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Gamers, kids and costumes: Oz Comic-Con isn't just for grown-ups

Claire Haiek |

Whether you've got a Jedi in training or the PJ Masks Trio, costume up for a fun family day out!


If you're like me and you picture Comic-Con to be for adults who enjoy dressing up, do it REALLY WELL and are diehard fans of comics, anime and cosplay, get that idea out of your head right now.

Oz Comic-Con has a heap of stuff for kids too.

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Costumes, Role Play: Cosplay on the Cheap

Kick start their creativity

Comic-Con gives the kids a chance to express themselves and get creative with their costume. It doesn't have to be up to a professional standard either, as long as they have fun with it.

There are also kids' comic artists workshops, or they can even get into cosplay for the KidsCosplay Parade.

Something for the gamers

If like mine, your kids are heavily into gaming, there's a heap of things they can get involved in at Comic-Con. They can participate in Couch Warriors, putting their skills to the test in daily tournaments of new and classic titles, and see some cool gaming demonstrations.

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There's heaps of stuff to get the kids involved. Image: supplied.

A touch of shopping too!

There's a lot of cool stuff the kids will be begging for, from comic books and novels to jewellery and homewares.

Jono Whyman, Event Manager of ReedPOP says, "This is the biggest Oz Comic-Con to hit Melbourne. We're proud to be supporting great, local Victorian businesses and talent at this year's expo and in Artist Alley. It's going to be an awesome showcase of all things pop-culture, from original and fan art, to comic books, art prints, novels, jewellery, clothing and homewares. If you're looking to buy the next closest thing to Thor's mighty hammer, this is where you'll find it!"

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Some of the costumes are next level! Image: supplied.


When: 9th - 10th June, (9am - 6pm)

Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)

Get your tickets here!

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This has to be every little superhero's dream! Image: supplied.

Adult Tickets start from just $32.50 and EVERY adult ticket purchased includes one complimentary Child Pass (Under 12).

Not in Victoria? Never fear, Oz Comic-Con will kick off in Melbourne before heading to Sydney and Brisbane.