Sonic the Hedgehog takes over K1 Speed at SDCC 2025 Recap

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Sonic the Hedgehog took over K1 Speed during comic con this year. This was the first year that K1 Speed themed up their facility during comic con. Perfect collaboration too! Check out more pics below:

Super7 Godzilla Station Pop-Up at SDCC 2025 Recap

Super7 always has one of the most creative offsites / pop-ups during SDCC. This year they transformed their San Diego store location into the Godzilla Station. They put up a temporary facade featuring Godzilla attacking the train station and always dope artwork on the side of their store. Inside the pop-up featured exclusive Toho Godzilla merchandise. There were exclusive apparel and collectibles. They had a signing with Director Shinji Higuchi. There were lines every day they were opened for SDCC. By Saturday, the store looked pretty empty. One of the sought after items is the Godzilla Station coin which you could pick up at their booth inside the convention center or at their pop-up. See pics below of their pop-up. 

Flashback SDCC 2024 - Peanuts 75 years of Animation

 Peanuts 75 Years of Animation 

 

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Flashback SDCC 2024 - Downtown San Diego & Offsites

 Downtown San Diego and some of the smaller offsites and activations.

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Flashback to SDCC 2024 Part 3

 SDCC 2024 Part 3 

 

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Flashback to SDCC 2024 Part 2

 Part 2 of our SDCC 2024 rewind. What are you looking forward to this year? 

 

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Flashback to SDCC 2024 Part 1

With SDCC 2025 around the corner let's hit the rewind button and check out what you might have missed at SDCC 2024. Here's Part 1: 

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ADVANCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR MARVEL'S SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND AMAZING - THE EXHIBITION AT COMIC-CON MUSEUM SUMMER OF 2022

ADVANCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR MARVEL'S SPIDER-MAN: BEYOND AMAZING - THE EXHIBITION AT COMIC-CON MUSEUM SUMMER OF 2022

An Exclusive Installation Commemorating Spider-Man's 60th Anniversary Set to Premiere at San Diego's Comic-Con Museum on July 1

SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2022 -- Marvel's Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition will be a new significant installation at the Comic-Con Museum celebrating Marvel's friendly neighborhood Super Hero's 60^th anniversary. The installation will debut on July 1^st with advanced tickets on sale now from Fever.

Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing —The Exhibition invites visitors to explore interactive installations, discover an extensive collection of priceless Marvel artifacts from the past six decades, including original comic art, animation materials, and film production elements celebrating the web-slinger's rich legacy. They will learn about the many creators who have contributed to the Spider-Man mythos and get a look into the future of the world's favorite super hero.

In an effort to reduce the possibility of having to wait in long lines, Comic-Con Museum and Fever have initiated a timed ticketing system that will allow a limited number of visitors into the Museum at particular times. This will have the added benefit of preventing overcrowding and allowing visitors to view all the Museum has to offer in a more relaxed atmosphere.

Tickets are first come first served and only a select number are available each day. Please visit beyondamazingexhibition.com for the latest ticketing information.

Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition will remain on display through the end of the year, with tie-in programming and other special events planned to take place throughout the run. For more information, please visit marvel.com and comic-conmuseum.org. 

Comic Con @ Home 2020

First of all WELCOME BACK to a blog that's taken a small hiatus. This past 6+ months of 2020 has been an emotional roller coaster of emotions for everyone. When the pandemic started, we started to work more and more hours at our part time job which was essential. The hours we worked were full time or even more than that if we could handle 6+ days a week. So many people were affected by temporary layoffs which resulted in filing for unemployment. This year has been nothing but a pretty horrible year. All if not most shows and conventions from March till now have been cancelled. So many things that can go wrong has pretty much gone wrong. From working so many hours and getting injured on the job to just being burnt out at work. It's really taken a toll on a lot of people and the fact that the pandemic is not over and the spreading of the coronavirus still continues. Anyways, during some time off work being injured, we're glad CCI decided to hold a virtual SDCC 2020 or as it's called Comic Con @ Home!

We really enjoyed the panels being online and you can still watch some of them on the Comic Con YouTube Channel. The panels being online is what helped ease some of the pain of not being in San Diego for Comic Con physically this year. We rarely get to go and watch panels during comic con because there's always way too much things to do and we're either on the show floor or experiencing some of the offsite events. We were able to watch panels at our own time and leisure. You can pause it and go back later etc...

There was still exclusives to be purchased and still a lot of fun in trying to get exclusives from some of the big name companies this year. A slight difference is that you didn't have to try and lug around all your exclusives back to your hotel. Just sit at your computer on your phone and try to buy your exclusive toy, print, collectible etc... Once you purchase your exclusive, just have to wait for them to ship to you. Easy peasy!

There were a lot of online activities that CCI still had such as the masquerade, gaming, art show, portfolio reviews, watch parties etc... that were all virtual but it was better than nothing. Amazon and FX had their own virtual con or activities that they'd normally would have during comic con. A lot of companies held their own mini cons of their "booth" and showed off new items and exclusives that would normally be seen during comic con.

Like so many of you, we just want to go back to the way it was before the pandemic. How long will it take before this virus gets controlled and when will there be a vaccine?

Thank you to CCI for bringing us Comic Con @ Home! Thanks to all the artists, vendors and everyone that participated to make this year's SDCC feel just a little bit like we were all in sunny San Diego experiencing all the fun. The one thing we didn't mind this year was the crowds and no lines! We still miss saying "Hi" to familiar faces and con friends that we usually only see during various comic cons. Next year's date for SDCC is July 22-25 (July 21st is Preview night). Until next year friends, let's just hope that with so many things going on in the world and the USA right now, we can overcome all of this and come out stronger and better. We're all hoping for a way better 2021! Take care, stay safe, wear a mask and keep collecting!!!

Superheroes and Star Wars: Theatre Box® to Celebrate Comic-Con International with Movie-Inspired Menu

SAN DIEGO (July 1, 2019) – Theatre Box®, the Gaslamp Quarter’s new luxury theatre, dining and entertainment complex, will introduce a menu for Comic-Con International inspired by new releases from Disney, Marvel and more, available Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July 21.

The limited-edition menu, available to order in Theatre Box’s full-service restaurant, Sugar Factory American Brasserie; or at the push of a button in TCL Chinese Theatre’s luxury dine-in cinema, will include:

• The Deadpool Wrap, a tomato tortilla filled with crispy chicken, romaine lettuce, parmesan, croutons and buffalo dressing;
• Do or Do Not Yoda Wrap, a spinach tortilla filled with turkey, bacon, tomato, lettuce, avocado and chipotle aioli;
• The Wonder Woman Salad, a mixture of quinoa, kale, tomato, cucumber, carrots, mint, basil and lemon vinaigrette;
• The Iron Fist Salad, made with farro, strawberries, baby arugula, goat cheese, shaved fennel, crispy shallots and balsamic vinaigrette;
• Captain America Burger, a certified Black Angus beef patty topped with Vermont white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickles, crispy onions and Sugar Factory sauce sandwiched between blue brioche bun;
• Shazam! Hot Dog, topped with aged cheddar cheese and relish, served on a brioche bun;
• Hulk Sliders, Sugar Factory’s classic miniature burgers served on green buns with American cheese, crispy onions, Sugar Factory sauce and a take-home duckie.

Complete menus, movie showtimes and more information about Theatre Box is available on the website at www.theatrebox.com, and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @TheatreBoxSD.

EXODUS ANNOUNCE INTIMATE PERFORMANCE AT COMIC-CON 2019

Metal and comics will once again come together as one at the 50th anniversary of San Diego Comic-Con International (SDCC) with a special live performance from Bay Area thrash metal legends,EXODUS! The intimate event, coined Bonded By Con, will commence on Thursday, July 18 at the House of Blues.

The Nightmare Before Christmas 25th Anniversary Pop-Up Experience

The Nightmare Before Christmas 25th Anniversary Pop-Up Experience which also featured The Many Faces of Jack Skellington. This was a surprise during SDCC. Found out about this the day of the pop-up experience had opened and had to go and check it out since it was only there for a few days. It was held outdoors and they showed a selection of custom Jack Skellington heads by various artists. There was also a special magical tree that when you peered inside, you could see Christmas Town. See our pictures below:

LAIKA LIVE! San Diego

LAIKA LIVE San Diego was held during SDCC and we were lucky to get into the Media Event on Preview Night during SDCC. The media event let us in to check out the exhibit inside and there was food and drinks offered to us as well. We got to check out the merchandise and of course a piece of the set of the new movie Missing Link which is scheduled to hit theaters in the Spring of 2019. We also got to meet Mr. Link himself waiting for us to get our pictures taken with him. The lines were long every day for this and it is well worth the wait if you love LAIKA and Stop Motion Animation. Check out our pictures below.

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This experience is one of the best outside events during SDCC.

LAIKA Launches 10th Anniversary Celebration of CORALINE at LAIKA LIVE in San Diego with visits from NEIL GAIMAN and TERI HATCHER

LAIKA LIVE in san diego welcomes special guests neil gaiman and

teri hatcher for launch of coraline’s 10^TH ANNIVERSARY

Coraline author Neil Gaiman will join LAIKA President & CEO Travis Knight for limited autograph signing and a Facebook Live tour of LAIKA LIVE with media partner Nerdist;

Mother/Other Mother voice star Teri Hatcher will shoot episode of her youtube series Van Therapy with Coraline fans at exhibit

LAIKA debuts new walkaround costume characters of Coraline and Other Mother

LAIKA LIVE Comes to San Diego

LAIKA LIVE San Diego is back 3 Times bigger than it was last year. Last year's installation was awesome despite the long wait time in line.

Creators of Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings and Upcoming Missing Link Take Over Gaslamp Quarter Storefront With All New and Expansive Exhibit. Their also celebrating their 10th Anniversary of Coraline as well as Pride Week and Comic Con of course. LAIKA LIVE starts July 13th to the 22nd. Free Admission and located in the Gaslamp area. More detailed info from their press release below:

Her Universe Fashion Show returns to San Diego

THE HER UNIVERSE FASHION SHOW CELEBRATES 5TH ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE ON JULY 19 WITH GRAND RETURN TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

Biggest and Best “Geek Couture” Fashion Show Yet including Debut of Ashley Eckstein’s Jaw-Dropping Gown

The LAIKA Experience at SDCC 2017

The LAIKA Experience was one of the things we really wanted to see. With everything at SDCC, this was a 3-Hour wait and we were there early too. At least it wasn't an 8+ hour wait. This was the last day of SDCC and was a must see before we left San Diego.

If you ever get the chance to see the LAIKA Experience in your city or state, we highly recommend it, especially if you've wondered how Stop-Motion Animation is made. The sets to make these animated movies are so detailed and intricate. Just jaw dropping!

Summer Slime in San Diego

Summer Slime featuring Paul Kaiju, Rampage Toys & Bwana Spoons at Gunnzo in San Diego on Saturday, July 22nd. Lots of sofubi releases for one night only. Tickets to purchase will be handed out starting at 6pm with the start of purchasing items at 7:30.

FX's Announces Special ARCHER Live! Performance In San Diego

SPY THE CAST OF FX’S ARCHER FOR A LIVE PERFORMANCE ON THE HIGH SEAS IN SAN DIEGO JULY 21

ARCHER Live! to Take Place on the Inspiration Hornblower Yacht

LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2016 – FX Networks brings a special one-night only performance of the famed touring show ARCHER Live! to San Diego aboard the Inspiration Hornblower yacht at the 5th Avenue Landing (located behind the Convention Center) on Thursday, July 21. The event kicks off with a deep dive into the universe of the beloved, Emmy^®-nominated animated spy/P.I. comedy Archer, with an exciting live performance featuring the entire cast. Fans will enjoy live entertainment, food, drinks, giveaways, a photo booth and lounge while docked at the marina.

Super7 San Diego!!!

Super7 just announced their brand new location in San Diego. They will be officially opening on March 13th, so join them for their Grand Opening on Friday, March 13th at 701 8th Ave from 6pm to 10pm. Btw, if you google the address you'll notice that it's at a very familiar spot especially for those that only get a chance to go there during SDCC every year. Make sure to follow super7store and super7sandiego on instagram. Congrats to Brian and the Super7 crew!