Fans of comic books, movies and TV shows will be preparing to descend on Newcastle in a few months when Comic Con North East opens its doors. The weekend event is one of the best ways fans can meet their favourite stars and characters from across comic books, films and TV shows.
Organisers Monopoly Events are also the brains behind other comic con events in Manchester, Lisburn, Edinburgh, Manchester and Newport. They promise to make the North East event one to mark in the calendar each year, creating a flagship convention that is a must-attend event for fans.
The event will be running from 9am to 6pm each day, allowing punters to celebrate the best comic books and comic book culture the country has to offer. So, if you fancy checking out the event this summer, here’s everything you need to know.
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When is Comic Con North East?
This is the first time Monopoly Events are bringing Comic Con to the North East and they’ll be taking over the Utilita Arena on May 27 and May 28, 2023.
How much are tickets for Comic Con North East?
Weekend tickets, which include admission to the venue on both days, cost £50.95 each. If you only wish to attend for one day, tickets will set you back £28.50 each.
Which guests are appearing at Comic Con North East?
So far there’s only one guest announced for the convention and fans of the cult classic Buffy the Vampire Slayer should get excited. James Marsters, who played the vampire Spike, will be at the event all weekend and it’s already possible to book your photos and autographs with the star.
Many more guests are expected to be announced as the event gets closer and fans are advised to keep their eyes on the Comic-Con website and Facebook page for updates.
What else will be at North East Comic Con?
As well as providing the opportunity to attend meet and greets with some of your favourite stars, Comic Cons are a fabulous place to meet other fans too. North East Comic Con will be having a cosplay competition, there’ll be trade stalls and displays showing off props and sets from top, well-loved franchises.
Guests can also attend talks, photo shoots and Q&As, too. While exact details have yet to be finalised, a schedule will be sent to every ticketholder before the event and official programmes will be available, too.
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