffle prizes, gaming, freebies and more!
May 27th-30th 2010 • Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ 85004
anime, collectibles, comics, cosplay, manga,
Phoenix Comicon Promises Comics, Cosplay, & Anime
May 28th-30th 2010 • Florida Hotel and Conference Center, Orlando, FL 32809
anime, art, comics, cosplay, music, science fiction,
Florida’s Largest Tattoo and Comic Book Convention, brought to you by Battle Mag Magazine and Brooklyn Brother’s Production. We are celebrating the Marvel Comics assembling the Avengers movies. This show is for our 25,000 Florida and Georgia readers and fans.
May 28th-30th 2010 • Holiday Inn Select, Atlanta, GA 30342
comics, doctor who, horror, literary, media, science fiction, star trek, stargate,
TimeGate is an annual science fiction / fantasy covention that focuses on Doctor Who and Stargate, though all interests are represented. So if you’re into Stargate SG-1, Doctor Who, Stargate Atlantis, Torchwood or the Sarah Jane Chronicles--or you’re excited about the upcoming show Stargate Universe--this is the con for you! But if not, we’ll also have Star Trek, Battlestar, Heroes, literary, horror and comics programming too, along with many other topics.
May 28th-30th 2010 • Radisson Downtown Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
academic, animation, anime, art, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, film, geek, historical, horror, larp, literary, lovecraft, manga, media, miniatures, monster, music, paranormal, pirate, pulp, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, space western, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, technology, ufo, vampire, war game, writing,
Annual general science fiction and fantasy convention held in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is the longest-running convention in Utah and in the inter-mountain west. Events and activities include panels, presentations, workshops, masquerade, a large art show, gaming, a media room and anime room, and general fun for everyone. We are a family-friendly convention.
May 28th-30th 2010 • Pigeon Forge Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
celebrity, collectibles, comics, costume, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, science, science fiction, space, star wars, video game,
Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Collectors Show! Live from the Grand Resort Hotel & Connvention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Biltmore Hotel Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fantasy, film, literary, miniatures, roleplaying game, science fiction,
SoonerCon is a fan-run multi-genre convention held annually in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. While originally created as a traditional sci-fi/fantasy convention, SoonerCon now crosses over to many different aspects of fandom including gaming, comics, literature, anime, miniature modeling, costuming, art, and film.
Jun 4th-6th 2010 • Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC 28202
HEROES CONVENTION was founded in 1982 by Shelton Drum, owner of Charlotte’s Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find comics shop. Since then the convention has become famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, where fans can mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors. Boasting an incredible guest list built mainly on reputation and goodwill, HeroesCon is known nationwide as a must on the summer schedule, drawing fans, exhibitors, and creators from every region of the country to the Charlotte Convention Center.
Jun 10th-13th 2010 • Downtown Metropolis, Metropolis, IL 62960
During the past 30 celebrations the crowds have grown to over 30,000 flocking to the only town in America that is officially known as the Home of Superman. Celebrate Superman with this fun and festive celebration!
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Crowne Plaza Atlanta-Marietta, Marietta, GA 30067
anime, comics, fantasy, horror, science fiction,
The official start of summer sci-fi s.e. fandom
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA 19107
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge in Southern California to celebrate the best in pop culture. Anaheim Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles, LA 70601
anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, harry potter, literary, media, miniatures, music, science, science fiction, space, star trek, technology, twilight, video game, writing,
Louisiana’s premiere Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • , Minneapolis, MN 55416
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, cosplay, costume, dance, fan, film, furry, geek, larp, manga, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
The Minneapolis Anime Convention is a Anime, Manga, and Gaming convention with an emphasis on asian culture, and entertainment.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • ECHO Hotel, Edinburg, TX 78539
anime, comics, cosplay, music, video game,
Omnicon was created to be the first of its kind in our area. Dedicated to those who enjoy music, anime, comics, and video games. This convention is set to be a three day event starting in the end of June. It open to the public and will many events and attractions to enjoy. There will be games, tournaments and live music. After hours entertainment will also be organized for those who have booked room at the Venue. please join us and help make this annual event great!
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • San Antonio Event Center, San Antonio, TX 78227
art, celebrity, comics, cosplay, fan, fantasy, film, media, science fiction,
Texas Comicon is a comic book convention in San Antonio. Comic books, celebrity, comic artists, dealers, artist alley, films, games & more.
Jun 18th-20th 2010 • Doubletree Miami Mart, Miami, FL 33126
animation, anime, celebrity, comics, cosplay, fantasy, media, video game,
Florida Supercon is a 3 day festival dedicated to Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Video Games, Fantasy and Sci-Fi featuring celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&As, films & shorts, costume & cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming and more!
Jun 24th-27th 2010 • , Pittsburgh, PA 15222
animation, art, comics, dance, furry,
Anthrocon began as Albany Anthrocon in 1997, and since then has grown into the largest anthropomorphics conventions in the world with a membership in 2009 of over three thousand. All of the finer aspects of anthropomorphic, or more commonly,
Jun 24th-27th 2010 • Dolphin Hotel, Orlando, FL 32830
anime, comics, fantasy, film, manga, science fiction,
BotCon is the Official Transformers Convention sponsored by the Transformers Collectors’ Club and Hasbro! Featuring special guests, dealer room, panels, show exclusives and more, much more!
Jun 25th-27th 2010 • , Wheeling, IL 60090
celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, film, geek, goth, harry potter, horror, media, paranormal, renaissance, robot, roleplaying game, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, twilight, zombie,
CYPHAN is the Midwest’s very own Sci-Fi / Fantasy convention for costumers, gamers and any other Frakker that likes the genre and wants to have a good time! Celebrity guests, seminars, a Jail ’N Bail, Droid Hunt, Imperial Ball and Costume cointest are all a part of the fun!
Jun 27th 2010 • Chapparells Community Center, Akron, OH 44319
comics, fan fiction, fantasy, monster, science fiction, star trek, star wars,
HUGE One Day Comic Book Convention featuring Guest artists and publishers and great back issues.
Jul 10th-12th 2010 • Embassy Suites Omaha-La Vista, La Vista, NE 68128
anime, celebrity, comics, fantasy, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction,
Contagion: Outbreak is the convention the Midwest has been missing. Covering many genres and media types, Contagion: Outbreak will be the must not miss convention of 2011. Join them for Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Anime, Gaming, Celebrities, Panels and Workshops, Contests, Comics, and so much more!
Jul 10th-11th 2010 • Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL 32202
anime, collectibles, comics, fantasy, roleplaying game, science fiction,
A Northeast Florida convention for fans of Science Fiction, Fantasy. Anime, Comics, Collectibles, & Gaming.
Jul 22nd-25th 2010 • San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA 92101
anime, art, comics, cosplay, film, manga, media,
Along with panels, seminars, and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies, and such evening events as awards ceremonies and the Masquerade; a costume contest, and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival, which showcases shorts and feature length movies that do not have distribution or distribution deals.
Jul 30th-Aug 1st 2010 • Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD 21201
anime, art, collectibles, comics, cosplay, filk, karaoke, manga, media,
Otakon is the convention of the otaku generation: by fans, for fans; and we’re back for our 16th year! Join thousands of your fellow fans as we descend on Baltimore to celebrate all anime, manga, and all facets of Asian pop culture! Ever since 1999, we’ve taken over a sizable chunk of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for a 3-day festival celebrating the pop culture that’s brought us everything from Astroboy to Yu-Gi-Oh, from the Seven Samurai to Spirited Away. We can’t wait to see you there!
Jul 30th-Aug 1st 2010 • Ramada Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Columbus, OH 43229
art, collectibles, comics, fantasy, horror, literary, lovecraft, mystery, pulp, science fiction, westerns, writing,
PulpFest 2010 continues the proud tradition of a summer pulp con, now in its 39th year. A new and improved version of the venerable convention for fans and collectors of vintage popular fiction and related material returns to Columbus, Ohio in 2010. Following the resounding success of the inaugural PulpFest, the 2010 show will be bigger and better. Sellers of pulp magazines, digests, vintage paperbacks, and other paper collectibles will find a larger dealers’ room while those members partaking of the evening presentations will be able to enjoy an expanded programming area.
Aug 1st 2010 • Fort Rapids Indoor WaterPark & Conference Center, Columbus, OH 43232
collectibles, comics, fan fiction, science fiction, star trek, star wars,
HUGE One Day Comic Book Convention featuring Guest artists and publishers and great back issues.
Aug 5th 2010 • Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN 46225
board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, miniatures, roleplaying game, video game, war game,
Gen Con Indy is the original, longest running, best attended, gaming convention in the world. For over 40 years, Gen Con Indy has been setting the trend and breaking records. Last year, more than 28,000 unique attendees experienced Gen Con Indy. The biggest complaint we hear is that there is simply too much to do, see, and experience. Get lost in a phantasm of art exhibits. Stare at jaw-dropping costumes, or better yet, wear one of your own. Meet the movers and the shakers in the gaming industry. Check out the newest games and get a sneak peek at the latest editions.
Aug 6th-8th 2010 • Nampa Civic Center, Nampa, ID 83651
animation, board game, comics, cosplay, fan, fantasy, literary, science fiction, video game,
Featuring a host of amazing new events, such as our new variety talent show Fanspiration, and a new aspect of Fandemonium we like to call Fandom Featurettes; such as the all new Fandom in the Flesh. All this plus; new and returning honored Guests, Music Video, Short Story, Costume & Cosplay Contests, Video Gaming & Tabletop Gaming tournaments, and tons of prizes to be won from our huge prize vault.
Aug 13th-15th 2010 • University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
animation, anime, art, card game, comics, cosplay, dance, fan, geek, larp, manga, music,
Vancouver’s annual three-day event celebrating Japanese animation and Asian popular culture. The three-day convention is expected to draw close to 5,000 people and brings together art, animation (anime), comic books (manga), video games, film and music in a celebration of Asian popular culture and multimedia. Convention attendees can attend Q&A’s and workshops with voice actors, directors, artists, animators, comic books publishers and game developers. Video screenings, video game rooms, a cultural festival and live performances by DJs, bands and improv actors are sure to keep guests thoroughly entertained.
Aug 19th-22nd 2010 • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Des Plaines, IL 60018
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, manga, media, video game,
Join thousands of fellow fans as they all converge at Chicago Comic-Con to celebrate the best in pop culture. Wizard World has it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Sep 3rd-6th 2010 • Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30303
anime, art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fantasy, lan, larp, manga, media, music, science fiction, star trek, star wars, steampunk, video game,
Dragon*Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the US.
Sep 11th-12th 2010 • Ramada Orlando Celebration Resort, Kissimmee, FL 34747
art, collectibles, comics, fantasy, monster, science fiction,
CreatureCon is a comic book, collectable, sci-fi, and fantasy shows will delight fans of all ages while providing a great industry value for both vendors and attending guests.
Sep 12th 2010 • Meadowlands Crown Plaza Hotel, Secaucus, NJ 07094
NO COMIC BOOKS! No fan boys! No hustle and bustle of the big cons! This is a gathering of Comic Art collectors in a friendly venue to buy, sell, trade, network and talk about comic art . . . and only comic art!!!
Sep 17th-19th 2010 • , Pittsburgh, PA 15241
art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, costume, film, geek, ghosts, horror, literary, paranormal, twitter, writing, zombie,
Horror Realm is Pittsburgh’s modern horror convention produced by fans for fans in the zombie capital of the world.
Oct 1st-3rd 2010 • John. B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, Boston, MA 02115
art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge to celebrate the best in pop culture. New England Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Oct 7th-10th 2010 • Pier 94, New York, NY 10019
art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge to celebrate the best in pop culture. Big Apple Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • , New York, NY 10001
art, comics, cosplay, fantasy, media, science fiction,
New York Comic Con is the East Coast’s biggest and most exciting popular culture convention. Our show floor plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. Our panels and autograph sessions give fans a chance to interact with their favorite creators. Our screening rooms feature sneak peeks at films and television shows months before they hit either big or small screens. And with dedicated professional hours, New York Comic Con is a market place, bringing together the major players in the entertainment industry. New York Comic Con is the second largest pop culture convention in America and the only one that takes place in the comic book, publishing, media, and licensing capital of the world.
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Javits Center, New York, NY 10001
anime, art, comics, cosplay, media, video game,
The New York Anime Festival features exclusive and extensive anime screenings, guests from America and Japan, manga, cosplay, video games, live-action Japanese cinema, fashion, food, and the cultural treasures that gave birth to Japanese pop culture.
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Doubletree Westshore Tampa, Tampa, FL 33607
anime, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, karaoke, literary, manga, pulp, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game, weird, writing, zombie,
The Tampa Bay OddCon is a three day Grown-up, let-it-all-hang geekstravaganza dedicated to celebrating all things in glorious geekdom! Comics, Games of all kinds, Anime and other Animation, Fantasy and Sci-Fi and so much more! This is a mature atmosphere for the immature to enjoy panels, costume contests, guest speakers and other alternative activities will keep you coming back for more! Spend a weekend with YOUR kind, OUR kind
Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Davis Convention Center, Layton, UT 84041
anime, comics, cosplay, costume, fantasy, manga, media, roleplaying game, steampunk, video game, zombie,
Budding anime convention that’s been running for about five years. Family-friendly and LOTS of fun.
Oct 9th-Nov 9th 2010 • Julie Rogers Theatre Beaumont, tx, Beaumont, TX 77701
comics, computer, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, goth, halloween, horror, media, mystery, paranormal, science, science fiction, ufo, zine,
S.O.U.L.S. FEST will be the very first paranormal convention in Southeast Texas. S.O.U.L.S. Paranormal is excited to bring to you guest speakers from across the country and even internationally. These include Doug Carnahan & Shane Thornton from Norcal Paranormal and Norcal Ghost Talk Radio, Rob Henry of West Virginia Paranormal, Shannon Sylvia from Ghost Hunters International and Paranormal State, and also Barry Fitzgerald also of Ghost Hunters International. This Event will present a view from the most renown paranormal investigators , haunted survivors, authors and will keep you on the edge of your seat. From the most skeptic to the most seasoned ghost hunter... there will be something for everyone! So come to our awesome first annual event and meet and greet legendary Ghost Hunters, renown Paranormal Speakers, authors and much much more!
Oct 15th-17th 2010 • New Jersey Convention Center, Edison, NJ 08837
art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge to celebrate the best in pop culture. New Jersey Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Oct 16th-17th 2010 • The Concourse, San Francisco, CA 94103
APE, the Alternative Press Expo, treats Alternative and indy comics fans to an amazing show filled with some of the very best in comics and do-it-yourself art and publishing. Over 300 exhibitors, including publishers such as SLG, Fantagraphics, Drawn and Quarterly, IDW, Oni Press, and Top Shelf, plus a massive gathering of self-publishers and artists.
Oct 16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Saint Paul, MN 55108
animation, anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, geek, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate, writing, zine,
The One Day Wonder!
Oct 22nd-24th 2010 • Charleston Civic Center, Charleston, WV 25301
board game, card game, collectibles, comics, miniatures, roleplaying game, war game,
CharCon is THE West Virginia Gaming Convention.
Oct 22nd-23rd 2010 • Bluefield State College, Bluefield, WV 24701
anime, board game, card game, comics, costume, doctor who, fantasy, filk, film, furry, geek, ghosts, larp, media, pulp, robot, roleplaying game, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate,
Oct 29th-31st 2010 • Lord Nelson Hotel, Halifax, NS B3J 2L2
anime, board game, collectibles, comics, fantasy, geek, miniatures, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, video game,
HAL-CON is a not-for-profit association that will be holding a Science Fiction/ Fantasy/ Comic/ Gaming/ Anime/ Media convention. This will be an event that fans of Sci-Fi, fantasy, anime, gaming and Comics genres can come together and celebrate what they love about their passions. With celebrity guests, merchant tables, gaming of all sorts, workshops, entertainment and much, much, more. We hope to see you all there so we can make this a great event not just for the fans, but for Halifax and the Maritime provinces.
Oct 29th-31st 2010 • Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
academic, animation, art, board game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, computer, cosplay, costume, dance, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, goth, halloween, historical, horror, karaoke, literary, media, monster, music, pulp, roleplaying game, romance, science fiction, star trek, technology, twitter, video game, weird, westerns, writing, zombie,
ZomBcon mashes the obsession of an extreme fan culture, together with the leading edge of entertainment industry hysteria for fans of all ages to celebrate one of the world’s most electrifying movie icons, the Zombie.
Nov 6th-7th 2010 • Eastworks, Easthampton, MA 01027
Webcomics Weekend is back in 2010 for another year of webcomics-themed festivities. Set in Easthampton, Massachusetts, NEWW is the premiere webcomic event in the United States.
Nov 12th-14th 2010 • Austin Convention Center, Austin, TX 78701
art, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, horror, media, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game,
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they converge to celebrate the best in pop culture. Austin Comic-Con brings it all - Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Anime, Manga, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art, Collectibles & More!
Mar 26th-27th 2011 • Marriott Century Center, Atlanta, GA 30345
animation, anime, art, celebrity, comics, cosplay, goth, science fiction,
InvaderCON is a fan convention organized by Green Mustard Entertainment, Inc. (also known as Wasabi Anime). The event is designed to be a celebration of the 10th anniversary of enduringly popular cartoon Invader ZIM which ran on Nickelodeon from 2001-2003. It will feature guests who worked on Invader ZIM when it was produced and will also include events themed around the show and characters including Richard Horvitz (the voice of It will feature guests who worked on Invader ZIM when it was produced and will also include events themed around the show and characters including Richard Horvitz (the voice of ZIM) and Rikki Simons (the voice of GIR)
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