The Baltimore Comic-Con, held annually in Maryland, is a fan convention inspired by comic books. It draws marquee-name comic book creators, charitable organizations, and various publishers. The event boasts numerous booths offering genre-related merchandise, including comic book back-issues, limited edition collectibles, videos/DVDs, and more. For avid fans of the comics industry, attending the Baltimore Comic-Con is a dream come true.
Events & Activities
Guest autographs and photographs are available, providing fans with memorable interactions and souvenirs. In addition, attendees have the chance to hear from popular industry figures who share insights on current and upcoming industry developments. The eighth annual Ringo Awards will be a highlight of the convention, with top honors announced on Saturday, September 21, 2024, during The Baltimore Comic-Con. Cosplay enthusiasts can participate in various cosplay events, including the Adult Cosplay Contest, Adult Cosplay Showcase, Children’s Cosplay Contest, and Children’s Cosplay Showcase.
Celebrities
The Baltimore Comic-Con features many celebrity guests. This year's lineup includes Rodney Barnes, Jeremy Bastian, Marty Baumann, John Beatty, Rose Besch, Russ Braun, Brett Breeding, Tom Brevoort, June Brigman, Mark Buckingham, Jim Calafiore, Eddie Campbell, Richard Case, John Cassaday, Castillo Studios, Keith Champagne, Howard Chaykin, Cliff Chiang, Frank Cho, Michael Cho, Amy Chu, Matthew Wilson, Steve Conley, Amanda Conner, Katie Cook, Todd Dezago, Scott Dunbier, Ben Edlund, Chris Eliopoulos, Steve Epting, Trish Forstner, Franco, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Ron Garney, Mitch Gerads, Sanford Greene, Gene Ha, Scott Hanna, Tony Harris, and others.
Tickets, Location & Hours
The Baltimore Comic-Con offers tickets ranging from $30 to $175 per person, with one-day passes priced at $30-40, a three-day admission at $75, and a VIP package for $175. Children under ten enter for free. Held at The Baltimore Convention Center, the event opens from 1 pm to 7 pm on Friday, 10 am to 7 pm on Saturday, and until 5 pm on Sunday.
History of Baltimore Comic Con
Baltimore Comic Con has been held since 2010At first, the Baltimore Comic-Con was a one-day event, but over the years, it transformed into a three-day extravaganza with panel discussions throughout the days.
