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Meet Your Celeb Heroes
Level up your C2E2 experience by meeting the celebrities who shaped your love of pop culture. Buy a Photo Op for a frozen memory in time to have forever, or have your heroes sign an 8x10 photo or something special to you for an Autograph to treasure forever.
Activate Your C2E2 Badge
Badge activation is required at C2E2, but it’s quick and easy! Once you’ve got your badge in hand, click the button below to start activating. Once you do, you’ll be able to access the Treasure Hunt, Play C2E2, exhibitor specials, and much more!
- Yee-haw! C2E2 tickets are selling fast
- Meet Your Celeb Heros
- Activate Your C2E2 Badge
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.
C2E2 Hours & Location
If you don’t have your badge: head to Will Call located in Ballroom S100, located right near the main doors to McCormick South. Look for the giant C2E2 banner!
Once you have your badge: Head on up to level 3 of McCormick South for security screening and the queue hall to get right on to the Show Floor. You’ll be in C2E2 heaven in no time!
Show Location
McCormick Place South Building
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois
Show Dates & Hours
Friday, Apr 11: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, Apr 12: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, Apr 13: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Will Call Location
Ballroom S100 in McCormick Place South Building
Featured C2E2 Guests
Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ time with guests from ‘round these parts of the pop culture spectrum, from your favorite anime voice actors to household names to the comic creators and literary powerhouses. Stay tuned, pardner. More guests will be announced through April.
Brands, Creators, Authors, and Panels Coming to C2E2
C2E2 brings 3 days full of panels across all fandoms, 400+ exhibitors on the Show Floor from brands large and small, 500+ creators in Artist Alley, and 25 authors to Writers Block. There’s a lot to see, so start planning your C2E2 now!
Premium Experiences at C2E2
Premium Experiences are for fans deeply in love with a fandom, or for special events that are one-of-a-kind. These experiences offer something beyond a regular C2E2 ticket, whether it’s a special performance, a Meet and Greet, or something else entirely. Interact below for more info on each event!
Download the C2E2 Mobile App
Saddle up for a wild weekend with the Official C2E2 Mobile App—your trusty sidekick for the show! Get the lay of the land, track down star-studded guests, wrangle exclusive rewards, and stay ahead of any last-minute twists. Available on iOS and Android.
Exclusive C2E2 Duds
Huntin' for some genuine C2E2 gear or somethin' special from Chicago? Grab yer trusty tote bags and mosey on over to check out our 2025 collection.
Upgrade your C2E2 Experience!
The Amazing C2E2 Newsletter
Get our emails to find out when tickets go on sale! We’ll also announce new guests, exhibitors, and panels regularly closer to the show. We don’t email you a lot, and you can opt out at any time.
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...until we are reunited together at C2E2 next year!
(I'm counting because I can't wait to see you 😜)