Comicpalooza

Comicpalooza is a large annual, multi-genre, comic book, science fiction, anime, gaming, and pop culture convention in the Southern United States and is held in Houston, Texas. The event is organized by John Simons, the originator of the event along with Startling Events, LLC. The event hosts the annual Comicpalooza Fandom Awards.

Language

English

Genres

comics-anime, fantasy

Organizer

John Simons, the originator of the event along

Venue

Houston

Format

in-person

Founded

2008

Next edition

TBA (typical: May)

Author participation

Literary track; vendors

Attendance published by the festival

3000

Audience

Brown Convention Center attracting over 3,000 attendees the previous year.

Language notes

Listed working language: English

Genre notes

Primary focus: comics-anime, fantasy

Programme

In addition to Q&A sessions and the live art auction, Comicpalooza hosted celebrity guests, a three-day film festival, costume contest, live DJ room, cockpit simulators from MechCorps Entertainment LLC of the BattleTech Centers, and a $5,000 Magic: The Gathering tournament in addition to opening gaming and numerous panels by fan groups.

Awards

The event hosts the annual Comicpalooza Fandom Awards.

Tables and exhibitors

Exhibitors Fan Groups Panels Get Involved Volunteer and Crew Positions Sponsorship Opportunities Guest Registration Guest Suggestions Policies Social

Past guests

Edward James Olmos, Meaghan Rath, Sam Trammell, Jeff Hughes, Arthur Suydm, Alejandro Garza, Jon Hughes, Kristin Bauer, Michael Biehn, Jennifer Blanc, Julie Caitlin Brown, Larry Wade Carrell

Past editions

2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2021

Festival site