C2E2

From heroes and villains we know and love, to deep cut characters that surprise us in the best way, C2E2 cosplayers ALWAYS deliver ⚡️

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It’s almost time 👀 Tickets for C2E2 2027 go on sale next week! We’ve got a whole lot planned for next year, and you’re going to want to be there. ❤️ c2e22027.com/buytickets

VIP & Popverse Superfan Presale: Wednesday, September 9 at 12:00 PM CT*
General On-Sale: Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM CT

*Want access to the presale? Purchase a Superfan membership by Tuesday, September 7 at 11:59 PM CT https://bit.ly/4i27HEA

Calling all artists and storytellers! Applications for Artist Alley and Writers Block are officially OPEN now through January 8, 2027. Whether you're an illustrator, author, comic creator, or a crafty creative, we want to see what you'll bring to C2E2 2027. ✨

🎨 Artist Alley Application: c2e22027.com/artistalleyapps

📚 Writers Block Application: c2e22027.com/writersblockapps

Whether it’s meeting with fellow nerds, seeing all the incredible cosplays, or finding a community that celebrates what makes us different, everyone has their fav C2E2 moment. Tell us yours! 🤩

Time to turn up, Chicago!

🎶C2E2 2027’s theme is MUSIC FESTIVAL!🎶

The stage is set, and the lineup is coming packed with amazing headliners and surprises that’ll have you running to the barricade.

Join us April 30 - May 2 for an encore-worthy weekend!

Treat yourself to something nice this Labor Day! ✍️👀 Our friends at are celebrating Labor Day with 20% OFF all signed flats 8x10 and larger, including new inventory fresh from Florida Supercon! For each $250 spent get a FREE signed mystery 8x10 print (no limit).

Popverse Members get first access September 3 with a special 24-hour presale. The regular sale runs from September 4 to September 7 at 12 PM PT.

Shop the Signed Series Labor Day Sale: nycc.io/SigSeries

I think we all can agree this year was A.W.E.S.O.M.-O! 🤖 So tell us, what do you want to see in 2027? Drop it in the comments below! 👇

Think you know what our 2027 theme is from the pixelated image? Go ahead, give it your best guess in the comments 😎

The C2E2 stage is calling your name 🎤

Panel and Talent Show applications are officially OPEN! Bring us your talents, big ideas, hot takes, and the kind of geeky chaos only C2E2 can handle.

Both Panel & Talent Show applications close on November 17. Ready to take the stage? 👀 Apply now:

C2E22027.com/PanelApps
C2E22027.com/TalentShow

Chicago’s geekiest weekend returns April 30-May 2, 2027! Save the date; tickets go on sale soon:

📅️ Popverse Superfan Presale: Wednesday, September 9 at 12:00 PM CT
📅️ General On Sale: Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM CT

Check out ticket types and pricing: C2E22027.com/TicketInfo

Want access to the presale? Become a Popverse Superfan Member for early access to tickets, Photo Ops & Autographs, access to the C2E2 Superfan Lounge, and more. Learn more about how to become a Popverse Superfan by clicking the link in bio!

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