Rose City Comic Con Announces
Features for 2019 Convention
Oregon Convention Center Filled with Highlights from Dark Horse Comics,
Oni Press, University of Oregon and more from September 13-15
Oregon’s premier comic con, Rose City Comic Con, recently announced exclusive offerings and unique features from partners for the 2019 show taking place at the Oregon Convention Center September 13 – September 15. Attendees can start planning their Rose City Comic Con experience and view the full schedule of activations at https://rosecitycomiccon.com.
With a focus on comics, comic creators, and the creative process Rose City Comic Con partners with Oni Press and Dark Horse Comics to give attendees an inside look at the art a chance to meet fan-favorite creators. Convention goers can visit Dark Horse Comics on the convention floor all three days of the show for exclusive releases, signings with creators, and snap a picture in their photobooth. Oni Press will also release Rick and Morty #41 and Invader Zim #46 exclusively at Rose City Comic Con. Both editions will be available at the merch booth at the show while supplies last. Portland artist, Ben Dewey, artist and author of I Was The Cat, published by Oni, will also be at the Helioscope booth on the show floor throughout the weekend to meet fans.
The University of Oregon will also have a large presence at the show. Unique to the university is their interdisciplinary Comics and Cartoon Studies minor. First in the country of its kind, this field of study offers an international, historical and critical perspective on the art of comics from across the artistic discipline. This diverse minor allows students to understand the art, visual media, and linguistics from a unique disciplinary lens. Prospective students and their families can meet with staff to ask questions about student life for local Ducks.
Stumptown, the highly anticipated ABC drama set in Portland and based on the graphic novel series premieres 9/25 at 10/9c. Join us for a special advance screening of the first episode followed by a Q&A with cast members Michael Ealy, Camryn Manheim, Tantoo Cardinal, Cole Sibus, Adrian Martinez, graphic novel author Greg Rucka and executive producers.
Those looking for a local beer throughout the weekend can stop by the Ninkasi beer garden and get a taste of Portland’s finest! Java Monster will be serving complimentary Java Monster, Espresso Monster, and Caffe Monster inside and outside the expo all weekend long!
Rose City Comic Con’s longest running sponsor Rainy Day Games returns for 2019 to present table top games while Portland Retro Gaming returns to offer classic arcade and console games filled with nostalgia. A full schedule of the gaming tournaments is available at https://rosecitycomiccon.com/gaming/
Potterheads have a unique opportunity to gather with other fans with the help of LeakyCon. LeakyCon is the world’s largest unofficial convention for fans of Harry Potter and J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World. Lions, badgers, eagles, and snakes can meet new friends and house meet ups throughout the convention. There will also be a Charity House Cup Challenge benefitting the Harry Potter Alliance. Fans can also get their shopping done at their Wizarding Alley on the show floor and meet makers and craftsmen that love all things Harry Potter too.
Back again for 2019, is the ever-popular costume contest. Get dolled up in your best cosplay and show off your design skills to compete for cash prizes. Participants are limited, but all are welcome to attend and watch. Convention goers can register for the content at https://rosecitycomiccon.com/costumecontest/.
The party doesn’t stop at Rose City Comic Con when the convention floor closes for the night. Friday the 13th is sure to bring all things paranormal to the forefront on the haunted tour of Portland with Northwest Ghost Tours. The two hour walking tour will cover the most haunted 40 blocks in Portland.
Those easily scared can instead opt into The Wizards Beer Festival at The Melody Events Center. A ticket to this magical after party includes tastings of over twenty magical beers, multiple magical photo ops, wizardy vendors, and live music from the Slytherin Sisters and DJ Dumbeldore.
WEBSITE & MOBILE APP: https://rosecitycomiccon.com/ and the Rose City Comic Con app have the most up to date information and schedules. Find the app by searching for “Rose City Comic Con” in the App Store or Google Play Store.
Fans and attendees can keep up with Rose City Comic Con’s social media channels (links below) for all the latest announcements.
WHEN:
Friday, September 13
(Exhibit hall hours 1pm – 8pm)
Saturday, September 14
(Exhibit hall hours 10am – 7pm)
Sunday, September 15
(Exhibit hall hours 10am – 5pm)
WHERE:
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Portland, Oregon 97232
TICKETS:
Daily and full weekend passes are available. Badges purchased before July 25th can be mailed to a provided address, saving convention-goers time from waiting in line. Prices will increase at the door.
- Friday Only Admission: $35
- Saturday Only Admission: $45
- Sunday Only Admission: $40
- 3-Day Weekend Pass: $75
- 3-Day Premium Pass: $139.99
- Kids Admission: $15. Valid for kids ages 3-10. Valid for full weekend or any day individually.
Get Tickets NOW to Rose City Comic Con 2019!
Be sure to check Rose City Comic Con’s website (link below), as it is updated regularly with new guests, exciting exhibitors, and special programming!
Rose City Comic Con
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Founded in 2011, Rose City Comic Con quickly became Portland’s largest and most diverse comics convention. Building from the strong, independent creative community in the city and combining well-known creators, celebrity guests, and cosplay enthusiasts in a family-friendly atmosphere, RCCC brings together a variety of passionate fans in one epic weekend.
LeftField Media
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LeftField Media, LLC is an events company focused on developing face-to-face events in a range of communities rooted in contemporary culture and shared passion. LeftField was formed in 2014 by Greg Topalian (President, LeftField Media) and is now owned by Topalian and Clarion Events Ltd. With a keen sense of the evolving needs of businesses and their consumers, as well as new opportunities created by change, LeftField takes a clean slate approach to its work. LeftField’s portfolio includes Awesome Con (awesomecon.com), Washington D.C.’s Comic Con; Rose City Comic Con (rosecitycomiccon.com), in Portland, O.R.; Big Easy Con (bigeasycon.com), in New Orleans, L.A.; and Anime NYC (animenyc.com), a Japanese pop culture festival in New York City. LeftField Media is headquartered in historic Trumbull, C.T. (leftfieldmedia.com).
