The organisers of Portsmouth Comic Con – International Festival of Comics have today announced that they will be moving the 2023 event planned for the weekend of Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th May 2023, to the new dates of Saturday 3rd – Sunday 4th June 2023 to avoid a clash with the coronation of King Charles III.
Tickets that have already been purchased will remain valid for the hugely popular event that normally sells out before the weekend even opens.
Event Director Nick Coles said, “Until full plans for the coronation are announced this creates some uncertainty for us as event organisers and the potential impact this could have on the Con. Given the size that the event now is and the multiple elements that go into it, after taking several factors into consideration and discussions with our community partners, we have decided it is safer to move the event now rather than be faced with a more challenging move further down the line.”
The event, which only went on sale last month, presents the best in comic, film, TV and pop culture entertainment in the biggest family-friendly Comic Con of its kind.
You can meet the creators behind your favourite comics, delve into the works behind film and explore some of the biggest franchises around through an exciting range of panels, displays and exhibitions including a celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Dr Who and a step into Jurassic Park, plus an incredible range of merch to takeaway.
Join the colourful Cosplay Parade and marvel at the creativity of the guest costumers and enjoy a whole heap of interactive fun including retro and board gaming, workshops and a showcase of VR and Creative Futures Technology with the University of Portsmouth.
The special themes that have been announced for 2023 are Villains and the Multiverse!
- On Saturday, while surrounded by superheroes, we shine a light on the villains of the piece, without who there would be no adversity to overcome and no heroes! Meet the characters we all love to hate and celebrate the evil genius of their dastardly plans.
- On Sunday, we invite you to join us in the Portsmouth Comic Con multiverse, a place where we encourage you to be whatever/whoever you want to be. Come cosplayed as the character you would most like to be a variant of and make it your own. All while we celebrate the marvel universe and all its multiverse powers.
There really is something for everyone aged 3-100+ at Portsmouth Comic Con. If you’re serious about comics, love Marvel/DC and cult series or simply looking for a fun day out – this is the event for you!
Limited Super Early Bird tickets are now on-sale until 31st October at www.portsmouthcomiccon.com and follow Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok for announcements as they happen.
Existing ticket holders will be contacted by their point or purchase.
