Chicago TARDIS
Westin Chicago Lombard
Lombard, IL
November 29 - December 1, 2024
Join us for the 25th year of the Midwest's largest by fans, for fans Doctor Who event!
Our guests include Annette Badland, Jan Chappell, Brian Croucher, Jason Haigh-Ellery, Frazer Hines, Sally Knyvette, Jo Martin, Sylvester McCoy, Paul McGann, Sonny McGann, Sadie Miller, and Wendy Padbury with more TBA.
Your weekend will include three (or more) tracks of programming, actor and behind-the-scenes people from the worlds of Doctor Who, Masquerade, Chronological Cavalcade, Camp Time Lord kids programming, the famous Britrock Karaoke Party, the Don't Blink Dance Party, lots of audience participation events, dealers room, fun and friendship.
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Pokemon Card Trade Day
Come by post-Surging Sparks release (11/08), and trade cards or play informal games with your friends!
Logan Arch
2066 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
1-4 pm
We'll also have freebies for anyone who joins us!
How to Celebrate Your Fandom Book Signing
2066 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
(Our store!)
Join us for a book signing event celebrating the release of the new book, 'HOW TO CELEBRATE YOUR FANDOM'! Meet the authors and get your book signed in person.
Authors Libby Shea, Nicholas Seidler, Robert Warnock, and Steven Warren Hill present a book for anyone who wants to learn how to grow as a fan! This book also contains interviews with fans from 5 to 101 years old, who tell their stories and share how they participate in their hobbies.
Fandoms build friendships and communities through many
engaging activities. With the help of this book, you can learn new ways to enjoy being a fan. The book is great for all ages but is mainly aimed at 8- to 15-year-olds who are often first becoming fans of all interest areas - from sci-fi and fantasy, to sports, to dance, to arts and crafts, and more!
Learn more about the book at zepopublishing.com.
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NYCC 2025
Javits Center, New York, NY
October 17-20, 2024
Booth 2777 w/The Colorful Geek
New York Comic Con (NYCC) is the biggest comic and pop culture event on the East Coast. From meeting celebrities, to surprise appearances, to comic creators from every corner of the globe, to the top anime, cosplay, and gaming stars … it’s always one hell of a 4-day weekend.
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Fan Expo Chicago
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
August 16-18, 2024
Booth 430 w/Alien Entertainment
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share their playground. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Chicago.
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Wicker Park Fest
Wicker Park, Chicago
July 26-28, 2024
Booth 113
As one of Chicago’s most anticipated summer festivals, and dubbed "Chicago's Best Street Festival of the Summer " by the Chicago Tribune, Wicker Park Fest is one of Chicago’s top-drawing festivals. Building on the area’s unique character, the weekend celebrates the neighborhood with eclectic music, great local food, arts and crafts, and retail vendors.
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Ravenswood on Tap
Malt Row in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago
July 20th and 21st
Enjoy beers from Malt Row breweries, KOVAL Distillery cocktails, special tappings, incredible live music, delicious street food, local artists and artisans, axe-throwing, and more!
Booth number TBA.
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Summer Sidewalk Sale
At our store!
2066 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
Our first ever Sidewalk Sale. Deals on merch from all your favorite fandoms!
Logan Square Arts Festival
At the Centennial Monument in the heart of Logan Square.
June 28-30, 2024
The Logan Square Arts Festival is a three-day celebration of the diversity and vitality of the neighborhood taking place on the first official weekend of the summer.
Booth number TBA.
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Queer Clothing Swap Collaboration
At our store!
2066 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
Sunday, June 16th from 3-7 pm
Pride month clothing swap brought to you by Out of the Closet Charity and Queer Closet Swap.
Donate clothing at our box in the store until June 13th.
This event is fully size and gender inclusive. Venue is ADA accessible.
Pokemon Card Trading Day
At our store!
2066 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
Saturday, May 25th from 1-4 pm.
Space will be first come, first served.
All ages are welcome, but anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
More info TBA!
Motor City Comic Con
May 17-19, 2024
Booth 1115 w/Alien Entertainment
Suburban Collection Showplace | Novi, MI
Motor City Comic Con is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community that embraces the diverse worlds of comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, and more. The event brings together a melting pot of fans and industry professionals who share a common passion for the rich tapestry of pop culture.
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Anime Central
May 17-19, 2024
Booth 624
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center | Rosemont, IL
Anime Central (ACen) is the largest anime, manga, and Japanese popular culture convention in Chicago and the Midwest. 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.
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Depaul Pop Culture con
May 4, 2024
DePaul University Loop Campus | Chicago, IL
The DePaul Pop Culture Conference is an annual fan/academic event at DePaul University hosting thoughtful discussions from fans, scholars, and media makers from around the world to engage in conversation about pop culture and cult media.
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Indiana Comic Con
March 22-24, 2024
Booth 521
Indiana Convention Center | Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis’ largest, true comic convention. Featured are exhibitors that cater to a wide-spectrum of interests including comic books, magazines, toys, games, Star Wars, Star Trek, anime, manga, cosplay, artwork, sketches and apparel. In addition, a roster of comic industry professionals, and comicdom-related celebrities are in attendance for attendees to meet and greet.
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Gallifrey One
February 16-18, 2024
Vendor Room w/Alien Entertainment
LAX Marriott | Los Angeles, CA
What can you expect from Gallifrey One? A fabulous weekend of fun… from guest speakers from all of the worlds of Doctor Who and its spinoffs, to amazing programming such as Q&As, interviews, live episode commentaries, discussion panels, workshops, and the annual Bob May Memorial Charity Auction. Amazing evening entertainment, including karaoke, late-night panels, main stage performances, social events and a disco. And much more: cosplay in overdrive, a fully-stocked Dealers Room, a classic convention Art Show, video programming, our Gaming Hub, theme parties, photos with guests, autographs, and our famous evening social scene.
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NWI Comic-Con
February 10, 2024
Booth A07
Lake County Fairgrounds | Crown Point, IN
The NWICC is a Family-Friendly, Affordable, Fun Comic Book Convention that offers affordable admission, Free Parking, VIP Guests, Artist Alley, Comic, Collectible and Pop-Culture Dealers, Two On-Stage Cosplay Contests, Cheap Food Concessions and more!
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Fan Expo New Orleans
January 5-7, 2024
Booth 227
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | New Orleans, LA
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO New Orleans.
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Madison Mighty Con
December 10, 2023
Monona Terrace | Madison, WI
Comic book fans, are you ready to get back to Madison for a winter holiday spectacular? The Madison Comic Con is back and even bigger than ever! They’re taking over the Monona Terrace Exhibit Hall there with more space, more vendors, more artists, more guests, more everything!
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