College Station, September 15, 2025
News Summary
The Annual College Station Comic Con drew approximately 2,000 attendees to the Brazos County Expo Center. The event featured colorful costumes, diverse vendors, and engaging entertainment. Notable highlights included appearances by renowned artist Greg Peters and popular voice actors, along with numerous panels and contests. The vibrant atmosphere celebrated pop culture and the diverse fandom community, making it a memorable experience for all involved.
College Station – The Annual College Station Comic Con brought together fans of all ages on Saturday at the Brazos County Expo Center, attracting approximately 2,000 attendees. This year’s event was filled with colorful costumes, diverse vendors, and a range of entertainment, highlighting the vibrant culture of pop fandom and anime.
Attendees enthusiastically embraced the spirit of the convention, with many dressing as characters from beloved franchises. Some of the standout costumes included Kate Luetge, who portrayed Soundwave from the 1980s Transformers cartoon, and Leah Blume, dressed as Sun from Five Nights at Freddy’s. Ethan Seay wowed the crowd as the Winter Soldier from Marvel comics, while the Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club showcased their Star Wars characters.
Renowned artist Greg Peters, the original character designer for the Animaniacs, participated in the event with his booth, connecting with fans. The convention also featured voice actors such as Molly Searcy, who interacted with fans and signed autographs, marking a highlight for many attendees. In addition to these special guests, Natalie Miller from Houston impressed onlookers with her Lorax costume, and Parker Lesikar portrayed a Wendigo.
The vendor area was bustling with activity, featuring around 60 booths of various artists, vendors, and voice actors. Jennifer Mahan from Navasota showcased her handmade totes at her vendor stall called Lily Patch. Cosplayer Bridget Rose captivated the audience with her performance as Miss OoLaLa, while Jacob Claxton displayed and sold lightsabers, which included an animatronic Yoda.
Popular TV guests included Brennan Mejia, known for his role as the Red Power Ranger from Power Rangers: Dino Charge, and Macy Anne Johnson, a voice actor and adaptive scriptwriter. Other attendees, like Emily Malloy, donned costumes such as Lucifer from Hazbin Hotel, expressing excitement about meeting friends at the con. Mavis Demarest from Bryan enjoyed exploring the various merchandise available at the vendor booths, and cosplayer Sophia Longi dressed as Lady Loki.
The event scheduled numerous panels ranging from celebrity discussions to fan-led panels and an exciting Otaku Olympics that catered to all interests. Administrative assistant Alecta Carter highlighted the various activities, which included cosplay contests and trading card tournaments, making the con an all-encompassing experience for fans.
Overall, the Annual College Station Comic Con successfully celebrated the diverse landscape of fandom, drawing in participants with its rich schedule of activities and engaging community spirit.
FAQ
- What is the College Station Comic Con? The College Station Comic Con is an annual event that celebrates pop culture and entertainment, featuring a variety of costumes, vendors, and celebrity guests.
- When and where did the event take place? The event took place on Saturday at the Brazos County Expo Center in College Station.
- How many attendees were expected? Approximately 2,000 attendees were expected at this year’s convention.
- Who were some of the notable guests? Notable guests included artist Greg Peters, voice actors Molly Searcy and Aaron Campbell, as well as Brennan Mejia, the Red Power Ranger.
- What activities were available at the con? The convention featured a variety of activities including panels, cosplay contests, vendor booths, and gaming competitions.
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