Rose City Comic Con 2026 Day Two
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out the sights and scenes from Saturday at Rose City Comic Con!!!
Rose City Comic Con 2026- Day One
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out our photos from Day One of the Rose City Comic Con!
Bob Odenkirk to Make First-Ever Comic Con Appearance at L.A. Comic Con 2026
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, today announces that Bob Odenkirk (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul) will join the L.A. Comic Con lineup for the first-time ever, with Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul) and Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future, The Addams Family) returning for this […]
D23 Expo: Our First Experience
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor The D23 Expo took place this weekend at the Anaheim Convention center and it was one for the books. Billed as The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, it takes place every two years and is a Disney lovers dream come true. There are shops and experiences that you can only find here and if you are […]
D23 Expo 2026- Day Two Photos!
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out photos from an action packed day 2 of Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA!
D23 Expo 2026- Day One!
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor The D23 Expo is on in Anaheim! Entertainment Editor Kevin Hoskinson is covering the ultimate Disney con, check out the amazing photos from Day One!
L.A. Comic Con Welcomes Nicolas Cage and Hayden Christensen to Star-Studded 2026 Lineup- Early Bird 1-Day Passes On Sale July 28
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, announces Nicolas Cage (Spider-Noir, Ghost Rider, National Treasure, Face/Off) and Hayden Christensen (Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones, Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, Ahsoka) will join the lineup for L.A. Comic Con 2026, taking place […]
L.A. Comic Con Brings K-Pop Demon Hunters Cast Together for 15th Anniversary Show – October 30 – November 1, 2026 – Early Bird Tickets Now On Sale
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, today announces Early Bird, 3-Day Weekend Passes are now on sale for L.A. Comic Con 2026. Kicking off the convention’s 15th anniversary, the first round of talent is set to include members of the star-studded cast of K-Pop Demon Hunters, Arden Cho, […]
Sneak Peek: DesignerCon Pasadena Exclusives from Purearts & Ron English
By Rebecca Smith Reporter | Pastrami Nation The DesignerCon Pasadena show is officially sold out! Less than 100 tickets left online. At the show, don’t miss the Ron English exclusive drop at 3DRetro (Booth 1410) and the Steven Caballero x PureArts DCon Pasadena colorways at PureArts (Booth 1227) only 100 pieces. More exclusive previews dropping all week, so follow us […]
Pastrami Nation Heads to MOTUNIVERSE Memorial Day Weekend
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation The power of Grayskull is returning to the West Coast! Pastrami Nation is excited to announce that we will be attending MOTUNIVERSE this Memorial Day Weekend — the ultimate fan convention celebrating all things Masters of the Universe. As anticipation continues to build for the upcoming Masters of the Universe film, there […]
C2E2 2026
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor C2E2 is one of the best fan conventions in the country. Every year they get more ambitious with bigger guests and even bigger nerd vibes. There is a reason that I travel halfway across the country every year to visit this annual party in the heart of Chicago. In the Pacific Northwest we have Rose […]
WonderCon 2026- Anaheim’s Comic Con
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation WonderCon took place this weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center. We visit the con Friday and Saturday, and it was a blast. From comic book creators to small press, action figures companies, cosplay and more, WonderCon had something for everyone. Booths like Jada Toys and Spero Toys had a fun showing, and […]
L.A. Comic Con Announces 60-Day Extension to Its Fan Investment Campaign
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, announces a 60-day extension to its fan investment campaign on StartEngine, giving supporters more time to become an owner and help shape the next chapter of the convention. With a minimum of only $300 to invest in a major fan convention, the […]
Kumoricon 2025
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor | Pastrami Nation Celebrating anime since 2003, Kumoricon in Portland Oregon is an annual tradition for many in the Pacific Northwest. There is no shortage of nerdy events taking place year round in Oregon, but this is a special one. Its emphasis on anime and Japanese culture sets it apart from the rest and gives […]
Mondo’s Exclusive DesignerCon 2025 Offerings – Posters, Collectibles & More
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation DesignerCon kicks off this Friday, and Mondo is bringing the kaiju heat! The king of all monsters is roaring into Las Vegas with figures, posters and other amazing collectibles! Check them out below, and head to DesignerCon this weekend to pick them up (or visit mondoshop.com this Friday!) Visit www.designercon.com to get […]
DesignerCon Goes BIG for 20 Years! Vans Collab, Las Vegas Move & More with Ben Goretsky
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation Join Pastrami Nation Editor Nolan P. Smith as he sits down with Ben Goretsky, CEO and Founder of DesignerCon, to talk about the art and toy world’s biggest celebration — now entering its 20th anniversary and first year in Las Vegas! In this exclusive interview, Ben dives into: ✨ The evolution of […]
L.A. Comic Con Returns September 26–28 For Its 14th Annual Event – Featuring Marvel Stars, a Major Anime Activation, and Big Fan-Favorites in Film, TV, Gaming and Horror
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime, and pop culture, is thrilled to unveil its full lineup of celebrity talent, panels, and activations ahead of its highly anticipated September 26-28 show. After delivering a star-studded and unforgettable show in 2024, L.A. Comic Con has raised the bar once again, bringing in some […]
SDCC Survival Guide: Tips for First-Time Attendees at San Diego Comic-Con 2025
By Nolan P. Smith Editor | Pastrami Nation So, you finally scored a badge to San Diego Comic-Con — the pop culture mecca of the world. Congratulations! Whether you’re going for the exclusives, the panels, the cosplay, or just to soak in the experience, SDCC is unlike anything else. But if it’s your first time, prepare yourself: it’s fun, it’s […]
Los Angeles Comic Con Announces First-Ever Avenger – Elizabeth Olsen Headlining L.A. Comic Con 2025!
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, announces Elizabeth Olsen (Avengers: Age of Ultron, Avengers: Infinity War, and WandaVision) is joining L.A. Comic Con 2025, taking place on September 26-28, marking the first time an Avenger has been a featured guest at the show. In addition to Olsen, cast members […]
L.A. Comic Con 2025 Kicks Off With Early Bird Tickets and Reveals Epic First Round of Guests from Daredevil and Doctor Who for September 26-28, 2025 Show
By Staff Reports Los Angeles Comic Con, L.A.’s largest event for comics, gaming, sci-fi, anime and pop culture, announces that Early Bird 3-Day Weekend Passes for L.A. Comic Con 2025 are now on-sale! The first round of exciting talent features the casts of Daredevil and Doctor Who, just the first announcements in the event’s A+ lineup. L.A. Comic Con announces the official sale of […]
C2E2 2025
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Photo Credits: James Coletta for C2E2/ReedPop Right off the bat, Chicago is a city like no other. The city has a gruff exterior, but its interior is filled with warmth and acceptance. Everything about it instantly takes hold the minute you get there, and even visiting from far away, you feel like you belong. That said, […]
C2E2 Debuts Comedy Programming Track Featuring Patton Oswalt, The Second City, The Thrilling Adventure Hour Cast & Creators, and More!
By Staff Reports ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today unveiled the lineup for Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo’s (C2E2) first comedy programming track, featuring laugh-out-loud stand-up shows, improv troupes, and celebrity comedians. C2E2 returns to McCormick Place from April 11 through April 13 with a robust lineup of special guests, panelists, exhibitors, and more. Comedy programming […]
Comic Con Revolution to Feature the Stars of Smallville and Teen Titans Animated Series
By Staff Reports Comic Con Revolution is thrilled to announce that this year’s event will feature star-studded appearances from the iconic cast of Smallville and the beloved animated series Teen Titans! Fans of all ages are in for an unforgettable experience as they get the chance to meet their favorite actors, interact with fellow enthusiasts, and celebrate two legendary series […]
Kicking off Con Season with Fan Expo Portland
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor, Pastrami Nation Every year, I look forward to the start of Comic Con season. For me, the season runs from the beginning of March when we attend Emerald City Comic Con and ends in September when we check out Rose City Comic Con in Portland. This year, the season started early as I attended Fan Expo […]
‘Superman,’ ‘Supernatural,’ ‘The Flash, ‘Twilight,’ Local Sessions Highlight Fan Expo Portland Panel Programming
By Staff Reports Exclusive programming is a highlight for many FAN EXPO Portland attendees, with a wide variety of panels from start to finish. From “The Flash” Grant Gustin and panels with some of the stars of various iterations of the “Superman” franchise, to Jared Padalecki and six other “Supernatural” standouts and “Twilight” celebrity Q&As, to industry, cosplay, gaming, anime […]
DesignerCon 2024 Review: A Creative Explosion in Las Vegas
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Photos by Nolan P. Smith and Jason T. Smith This year, DesignerCon 2024 made a bold move to the World Market Center in Las Vegas, and it turned out to be nothing short of spectacular. Known for celebrating the best in designer toys, art, and pop culture, the event raised the bar with its incredible […]
Medicom TOY and DesignerCon Reveal BE@RBRICKS Exclusives
By Staff Reports DesignerCon, the world’s premiere art, design, and collectibles show, has released the official first-look images of 10 new BE@RBRICKs from MEDICOM TOY that are set to be released exclusively next week at DesignerCon 2024, taking place from November 15-17 at The Expo at World Market Center in Las Vegas. These BE@RBRICKs will be available at the MEDICOM TOY […]