A new world of adventure for fans of pop-culture; a place of excitement and fun, Metro Comic Con is your destination for film, TV, animation, gaming, cosplay, collectables, publishing and, of course, comics; and much, much more!
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METRO COMIC CON
An experience like no other.
Whatever you love about pop-culture, Metro Comic Con is the place for you to celebrate your fandom with fellow aficionados. If you’re looking for the pinnacle of Australian pop-culture experiences, Metro Comic Con is your town.
SATURDAY 13th JULY 2024
SUNDAY 14th JULY 2024
At the Melbourne Showgrounds
FILM & TELEVISION
Pom Klementieff
MCU, Guardians of the Galaxy, Mission Impossible
Tony Amendola
Stargate SG-1, Annabelle, Once Upon a Time, Continuum
Brandon Routh
Superman Returns, Legends of Tomorrow, Scott Pilgrim
Aaron Moten
Fallout, Emancipation, Disjointed, Father Stu
Mitch Pileggi
The X Files, Supernatural, Walker, Stargate, SOA, Shocker
Matthew Waterson
X-Men 97, Doom Eternal, Hogwarts Legacy
Jamie Bamber
Battlestar Galactica, Law & Order UK, Horatio Hornblower
Patrick Warburton
Family Guy, The Emperors New Groove, The Tick, Seinfeld
Jessica Madsen
Bridgerton, Rambo: Last Blood, Leatherface
Sam Phillips
Bridgerton, The Crown, The Syndicate
Bill Farmer
Voice Artist - Goofy, Pluto, Hop Pop, Yosemite Sam
Freddy Carter
Shadow & Bone, Pennyworth, Free Rein
Ethan Peck
Star Trek: SNW / Discovery, 10 Things I Hate About You
Christina Chong
Star Trek: SNW, Halo: Nightfall, Dominion, Black Mirror, Doctor Who
Richard Dean Anderson
MacGyver, Stargate SG-1, General Hospital
Katy O’Brian
Love Lies Bleeding, The Mandalorian, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Kit Young
Shadow and Bone, The School for Good and Evil
Mike Quinn
Star Wars Saga, The Dark Crystal, The Muppets
COMICS & PUBLISHING
Anthony Marques
Artist, President & Instructor at the Joe Kubert School
Marco Rudy
Artist - Marvel, DC, Image Comics, Boom Studios
Nicola Scott
Artist - DC, Black Magick, Future State: Nightwing
Daniel Piccioto
Artist - Marvel, Ghost Rider, Spider-Man, The Phantom
Tom Taylor
Writer - DC, Marvel, Titans, Neverlanders, The Deep
Lily McDonnell
Artist - Marvel Tarot Deck, The Phantom
Jon Sommariva
Artist - Marvel, DC, IDW, TMNT, Batman, Neverlanders
Mike Krome
Artist - Image comics, Dynamite Comics, BOOM!
Andrew Constant
Writer - DC, Knight Terrors: Titans, Future State: Nightwing
Paul Mason
Artist - Kid Phantom, Phantom, The Eldritch Kid
Chewie Chan
Artist - Marvel, The Phantom, Cthulhu Tales
Wolfgang Bylsma
Editor-in-Chief: Gestalt
Austen Mengler
Artist - The Faceless Man, Execution, My Shadows
David Dunstan
Artist - MAD Magazine, Modesty Blaise Comics
Gerardo Zaffino
Artist - Marvel, DC, Image Comics, Valiant Comics
Christopher Sequeira
Writer - Marvel, DC, Boom! Studios: Cthulhu Tales, The Phantom
Dillon Naylor
Writer & Artist - Batrisha The Vampire Girl, Rock'n' Roll Fairies
Trev Wood
Artist - Gestalt Comics, Talgard, Unmasked: The Sinister
Katie Houghton-Ward
Artist - Indigiverse, Gestalt Comics, Dark Heart, Khulan
COSPLAY & CREATIVES
Captain Patch-It
Cosplay Cospital
Captain Eleanore
Cosplay
Slightly Villainous
Cosplay
Rowenberry Cosplay
Metro City Cosplay Ambassador
YOUR GUIDE
TO METRO CITY
LOCATED AT THE MELBOURNE SHOWGROUNDS
Come be part of the action and visit:
- DOWNTOWN
- METRO TOWN HALL
- MIDTOWN THEATRE and
- CITY CENTRAL
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we will meet, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay respect to their Elders, past and present.
THIS IS NOT JUST A CON,
IT’S AN EXPERIENCE!
YOUR GUIDE
TO METRO CITY
LOCATED AT THE MELBOURNE SHOWGROUNDS
Come be part of the action and visit:
- DOWNTOWN
- METRO TOWN HALL
- MIDTOWN THEATRE and
- CITY CENTRAL
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we will meet, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay respect to their Elders, past and present.
THIS IS NOT JUST A CON,
IT’S AN EXPERIENCE!
SCHEDULES
SAVE your digital copy of the
METRO CITY MAP below:
SAVE your digital copy of the
METRO STAGE SCHEDULE below:
SAVE your digital copy of the session times for
PHOTOGRAPHS and AUTOGRAPHS below:
SAVE your digital copy of the
COMICS & COSPLAY SCHEDULE below:
DOWNTOWN
Venture through the Metro City Gates and immerse yourself in all the city has to offer.
DOWNTOWN YOU WILL FIND THE:
Comics Crossroads
The Comics Crossroads are home to our special guests across the fields of comic, publishing and illustration; amazing local and international talent.
Market Hub & Creative Circle
This is Metro City’s version of Artists Alley, where you can check out all our artisans showcasing and selling their hand-crafted wares. We also have an amazing selection of Fan Clubs exhibiting all your favourite franchises.
Retro Road
Metro’s very own special Retro Road is the perfect place for those vintage pop culture enthusiasts looking to find a bargain!
METRO HALL
& MIDTOWN
THEATRE
Cosplay Competitions, Special Events
& Guest Panels
METRO HALL and the MIDTOWN THEATRE is the place to be for all the excitement of our special guest panels. Join in the fun of hearing unique ‘behind the scenes’ anecdotes, as our guests share stories of their time on set and in the studio, and have the opportunity to ask a question or two of your favourite star.
It is also where Metro’s COSPLAY competitions will be taking place. Whether you’re an amateur or professional, there is a place and space for everyone to be involved!
Check out our FAQ’s , and see our Cosplay information below.
THE
BOULEVARD
Take a breather and grab some fresh air out on METRO BOULEVARD, a perfect place to have a break and meet up with friends. The action doesn’t stop outside however, and there will be plenty to see and do. Food and drink vans will also be located close by for those who need sustenance to get them through the day.
After all, it’s only a short stroll down the boulevard, absorbing the action of cosplay artists and immersive photo opportunities, as you make your way into CITY CENTRAL.
CITY CENTRAL
Vendors , Gaming, Photos , Autos
Activations & Interactions
The heart of Metro City is full of the hustle and bustle of a thriving pop culture Metropolis.
Make unforgettable memories to share with your friends by purchasing a token to have your photo taken with an amazing celebrity at the PHOTO PRECINCT, or have an item signed by them in AUTOGRAPH ALLEY.
The CITY CENTRAL neighbourhood is also full of vendors selling every type of pop culture item you could dream of; food and drinks for those who need a recharge; plus plenty of free fun activities for the whole family including gaming stations, activations, interactive experiences and chill out zones.
COME EXHIBIT
WITH US
Vendor Bookings Open
We are currently accepting applications for BOOTH Bookings in Central City, and TABLE Bookings for Downtown – Comics Crossroads, Market Hub, Creative Circle, Writers Way and Retro Road.
You can find all the information you require in the Exhibitor Pack below, and then click on the Apply to exhibit link!
TICKETS for METRO COMIC CON
General Admission
Saturday, Sunday & Weekend Tickets
The Metro Xpress Pass
Priority Queuing
The Key to the City
VIP Weekend Ticket
Down Under Drink & Draw
Comic and Art Collectors Event
Meet & Eat Dinner Function
Meet & Eat Dinner Function
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Visit Metro City - 13th & 14th July 2024!
Come grab your TICKETS and TOKENS, whether Saturday, Sunday, Weekend, or perhaps one of our specialty tickets, and make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun!
With every paid Saturday, Sunday or Weekend adult ticket eligible to grab one child’s ticket (ages 5 to 12 inclusive) of the same type for free, and all children under 5 free, you can get into the excitement with the whole family for a great, affordable price.
Check out our FAQ’s for more information. See you soon at Metro City!
SPECIALTY TICKETS
The Metro Xpress Pass - $250
Make the most of your time in Metro City with the Metro Xpress Pass! Speed through the streets & dodge the queues when you take advantage of this amazing ticket!
The Metro Xpress Pass includes:
- Weekend admission to Metro Comic Con
- Early access to Metro Comic Con (half-an-hour before doors open)
- Xpress queuing at the Tokens Booth to purchase photo & autograph tokens
- Xpress queuing for autographs
- Xpress queuing for photographs
- Xpress seating in any open guest panel
- Collectible Metro Express Pass
- Free cloaking in the Metro City Cloak Room (up to 2 items at a time)
The Metro Xpress Pass is only available online before the event. Xpress Pass tickets are limited!
Full details of all pass inclusions can be found at point of purchase.
SPECIALTY TICKETS
The Key to the City Pass - $995
For the ultimate access to Metro City, grab your Key to the City, with all sorts of special & speedy access, not to mention the ultra-exclusive Key to the City Friday Night FUNction!
The Key to the City Pass includes:
- Weekend admission to Metro Comic Con
- First chance early access to Metro Comic Con (half-an-hour before doors open)
- Three (3) autographs with event guests to a maximum value of $100 each
- Three (3) photographs with event guests to a maximum value of $110 each
- Express queuing at the Tokens Booth to purchase extra photo & autograph tokens
- Express queuing for autographs
- Express queuing for photographs
- Reserved seating at the front of any open guest panel
- Access to any specialty guest panel
- Access to the Key to the City Friday Night FUNction (held on Friday 12th July), a relaxed evening event only for Key to the City Pass holders, featuring food, drinks & special guest appearances; a wonderful chance to chat with the event guests in an intimate setting before the excitement of the weekend kicks off.
- Collectible Key to the City Pass
- Unlimited free cloaking in the Metro City Cloak Room
Key to the City Passes may include other special events or offers; any such inclusions will be advised by email before the event.
Key to the City Passes are extremely limited! Full details of all pass inclusions can be found at point of purchase.
GET IN TOUCH WITH US!
