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San Diego Comic-Con International Profile

By Deb Aoki, About.com

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About This Event:

According to Comic-Con's official Web site, "Comic-Con is the largest comic book and pop culture event in North America." This annual event is famous for major blockbuster movie previews, celebrity sightings and exclusive collectibles only available to Comic-Con attendees.

In 2007, over 125,000 visitors came to the San Diego Convention Center over four days. Multi-day and single day passes sold out days in advance. As the crowds grow year over year, Comic-Con reigns supreme as THE event for American comics, science fiction, animation and toy enthusiasts and professionals.

Dates:

Thursday, July 23 – Sunday, July 26 2009

Location:

San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, California

Special Guests:

  • Bryan Lee O'Malley, artist of Scott Pilgrim
  • Gene Yang, artist of American-Born Chinese
  • Kazu Kibushi, artist and editor of Flight
  • Hope Larson, artist of Gray Horses, Chiggers
  • More Special Guests

Events:

  • Panels
  • Workshops
  • Video and Film Presentations
  • Costume Contest
  • Art Auction, Gaming
  • Eisner Awards Ceremony
  • Portfolio Reviews
  • Autograph Sessions

Presented By:

Comic-Con International

Registration Information and Admission Fees:

Admission / Membership Fees

  • Weekend (4-day) pass - $75
  • Weekend (4-day pass Jr/Sr: $35
  • Thursday (1-day pass): Adults: $25, Jr/Sr: $12
  • Friday (1-day pass): Adults: $30, Jr/Sr: $15
  • Saturday (1-day pass): Adults: $35, Jr/Sr: $15
  • Sunday (1-day pass): Adults: $20, Jr/Sr: $10
  • Children under 12 free with paid adult admission
  • Juniors are 12-17 years old and Seniors are 60 or more years old. Active military will pay the Junior/Senior price.

Pre-Registration Information

NOTE: Online registration only. No on-site registration will be offered.

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