The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo was first held in 2006. It was dedicated not only to comics but also to the entertainment industry that crosses over with comics. It has since grown into Western Canada’s largest expo of it’s kind. The first year saw 3000 visitors come through the doors, year two had over 6500 and this year it is expected to have over 10, 000 people attend. Each year has seen the size of the venue increase along with the numbers and this year, for the first time, it will last for two full days.

Each year the expo has hosted big name guests in both the entertainment and comic industry including; Peter Mayhew, Robert Picardo, Ray Park, Paul Dini, and Gail Simmone. This year is no exception. In attendance will be, George Takei, Kevin Sorbo, Tricia Helfer, Doug Jones, Liana K and Ed The Sock (from “Ed and Red’s Night Party”), Bruce Timm and Mark Waid; plus many, many others.

There is a huge variety of things to do at the show. There will be a live auction featuring an assortment of promotional artwork, photo opps and autograph sessions with the celebrities, a costume contest, and two days filled with assorted gaming. Of course there are also numerous booths selling comics and all manner of comic related merchandise. One thing in particular that I personally missed out on last year, that I definitely will be getting done this time is a Zombie Portrait by Tank. I will find out what I might look like if I ever become one of the undead.

One of Red Deer Digest’s Featured businesses, Amazing Fantasy, is one of the sponsors this year. You can buy advance tickets to the show directly from Dave or from one of the other sponsors; Happy Harbour Comics (Edmonton) or Red Skull Comics (Calgary). Otherwise they will be available at the door. For more information and a complete guest list go to: www.calgaryexpo.com

Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo
Saturday, April 26th from 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday, April 27th from 10:00am - 6:00pm
Calgary, Alberta
Roundup Centre, Hall D at Stampede Park
20 Roundup Way SE

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