Calling All Comic Fans: Inaugural Beer City Comic Con Kicks Off September 29 - October 1 in Asheville, NC
May 25, 2023 08:25AM ● By WNC Business
ASHEVILLE - A convention unlike any other is coming to Western North Carolina. Beer City Comic Con (BCCC) will be held September 29 – October 1, 2023, at the Harrah's Cherokee Center in Asheville, NC. During the action-packed weekend, attendees can participate in academic seminars, panel discussions, costume contests, and more.
For this one-of-a-kind event, BCCC invites well-known, diverse, and select guests to speak on various issues ranging from how comic books and pop culture reflect our current social issues to "The Biology of Star Wars" to "Neurodiversity as a Superpower" and many more.
"BCCC is unlike any event I have ever conceptualized," Johnny Shields, the producer of BCCC and owner of Johnny Shields Productions, says. “Growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, comic books were not only the catalyst for developing my reading skills; they were a window into a deeper understanding of life through philosophy, psychology, physics, and more. I attribute my current love of learning to my early fascination with comic books. I hope BCCC illuminates the possibilities of what a passion for comics, sci-fi, and fantasy can do."
Those interested can also purchase tickets for the weekend's CONx event. CONx stands for community, ontology, and noetics. It’s a chance for participants to hear from special guests about their passion, vision, and research. This lecture series will highlight stories from comic book creators, psychologists, philosophers, community leaders, religious scholars, social justice and sustainability experts, Navy SEALS, and more. CONx will take place at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium next door to Harrah's event center.
Early bird tickets for BCCC are on sale until June 1. See below for ticket tiers, pricing information, and ways to purchase. Kids 12 and under are admitted free with a paid adult. Readmission will be allowed with a convention badge and hand stamp. No refunds will be given on admission tickets.
BCCC | VIP TicketsFriday, Sept. 29 - Sunday, Oct. 1
Early Bird: $115 | Standard: $120 | No Door Tickets
Purchase VIP tickets here.
- Admission to Beer City CONx (Friday, Sept. 29, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
- Admission to any events scheduled from open to close on Saturday and Sunday within Harrah's Cherokee Center:
- Access to the convention floor with more than 150 unique vendors
- Access to all panel discussions featuring your favorite creators in conversation with professionals from diverse fields
- Access and admission to the Cosplay World cosplay contest and other fun activities within the venue during event hours
- Early access to the convention floor on both Saturday (10:00 AM) and Sunday (11:00 AM)
- BCCC t-shirt
- Commemorative 4-oz tasting glass
- Five beer-tasting tickets (redeemable for 4-oz pours at any beer vendor in the convention center)
Friday, Sept. 29, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Early Bird: $20 | Standard: $25 | Door: $30
Purchase CONx tickets here.
BCCC | Saturday and Sunday Tickets
Saturday, Sept. 30 (11 AM - 6 PM) - Sunday, Oct. 1 (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Early Bird: $40 | Standard: $45 | Door: $50
Purchase full weekend tickets here.
The full weekend pass grants admission to all events happening from open to close on Saturday and Sunday within Harrah's Cherokee Center, as well as:
Access to the convention floor with more than 150 unique vendors
Access to all panel discussions featuring your favorite creators in conversation with professionals from diverse fields
Access and admission to the Cosplay World cosplay contest and other fun activities within the venue during event hour.
Saturday, Sept. 30 (11:00 AM - 6 PM)
Early Bird: $25 | Standard: $30 | Door: $35
Purchase Saturday-only tickets here.
The Saturday-only pass grants admission to all events happening from open to close on Saturday, Sept. 30, within Harrah's Cherokee Center, as well as:
Access to the convention floor with more than 150 unique vendors
Access to all panel discussions featuring your favorite creators in conversation with professionals from diverse fields
Access and admission to the Cosplay World cosplay contest and other fun activities within the venue during event hours
Sunday, Oct. 1 (12:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Early Bird: $20 | Standard: $25 | Door: $30
Purchase Sunday-only tickets here.
The Sunday-only pass grants admission to all events happening from open to close on Sunday, Oct. 1, within Harrah's Cherokee Center, as well as:
Access to the convention floor with more than 150 unique vendors
Access to all panel discussions featuring your favorite creators in conversation with professionals from diverse fields
Access and admission to the Cosplay World cosplay contest and other fun activities within the venue during event hours
Beer City Comic Con exists to unite comic book, sci-fi, and costume enthusiasts, fans of environmental and academic issues, and anyone who enjoys a unique experience with a cold beer. The month-long celebration of mini-outings at local businesses will culminate in a weekend convention Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2023. Gather safely in our region with as much weirdness as you can summon. Get your nerd on at BeerCityComicCon.com.
Source: Beer City Comic Con