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RI Comic Con is back: November 2-4

Experience the biggest show in the smallest state this weekend! Meet celebrities, listen to panels, and more during Rhode Island Comic Con from Friday, November 2nd through Sunday, the 4th at the Rhode Island Convention Center and Dunkin’ Donuts Center. A range of ticket options are available from single day passes to VIP passes for all 3 days. Children ages 6-12 get a discount, and those younger than 6 are free!

Don’t miss your chance for photo ops with your favorite actors! Meet teams from Game of Thrones, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Lost Boys, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Sons of Anarchy, Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, and more. Check the schedule carefully to see the lineup each day.

The show runs from 3-9 PM on Friday, 10 AM to 7 PM on Saturday, and 10 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Costumes are encouraged, but you must follow the prop and weapon policy outlined on the website. Listen to panels throughout the weekend, from The Voices of Anime and Beyond to Tales from Dunder Mifflin: The Office Staff Reunites. Participate in interactive events such as Geek Speed Dating, the 4D Drone Experience, and Kids Con, featuring face painting, mad science experiments, balloon creations and sand art.

Plan ahead, and check the maps online to see where lines start near the entrances to the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. For all info, visit ricomiccon.com.