What vendors should know.
Ocean City Comic Con takes place at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, MD. The convention features anime screenings, panels, and a costume contest.
Admission is free for kids 9 years old and under with a paying adult. Tickets go on sale August 1st, 2026, with a small fee for advance purchases. Discounts are available for attendees in costume or bringing nonperishable food items.
Crowd
Around ~5,000 attendees across the run.
Venue
The convention is held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, located at 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. Street parking and municipal lots are available, with a bus service running every 30 minutes for $4 all day.
Applications
The Artist Alley and vendor booths are sold out for this year, but interested parties can join a waitlist.
What's happening.
Cosplay
Costumes are encouraged, with a costume contest held during the convention. Safety guidelines prohibit real weapons and require realistic guns to have an orange blaze on the tip.
Tickets
Admission is free for kids 9 years old and under with a paying adult. Tickets go on sale August 1st, 2026, with a small fee for advance purchases. Discounts are available for attendees in costume or bringing nonperishable food items.
Panels & Workshops
Panels and anime screenings are scheduled throughout the weekend, with no extra charge for attendees.
Mini events & panels.
A working schedule of the panels, screenings, and meetups happening across the run. Subject to change up to doors.
- TBAWorkshopCosplay Figure Drawing
Join us for Cosplay Figure Drawing, as cosplayers pose while you practice drawing from life. Drawing supplies will be provided!
- 1:10 – 2:10ContestAnime Name That Tune!
Test your knowledge of anime songs in a competitive format, with prizes for winners!
- 12:50 – 1:50PanelEVIL 510: Advanced Topics for Scoundrels, Rogues and Miscreants
Professor Villainy discusses systemic corruption, villain errors, and how to counter super-heroics.
- 2:00 – 3:00WorkshopMaking Comics (Comic Book Writing & Art Tutorial)
Explore comic book production with artist Bradley Hudson and editor Joseph Rybandt.
- 12:10 – 1:10PanelComic Books & Storytelling
Nick Davis discusses how to start making your own comic book and the tools needed.
- 1:40 – 2:40PanelCourage Through Cosplay
A discussion on how cosplay can help individuals with anxiety and build confidence.
- 12:40 – 1:40PanelA Place for Everyone
Explore how to enjoy conventions with disabilities and find accommodations.
- 1:50 – 2:50PanelLoading Snacks Presents: Top 10 Live-action DC Comics Films of All Time
Help create a definitive list of DC's live-action films through audience participation.
- 12:15 – 1:15WorkshopDrawing Dragon Ball Z Fan Art with ArtWay Artist JPJackson Arts
Learn to draw iconic Dragon Ball Z characters in this interactive session.
- 3:30 – 2:30EventScience Fiction vs Science Fact
Join a game show to distinguish between science fact and fiction.
- 1:45WorkshopSaber Guild: Kids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 3:45 PMWorkshopSaber Guild: Adult Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for adults on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 3:00ContestKids & Adults Cosplay Contest
A contest for both kids and adults in cosplay.
- 1:10 – 2:10WorkshopDynamic Cover Illustrations with Dr. Elvin A. Hernandez
Learn how to create dynamic cover illustrations for comics and books.
- 1:50 – 2:50WorkshopPowering Up your Cosplay: Adding Electronics to Props and Costumes
A crash course on adding electronic effects to cosplay costumes.
- TBALiveSuper Art Fight
Watch artists compete in a live art competition with audience participation.
- 1:40 – 2:40PanelLoading Snacks Presents: Being Comfortable Being a Geek
A discussion on embracing geek culture and mental health.
- TBAPanelThe 501st Legion: Join Us!
Learn about the 501st Legion, costume crafting, and charitable work.
- TBAPanelJoin Professional Manga Translator Amber Tamosaitis
Discussion on manga translation and finding new reads.
- TBAPanelHorror Games as Artistic Expression
Explore horror games as a medium for artistic expression and storytelling.
- TBAWorkshopAdult Intro to Lightsaber Choreography
An introductory course on Lightsaber choreography for adults.
- 12:30WorkshopKids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 2:45 AMWorkshopSaber Guild: Kids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- TBALiveSaber Guild Performance
A spectacular lightsaber performance by Saber Guild, suitable for all ages.
- TBAScreeningPizza Party Massacre Screening
Screening of the horror film 'Pizza Party Massacre' with viewer discretion advised.
- TBAEventOcean City Film Festival
Celebrating independent filmmakers with a program of original films.
- TBAWorkshopDrawing Sonic the Hedgehog Workshop
Explore the designs of Sonic and Knuckles in this drawing workshop.
- 3:00ContestKids & Adults Cosplay Contest
A contest for both kids and adults in cosplay.
- TBAWorkshopCosplay Performance Skills Workshop
Learn acting skills to enhance your cosplay performance.
- TBAPanelBigGaming64's Horror Game Panel
Discussion on horror games and their narrative storytelling.
- TBALiveSuper Art Fight Live
A live art competition mixing storytelling, humor, and audience interaction.
- 1:50 – 2:50PanelLoading Snacks Presents: Top 10 Live-action DC Comics Films of All Time
Help create a definitive list of DC's live-action films through audience participation.
- 1:40 – 2:40PanelCourage Through Cosplay
A discussion on how cosplay can help individuals with anxiety and build confidence.
- 1:10 – 2:10WorkshopDynamic Cover Illustrations with Dr. Elvin A. Hernandez
Learn how to create dynamic cover illustrations for comics and books.
- 1:50 – 2:50WorkshopPowering Up your Cosplay: Adding Electronics to Props and Costumes
A crash course on adding electronic effects to cosplay costumes.
- 3:45 PMWorkshopSaber Guild: Adult Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for adults on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 12:30WorkshopKids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 2:45 AMWorkshopSaber Guild: Kids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- TBALiveSaber Guild Performance
A spectacular lightsaber performance by Saber Guild, suitable for all ages.
- TBAScreeningPizza Party Massacre Screening
Screening of the horror film 'Pizza Party Massacre' with viewer discretion advised.
- TBAEventOcean City Film Festival
Celebrating independent filmmakers with a program of original films.
- TBAWorkshopDrawing Sonic the Hedgehog Workshop
Explore the designs of Sonic and Knuckles in this drawing workshop.
- 3:00ContestKids & Adults Cosplay Contest
A contest for both kids and adults in cosplay.
- TBAWorkshopCosplay Performance Skills Workshop
Learn acting skills to enhance your cosplay performance.
- TBAPanelBigGaming64's Horror Game Panel
Discussion on horror games and their narrative storytelling.
- TBALiveSuper Art Fight Live
A live art competition mixing storytelling, humor, and audience interaction.
- 1:50 – 2:50PanelLoading Snacks Presents: Top 10 Live-action DC Comics Films of All Time
Help create a definitive list of DC's live-action films through audience participation.
- 1:40 – 2:40PanelCourage Through Cosplay
A discussion on how cosplay can help individuals with anxiety and build confidence.
- 1:10 – 2:10WorkshopDynamic Cover Illustrations with Dr. Elvin A. Hernandez
Learn how to create dynamic cover illustrations for comics and books.
- 1:50 – 2:50WorkshopPowering Up your Cosplay: Adding Electronics to Props and Costumes
A crash course on adding electronic effects to cosplay costumes.
- 3:45 PMWorkshopSaber Guild: Adult Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for adults on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 12:30WorkshopKids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 2:45 AMWorkshopSaber Guild: Kids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- TBALiveSaber Guild Performance
A spectacular lightsaber performance by Saber Guild, suitable for all ages.
- TBAScreeningPizza Party Massacre Screening
Screening of the horror film 'Pizza Party Massacre' with viewer discretion advised.
- TBAEventOcean City Film Festival
Celebrating independent filmmakers with a program of original films.
- TBAWorkshopDrawing Sonic the Hedgehog Workshop
Explore the designs of Sonic and Knuckles in this drawing workshop.
- 3:00ContestKids & Adults Cosplay Contest
A contest for both kids and adults in cosplay.
- TBAWorkshopCosplay Performance Skills Workshop
Learn acting skills to enhance your cosplay performance.
- TBAPanelBigGaming64's Horror Game Panel
Discussion on horror games and their narrative storytelling.
- TBALiveSuper Art Fight Live
A live art competition mixing storytelling, humor, and audience interaction.
- 1:50 – 2:50PanelLoading Snacks Presents: Top 10 Live-action DC Comics Films of All Time
Help create a definitive list of DC's live-action films through audience participation.
- 1:40 – 2:40PanelCourage Through Cosplay
A discussion on how cosplay can help individuals with anxiety and build confidence.
- 1:10 – 2:10WorkshopDynamic Cover Illustrations with Dr. Elvin A. Hernandez
Learn how to create dynamic cover illustrations for comics and books.
- 1:50 – 2:50WorkshopPowering Up your Cosplay: Adding Electronics to Props and Costumes
A crash course on adding electronic effects to cosplay costumes.
- 3:45 PMWorkshopSaber Guild: Adult Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for adults on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 12:30WorkshopKids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- 2:45 AMWorkshopSaber Guild: Kids Lightsaber Training
An introductory course for kids on Lightsaber combat basics.
- TBALiveSaber Guild Performance
A spectacular lightsaber performance by Saber Guild, suitable for all ages.
- TBAScreeningPizza Party Massacre Screening
Screening of the horror film 'Pizza Party Massacre' with viewer discretion advised.
- TBAEventOcean City Film Festival
Celebrating independent filmmakers with a program of original films.
- TBAWorkshopDrawing Sonic the Hedgehog Workshop
Explore the designs of Sonic and Knuckles in this drawing workshop.
- 3:00ContestKids & Adults Cosplay Contest
A contest for both kids and adults in cosplay.
- TBAWorkshopCosplay Performance Skills Workshop
Learn acting skills to enhance your cosplay performance.
- TBAPanelBigGaming64's Horror Game Panel
Discussion on horror games and their narrative storytelling.
- TBALiveSuper Art Fight Live
A live art competition mixing storytelling, humor, and audience interaction.
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