Welcome to the home page of west michigan s longest running japanese animation and culture celebrations, jafax. This is a one day comic book and collectibles event. Grand rapids comiccon 2020 collective community event. West michigan womens expo, mid michigan womens expo, fall bridal show of west michigan, winter bridal show of west michigan, kids and family expo at devos place, grand rapids and lansing center, lansing, michigan. We have assembled a list of comic book stores in a directory format for your convenience. C4 is northern michigan s largest comic book and pop entertainment expo.
Whether youre a fan of comic books, cosplay, video games, anime, tv shows. Come join us on a cool morning or evening as we navigate our 6 seater side x side, powered by sled. He fulfilled his lifelong dream of opening a comic book store when the comic signal opened its doors in grand rapids in 2016. Holiday inn little rockairportconf ctr little rock, ar. We also offer other comic related items as well as a venue for popular board games and collectible card games such as magic the gathering. Since the grand rapids comic con will reside at the devos place next year, the remedy to the crowding problem may have presented itself. The following are the hollywood guests for the grand rapids comic con on november 15, 2020, at the devos place in grand rapids, michigan. Grand rapids toy and comic expo 33118 mi grand rapids toy and comic expo 33118 mi 0. Whether its christian science fiction you love, or fantasy, time travel, steampunk, alternate history, spiritual warfare, superhero, or technothrillerif its speculative and it comes from the christian worldview, enclave is the place to go. Postponed naseo midwest regional may 12 may, 2020 tequila mundo grand rapids june 20, 2020 2nd annual absolutely accessible kent june 21, 2020 west michigan sports commission annual dinner june 23, 2020 jdrf ride to cure diabetes july 20. Were looking forward to seeing you join in the fun from friday, june 25 th to sunday, june 27 th of 2021 with our amazing guests, artists, and vendors who are all excited to bring anime, cosplay, and traditional japanese culture to the grand rapids area. Our newest posts megacon cancels june show and announces new limited show for halloween. Of course, theyre both from the same group of organizers, and one begat the other. West michigan has been screaming for a professional, well operated comic book convention for years, and the grand rapids comic con is ready to fill that void.
Here you can find over 30,000 volumes from the 16th century to the 21st century, items for the collector, the pleasure reader, and the scholar. Comic con dates for grand rapids comic cons 2020 dates. Michigan comic con detroit, grand rapids dates comic cons. Grand rapids comiccon is a comic book and popular arts convention that will be held on november 81. The best comic book conventions in chicago time out chicago. Already bigger in venue and length, this year the 3 day event will be held at the deltaplex arena in grand rapids.
The comic signal grand rapids 2020 all you need to know. As the center of the us automotive industry, the motor city gathers dealers and exhibitors from all across the country, offering a variety of. Grand rapids, mi for a long time, grand rapids had zero comic book conventions. Cherry capital comic con c4 is a comic book convention that celebrates the medium of comics, rather than a specific genre. Wrestler mick foley appears at motor city comic con 2020. Jafax is an annual japanese visual culture convention held every june in grand rapids, michigan. West michigan works grand rapids, michigan share child and adult care food program fy 2020 sponsors record keeping training with your friends. I want to bring the joy of comics to anyone who walks through the door, and i want to encourage people to come back to talk more about. Michigan cares for tourism to clean up 2 gr cemeteries. Michigan and surrounding area coin showsconventions years. Enclave is the premier publisher of christian speculative fiction. Please note that these comic book stores are not all affiliated with super comic shop. Experience c2e2, where pop culture comes to chicago.
Feb 04, 2020 the michigan brewers guild is holding its 15th annual winter beer festival on feb. Mar 29, 2018 grand rapids toy and comic expo 33118 mi 0. If youd like to be a dealer, please apply by clicking here. Grasp comic expo spins off from success of grand rapids. Grand rapids comiccon expecting 30,000 attendees in. Michigan comic con debuts on august 1719, 2018 in detroit at the cobo center. Dec 14, 2017 michigan comic con debuts on august 1719, 2018 in detroit at the cobo center. Rhode island comic con 2018 november 24, 2018 in providence, ri. As a way to connect the community, it offers a variety of comic book events and programming, including a toys and pop culture vending hall, fan panels, costume contests, film screenings and art shows. Michigan comic con detroit, grand rapids dates comic. Grand rapids, michigan 199 contributions 83 helpful. Each year, c2e2 brings a ton of comic book creators and some notable tv and movie stars to mccormick place for a bonafide popculture bonanza. Hollywoods spandexed comicbook characters take a back seat during cake.
Come one, come all to the only comic, cosplay and pop culture convention in the heart of. As the center of the us automotive industry, the motor city gathers dealers and exhibitors from all across the country, offering a variety of pop culture merchandise and more. Each year, c2e2 brings a ton of comic book creators and some notable tv and movie stars to mccormick place for a. Michigan comic con august 1719, 2018 cgc comic book. Located at the scenic grand traverse resort, c4 is northern michigan s perfect gathering of comic book creators, exhibitors, and fans. Book publishers in michigan book publishing directory. Welcome to the official facebook page for the grand rapids toy and comic expo. Baltimore comic con 2018 september 2830, 2018 in baltimore, md. Save child and adult care food program fy 2020 sponsors record keeping training to your collection. This is the second annual event in the history of the grand rapids comic con. Grand rapids comic con november 15, 2020, at the devos.
Youve laughed about the exploits of the guys on the big bang theory at comic book shows. Comics, toys, books, cosplay, anime, video games, star wars, original artwork, trading cards, comic creators and celebrity. Otter river sled dog training center and wilderness adventures. Aug 01, 2015 saturday april 12, 2014 from 5 to 7 p. Founded in 1996, jafax started out with just a few showing rooms at kendall college of art and design with less than 150 attendees. Public event youve read about comic con international on news sites and seen pictures of all the costumed heroes. The next grand rapids comic con will be held on october 2123, 2016, at the devos place in downtown grand rapids, michigan. Convention scene is the webs leading source for comic book conventions, comic book creator store signings, and much more. In addition to the merchandise available for purchase. Nicks comics if you have a dream about outposting me, you better. Founded by don myers of grand rapids, michigan, the comic signal is a home for comic book lovers and enthusiasts. Grcc fires man accused of manslaughter in sons death. With more than 36 years of experience, tardys collectors corner has been there to keep you in the funny books. Cincinnati comic expo 2018 september 1416, 2018 in cincinnati, oh.
The official stargate convention chicago, illinois. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Grand rapids toy and comic expo 33118 mi comic events. Grand rapids comic con 2018 november 911, 2018 in grand rapids, mi. We carry comics from this week to golden age back in the 1940s. Comic artists, writers and music will be available. Mccormick place, museum campus feb 28 2020mar 1 2020. A free convention t shirt of the choosing of the grand rapids comiccon in your size. Grand rapids mi toy and comic expo 12316 grand rapids mi toy and comic expo 12316 0. We pride ourselves on our knowledge, friendliness, and commitment to creating community. November 15, 2020, at the devos place in grand rapids, michigan menu skip to content.
We cant issue refunds in the event of a guest cancellation, and tickets cannot be transferred forward to future shows. Your friends have shared their experiences at regional shows like c2e2, jafax, and motor city. C2e2 stands for the chicago comic and entertainment expo. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. See whos going to motor city comic con 2020 in novi, mi. Click on each link for additional biographical information, pictures, signing schedule, and prices. Geeks, nerds and curious people flocked to the deltaplex over the weekend of november 21st through the 23rd. Aug 16, 2019 michigan comic con is a premier regional comic convention related to popular culture industry which is set to start on 16 august 2019, friday in detroit, mi, united states, and organized by imaginarium llc. Jun 12, 2012 chicago gets an alternative comic convention after a 15 year absence. Located at the scenic grand traverse resort, c4 is northern michigans perfect gathering of comic book creators, exhibitors, and fans. Comic and popular arts convention to be held november 15, 2020, at the devos place in downtown grand rapids. The archives book shop, a quiet and unique used and antiquarian store located a few blocks from michigan state university and the red cedar river, is an oasis in time. The inaugural event was held april 1618, 2010 at the mccormick place in chicago.
Held in novi, michigan, motor city comic con boasts the reputation of being the states largest event of its kind. Most comprehensive list of 2020 comic book conventions dates and locations around the country. Washington state convention center, 800 convention place. Best bookstores in michigan independent bookstores.
Barry county expo center 50 m37, hastings, mi 49058, usa. Echo club, inc 457 post rd, buchanan, mi 49107, usa. Operated by mark hodges former public relations manager of the grand rapids toy and comic expo trade show and assisted by the jafax and alma con conventions, the grand rapids comic con. Grand rapids comic con is held in grand rapids, the secondlargest city in michigan.