Every year for three days, Le Palais des Congrès de Montréal (1001, Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, QC) hosts the Montreal Comiccon- a multi-genre pop-culture fan convention for those of all ages.
Running from Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7th, fans can meet their favorite comic creators and sci-fi and fantasy authors. That’s not all! The creative teams that bring their favorite movie and TV show characters to life will be there too!
From hosting television and film actors to the voice actors of some of our most beloved heroes (and villains), it’s no wonder it has been one of the most popular events in Montreal since 2009. This year’s event is no different- it is already promising to be one for the books! After all, we’re celebrating important anniversaries of Wolverine, A Nightmare on Elmstreet, and The Phantom Menace, just to name a few.
Special Guests
One of the most exciting aspects of Comiccon is the opportunity to meet the talent behind the characters we see both on the large and small screens. The list of past guests includes Michael Rooker, Gillian Anderson, Patrick Stewart, Billy Boyd, Christopher Lloyd, Nathan Fillion, William Shatner, Carl Weathers, Billy Dee Williams, and the great Stan Lee himself.
This year’s guest list won’t disappoint, either! Here are some of the Montreal Comiccon guests of 2024:
- Brent Spiner
- Kevin Smith
- Robert Englund
- Giancarlo Esposito
- Vincent D’Onofrio
- Trailer Park Boys
- Steven John Ward
- Nick Castle
- Lou Ferrigno
- Jodi Benson
- Ray Park
- Alan Tudyk
- Henry Ian Cusick
- Jim Shooter
- Kevin Nash
- Mark Brooks
- Tom Glynn-Carney
- Rob Van Dam
- Ronee Blakley
- Tom Cavanagh
- Cal Dodd
- George Buza
The full list of guests is also on the Comiccon 2024 Schedule. As you look through the list, it feels like it goes on forever which just goes to show how big of an event it is!
Cosplay
Another exciting part of Comiccon is the chance for attendees to dress up as their favorite characters. Cosplay (“costume” and “roleplay” combined) has become increasingly popular over the years. You’ll be amazed by how impressive many of the cosplay outfits are!
Cosplay Meetups
At all of the Comiccon events last year, hosts decided to experiment with what they call “Cosplay Meetups”. These are an open call to cosplayers to meet with fellow cosplayers for themed photo sessions. If you’re interested, please fill out this form to have your group suggestions taken into account.
Cosplay Rules
Fans and photographers are welcome to take pictures. However, there are new rules! Including, what is safe to wear and what will not be permitted. This is merely to protect the safety of all guests. Please take the time to read these rules to ensure a fun experience is had by all!
Masquerade*
The Masquerade (held at 6:30 PM on Saturday) is Comiccon’s version of a non-professional costume competition. Entrants are encouraged to wear costumes inspired by comic books, movies, Japanese animation, video games, or any popular fandom.
*All of the spots are currently filled; you can email mascarade@montrealcomiccon.com to be placed on the waiting list.
Tickets
If you’re only able to attend one day of the event, the price for tickets will vary. The price will depend on the day you attend and your age. For example, children of the ages 6-12 can get FREE admission on Friday. On Saturday, the price is $15, and on Sunday, the price is $10. For adults, the price of admission is $40 on Friday, $65 on Saturday, and $50 on Sunday.
Ticket packages for the full three-day event are also available! These ticket packages are:
- $21 for children aged 3-12,
- $110 for general admission,
- $125 for deluxe, and
- $350 for VIP passes.
Are you part of an organization such as a school, non-profit, or corporation? And, do you have a group of 20 people or more? You can get a 15% discount on the base ticket price!
You can either print your tickets or show them using your smartphone. For this to work, your phone must be able to open PDF files. Do you use a Blackberry? If so, you must use an email address that is linked to your phone.
Special Event Tickets
The costs for special event tickets also vary depending on the event you attend. However, they are on the higher end of prices. The events include:
- Ray Park’s Saber Action Master Class,
- An Evening with Kevin Smith: Silent Bob Turns 30,
- Creators of the Atom: The VIP X-Men Experience, and
- the Nano Concert
With Comiccon only a few days away, many of these events are unfortunately already sold out. Or, they may have very limited space available. The official ticket pages can provide you with more accurate information on the status of their availability.
Where To Buy Tickets
On the day of the events, you can purchase tickets at the Capitaine Québec store located at 1837 Sainte-Catherine St W, Montreal. Per their availability, please buy tickets on-site at the Palais des Congrès.
Note: Tickets to the Three-Day, Deluxe, and VIP events, can only be purchased online.
Opening Hours
The opening hours for the event will vary depending on the days you attend. Additionally, the ticket or ticket package you purchase will also be a factor, as shown below.
Montreal Comiccon Opening Hours
FAQ
Understandably, you may have a lot of questions concerning such a big event. We wish we could answer them all for you here! However, with so many possible concerns, we advise you to check out the official FAQ Page. It’s very thorough and we’re sure you’ll find what you’re looking for there. If you still cannot find the answer to your question, you may contact them directly here.
Montreal Comiccon 2024 Will Be One To Remember
Are YOU going to Montreal Comiccon 2024? If you are, please tag us in your photos on Facebook and/or Instagram (@montreal_365). It’s going to be the experience of a lifetime. We can’t wait to see what such a big event has in store for you!
