Annual Comic Book Conventions from Around the World

Comic Book Lovers Unite

Some comic book fans may not know this, but there are hundreds of comic book conventions and gatherings, around the world, each year. From Canada, to Japan, to the US, comic book lovers unite to show their collections, try to sell a few odd issues, or just to view the best of the best.

In late June, Knoxville, Tennessee will feature it's annual comic book fair called Adventure Con. You'll see celebrities, along with toys and comics - over 400 tables full! Find information on booking a table, dates of the show, and local hotels by logging on to: http://toyshow.org

The Aggie Con, held at Texas A&M University, features an annual science fiction, fantasy and horror convention. They have a Costume contest and Masquerade Ball, a huge dealer's room, live performances of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, 24 hour computer gaming and more. Join the AggieCon mailing list to keep abreast of the happenings, or go to http://aggiecon.tamu.edu for more info.

The annual Japanese animation convention is a huge ordeal featuring three days of fan art, contests, displays and fun. Held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, the convention takes place at the Winnipeg Convention Centre in mid-July. Pre-register at their website: www.ai-kon.org

Discuss art, comics, pop culture and comics while attending the Anime USA convention, held in November of each year. Hundreds, sometimes thousands of guests and enthusiasts converge on the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner in Vienna, Virginia. Local hotels provide a shuttle service to and from the convention for those in need. Register for the event here: www.animeusa.org

The Baltimore Comic-Con features anime, manga, comics, DVD's, cards games and much more. It's held in October and is located at The Baltimore Convention Center in Maryland. Want more info? Phone 410-526-7410 or email cardscomicscollectibles@yahoo.com