THE Comic Con in Worcester is just around the corner and here is a quick guide to what to expect and the best way to enjoy all the action.

Worcester Comic Con and Toy Fair is due to take place at Worcester Arena, Severn Campus in Hylton Road, Worcester this Sunday (July 30).

There is so much to do at Comic Con and Toy Fair, we have provided a quick guide to what to look out for on the day.

Your favourite heroes from Marvel's Iron Man and the endearing ET to villains like Darth Vader from Star Wars and the Daleks of Doctor Who will descend on the city as people delve deeper into the worlds of their favourite comics, films, TV shows, toys and video games. The event cater for a range of interests from the very latest releases to retro classics from the 1980s. 

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It is being held between 10am and 4pm and is expected to attract crowds of more than 2,500 people. Tickets can be bought in advance or on the door with discounts for blue light card holders and students.  There are discounts for group bookings.

Organised by Striking Events, the aim is to 'bring Comic Con to the people' rather than them having to go to back cities like London and Manchester to experience it.

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It is the first time Striking Events has brought one of its events to Worcester but they have experience organising 18 others around the country.  They are already planning a return to the city.  With 100 stalls, organisers believe there will be something for everyone at the event from three-year-olds to big kids in their 40s.

How much does it cost?

Adults £10
Teen (13-17 years old)/Student – Valid ID: £8
Children (5 – 12 Years Old) £5
Family Ticket £26
(2 adults & 2 Children)
Blue Light Card Holders £5

Carers FREE
Under 5s FREE

These are for tickets bought in advance. Tickets might be slightly more expensive on the door.

Late entry tickets - 50% off all entry tickets between 2pm – 4pm only – available to purchase in-advance or on the door. 

 

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Here is a guide to what to expect: 

(1) Toys, comics, games and merchandise of all kinds from Pokémon to Funko Pops, from the latest anime to Disney and from Star Wars to Doctor Who and Stranger Things.

(2) Cosplay - plenty of opportunities to have your photos taken with the heroes and villains of your favourite TV shows including Marvel characters and Star Wars.

Among the usual suspects will be 'the Empire's Bad Boys' Darth Vader and his Stormtroopers. People can also dress up as their favourite characters from films, TV shows and video games if they want to - but only if they want to.

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(3) Retro exhibits including a replica of the Batmobile from the 1989 film Batman which featured Michael Keaton in the lead role and Jack Nicholson. In the past, there have been models in homage to the Spielberg classic Jaws, people dressed as Predator from the hit 80s film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and even Gizmo and the Gremlins from the 1984 horror comedy Gremlins. There is also a Retro Gaming Zone to bring back memories of Mario and Sonic and other nostalgia. 

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(4) Art - UK artist Karl Jones will be joining the Comic Con. He has created sketchcards for Topps, Upperdeck, Dynamite comics and for licensed movies, TV shows and cartoons like Star Wars, Aliens and Rick and Morty

 

(5) Action - The Sabre Guild are coming and will be showing people how to wield a lightsabre, providing not only Jedi training but also some photo opportunities. 

(6) Family-friendly fun - face-painting for children whether they want to be a Disney Princess or Spiderman 

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(7) Competitions and prizes - there will be a costume competition at 12.30pm for children and 1pm for adults in the 'Cosplay Zone'. There are cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes and certificates for all. "We can't wait to see all the wonderful costumes you have created," said the organisers.  All children will get prizes for taking part. 

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(7) Inclusivity - people with additional needs can enter at 9.30am to give them more time to enjoy the Comic Con before it gets too busy. This could include people who need to use a wheelchair or who may struggle in large crowds.

"At Striking Events we want our Comic Cons to be enjoyed by everyone. As the events have become more popular they have got a lot busier and we recognise that creates a specific problem for some people, such as those who may not be fully mobile or who have issues with really crowded spaces," said organiser Mark Woollard.