Jedi Padawans, wannabe wizards and galactic heroes will descend on Swindon’s STEAM Museum as Comic Con returns for the third time next month.
Taking place on Saturday 21 June, the event, run by Stars of Time, who organise the very successful annual Comic Con at the Tropicana in Weston-Super-Mare, will allow fans of Star Wars, Marvel, Doctor Who, Indiana Jones and many more to meet and experience different aspects of their favourite universes.
This year’s event features an amazing array of guest stars, including Ronnie Le Drew with Sooty and Sweep, Nicola Bryant (Doctor Who), Filiz Fairweather (Wicked), and many more.
It will also feature prop displays such as Scooby Doo’s Mystery Machine, Harry Potter, Doctor Who, Star Wars and Toy Story.
As well as special events including a potion-making class, competitions, character meet and greets and entertainment, those looking to battle the dark side will also be able to take part in lightsaber training and enjoy a dedicated Star Wars Zone.
Pop culture fans attending the Comic Con are invited to arrive dressed-up as their favourite TV, film or other fictional character and will be able to enter a free cosplay competition during the event.
There will also be opportunities for fans to explore a wide range of merchandise from various traders that specialise in all things pop culture.
Cllr Marina Strinkovsky, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Placemaking and Planning, said: “Comic Con is one of the most fun events in the calendar and I’m so glad it’s a regular thing now.
“It gives kids of all ages the chance to get creative with cosplay and fan art, and to meet other people who share their passion. It’s wonderful to see younger Comic Conners meet a moving, talking Dalek for the first time or take a selfie with Princess Leia.
“STEAM is a brilliant setting for everything from Steampunk (obviously) to video game art, and we’re lucky that our town’s history can be part of our present and not just something in the past.
“If you’ve got any interest in pop culture, TV shows, movies or video games, STEAM is the place for you to be next month.”
Tickets for the event can be booked on the STEAM Museum website at £17.50 per adult and £13 per child.
As well as special events including a potion-making class, competitions, character meet and greets and entertainment, those looking to battle the dark side will also be able to take part in lightsaber training and enjoy a dedicated Star Wars Zone.
Pop culture fans attending the Comic Con are invited to arrive dressed-up as their favourite TV, film or other fictional character and will be able to enter a free cosplay competition during the event.
There will also be opportunities for fans to explore a wide range of merchandise from various traders that specialise in all things pop culture.
Cllr Marina Strinkovsky, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Placemaking and Planning, said: “Comic Con is one of the most fun events in the calendar and I’m so glad it’s a regular thing now.
“It gives kids of all ages the chance to get creative with cosplay and fan art, and to meet other people who share their passion. It’s wonderful to see younger Comic Conners meet a moving, talking Dalek for the first time or take a selfie with Princess Leia.
“STEAM is a brilliant setting for everything from Steampunk (obviously) to video game art, and we’re lucky that our town’s history can be part of our present and not just something in the past.
“If you’ve got any interest in pop culture, TV shows, movies or video games, STEAM is the place for you to be next month.”
Tickets for the event can be booked on the STEAM Museum website at £17.50 per adult and £13 per child.
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