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\"\"Comic & Entertainment Expo, one of the largest pop culture conventions in the country, returns to its annual stomping grounds at McCormick Place April 26th<\/sup> through April 28th<\/sup>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Have you ever asked yourself, what\u2019s the biggest Comic-Con in Chicago?<\/p>\n

The answer is Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo!\u00a0C2E2 or Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo is the largest pop culture convention in the Midwest.\u00a0Located in Chicago\u2019s McCormick Place, it’s the best comic book convention in the area. Whether you’re a fan of comic books, cosplay, video games, anime, television shows, movies, books, wrestling, sci-fi, comedy, or anything else \u2013 C2E2 is your home for your best geeky times.<\/p>\n

Starting in 2010, Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo has become a wonderful pop culture event and if this is your first time you can find some unique items from comic book creators in Artist Alley. \u00a0Find some well-known pop culture brands on the show floor or attend panels hosted by creators, television and motion picture stars of every kind.<\/p>\n

With close to 100,000 fans in attendance and more than 500 exhibitors you are sure to have fun. What to do? You\u2019ll find lots and lots of comic books to buy, you can get your favorites signed by their creators and even have your own custom original artwork made. Many artists sell pre-made prints or draw sketches for your sketchbooks or on draw blank comic book covers.<\/p>\n

You may even learn how to become a comic book artist.<\/p>\n

If you haven\u2019t been to C2E2 in the last few year\u2019s you\u2019ll be surprised on just how big it has gotten!<\/p>\n

And stop by our booths at the show. Graham Crackers Comics will have two spots at the convention as always (Booth 336 featuring Graphic Novels, Statues and More; and Booth 1127 featuring a wide variety of Gold\/Silver age goodies)! \u00a0Stop in at our stores now and get your tickets while we still have them!<\/p>\n

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