BALTIMORE COMIC CON Information And New Updates

Baltimore Comic-Con 2021 Kicks Off Tomorrow!

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - October 21, 2021 - The 22nd Annual Baltimore Comic-Con kicks-off tomorrow afternoon, Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Baltimore Convention Center! The show floor will open at 1:00 pm (12:30 pm for VIP Ticket holders), but box offices will be open as early as 9:00 am.

Here are a few last-minute reminders for attendees:

We are in the Charles Street Lobby this year (on the Inner Harbor side of the convention center instead of being closest to Camden Yards, with the fountain in the lobby). Online ticket sales end Thursday afternoon. Be sure to arrive early, as lines to enter when the show floor opens will begin to form early. All attendees must bring EITHER a proof of vaccination (we will accept photos of your vaccination card) OR a negative COVID test taken within 72 hours of initial attendance (rapid tests are acceptable, home tests are not). All attendees need to bring their receipt from their online ticket purchase or their physical tickets and a photo ID, and follow directions of staff members to guide them to the proper lines where their receipts will be scanned and collected, and wristbands issued. Those who purchased the VIP Packages should go the VIP booth near WILL CALL to attain their packages. Some VIP and Fan Package tickets remain available for sale at baltimorecomiccon.com. Unsold tickets will be available at the ticket counter while supplies last.

The Joe Quesada Platinum Signing will be Saturday at 1:00pm in Room 317. The Joe Quesada Gold Signing will be Saturday at 3:00pm in Room 317. Joe Quesadaautograph signings (Silver) will occur at 5:00pm in Room 317. To purchase Joe Quesada Autographs and/or remaining Fan Packages, go to the Tickets page. The Brian K. Vaughan Friday Meet and Greet will be at 3:00pm in Room 324. The Brian K. Vaughan Saturday Meet and Greet will be 3:00pm in Room 324. The 11th Annual Costume Contest, sponsored by Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore, will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2019 at 3:30 pm for adults (professional and amateur), and Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 2:30 pm for children. Registration will begin as soon as the show opens at 10:00 am and lasts until 1:00 pm each respective contest day. Contest Registration forms will be handed out at the Costume Contest Booth located in booth #1200 for all patrons interested in entering the costume contest. Over-18 registration will cost $10 for professionals, $5 for amateurs, and $10 for groups. Under-18 registration will be free. There will be ATMs available throughout the show for your convenience. Maps for the show are now posted. To ensure everyone has a safe and fun weekend, please familiarize yourself with the Baltimore Comic-Con Harassment Policy and Weapons Policy. Bring your comfortable shoes and stay hydrated. Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok, and follow us on SnapChat for all the latest updates and announcements throughout the show.

Unfortunately, the following previously-announced guests will not be joining us this year: Marty Baumann, Brian Michael Bendis, Howard Chaykin, Katie Cook, Kristina Deak-Linsner, Monica Gallagher, Joe Giella, Laura Lee Gulledge, Klaus Janson, Chris Kemple, Joseph Michael Linsner, Howard Mackie, Frank Miller, Terry Moore, Richard Pace, Tom Palmer, Brandon Peterson, Tom Raney, Louise Simonson, Walter Simonson, John K. Snyder III, Jill Thompson, Timothy Truman, Mark Waid, Lee Weeks, Gene Luen Yang. We hope to see them in the future!

SAVE THE DATE! BALTIMORE COMIC-CON 2022! That's right! Mark your calendars now for the Baltimore Comic-Con's 23st Anniversary Show, which will take place the weekend of October 28-30, 2022 at the Baltimore Convention Center. You definitely won't want to miss it! We'll see YOU in Baltimore!

GUARANTEED PARKING We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation's leading parking reservations app. To reserve your parking spot, visit the Baltimore Comic Con SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.

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Tickets that are now on sale include: Weekend Friday only Saturday only Sunday only VIP Creator Fan Packages As always, children 10 and under are free with a paid adult admission!

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COVID Policy Due to concerns over the spread of COVID, we will be putting some safety measures in place. Approved face coverings will be worn by all while indoors at the convention, meeting the City of Baltimore's mask mandate. Must fit properly and snugly, fully cove ring both the nose and mouth and secure under the chin. Face coverings with valves, mesh, costume masks, damaged masks, neck gaiters, and face coverings that cannot be secured under the chin will not be allowed. Face coverings must be visible at all times. Any headwear or cosplay pieces that cover the face in a way that does not visibly follow the face covering policy will not be allowed. Proof of vaccination -OR- Proof of a negative COVID test within 72 hours of admission Proof of vaccination with any vaccine approved or authorized by the WHO or the FDA may be presented on a smart phone, or with a physical copy of the card along with a government issued ID that matches the name on the proof. Self-test results will not be accepted as proof of a negative COVID test. Applies to all attendees, vendors, guests, and convention staff.