ORLANDO, Fla. (March 2, 2014) — Orlando MegaCon, the Southeast’s largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi-media event, is returning to the Orange County Convention Center April 10-12. The popular event promises to be bigger and better than ever with more events, exhibits and the announcement of celebrity guests including comic book icon, Stan Lee (Saturday and Sunday only).
The weekend starts off with the First Annual MegaWalk at MegaCon 2015, hosted by the Hero Initiative. This event will take place on Friday, April 10 at 11 a.m. with all proceeds going towards the Hero Initiative. The Hero Initiative creates a financial safety net for comic creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for essentials of life, and an avenue back into paying work. The walk’s grand marshal will be comic book legend George Perez.
The festivities continue on Friday night at The Cosmos Party. With DJ performances, dancing, laser light show, VIP celebrities and costume contest, The Cosmos Party is the official launch of MegaCon. The Cosmo Party takes place in Ballroom D and tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Attendees must be 18 or older with proper ID to attend this event.
MegaCon’s avid attendees come first and foremost to see the all-star line-up of comic book guests including George Pérez, Ed McGuiness, Mike Perkins, Marv Wolfman, Allen Bellman, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Frank Cho, Ethan Van Sciver, Andy Smith, Darwyn Cooke, Drew Geraci, Rob Hunter, Katie Cook, Bob Layton, Chuck Dixon, Andy Price, Mike Lilly, Sean Chen, Greg Horn, Dan Parent, Sergio Cariello, Billy Tucci and Brian Pulido
Also big draws at MegaCon are the “media guests” (stars of TV, film and professional sports). Media guests include:
- Norman Reedus, Michael Rooker, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies – The Walking Dead
- Ron Perlman (Hellboy) and Mark Boone Junior – Sons of Anarchy (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Hulk Hogan – Professional wrestling icon (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Cary Elwes – The Princess Bride
- Karen Gillan – Doctor Who, Guardians of the Galaxy (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Jenna Colman, Arthur Darvill – Doctor Who (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Summer Glau – Firefly, Arrow (Saturday and Sunday only)
- Adam Baldwin – Firefly, Chuck
- Alan Tudyk — Firefly
- David Ramsey – Arrow
- Lou Ferrigno – The Incredible Hulk
- Sean Patrick Flanery, David Della Rocca, Clifton Collins, Jr. – The Boondock Saints
- Jeremy Shada, Olivia Olson – Adventure Time
- Rob Paulsen, Jess Harnell and Trey MacNeille – The Animaniacs and professional voice actors
- Grey DeLisle and Troy Baker – professional voice actors
Other weekend events include the MegaCon video gaming with the Supercon 2K series and an arcade room by Freeplay Florida.
MegaCon 2015 Showroom Dates and Hours:
Friday, April 10: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 11: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, April 12: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
MegaCon 2015 Ticket Prices:
Online: Friday – $30, Saturday – $35, Sunday $30, 3-day – $70
Onsite: Friday – $35, Saturday – $40, Sunday $35, 3-day –$75
MegaCon 2015 Location:
Orange County Convention Center
West Building – Exhibit Halls A4 through B4
9899 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Saturday tickets are expected to sell out, so guests are encouraged to consider attending MegaCon on Friday or Sunday.
About MegaCon
MegaCon has grown to become one of the largest comic book and sci-fi conventions in the nation with attendance increasing each year. Designed to appeal to all ages and interests, MegaCon allows attendees to meet and mingle with their favorite comic book artists and TV/film stars, buy amazing collectibles from hundreds of vendors and artists, enjoy gaming events, and participate in numerous activities throughout the weekend.
The MegaCon guest list is constantly growing. Check www.MegaConvention.com frequently for more updates.
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Editor’s Note:
Guest appearances, events and times are subject to change or cancellation. For current information, visit www.megaconvention.com.