Comic-Con International San Diego

Comic-Con International San Diego, All You Need To Know SAN DIEGO SCON JNTERNATIONAL About San Diego Comic-Con Comic-Con International: San Diego is a non-profit educational corporation dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for, comics and related popular art forms, primarily through the presentation of conventions and events that celebrate the historic and ongoing contribution of comics to art and culture. Comic-Con: Did You Know? 130,000 $ 165 million 2012 SDCC hit its highest capacity in 2012 with more than 130,000 attendees. Comic-Con International: San Diego generates an estimated $165 million each year in revenue for the city of San Diego. SAN DIEGO SCON SOLD OUT ITERNATIONAL 0:93 In 1995, the convention changed its name again to Comic-Con International: San Diego-its official name. The 2007 Comic Con was the first Comic Con 2013 sold out in 93 minutes. event to completely sell out. 45 years 44 years SIeal The 2014 convention marks its 45th year, making it the longest continuously-run comics and popular arts convention in the U.S. During the 2011 event 80 TV shows and 35 films were represented. 1964 There were 1,075 panels held during the 2013 convention mainly focusing on Anime and comics. The 1st Comic-Con was held in Detroit in 1964 Comic Con International: San Diego 2014 SAN DIEGO When: 24th-27th July, 2014. SCON Where: San Diego Convention Center 111 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101 INTERNATIONAL Tickets: Sold Out Preview Night: 23rd July Program Schedule: The schedule will appear online 2 weeks before the event. Programs and Guests Special Guests TBA Anime Art Show Autograph Area CON Film Festival Games Children's Film Festival Masquerade Costume Contest Portfolio Review The Founders Comic- Con International: San Diego was founded in 1970. When Sheldon Dorf moved to San Diego he organised a one day mini convention, Golden State Comic-Minicon as a trial run and to raise money for the bigger event later in the year. • Dorf went on to be associated with the Convention as President. Richard Alf co-chaired the first convention with Krueger and became chairman in 1971. Sheldon Dorf Ken Krueger Richard Alf Mike Towry Greg Bear Comic-Con: Then and Now 1970 2013 3 Day event 4 Day event Name: Comic-Con International Name: Golden State Comic-Con Venue: U.S. Grant Hotel. Venue: San Diego Convention Center Attendees: 300 Attendees: 130,000 Official Guests: Sergio Aragonés, Tom Batiuk, Brian Michael Bendis, Jon Bogdanove, Vera Brosgol, Jeffrey Brown, Frank Brunner, Gerry Conway + many more Official Guests: Forrest J Ackerman, Mike Royer SAN DIEGOS SAN DIEGO COLDEN STATE COMC CON COMIC SCON ILMS SCIENCE FICTION Comic Con: Survival 101 Be sure you are in the right line: Some of the lines are over 12hrs long so although it seems obvious double check you are queuing for the right event. Learn to love other Fandoms: Remember the phrase 'each to their own'. Respect others interests and share your own. Ter fans by Jans MEN N Bring healthy snacks: Junk food is the main food sold at Comic Con. Unless you are willing to leave the hall to buy food and queue again to get back in bring your own food. Buyers Beware: There will be lots of cool merchandise on sale but ask yourself 'Dol really need this?' A lot of the merchandise is available online and will more than likely be cheaper than the event price. Stay Charged: Electrical sockets are in short supply so ensure you bring all your electronic appliances fully charged. The same rule goes for you too- stay hydrated and drink plenty of water. Early Bird: Arrive early and get a program. This will allow you to plan your day well and get to grips with the layout of the convention center. he right t iias or lo ll products le discon Enjoy! : Make friends, take lots of picture and don't expect to fit everything in, enjoy what you do get to see instead of rushing off to the next event. 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