PROGRAMMING & EVENTS
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FRIDAY APRIL 25
HOURS
- 10:30AM Main Stage Opens for VIP
- 11:30AM Exhibit Hall Opens for VIP
- 12:00PM Exhibit Hall Opens for GA
- 8:00PM Exhibit Hall Closes
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
| Event | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Dismuke Q&A | 1:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Aaron, voice actor of iconic roles in anime like Fullmetal Alchemist, Dr. Stone, and My Hero Academia. |
| Postponed | 2:00 PM | Main Stage | |
| Dragon Ball Sparking Zero | 2:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| Chainsaw Man Q&A | 3:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Sarah Wiedenheft (Power) and Ryan Colt Levy (Denji) as they delve into the wild world of Chainsaw Man |
| Want to become a Voice Actor? | 3:00 PM | Creator Stage | Come by Jay, Ken and Kyle's presentation "Want to become a Voice Actor?" to learn about the field, provide resources and knowledge in the craft, and show participants it's not just the "voice" that will take you places but the "acting" you put behind it! |
| Mark Bagley Q&A | 4:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Mark Bagley, co-creator of the Thunderbolts, Ultimate Spiderman and Carnage, for a Q&A! |
| Battle of the Spider-Versee | 4:00 PM | Creator Stage | Get ready for the ultimate Spidey showdown! Inviting all Spidey’s to swing into action, battling it out for the prestigious title of "Spidiest Spidey in the Spider-Verse". Every Spidey will leave with a goodie bag, but only one will claim the ultimate honor. |
| Barry Lowin Q&A | 5:00 PM | Main Stage | Barry Lowin, the talented performer behind the armor in The Mandalorian, shares his experiences bringing Din Djarin to life. |
| Sketch Swap! | 5:00 PM | Creator Stage | Bring your notebook and meet fellow artists at this fun sketchbook swap, where you can doodle in someone's sketchbook while they doodle in yours. Bring your sketchbook or paper and a pencil! |
| Street Fighter 6 | 5:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| Cosplay Contest | 6:00 PM | Main Stage | Show off your best look at our Cosplay Contest—top 3 winners take home cash and prizes! |
| Guilty Gear Strive | 6:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
SATURDAY APRIL 26
HOURS
- 9:00AM Main Stage Opens for VIP
- 10:00AM Exhibit Hall Opens for VIP
- 10:30AM Exhibit Hall Opens for GA
- 7:00PM Exhibit Hall Closes
- 7:00PM After Party Doors Open (Ballroom)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
| Event | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valente Rodriguez Q&A | 11:00 AM | Main Stage | Join Valente as he answers your questions and shares stories from George Lopez, ER, and his journey as a Texas-born performer in Hollywood. |
| Breaking Bad Q&A Panel | 12:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Breaking Bad stars Raymond Cruz and RJ Mitte as they reunite to share behind-the-scenes stories, reflect on the show’s legacy, and answer your questions live. |
| Getting the Art Finished! with Michael Fisher | 12:00 PM | Creator Stage | Join veteran Illustrator/cartoon instructor/animator Mike Fisher as he shares nuts and bolts tips that will help you get that illustration completed! This visual presentation leads to lively discussion on everything from best art practices to that controversial subject, AI rendering! |
| Avatar: The Last Airbender Panel | 1:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Maria Zhang (Suki) and Ian Ousley (Sokka) from Avatar: The Last Airbender as they share stories from set and answer your questions about bringing these iconic characters to life. |
| Kevin Garcia and Stories that Belong to the People! | 1:00 PM | Creator Stage | Whether writing for Marvel or creating an indie comic; cultural backgrounds, the past, and the public domain can help build stronger stories. Join in for a discussion of copyright, mythology, superhero history and the future of writing with Kevin Garcia, writer of Dragon Lee and the Monster of Salty River, Worlds War Comics, Teoatl, and contributor to the Official Handbooks of the Marvel Universe! |
| Fortnite | 1:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| StarTrek Q&A Panel | 2:00 PM | Main Stage | Beam into a lively Q&A with Star Trek legends Brent Spiner and Jonathan Frakes as they reflect on their iconic roles and decades of sci-fi adventures. |
| Artist Q&A with Jeremy Clark | 2:00 PM | Creator Stage | Join professional comic book inker Jeremy Clark for a behind-the-scenes look at the art of inking in comics. With credits spanning Batman, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and Lady Death, Jeremy will share insights into his creative process, what it’s like collaborating with top publishers, and how he brings pencil work to life on the page. |
| Stargate Q&A Panel | 3:00 PM | Main Stage | Step through the Stargate with Richard Dean Anderson and Michael Shanks as they share behind-the-scenes stories and answer your questions from the hit sci-fi series. |
| Luis Carreno Q&A Panel | 3:00 PM | Creator Stage | Join us for an engaging Q&A session with Luis Carreño, the talented Venezuelan-American voice actor renowned for bringing SpongeBob SquarePants to life in Latin America since 2000. With a career spanning over 30 years, Luis has voiced a multitude of beloved characters, including Dog in CatDog, Martin in Martin Mystery, and Max Steel. ! |
| Juliette Lewis Q&A | 4:00 PM | Main Stage | Join acclaimed actress Juliette Lewis for an intimate conversation about her standout roles in film and TV, from Natural Born Killers to Yellowjackets. |
| Border to Big Screen: Latino-Driven Content for a Global Market | 4:00 PM | Creator Stage | Join producer Javier Chapa, founder of Mucho Mas Media, for a deep dive into the art and strategy of making commercially successful films rooted in Latino stories. In this candid 45-minute conversation, Chapa shares what it takes to bring projects like Blue Miracle (Netflix), The Black Demon (Amazon), and The Long Game (Netflix) to life—while also previewing upcoming titles like Zeus and La Bamba. The session will also feature an exclusive clip from the upcoming horror film ROSARIO. |
| Cosplay Contest | 5:00 PM | Main Stage | Show off your best look at our Cosplay Contest—top 3 winners take home cash and prizes! |
| Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | 6:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| 80's Nerd Prom | 7:30 PM | Main Stage | Our 80’s Nerd Prom is your chance to dance the night away in cosplay, 80s glam, prom chic, or the style that suits you best! We’ll be spinning all your favorite hits from the 80s, crowning our prom court (cosplay contest), and you can take pics at our 80s-style prom photo op (free digitals provided courtesy of Pyramid EFX)! |
| Tekken 8 | 7:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
SUNDAY APRIL 27
HOURS
- 9:00AM Main Stage Opens for VIP
- 10:00AM Exhibit Hall Opens for VIP
- 10:30AM Exhibit Hall Opens for GA
- 6:00PM Event Closes
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
| Event | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Covert Q&A | 11:00 AM | Main Stage | Hang out with comedy favorite Allen Covert as he takes questions on everything from his iconic role in Grandma’s Boy to his work with the Happy Madison crew. |
| Tom Arnold Q&A | 12:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Tom Arnold for a fun and unfiltered Q&A as he answers your questions about his wild Hollywood journey, hit films, and iconic comedy career. |
| Chainsaw Man Meetup | 12:00 PM | Creator Stage | Calling all Chainsaw Man cosplayers to come together, take pictures and have a fun time meeting new friends! |
| Mayans Q&A Panel | 1:00 PM | Main Stage | Ride into the world of Mayans M.C. with Emilio Rivera, JD Pardo, and Michael Irby as they reflect on the show’s impact and answer fan questions. |
| Gravity Falls Trivia | 1:00 PM | Creator Stage | Get ready to test your knowledge of the quirky mysteries, hilarious characters, and hidden secrets of Gravity Falls at South Texas Comic Con during the Gravity Falls trivia panel! |
| Mortal Kombat 1 | 1:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| Rick and Morty Q&A Panel | 2:00 PM | Main Stage | Join Ian Cardoni, Harry Belden, and Spencer Grammer for a wild ride through the multiverse as they share behind-the-scenes stories and answer your Rick and Morty questions. |
| Comic Book Jeopardy | 2:00 PM | Creator Stage | Calling all comic book nerds! Test your knowledge at our Comic Book Trivia! Dive into your favorite series, characters, and plot twists for a chance to win exciting prizes. Join us for a night of fun, fandom, and fierce competition. Don't miss out—your comic book expertise could make you a winner! |
| Super Smash Bros. Melee | 2:00 PM | Game Arena | Sign Up and Play in the Kaboom Games Game Arena! |
| Diary of a Wimpy Kid Q&A Panel: | 3:00 PM | Main Stage | Relive the laughs with Zachary Gordon and Robert Capron as they revisit their Diary of a Wimpy Kid days and share fun memories from the set. |
| Turning Your Passion Into A Podcast | 3:00 PM | Creator Stage | If you have a passion for comic books, superheroes, anime, television, film, or anything else this panel hosted by Simply Podcast Network founder Kennedy Castillo will provide you with all the information you need to turn that passion into a podcast. |
| Raymond Cruz Q&A Panel | 4:00 PM | Main Stage | Don’t miss the chance to ask Raymond Cruz about his intense roles in Breaking Bad, The Closer, and more during this engaging Q&A session. |
| Special FX Makeup Demonstration | 4:00 PM | Creator Stage | Learn how to apply, paint and remove a foam latex and silicone prosthetic fx makeup! |
| Cosplay Contest | 5:00 PM | Main Stage | Show off your best look at our Cosplay Contest—top 3 winners take home cash and prizes! |