San Diego Comic-Con
San Diego Comic-Con | |
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Status | Active |
Genre | Multigenre |
Venue | San Diego Convention Center(main) Downtown San Diego(various) |
Location(s) | San Diego,California, U.S. |
Coordinates | 32°42′23″N117°09′41″W/ 32.70639°N 117.16139°W |
Country | United States |
Inaugurated | March 21, 1970 | (as San Diego's Golden State Comic-Minicon)
Most recent | July 25, 2024 |
Next event | July 24, 2025 |
Attendance | >135,000 (2022)[1] |
Organized by | San Diego Comic ConventiondbaComic-Con International |
Filing status | 501(c)(3)nonprofit |
Website | comic-con |
San Diego Comic-Con(SDCC) is acomic book conventionand multi-genre entertainment event held annually inSan Diego, California.It is held at theSan Diego Convention Center.Originally showcasing primarily comic books and science fiction/fantasy media, Comic-Con has grown to include a large range ofpop cultureand entertainment elements across virtually all genres.
According toForbes,Comic-Con is the "largest convention of its kind in the world".[2]Since 2010, Comic-Con has filled the San Diego Convention Center to capacity with over 130,000 attendees.[3]Comic-Con is home to theEisner Awards,which recognizes creative achievement in American comic books, often referred to as the comic industry's equivalent to theAcademy Awards.[4]
San Diego Comic Convention, doing business as Comic-Con International, is the corporate name of thepublic-benefit nonprofit corporationbehind Comic-Con. The corporation also organizesWonderCon,an annual convention held inAnaheim, California,and SAM: Storytelling Across Media, a symposium held at theComic-Con MuseuminBalboa Park.
History and organization
[edit]The convention was founded in 1970 byShel Dorf,Richard Alf,Ken Krueger,Mike Towry,Ron Graf, Barry Alfonso, Bob Sourk, andGreg Bear.[5][6][7]Initial comic book and sci-fi club meetings would be held at Krueger's Alert Books inOcean Beach,where much of the foundation of the early Cons coalesced.[8]In the mid-1960s, Dorf, aDetroit-born comics fan, had mounted theDetroit Triple-Fan Fairs,one of the first commercial comics-fan conventions. When he moved toSan Diego, California,in 1970,[9]he organized a one-day convention known asSan Diego'sGolden State Comic-Miniconon March 21, 1970, "as a kind of 'dry run' for the larger convention he hoped to stage." Dorf went on to be associated with the convention as president or manager, variously, for years until becoming estranged from the organization.[10]Alf co-chaired the first convention with Krueger and became chairman in 1971.[6]
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Following the initial gathering, Dorf's first three-day San Diego comic convention,San DiegoGolden State Comic-Con,[9]drew 300 people.[11]The venue was held in the basement of theU.S. Grant Hotel,[9]having been secured by Graf,[7]from August 1–3, 1970.[12]The first few Comic-Cons operated under the nameSan Diego West Coast Comic Conventionuntil 1973, when it changed to San Diego Comic-Con. Other locations in the convention's early years included theEl Cortez Hotel,theUniversity of California, San Diego,andGolden Hall,before being moved to theSan Diego Convention Centerin 1991.[13]Richard Alf, chairman in 1971, has noted an early factor in the Con's growth was an effort "to expand the Comic-Con [organizing] committee base by networking with other fandoms such as theSociety for Creative Anachronismand theMythopoeic Society,among others. (We found a lot of talent and strength through diversity). "[14]In aRolling Stonearticle about the origins of Comic-Con, it noted the work of Krueger, who handled early business matters, and worked to get the event to be organized by a non-profit organization.[15]By the late 1970s, the show had grown to such an extent thatBob Schreckrecalled visiting with his then- Boss Gary Berman ofCreation Conventionsand reflecting, "While [Berman] kept repeating (attempting to convince himself) 'This show's not any bigger than ours!' I was quietly walking the floor stunned and in awe of just how much bigger it really was. I was blown away."[16]From 1984 toc. 1994,atrade faircalled the "San Diego Comic Book Expo" was held in association with San Diego Comic-Con;David Scroggywas the organizer.[17]In 1995, the convention's official name was changed toComic-Con International: San Diego.
According toForbes,the convention is the "largest convention of its kind in the world;"[2]Publishers Weeklywrote "Comic-Con International: San Diego is the largest show in North America;"[18]it is also the largest convention held in San Diego.[19]The convention has an estimated annual regional economic impact of more than $140 million.[20]Yet, in 2009, the estimated economic impact was criticized for allegedly negatively impacting seasonal businesses outside of Comic-Con, low individual spending estimates of attendees, that a large number of attendees live in San Diego, and that the impact of the convention was more cultural than financial.[21]
The estimated economic impact of that year's convention was $180 million.[22]In 2014, the estimated impact of that year's convention was $177.8 million.[23]In 2016, the estimated impact of that year's convention was down to $150 million.[24]By 2018, San Diego Comic-Con saw increasing competition from other comic conventions in places such as New York City, and Washington, D.C., which caused it to compete for attendees and companies time and budget; yet San Diego Comic-Con was described byPublishers Weeklyas "a must-do".[25]
The convention is organized by a panel of 13 board members, 16 to 20 full-time and part-time workers, and 80 volunteers who assist via committees. Comic-Con International is a non-profit organization, and proceeds of the event go to funding it, as well as SAM: Storytelling Across Media andWonderCon.[13]The convention logo was designed by Richard Bruning and Josh Beatman in 1995. In 2015, working withLionsgate,a video channel was created to host Comic-Con related content.[26]In 2015, through alimited liability company,Comic-Con International purchased three buildings inBarrio Logan.[27]In 2018 Comic-Con International purchased a 29,000-square-foot (2,700 m2) office in San Diego'sLittle Italyneighborhood.[28]
In 2017, the organization acquired a lease to the Federal Building inBalboa Park,originally built for theCalifornia Pacific International Expositionand previously occupied by theSan Diego Hall of Champions,with the intention of opening aComic-Con Museum.[29]By October 2017, the organization began to hire staff for the museum.[30]Nearly a year after acquiring the lease, the museum was not yet open.[31]During the 2018 Comic-Con, one reason stated for why the museum had not yet opened was the need for additional funds.[32]Organizers are hoping to raise $25 million with a target opening date of late 2020 or 2022.[28]
On April 17, 2020, the 53rd convention was cancelled due to theCOVID-19 pandemic in Californiaand two stay-at-home orders issued byCalifornia GovernorGavin Newsom.It was originally scheduled to occur from July 23 to 26, 2020, to coincide with the2020 Summer Olympicsin Tokyo, Japan, which was postponed to 2021 due to the pandemic.[33]An "SDCC@Home" digital streaming event was held during the same time period as a replacement for the 2020 event.[34]
Although plans were made for the convention to possibly return in 2021 (with 2020 badge holders given the option to receive a full refund or to roll over their badge to 2021),[33]it was announced on March 1, 2021, that the convention would be cancelled once again. Despite availability ofCOVID-19 vaccines,the organizers assessed that it was still premature and unsafe to hold an in-person event at Comic-Con's full scale on the originally-scheduled dates, and that Comic-Con International was exploring the possibility of holding a smaller in-person spin-off event later in the year. SDCC@Home would again be held, but in a downsized form.[35]A smaller in-person event, "San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition" was hosted in November 2021, with proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test required for admission, and face masks being mandatory.[36]The full-scale convention returned in July 2022; once again, face masks and proof of full COVID-19 vaccination was required.[37][38]
On July 13, 2023,SAG-AFTRAapproved astrikeafter failing to renew its contract with theAlliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers(AMPTP), marking the first time that both actors andwritershave concurrently been on strike since 1960.[39][40]As SAG-AFTRA members would be prohibited from participating in promotional work such as panels,[41][42]multiple major media companies pre-emptively pulled out of Comic-Con as early as June, includingDisney(including subsidiaries Marvel and Lucasfilm),Netflix, Inc.,Sony Pictures,andUniversal Pictures.[43]
Events
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On the Wednesday evening prior to the official opening, professionals, exhibitors, and pre-registered guests for all four days can attend a pre-event, dubbed "Preview Night," to give attendees the opportunity to walk the exhibit hall and see what will be available during the convention.
Along with panels,seminars,and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films and portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies. The evenings include events such as awards ceremonies, the annual Masquerade costume contest, and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival, which showcases shorts and feature-length movies that do not have distribution or distribution deals.
Traditional events include an eclectic film program, screening rooms devoted toJapanese animation,gaming, programs such as cartoonistScott Shaw!'s "Oddball Comics" slide show, Quick Draw! hosted byMark Evanierwith Shaw!,Sergio Aragonesand a guest cartoonist responding to improvisational prompts and games (a laWhose Line Is It Anyway?) and animation expertJerry Beck's program featuring TV's "worst cartoons ever", as well as over 350 hours of other programming on all aspects of comic books and pop culture.
Like most comic book conventions, Comic-Con features a large floorspace for exhibitors. These include media companies such asmovie studiosand TV networks, as well as comic-book dealers andcollectiblesmerchants. And like most comics conventions, Comic-Con includes an autograph area, as well as the Artists' Alley where comics artists can sign autographs and sell or do free sketches. Despite the name, artists' alleys can include writers and even models.
Academics and comic industry professionals annually hold theComics Arts Conferenceat Comic-Con, presenting scholarly studies on comics as a medium.
In recent years, the number of television shows that are promoted far outnumber films. During the 2011 convention, at least 80 TV shows were represented, compared to about 35 films.[44]The shows not only promote in the exhibit halls, but also use screenings and panels of various actors, writers, producers, and others from their shows.
Premium cable channelsHBOandShowtimehave used the con to promote programs likeGame of Thrones(HBO),Dexter(Showtime),Shameless(Showtime) andTrue Blood(HBO).[44][45][46]Streaming services,includingNetflixandAmazon Prime Video,have also had an increased presence at Comic-Con since the late-2010s.[43]
In 2013, there were 1075 total panels held during the convention, the plurality of which were anime-focused (29%), followed by comic-focused panels (26%). The 2013 convention had 1036 vendors.[47]
There are at least 17 separate rooms in the convention center used for panels and screenings, ranging in size from 280 seats to 6,100 seats. The two biggest are Ballroom 20, which seats approximately 4,900;[48]and Hall H, which seats just over 6,100.[49]
The neighboringHilton Bayfrontis also used, with its main ballroom (Indigo) seating up to 2,600.[50][51]The other neighboring hotel, theMarriott Marquis & Marina,also hosts a lot of Comic-Con activity. Among other things, the hotel serves as the anime headquarters and is where the nighttime films are shown.[50]
Locations and dates
[edit]In the media
[edit]Comic-Con has served as the setting forMark Hamill'sComic Book: The Movie,and foran episodeof theHBOtelevision seriesEntourage,the latter of which, while set at the event, was not filmed there. Comic-Con also served as an excuse for the fictional charactersSeth CohenandRyan Atwood's trip toTijuana, Mexicoinepisode 7 ( "The Escape" )of the first season of TV seriesThe O.C.The convention also featured prominently as a setting for theNumb3rsepisode "Graphic".In season 4 ofBeauty and the Geek,an episode was featured where the contestants traveled to Comic-Con 07 and were given a challenge to create their own superheroes. In an episode ofPunk'd,Hilary Swankgets Punk'd after an "attack from talking robot". In season 5, episode six, of theShowtimeshowWeeds,attendees from Comic-Con 2009 are seen in Silas and Doug's medicinal marijuana club.
Comic-Con featured at some length in the 2011 moviePaulwhich starsSimon PeggandNick Frost.[112]
Issue No. 72 ofThe Invincible Iron Man(January 1975) was set at the July–August 1974 Comic-Con at the El Cortez Hotel and featured cameos by a few of the special guests. The fifth Kelly Green graphic novelThe Comic-Con Heist(1987) written byLeonard Starrand drawn byStan Drakewas set at the 1983 con and depicted such regulars asWill Eisner,Milton Caniff,Burne HogarthandJack Kirbyalong withShel Dorf;it initially only appeared in French until Classic Comics Press issued a collection of all five volumes of the series in English in 2016.[113]Other comics set at the convention includeArchieNo. 538 (September 2003),Archie Giant SeriesNo. 601 (October 1989) and No. 624 (October 1991),G.I. JoeNo. 180 (July 2012),DazzlerNo. 30 (January 1984),Lobo Convention Special([September] 1993) andFanboys Vs Zombies.[114]1992–1995 the Con partnered withDark Horse Comicsfor an annualSan Diego Comic Con Comicsgiveaway to attendees spotlighting characters published by Dark Horse.[115]
Comic-Con is mentioned in the long-runningCBSgeek-targeted sitcomThe Big Bang Theoryin several episodes, and inNBC'sChuckin the episode "Chuck Versus the Sandworm",as an event the characters enjoy attending.[116][117]On theFuturamaepisode "Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences",the main characters attend the 3010 convention (with it being referred to as" Comic-Con Intergalactic "and the iconic eye logo now sporting multiple eyes), where Fry looks for approval for his own comic while Bender attends a panel fromMatt Groening(creator ofFuturamaas well asThe Simpsons) on his new show "Futurella" (a twist on the title of the show and a parody of its cancellation byFox).
In "It's My Party and I'll Bang If I Want To", an episode of the 2011 season ofThe Real World: San Diego,the cast attends Comic-Con made up aszombiesin order to pass out promotional flyers for theHouse of Blues,where they worked as part of their season work assignment.[118][119]FilmmakerMorgan Spurlockreleased a 2011 documentary feature film set at the convention,Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope.WriterRobert Salkowitzalso used the 2011 Comic-Con as a backdrop for his bookComic-Con and the Business of Pop Culture,an analysis of the comics industry's 21st-century dilemmas and what the future may hold.[120]
From 2015 to 2019,Conan O'Brienrecorded a week of live shows from Comic-Con at the nearbySpreckels Theatre.[121]
In 2015, theFood NetworkseriesCake Mastershad an episode whereDuff Goldmanpresented a cake at Comic-Con to the cast ofFantastic Four.[122]
Comic-Con Begins Podcast
[edit]In 2020,SiriusXMin association withStitcherstarted production onCOMIC-CON BEGINS: Origin Stories of the San Diego Comic-Con and the Rise of Modern Fandom.The podcast is a six-part mini-series chronicling the birth and evolution of San Diego Comic-Con, and is told by over 50 of the original contributors. Among the founders there are also interviews with celebrities likeFelicia Day,Ho Che Anderson,Jackie Estrada,Scott Aukerman,Trina Robbins,Kevin Smith,Neil Gaiman,andBruce Campbell.Hosted byBrinke StevensofSlumber Party Massacre.[123]The podcast was expanded into the bookSee You at San Diego: An Oral History of Comic-Con, Fandom, and the Triumph of Geek Cultureby creatorMathew Klicksteinand published byFantagraphicson September 6, 2022.[124]The book includes forewords by cartoonistsStan SakaiandJeff Smith,and an afterword byWu-Tang Clan'sRZA.The audiobook version was released on the same day byBlackstone Audio.[125]
On March 28, 2024, it was announced that Academy Award and Emmy Award nominated executive producerDavid Permutand producer Oscar Boyson will be creating a feature-length documentary about Comic-Con, based on the book and podcast series.[126]
Comic-Con Magazine
[edit]Comic-Con Magazine,formerly known asUpdate,is the official magazine of Comic-Con,WonderCon,and SAM: Storytelling Across Media, published free by San Diego Comic-Con International in the United States. The seed ofComic-Con Magazinewas a shortone-shotissue ofThe Spirit,based on Comic-Con and sold exclusively in 1976 at Comic-Con. TheComic-Con Magazinedebuted asUpdatein July 2005 and mainly focused on the winners of theEisner Awards.[127]The lastUpdateissue appeared in July 2008;[128]then it went on hiatus. When it came back, it was asComic-Con Magazine,which not only covered San Diego Comic-Con, but alsoWonderConand theAlternative Press Expo,more commonly known as APE (which the con owned through 2014). The newComic-Con Magazinefeatures interviews with Comic-Con attendees and complete coverage of the Comic-Con events.[129][130]The fourth issue ofComic-Con Magazinewas a hybrid with Comic-Con's Souvenir Book with cover art byAlex Ross,in full color and exclusive to Comic-Con attendees.[129][131]
Exhibitors
[edit]A large number of exhibitors from art, comics, games, film, TV, and publishing make their appearance at Comic-Con.
There are three types of exhibitors at San Diego Comic Con. Inside the convention center, which requires a badge to visit during the convention, includes artists alley and the main exhibitor hall. Artist Alley is for up and coming artists who are new to the pop culture world by selling their new books, comics, toys, and or services. They range from local companies and businesses in Southern California to international ones, but are mainly private endeavors. Artist Alley is usually located in Hall G of the convention center. Spaces for these exhibitors are highly sought after and are on a lottery and need-based system.[132]
The main exhibit hall, which includes larger well-recognized companies, takes up halls F through A. These companies sell or promote new and upcoming movies, television shows, and video games as well as featuring toys and exclusives with many selling for hundreds or even thousands on the secondary markets outside the convention. Some notable recurring companies includeLego,Hasbro,Funko,Hallmark Cards,Nickelodeon,Cartoon Network,The Walt Disney Company,andBlizzard Entertainment.In the 21st century, the convention has drawn toy and collectibles designers who sell "Comic-Con Exclusive" products. Most such exclusives are licensed properties of film, comic book and animation characters.
Off site
[edit]The other type of exhibitors include offsite exhibitors, booths and events which are located outside the convention center. These locations are usually within walking distance of the convention center but have been moving into nearby parks in recent years. Some notable examples includeGaslamp Quarter, San Diego,Petco Park,andChildren's Park (San Diego).[133]In recent years, these offsite events have no connection to Comic-Con.[134]In the past, most sites have not required a Comic-Con badge.[135]In 2017, one example was a virtual reality and immersive set based on the movieBlade Runner 2049.[136]In 2018, these examples included aTaco BellDemolition Manthemedpop-up restaurantin the Gaslamp;[137]and aShake ShackBob's Burgersthemed pop-up restaurant inMission Valley.[138]However, there are some official offsite events that require a badge.[139]In 2018, it was estimated that nearly 200,000 people would be in downtown San Diego due to Comic-Con related exhibits and events.[140]
Overcrowding
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Capacity attendance at Comic-Con in 2006 and 2007 has caused crowding issues. Concerns have been raised that the event is possibly too large for theSan Diego Convention Center,Comic-Con's home through at least 2024.[141]In 2006, Comic-Con, for the first time, had to close registration for a few hours on Saturday to accommodate crowds. In response, for 2007, Comic-Con introduced a new three-day membership that did not include Saturday. Nevertheless, the 2007 show went on to sell out Saturday, as well as Friday and Sunday for the first time. Additionally, both the four-day and three-day memberships sold out for the first time. For 2008, the three-day memberships were abandoned and the convention decided to sell memberships only in advance, with no on-site registration.[142]In 2008, all memberships were sold out before the convention for the first time. This sellout has given rise to the new phenomenon of Comic-Con memberships beingscalpedfor exorbitant prices on websites such aseBayandCraigslist.[143]
In April 2008, David Glanzer, Comic-Con's director of marketing and public relations, commented on the organization's desire to remain in San Diego:
We've been approached by other cities, [but] I don't think anybody wants to leave San Diego. I certainly don't. It's a perfect fit for us. It's expensive, whether it be paying for the street signs that tell you what streets are closed, or for any police or the hall or any of the myriad things, it's expensive. But it's a great city. There's been some talk of expansion of the center, which we would certainly welcome. Hopefully if everything lines up, we will be here for many more years.[13]
Heidi McDonaldreported on her blogThe Beatas of October 7, 2009, Preview Night for the 2010 show had already sold out. Glazner explained the early sell-out:
For 2010 the decision was made to offer an option (of whether they wanted to attend Preview Night) to those who pre-registered for four-day badges. We limited the number of badges for Preview Night to the number of those who attended in 2008.[144]
Mark Evanier on his blogNews from MEnoted as of November 9, 2009, that all 4-day passes for the 2010 show had already been sold out.[145]On February 23, 2010,The Orange County Registerreported that the largerAnaheim Convention CenterinAnaheimwould be making a bid to become the new home of Comic-Con starting in 2013.[146]On September 30, 2010, Comic Con announced that they had extended their stay up to 2015. TheNorth County Timesreported on July 26, 2010, that 4-day passes with access to Preview night for the 2011 Convention had sold out two hours before the 2010 convention closed.[147]Comic-Con International announced that 4-day passes for the 2014 convention (July 24–27) would no longer be available and only single days would be sold.[148]Due to overcrowding, organizers of the event capped attendance;[149]this cap has been in place since 2007.[150]
As of October 2013, a $520 million proposed expansion to the San Diego Convention Center received approval from the California Coastal Commission.[151]The proposed expansion would increase the available space within the convention center and had a target completion date of early 2016.[152]The expansion would add approximately 225,000 square feet of exhibit space, an additional 35%; and a brand-new 80,000 square foot ballroom, 20% larger than Hall H. The plan would also add a second tower to the Hilton Bayfront hotel, adding 500 rooms adjacent to the Convention Center.[153]Due to the proposed expansion of the convention center, Comic Con extended its contract for San Diego to 2016.[154]In 2014, convention center expansion was halted due to a lawsuit.[155]As of July 2015, convention center expansion is effectively frozen, partly because the city no longer has financing lined up for it (any financing plan would involve taxpayer money and would have to be approved by a public vote), and partly because the city lost the rights to the only contiguous parcel of land where expansion could occur.[156]Other cities, including Los Angeles, began to seek to have Comic-Con move out of San Diego;[157]In 2015, Comic-Con entered into negotiations with San Diego.[158]As a result of these negotiations, Comic-Con entered into a contract to stay in San Diego through 2018.[159]The commitment to San Diego was extended to 2021,[160]then to 2024.[161]
Accidents and incidents
[edit]In 2012, a 53-year old woman was struck and killed by a motorist Tuesday as she tried to cross the street in front of the San Diego Convention Center, police said. The woman tripped and hit the car while crossing at the intersection of 5th and Harbor. She had been part of the crowd camping out for the Twilight panel.[162]
In 2013, a young woman attempted to jump off the balcony of a local high-rise, but nearby stuntmen prevented it.[163]
In 2014, multiple pedestrians marching in an off-site ZombieWalk were struck by a car forcing its way through an intersection.[164]A 64-year-old woman sustained serious injuries to her arm; two others had minor injuries.[165][166]
The same year, a teenage cosplayer was initially thought to have beensexually assaultedearly Sunday morning, and a suspect was arrested on Sunday at the San Diego Marriott Hotel and Marina.[167]Police later stated that the teenage girl was injured in a fall; the arrested individual was released without any charges.[168]
In 2024, athree-alarmkitchen fire started in a nearby steakhouse caused the evacuation of around 1200 attendees of an "Iceberg Lounge" promotional event for the HBO seriesThe Penguin.[169][170][171]The next day, actressJennifer Garnergot stuck in an elevator and had to call the fire department to get her out.[172][173]Also in 2024, the "San DiegoHuman TraffickingTask Force "conducted a multi-agency undercover operation that arrested 14 and rescued 10 victims.[174]According to theCalifornia Attorney General's Office,“sex buyers using the San Diego Comic-Con Convention to seek out potential victims.”[175]
Trademark
[edit]In 2014, San Diego Comic-Con sent acease and desistorder to the organizers ofSalt Lake Comic Con,asserting that "Comic-Con" and "Comic-Con International" wereregistered trademarksof the convention, and that use of the term "comic con" in any form wastrademark infringementas it implies an unauthorized association with San Diego Comic-Con.[176]A U.S. court ruled in favor of San Diego Comic-Con and awarded $20,000 in damages (albeit not considering the infringement to be willful). Phoenix Comiccon changed its name toPhoenix Comic Festas a proactive move to avoid possible legal issues in the wake of this ruling. They then filed a motion in an Arizona Federal Court to strike down San Diego Comic Convention's trademark[177]In 2017, the Salt Lake Comic Con changed its name to FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention (or just FanX).[178]On January 16, 2018, Salt Lake Comic Con filed a motion for a new trial.[179][180]
See also
[edit]- Comic book convention
- Comic Art Convention
- Fandom
- San Diego, California
- Science fiction convention
- WonderCon
- Comic-Con Museum
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Further reading
[edit]- Bill Schelly."The Comic-Con of Destiny"ArchivedApril 9, 2023, at theWayback Machine.Comic-Con Souvenir Book2019. pp. 14–32.
- The "Secret Origin" of San Diego's Comic-Con International
- San Diego Comic-Con – Frequently Asked Questions
- Comic-Con Begins oral history
External links
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- Official website
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- 2000–2009 Eisner Award winners,Comic-Con International San Diego.Archivedfrom the original on February 1, 2015.
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