Fan Expo Boston, also known as Boston Comic Con, is a popular culture convention held every summer at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The fan gathering, which attracts hundreds of thousands of people, is dedicated to comics, sci-fi, anime, horror, and gaming.
Cosplay Events
Founded on March 18, 2007, as Boston Comic Con, the convention was renamed to Fan Expo Boston ten years later. Cosplay has been one of its main attractions throughout the years. Thousands compete in the Masters of Cosplay Grand Prix or simply walk Cosplay Red Carpet to show off their amazing costumes in front of cheering fans. Children can take part in the fun as well by flaunting their costumes in the Kids Cosplay Red Carpet. If you're just getting into the art of cosplay, the convention offer numerous workshops and masterclasses, focused on the craftsmanship aspects.
Convention Program
Other highlights of the three-day family-friendly event include celebrity panels, an art auction, a tabletop/CCG/RPG gaming room, and more. Artists Alley allows fans to meet their favorite creators and get their autographs as well as see original art. The exhibition floor features hundreds of retailers selling comics, memorabilia, DVDs, videos, games, toys, and costumes. The convention also holds numerous fandom meetups, during which fans gather to discuss their favorite book series, show or a movie franchise.
Boston Comic-Con Guests
One of the main attractions of Fan Expo Boston is the opportunity to meet and interact with your favorite celebrities, creators, actors, and producers. Experts and field specialists participate in panel talks, give demonstrations, and host workshops, which give the fans more insight into the creation of their favorite media. Previous guests of Fan Expo Boston included Neal Adams, Stan Lee, Jeff Goldblum, Michael J. Fox, Jason Momoa, William Shatner, Christopher Lloyd, Elijah Wood, Leonard Nimoy, Billy Tucci, Tara Strong, Soni Aralynn, Justin Briner, Zach Callison, J. Scott Campbell, and Greg Capullo.
Other stars, who were featured during previous Fan Expo Boston shows, include Amanda Conner, Michaela Dietz, Dave Dorman, Estelle, Joe Flanigan, Jeff Goldblum, Cecil Grimes, Deedee Mango Hall, Bob McLeod, Jonboy Meyers, Jason Momoa, Mark Morales, Oliver Phelps, Lucie Pohl, Andy Price, Frank Quitely, Humberto Ramos, Fernando Ruiz, and Lea Thompson.
Schedule & Location
The show usually runs from 4 to 9 pm on Friday, from 10 am to 7 pm on Saturday, and from 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday. Boston Convention & Exhibition Center is situated near Boston's World Trade Center at the South Boston waterfront.
