The 2nd
annual Las Vegas Comic Expo (www.lasvegascomicexpo.com),
a family-friendly event, will return to the Riviera Casino & Hotel
on the World Famous Las Vegas Strip located at 2901 Las Vegas Boulevard
South in Las Vegas on September
28-29, 2013.
Las Vegas Comic Expo will again unite
the comic book and pop-culture community’s huge and diverse audience of
fans, creators and retailers together in one of the most renowned and
unforgettable cities in the
U.S.
Charles Lee, organizer of Las Vegas
Comic Expo, has proclaimed that "Las Vegas has widely been known as an
ideal destination for conventions, and since last year, Vegas has proven
to be a city capable of holding
comic book and pop culture themed convention events."
Las Vegas Comic Expo will again
feature artist demonstrations, panel discussions and the always
entertaining cosplay costume contest. Likewise, there will be vendors,
artists, and writers in the exhibitor halls
for fans to obtain autographs, art, toys, comic books, statues, and
other rare collectibles. Not limited to comic books, this is a pop
culture event similar to the ones held in other major cities such as New
York, Seattle, Chicago, Boston, Orlando, Los Angeles,
and San Diego, where the hip to be square celebrate its chic to be
geek.
Fan boys and girls of entertainment
like Star Wars, Star Trek, Hunger Games, True Blood, Game of Thrones,
Harry Potter, Twilight, Walking Dead, and Dr. Who will converge in Las
Vegas for an entertaining event.
Exclusive collector items will be
available at Las Vegas Comic Expo. This is just the icing on the cake
for a comic-book and pop culture convention that will welcome thousands
of attendees to the Riviera Hotel
located right on the strip at 2901 Las Vegas Boulevard South in Las
Vegas, just minutes away from the Las Vegas airport.
This affordable and fun convention will feature a wide variety of family-friendly and pop-culture must-see happenings including:
Comic Artist Alley featuring a multitude of beloved comic book creators from around the World.
Media guests: Kristin Bauer (True Blood), Sylvester McCoy (Dr. Who, The Hobbit), and more to come….
Gaming, including HeroClix, Magic, and other popular trading card games.
Cosplay. Tons of people dressing up as their favorite comic book/sci-fi/fantasy/anime characters, with the climax
being a Saturday night costume contest and a Sunday afternoon children’s costume contest.
Panel discussions, autograph signings and meet & greet opportunities with your favorite guests.
Sunday Fun Day (Kid’s Day) events.
The
show welcomes all audiences including those seeking a family-friendly
environment. And for people looking to experience the legendary
Las Vegas nightlife, it’s just a short walk away to restaurants, live
entertainment and gambling.
“We
hope to continue to provide a fun, vibrant atmosphere that brings
together the people who love and drive the thriving community
of comics - the fans, the retailers and the professional creators - for
a unique entertainment experience that will bring them back year after
year,” said Charles Lee, organizer for the Las Vegas Comic Expo.
EVENT INFO:
WHAT:
Las Vegas Comic Expo (A Comic Book, Entertainment & Pop Culture
Convention)
WHERE:
Riviera Casino & Hotel
2901 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
WHEN:
Saturday – September 28, 2013 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday - September 29, 2013 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
WHO:
Open to all ages. A family friendly event
COST:
$25 Daily Admission
$45 Weekend Pass
Discounts for advance ticket purchase, prepaid ticket holders allowed early entry
Children 7 years and under free with paid adult ticket (limit 2 children per paid adult).
Confirmed Celebrity guests include…
Kristin Bauer (True Blood)
Sylvester McCoy (Dr. Who, The Hobbit)
To purchase tickets or access a complete guest list, program guide, and exhibitor information, please go to www.lasvegascomicexpo.com.
Check the website often for updates and new guests.
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