Get ready to let your inner nerd roam wild and free!
Tap into your inner fanboy/fangirl with anime, cosplay, comic books, art and more at this year’s Tampa Bay Comic Con, heading to the Tampa Bay Convention Center from July 31 – August 2.
Since 2000, Tampa Bay Comic Con has provided your favorite comic books (new and old), artwork/commissions, anime, cosplay and other favorites, including events such as The Game Cave, 8,000 square feet of board games, card gaming, tabletop gaming, RPG’s and more; celebrity signings and photo ops, and an Exhibitor Hall with special guest artists, graphic novels, artwork, games, magazines and more.
There is no shortage of ways to have any amazing time. Tampa Comic Con is a family-friendly event, so bring the whole family for a day of fun!
Celebrity Guests
At this year’s event, spot Carrie Fisher from Star Wars, Jena Malone from The Hunger Games, Linda Hamilton from The Terminator and many more from other hit shows including, Game of Thrones, Spongebob Squarepants, Doctor Who, Constantine, etc. Want to know if your favorite celebrity will be there? Take a look at the full lineup.
Convention Hours
Friday: Noon – Midnight
Saturday: 8 am – Midnight
Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Exhibitor Hall closes at 6 pm
Purchasing Tickets
Three-Day Registration – $60
Friday-Only Registration – $30
Saturday-Only Registration – $35
Sunday-Only Registration – $30
Kids 12 and under are FREE and do NOT require any sort of registration.
Dress the Part
Time to take out those amazing costumes you’ve been harboring in your closet. Get creative and come dressed head to toe as your favorite character. You’ll want to make sure you look good while your posing next to your favorite characters!
Tampa Bay Comic Con After-Party
Once you’ve had the opportunity to experience all the excitement at the main event, head over to The Orpheum starting at 10 pm for the after-party on August 1st.
There will be a $10 cover for Tampa Bay Comic Con attendees that bring their wristband/badge. Ages 18 and up are welcome.
What’s your favorite part about Tampa Bay Comic Con? Do you have an awesome costume you plan on debuting this year? Let us know in the comments below or tweet us a picture of your costume at Dive In Tampa Bay.
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