After Dark
The party doesn’t stop when the Show Floor closes! There’s a ton to do at C2E2 after the lights go down.
Where? Level 4!
When? From 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday!
Whether you want to sing your heart out at our late-night karaoke or just sit back and grab a drink with friends -- we have something for everyone. See you after the Show Floor closes for anime, gaming, and cosplay… at night!
Kick C2E2 Off at Three Dots and a Dash! (21+)
📆 Date: Thursday, April 10
⏰ Hours: 8:00 PM - Close
📍 Location: Three Dots and a Dash - 435 N Clark St, Chicago
🎟️ Tickets: No ticket needed! Flash your C2E2 badge at the door and skip the line.
🚨 Age Requirement: 21+
After Dark Separately Ticketed Events
Patton Oswalt: Effervescent
📆 Date: Friday, April 11
⏰ Hours: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Location: C2E2 Main Stage
🎟️ Tickets: This is a separately ticketed event. Buy yours today!
🚨 Age Requirement: Must be 18+ to attend.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughs as Emmy and Grammy-winning comedian Patton Oswalt takes the stage at C2E2 for an hour of stand-up comedy or whether you know him from his stand-up specials, iconic voice work, or unforgettable roles in film and TV, this is your chance to see one of comedy’s best in an intimate, live performance.
The Psychologists Are In
📆 Date: Friday, April 11
⏰ Hours: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Room S404
🎟️ Tickets: This is a separately ticketed event. Buy yours today!
Maggie Lawson and Timothy Omundson (aka Lassiter and Jules) along with a surprise guest are back at it again hosting the official Psych re-watch podcast. Join the two as they host a special live podcast taping at C2E2 where they'll talk about your favorite episodes, share behind-the-scenes stories and incredible memories
WorkJuice Improv
📆 Date: Friday, April 11
⏰ Hours: 9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
📍 Location: Room S404
🎟️ Tickets: This is a separately ticketed event. Buy yours today!
🚨 Age Requirement: Must be 18+ to attend.
The WorkJuice Improvisers are delighted to make their return to C2E2! Featuring Craig Cackowski (Drunk History), Jonathan Dinerstein (Emmy Award Winning Composer), Mark Gagliardi (Blood and Treasure), Marc Evan Jackson (The Good Place), Hal Lublin (The Venture Brothers), Annie Savage (Dicktown), Paul F. Tompkins (Bojack Horseman), Janet Varney (Legend of Korra), and special guests.
After Dark Events and Parties Included in Your Ticket
Nerdlesque After Dark
📆 Date: Saturday, April 12
⏰ Hours: 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 Location: Room S404
🎟️ Tickets: Included in your ticket!
🚨 Age Requirement: Must be 18+ to attend.
Cosplay Crown After Party
📆 Date: Saturday, April 12
⏰ Hours: 9:45 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 Location: Vista Lobby @ Main Stage
🎟️ Tickets: Included in your ticket!
🚨 Age Requirement: All Ages
Cosplay Karaoke
📆 Date: Saturday, April 12
⏰ Hours: 10:00 PM – 11:45 PM
📍 Location: S403-AB
🎟️ Tickets: Included in your ticket!
🚨 Age Requirement: All Ages
Comedy Showcase
📆 Date: Saturday, April 12
⏰ Hours: 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 Location: S402-a
🎟️ Tickets: Included in your ticket!
🚨 Age Requirement: All Ages
