Take to three days of pop culture fandom with celebrity meet-and-greets, a vast marketplace, cosplay contests, panel discussions and more at Comicpalooza at George R. Brown Convention Center from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26, 2024.
One of Houston’s most popular annual events, Comicpalooza, is back in Downtown for Memorial Day weekend.
The three-day throwdown gathers faithful fans to connect with their favorite creators and stars; shop a vast exhibition floor packed with local artists, authors and makers; hear insider stories and ask questions at celebrity panel discussions; and immerse themselves within a weekend of cosplay, anime, comics and much more.
Diving into a diverse array of subcultures, the signature convention offers a unique opportunity to explore the many facets of fandom while tapping into your inner nerd.
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2024 Comicpalooza Celebrity Lineup
Snag an autograph, snap a photo and get to know some of the big names on this year’s Comicpalooza celebrity slate, which includes:
- WWE superstar and actor John Cena
- Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd and James Tolkan of Back to the Future fame
- Jon Heder and Efren Ramirez of Napolean Dynamite
- Creed Bratton, Oscar Nuñez and Andy Buckley of The Office
- Rose McGowan
- Rebecca Romijn
- Shannen Doherty
Plus, many other film and TV stars, authors, comic illustrators and the voices behind beloved anime series.
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A Weekend of Pop Culture Attractions
Step onto the sprawling show floor of Comicpalooza and explore a jam-packed marketplace featuring vendors from across the nation doling out handcrafted goods, hard-to-find collectibles, stunning artwork, comics, records and more.
Elsewhere on the show floor, fans can stroll tricked out rides at the Itasha Showdown car show, take in the thrill of fully armored knights clashing in Full Steel Combat, pose atop a life-sized Appa statue from Avatar: The Last Airbender, and show up for celebrity meet-and-greets and panels all weekend long.
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Cosplay, K-Pop & Late Night Fun
Throughout the three floors of the Convention Center, plenty more discoveries await at Comicpalooza:
- KLOVR Performances & Workshops – Take it step-by-step through K-Pop moves with the return of this workshop, open to all levels of dance experience.
- Annual Cosplay Contest – The catwalk is rolled out once again for creators to show off their best and greatest cosplay wear on Saturday. Kiddos will also get a shot at contests held on Saturday and Sunday.
- The Collection – Explore a minted collection of pop culture memorabilia, cosplay displays and bespoke fashion designs.
But that’s not all, as fans can take in special nightly events like the Friday Night Rave and a showcase from Texas All-Star Wrestling, plus gaming tournaments, and a dynamic program schedule that covers a plethora of pop culture topics—from protips for your cosplay and manga ventures to live podcasts and beyond.
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Comicpalooza 2024 at George R. Brown Convention Center
- Dates: Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26, 2024
- Times: Programming runs Friday 3pm to 2am; Saturday 10am to 2am; Sunday 10am to 5pm. See more details.
- Location: George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010
- Admission: Weekend passes start at $105; $6 for ages 6 to 12; free for ages 5 and under. Single-day passes range from $50 to $74. VIP passes—which grant special access to events, early access to exhibition floor, and quicker lines for autographs and photos—start at $280. Prices increase closer to the event and at the door; visit the Comicpalooza website for the latest ticketing information. Autographs and photos with celebrities are an additional cost. Order tickets or learn more about Comicpalooza 2024.
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