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These guests come in from across the world to meet you, their fans. Check out the star-studded lineup headed to downtown Chicago!

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The Midwest’s Best Pop Culture Celebration

Join us for C2E2 2027 to create memories your little nerd heart will always remember. From celebrities to gaming to cosplay to family friendly fun, you can find it here!

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Howdy Chicago, I'm C2E2!

Comics, cosplay, gaming, authors, and anime abound in the only pop culture convention in the heart of Downtown Chicago! We've gathered your favorite celebrities, unique exhibitors, incredible comic creators, and larger-than-life literary authors into one place to celebrate the fandoms you love. From the halls of Artist Alley to the depths of the Show Floor, our goal is to provide a space of creativity and fun, but most importantly, one that cultivates a sense of belonging, safety, and inclusiveness.

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The Midwest’s Best Pop Culture Celebration

Join us for C2E2 2027 to create memories your little nerd heart will always remember. From celebrities to gaming to cosplay to family friendly fun, you can find it here!

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Join us Backstage

C2E2 needs you to bring the best you’ve got to the show. Host a meetup, sell your art, work the show, and so much more! Check out the different applications below to help us bring the C2E2 to life.

Artist Alley Application

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Content Creator Application

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Crew Application

Deadline: TBD

Host a Meetup

Coming Soon

Panels & Programming

Deadline: TBD

Press Application

Coming Soon

Professional Application

Coming Soon

Show Feature and Partners Application

Coming Soon

Writers Block Application

Coming Soon

C2E2 Merch Takes Center Stage

Browse exclusive C2E2 gear and Chicago-inspired finds at the C2E2 Official Show Store! Add some merch to your cart at checkout and it’ll arrive with your tickets.

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