It’s coming up quickly! The 12th Annual Monroe Comic Con is Friday and Saturday, September 13-14, 2024. It’s once again going to be held at the FMB Expo Center in Monroe, Michigan.
There will be almost 200 pop culture, toy, craft, funko, and comic book vendors, food trucks, artists, cosplay, panels, gaming, guests, and more.
Guests scheduled to appear at the Monore Comic Con
Astronomicon6.5 Comic Con has come and gone and I’m sure another is around the corner. The pop culture baby of Twiztid. The Astronomicon 6.5 combines an interesting niche of genres such as horror, professional wrestling, and a love of all things Kevin Smith. Many of the guests center around wrestling and horror such as Marcus “Buff” Bagwell and Douglas Tait. There was a theme of Clerks and View Askew crew as we were blessed with a visit by the Man himself, Kevin Smith. And plenty of Clerks favorites were on hand also. Clerks stars such as Brian O’ Halloran (whom my wife forced to act out a Clerks scene with), Trevor Fehrman (Elias), and Jeff Anderson (Randal).
Only wish that the love of my life, Rosario Dawson could have been on hand, but perhaps she is too busy with Ashoka!
Astronomicon has a nice personal vibe where there are no random pieces. Everything and everyone fits the puzzle and makes sense. From horror merchandise to pop culture iconic toys and cosplay like Gi Joe, Ghostbusters, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
There were also some great panels with the View Askew crew that was well worth attending just for that.
Kids Too!
I think the only thing I was surprised to not see more of, which could be just the current horror-con vibe, is more junior-related horror culture. My son loves horror games that are centered more toward younger audiences. Games like Poppy’s Playtime, Rainbow Friends, and Garten of Ban Ban. I think that is a very untapped market that horror artists can and should include.
My son subjects me to many Steam-based and Roblox-created horror games just to freak me out as often as possible. Try playing Phasmaphobia in the dark and not freak out!
I captured pics of some of the cosplayers, cool wares, and all the cool photo op sets!
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The View Askew/Clerks panel underway. They were zero focused on discussing Grimace for some reason.
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I don't think this is the hotel bathroom.....
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You know I hear they have great summer programs for the kids.
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Welcome to Twiztid park!
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You see what I'm seeing right??? Come on turn around and blast that marshmallow!!
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Spider Man: "Why didn't I ask for her number..so stupid..."
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Horror themed balloon sculpting? SURE! Let's do it! Twisted Things sure can!
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Doc Oct was looking for Spiderman...I think I did see him by Carmen Miranda...
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Crypt Keepers, from Sterling Heights, was on hand with some of their creepy wares!
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Woah! Somebody hasn't had a Scooby snack in a long time!
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It is good to see when enemies make amends and deal with their real issues and not the whole world destroying thing.
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Where the hell is Cobra Commander? Sepentor? Destro? Come on!
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I swear I had this when I was a kid. This one is a much larger and more fun version.
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I am really excited about the new animated TMNT movie. I have no idea why, I just like the animation and have a new love of the animated TMNT shows.
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Who you gonna call? I mean really, you don't need to call anyone. Just reach your hand out and there is bound to be one Ghostbuster nearby.
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I love custom action figures. Wallet is getting tighter.....
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Pop Photo Op! Something for anyone, even a poor soul like me! Free!
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Who gets their own video game built for them? Astronomicon, that's who!
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Seriously, if you have any issues with ghosts, I think we got it under control.
Meltdown started on the mighty WRIF on the evening of Halloween, 1995. Technically, his first on-air shift was the morning of November 1st. Moving to the Motor City from Buffalo, N.Y., he has built a career and family. Over his almost three-decade stint at RIFF, he's had the privilege to work with some of the biggest personalities in Detroit radio history. He boasts of being just the second-afternoon drive jock in the station's illustrious 53-year history.
Along with his love for rock music and attending concerts, he's also an avid Harley-Davidson enthusiast and hockey player. He plays year-round and manages to squeeze in a few charity games throughout the year. Meltdown writes about the Detroit Red Wings, rock music, and Detroit concert venues.
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