Join us at Motor City Comic Con Sunday May 19th at 9:00am to see an exclusive panel with voice actor extraordinaire Tom Kenny and Spongebob artist Dave Aikins. After the panel get one autograph from each of them on your own item from home or a poster designed by Dave Aikins for this event only! Tom Kenny will not have a separate panel during the day. This will be his only panel. Doors will open for this event at 8:30. Admission to Motor City Comic Con is not included, but is required for entry. Tickets are limited!
Extra Lives is the world’s first Audience RPG: a fully narrated, inclusive choose-your-own-adventure game where you are the main character. Plunge into an exciting story with visuals, music, sound effects and footage drawn from the legendary console games of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s... and a live score provided by the lovable nerds of Extra Lives. At key junctures you'll get to vote on how the character proceeds, leading to special story branches. With multiple endings and 60+ possible variations depending on the audience's in-game choices, this immersive feast for the imagination will transport you back to your childhood. To the next level!
Join us for a special event featuring a 45-minute panel starting at 5:30pm, where our guest creators will share insights and stories. Attendees can also get up to four signatures (total, not per creator) on items they bring. Additionally, guests will receive an exclusive 11x17 art print (signatures on this print do not count towards the 4). Don't miss the opportunity to meet these creators! Tickets are limited!
Don't miss your chance to attend this exclusive pre-movie Q&A with Helen Hunt as well as a limited print event poster. After the Q&A, enjoy free admission to a screening of Twister. Admission to Motor City Comic Con is required. Must be purchased separately.
Great Lakes Garrison is a subdivision of the 501st Legion, the premier Imperial Star Wars costuming group in the world. GLG operates in the state of Michigan and was originally a part of the venerable Midwest Garrison as "Michigan Squad," and then separated into a full-fledged Garrison in December of 2007. Since then, the GLG has contributed significantly to the greater 501st and Star Wars communities. The annual Motor City Comic-Con is a signature event in which the GLG participates. GLG members served a central role in TrooperFest of 2009 and 2011. GLG members have also gone on to serve in various command and administrative roles at the Legion level for the 501st, as well as the 501st's partner organization, the Rebel Legion.
Free anime screenings all weekend brought to you by the Anime Club of Michgan! Check the schedule for the full list of screenings to plan your weekend!
Discover unique and creative art, comic creators, and authors. Meet and purchase directly from the artist! A list of attending artists is listed in our Artist Alley section.
Celebrity Autographs
All 3 Days
Show Floor - Celebrity
Price: Varies by Guest
Meet your favorite actor, voice actor, or pop culture icon! All pricing and availability is subject to change. A list of our guests is available on our celebrity guest page. We do our best to keep you up to date with the latest pricing and schedule! Not all of the celebrities at our show will have presale autographs available. If they are available, they will be listed. Otherwise, they will only be available at the show (most only accept cash).
Comic Sketch Art will be on site for all your CGC/Witnessing needs. Please swing by our booth and ask for a witness!
Cosplay Contest
Saturday May 18th 6:00pm
Legacy V Ballroom - Second Floor
Price: $10 +$2 processing fee |
Want to sponsor the cosplay contest? Send us a message!: info@motorcitycomiccon.com |
Registration End Date: TBD
13+$500 First Place Prize, Two November 2024 3-Day Passes, 2 Autographed Photos, MC3 Exclusive Bag with goodies!$250 Second Place Prize plus Two November 2024 1-Day Passes, 1 Autographed Photo, MC3 Exclusive Bag$125 Third Place Prize plus Two November 2024 1-Day passes, 1 Autographed Photo, MC3 Exclusive Bag
Robin Hood Pirates in Space: The Planestriders race to the edge of the galaxy, making memories and chasing myths. Climb aboard and join the crew by rolling giant inflatable dice in a first-of-its-kind interactive D&D game hosted by D20Tales - Friday at 6pm. Adventure Awaits you beyond the horizon!
Get ready for the ultimate pop culture showdown with FandoMadness, the gameshow where YOU take center stage! This isn't your ordinary trivia game – it's a full-blown interactive experience complete with buzzers, dazzling screens, electrifying sound effects, and a witty host who's ready to keep you on your toes. Think you're a pop culture expert? Test your knowledge across diverse categories like comics, TV shows, movies, music, food, and more. But be warned, this isn't a walk in the park – it's a thrilling adventure where quick thinking and deep pop culture prowess will propel you to victory.
Ghostbusters Detroit
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Main Show Floor
Slime Time: Saturday and Sunday - 12:30pm
Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters! Make Slimer slime with members of the Michigan ghostbusters. (No charge, but one per person while supplies last please)
iCon Tournaments is a Super Smash Brothers Ultimate-based gaming lounge that offers plenty of open play and tournaments throughout the event. Join them all weekend for competitive bouts as you meet friends and challenge new rivals!
Price: $10 convention special - per autograph (only for items signed at the event)
On-site authentication for signatures signed at the show or brought from home. Trusted by all major auction houses, dealers and collectors, any autograph backed by JSA certification enhances the value and marketability of the item. Stop by the authentication booth after meeting the celebrity guest to redeem certification. Collectors may also submit autographs brought from home. Visit "Submission Pricing" below for fees starting at $20 for authentication. Pricing may vary based on the value of the signature(s).
Do you love to draw? Join creatures from The Kubert School as they lead an art class designed to ignite the imagination of future illustrators. Let your little ones learn from experienced, professional art educators and working comic artists!
Kids Cosplay Contest
Sunday 3:00-4:00pm
Legacy VII
Price: Free |
Organizer: 501st Legion
Calling all kids ages 12 and under - come out and strut your stuff at the Motor City Kid’s Cosplay Contest. No registration, no fee, just arrive at least 15 minutes before the event to be sorted into age groups.
Kids Den
Find kid and family friendly programming and activities in our Kid's Den: create slime with the Ghostbusters, play The Floor is Lava, crafting, storytimes, kid's only cosplay contest, and more!
New Dawn Kyber Squadron
Saturday 4-5pm, Sunday 11:30-12:30pm
Emerald/Amethyst Ballroom
Price: $15 |
Organizer: Swordsmanship Museum and Academy
This class will allow students to learn the fundamentals of LED Swordsmanship as practiced by NDKS Combatants! 18+
Panels, Q&As, Classes, and more! We have events all weekend long. The schedule is subject to change.
Photo Ops
Fri Sat Sun
Price: Varies |
Organizer: Pose Photo Ops
Don’t miss out on the chance of a lifetime to have a professional photo taken with your favorite celebrity at Motor City Comic Con! Capture the memory with a beautiful 8×10 photo of you and your favorite star(s). You can pre-purchase the photo ops online before the event to secure your place in line and you’ll even get your photos at the event so you can go get them signed at the show! Schedule will be posted as we get closer to the show, around 2-3 weeks prior.
Check out the coolest themed pinball machines near Artist Alley!
Sketch Duels
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Price: Free |
Category: Comic Panels
Watch your favorite artists and illustrators battle it out, live on stage during our fan favorite Sketch Duels! Anyone attending the panel will be entered into a raffle for the sketches created. You could go home with a one-of-a-kind drawing!
Star Cars
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Show Floor
Get a close up look at some truly incredible replicas of your favorite pop culture vehicles. Find it on the main show floor all weekend!
Star Wars Story Time
Saturday at 3:00pm
Kid's Den
Price: Free
Join members of the 501st and Rebel Legion for a Star Wars themed story time complete with character meet and greets! You are never too young to feel the power of the force.
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