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| By Erin Maxwell |
Each year, fanboys, cosplayers and ne’er-do-wells flock to San Diego to stand in line in the wee hours of the morning, get into shoving matches over aisle space between booths and to pay through the nose for a cheese tortilla outside Ballroom 20 that roughly costs the same as a tank of gas.
Oh, Comic-Con. How I love thee.
However, once the day is gone and the panels have ended, this leaves the question of: what next.
For those of you who are tired of the Hyatt bar or have failed at shmoozing yourself into the EW party, here is a list of fun things you can attend at the Con.
(All text is blatantly stolen from assorted press releases):
Welcome to Night Vale Tumblr Meetup
When: Saturday, July 11, 1:00pm – 4:00 pm
Where: Basic Pizza – 410 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Description: “Tumblr will host its fourth annual SDCC fandom Tumblr Meetup, this year’s bringing together the fans of “Welcome to Night Vale” — the twice-monthly podcast in the style of a radio show that broadcasts community updates for the fictional town of Night Vale. The meetup will include activities that all those who “hail the mighty glow cloud” will understand, like an intern sign-up station, third-eye tattooing, giveaways of custom-WTNV swag, and of course, live readings from the authors. Free, all ages, first come, first serve, no badges necessary.”
American Horror Story: Hotel Walk-Thru
Where: FX Fearless Arena, Hilton Bayfront Park
Description: “Ryan Murphy’s hit anthology horror series American Horror Story is back this fall with its fifth installment, Hotel, and FX is building a two-story model hotel to give viewers a taste of the era. Then fans will be able to venture inside one of eight “gifting suites” in order to capture the most flying bills and earn prizes.”
Fargo Snow Globe
Where: FX Fearless Arena, Hilton Bayfront Park
Description: “Aw jeez, a blizzard in San Diego? Step inside a giant 20-foot inflatable snow globe featuring snow flurries and a façade of a Waffle Hut – a key location in the second installment of the award-winning limited series Fargo which returns to FX this fall.”
The Bastard Executioner
Where: FX Fearless Arena, Hilton Bayfront Park
Description: “Escape the Forest” is the ideal duel inspired by Kurt Sutter’s upcoming medieval drama The Bastard Executioner. Visitors don the mantle of “warriors” and square off against each other to prove their prowess with a high striker, a cross-bow, and a final puzzle challenge that will help them escape the “forest” and win a TBX-themed hooded t-shirt. The Bastard Executioner will debut on FX this fall.
‘Star Girls’ Burlesque VIP Experience Show
When: July 9 and 10
Where: Sevilla Nightclub
Description: “Devils Playground brings their original Star Wars parody burlesque show, “Star Girls,” to Comic-Con for a two-night run. The VIP Experience performances include guaranteed seating, an 8×10 signed cast photo, 2 drinks, and a meet-and-greet with the performers before the show, from 7 to 7:30pm, with the performance starting at 8. The shows are at Sevilla Nightclub in the Gaslamp, a block from the convention center.”
Thursday 7/9 show: Tickets at TicketFly ($75)
Friday 7/10 show: Tickets at TicketFly ($75)
Marked Men VI: Songhammer LIVE
When: Friday, July 10 at 8:00pm
Where: 1942 N Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92101
Description: “Join Fanboy Brandon and the mighty Songhammer aboard the 140 year old “Star Of India” for one of San Diego Comic-Con International’s most EPIC afterparties, Marked Men VI”
Adult Swim On The Green
When: Carnival hours are Thursday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Description: “This brand new experience for fans, Adult Swim activities will include the Carnival Midway, free nightly screenings, Rick and Morty spaceship sighting, and the Meatwad Full Dome Experience. All events are free with RSVP at www.adultswimpresents.com, 18+ and a convention badge is required.
The Carnival Midway offers fans a chance to play custom and classic carnival games to win tickets and redeem them for prizes. Games and booths include Smack Up My Uvula, Flunko, SkeeBalls, Dreadageddon, Put a Ring On It, Face Painting, and a live screen printed free t-shirt tent.”
Doctor Who Fan Meet-Up
When: Saturday, July 11th from 2:30 to 4:30pm PT.
Where: House of Blues, 1056 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. (This address is a different entrance from what comes up if you just search House of Blues!)
Description: Hello Whovians. We’re excited to announce today that there will be an official Doctor Who Fan Meetup during San Diego Comic Con!
Click HERE for all of the details.
The Great Room Escape
When: July 9, 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Where: 424 Market Street, San Diego, CA United States
Description: “The Great Room Escape is open now at the Haunted Hotel and will be running through August, with several escape times scheduled during Comic-Con. You work together with your team of friends or strangers to find and solve clues hidden throughout the room — a science lab — all while avoiding the chained zombie doctor. You have an hour to solve the puzzles, and to save humanity.
Check GreatRoomEscapeSanDiego.com for their schedule and to make a reservation.”
The Nerdist Conival Featuring Geek & Sundry & Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls
When: July 9-12 from 11AM-5PM
Where: Petco Park
Description: “The Nerdist is heading to Petco Park on July 9-12 from 11AM-5PM, along with Geek & Sundry and Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls, for four fun-filled days of The Nerdist Conival, which will feature podcast interviews, games, prizes, and more. Best of all, it’s free!
The Nerdist will be partnering with 2K and Gearbox Software for Battleborn Laser Tag, where attendees can shoot ‘em up inside a custom maze. The game is free to the public.”
Nintendo Gaming Lounge
When: July 9 @ 10:00 AM – July 11 @ 7:00 PM
Where: Marriott Marquis & Marina
Description: “Gaming giant Nintendo has had a strong presence at San Diego Comic-Con for years, with its Nintendo Gaming Lounge at the Marriott Marquis & Marina. Attendees will be pleased to learn that it’s coming back, and Nintendo plans to power up unreleased playable games, fan tournaments, game demonstrations, and more.”
SHELLSHOCKED: A TMNT Art Show
When: July 7, 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM
Where: Thumbprint Gallery, thumbprintgallerysd.com
Description: “For those in town early this year, Thumbprint Galleries will be holding a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themed art show at Basic Urban Kitchen + Bar. The event will be Tuesday, July 7, starting at 7pm. The show is free for all, however the venue is 21+. “
Roddenberry Adventures: The 7th Annual Comic-Con Dive
When: 8:30am on Thursday, July 9
Description: “The Roddenberry dive teams returns to Comic-Con with their 7th annual early-morning dive, at 8:30am on Thursday, July 9, followed by Point Loma’s underwater kelp forest.
The morning of July 9, up to 16 divers can join Rod Roddenberry and the Roddenberry Adventures team in a visit to the mysterious Ruby E and Point Loma. Please visit the team’s event page for more information. A RSVP is required for the dive, as space is limited.”
