We’ve put together a list of the upcoming Anime and Comic Book Conventions in Southern California. And although there are countless pop-up events in the So Cal area, these are just a few of the region’s biggest events. This list of the upcoming Anime and Comic Book Conventions is updated monthly, be sure to check in for the latest updates.
Long Beach Comic Con
September 3 & 4, 2022 http://longbeachcomiccon.com/
Long Beach Comic-Con and the Long Beach Comic Expo are annual events held at the Long Beach Convention Center. They are celebrations of comic books and pop culture that showcase the exceptional works of talented writers, artists, illustrators, and creators of all types of pop culture. At Long Beach Comic Con & Long Beach Comic Expo, you’ll find exhibitors promoting and selling all types of related products, as well as entertaining and educational programs, guest signings, and meet & greet sessions with celebrities.
D23 Expo
September 9, 10, &11TH, 2022 https://d23expo.com/
The largest Disney fan event in the world, D23 Expo celebrates all the wonderful worlds of The Walt Disney Company under one roof, including the best of Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars across film, television, theme parks, products, online, music, live entertainment, and more.
NEW FOR 2022: You must be a D23 Gold or General Member to purchase tickets. Fans can join D23 with a Gold Membership ($99.99), Gold Duo Membership ($129.99), or General Membership (complimentary) at JoinD23.com. Attendees will be able to secure advance reservations for select panels and experiences through a new random selection process closer to the event. A new, preferred seating ticket option will be available for Hall D23. You will be able to easily transfer your additional guest badges to your family and friends who will be attending with you.
Anime Expo Chibi
November 12-13 2022
Join fans in this opportunity to celebrate Japanese pop culture this November 12-13, 2022 in Ontario, California. 2022 Registration Opens September 6, 2022, at 12 PM PT.
Designer Con
November 18th – 20th 2022 http://www.designercon.com/
DesignerCon is an annual art and design convention that smashes together collectible toys, customs, plush, designer apparel and so much more with urban, underground and pop art! We are a celebration of all aspects from the world of design.
Anime Pasadena
NOVEMBER 19TH AND 20TH, 2022 https://www.animepasadena.com/
The 4th annual Anime Pasadena event will return on November 19th and 20th. Anime Pasadena is a 2-day event with a focus on Anime, Cosplay, and Nerd Culture in Pasadena, California.
Los Angeles Comic Con
DECEMBER 2-4, 2022 https://www.comicconla.com/
Beginning December 3rd to the 5th, L.A. Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, and pop culture, returns to full-scale in-person events.
With over 123,000 fans attended L.A. Comic Con for celebrity panels, autograph signings, activations, comics, cosplay, and pop culture fanfare. The event plays host to 800+ diverse artists and vendors, selling comics, collectibles, art, toys, apparel, and everything in between. This year, attendees will get up close and personal with some of the biggest and best names in the entertainment industry with a handpicked selection of panels, events, special exhibits, and meet-and-greet opportunities.
Game of Thrones™ Official Fan Convention
December 9-11 2022
Fans of the Game of Thrones franchise have a lot to look forward to this year! With less than one month to go until the highly anticipated premiere of the new HBO series House of the Dragon, the successor series to Game of Thrones, Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, and Creation Entertainment are thrilled to announce today the new date, location, and star-studded line-up for the first ever Game of Thrones Official Fan Convention. The exciting new addition of Kit Harington (“Jon Snow”) will be joining the previously announced Game of Thrones series stars including Alfie Allen (“Theon Greyjoy”), Jack Gleeson (“Joffrey Baratheon”), Kristofer Hivju (“Tormund Giantsbane”), Kristian Nairn (“Hodor”), Daniel Portman (“Podrick Payne”), Gemma Whelan (“Yara Greyjoy”), and Isaac Hempstead Wright (“Bran Stark”) on December 9-11 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Also signed on to host the Game of Thrones Official Fan Convention are Jason Concepcion and Greta Johnsen, recently named hosts for the new and upcoming The Official Game of Thrones Podcast: House of the Dragon, launching on August 3. Tickets for the Convention are on sale now at http://gotcon.events
Anime Los Angeles
JANUARY 5, 6, 7 & 8, 2023 https://animelosangeles.org/
Animé Los Angeles is held at the Long Beach Convention center. This con delivers everything from a cosplay masquerade and fashion show to dancing, parties, and plenty of photo opportunities. All of these things are in celebration of Anime and the many forms Anime takes. Anime Los Angeles has a reputation for having an abundant cosplay community and for being very cosplay friendly. There are several areas dedicated to cosplay gatherings, photo studios, and cosplay games.
Long Beach Comic Expo
February 11&12, 2023 https://longbeachcomicexpo.com/
Long Beach Comic-Con and the Long Beach Comic Expo are annual events held at the Long Beach Convention Center. They are celebrations of comic books and pop culture that showcase the exceptional works of talented writers, artists, illustrators, and creators of all types of pop culture. At Long Beach Comic Con & Long Beach Comic Expo you’ll find exhibitors promoting and selling all types of related products, as well as entertaining and educational programs, guest signings, and meet & greet sessions with celebrities.
Gallifrey One
FEBRUARY 17, 18, & 19, 2023 Pre-Launch Party FEBRUARY 16 http://www.gallifreyone.com/
Gallifrey One is an annual North American science fiction convention focusing primarily on the British television series Doctor Who and its spin-offs, including Torchwood, K-9, and The Sarah Jane Adventures, with an additional emphasis on British and American science fiction television media, held each February in Los Angeles.
StrangerCon Los Angeles
March 18 – 19th https://www.creationent.com/cal/stranger_la.htm
Creation’s Stranger Con: A Salute to the TV Series Stranger Things Tour will be coming to the City of Angels in 2022, celebrating with fellow Stranger Things fans at the L.A. Convention Center!
We’re excited to see the special guests, who will make this two-day show truly special. There will be many things to do and see, including guest panels, photo ops, autograph signings, cosplay and trivia contests, a Saturday night karaoke party, and fun for the whole family.
WonderCon
March 24, 25, and 25, 2023 https://www.comic-con.org/wca
Since 2012, WonderCon Anaheim—now called Comic-Con International Presents WonderCon Anaheim—has been held in Southern California at the Anaheim Convention Center. WonderCon is the sister show to Comic-Con, embracing all of the main aspects of SDCC, including comics, movies, TV, animation, cosplay, and more.
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