Don’t have a badge? Not to worry! We’re here to share with you alternative events for the week. Comic-Con down to the biggest convention for comic book fanatics out there!
AMC Deadquarters
Die-hard fan of The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead? AMC is bringing the official fan zone headquarters to Comic-Con! Head over to the Hilton Gaslamp Hotel to test your swing at the Negan Batting Cages for a chance to meet cast members, and so much more.
July 20-22, 2017 – 11AM-6PM
July 23, 2017 – 11AM-4PM
Kong: Skull Island Activation
Get a firsthand experience to the primoradial wonders of Kong: Skull Island brought to you by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment and Legendary. You will visit a Monarch Containment Zone, which is the home to gigantic bones of Kong’s ancestors, enter the Iwi temple to uncover the ancient secrets of Skull Island, and navigate the beast-infested jungles of the island. You might just run into the mighty Kong himself! Are you ready to see the Monster Verse come to life?
Blade Runner 2049 Experience
This is an experience you won’t want to miss! The activation will include the movie’s unique sights, sounds and atmosphere of Los Angeles, circa 2049. Guests will enter through a gallery of art from the Blade Runner 2049 and even see vehicles and costumes. An Oculus VR experience will immerse you in the world of the film. In addition, fans will be lucky enough to get an exclusive sneak peak of the limited-edition Johnnie Walker Black Label The Director’s Cut bottle, which is inspired by the original, elusive prop from the first film. For those over 21, you will have the chance to enjoy a Johnnie Walker whisky tasting experience.
July 20 & 21, 2017 – 10AM-7PM
July 22, 2017 – 9AM-7PM
July 23, 2017 – 10AM-6PM
The Netflix Experience
A lot of people dream about visiting the Upside Down with Stranger Things, immersive themselves into the world of the new film Bright, and diving into the streets of New York City with the Defenders. The Hilton Gaslamp Hotel is making your dreams come true with this experience. This one-of-a-kind experience brings to you sneak peaks to upcoming original films and series. Not to mention exclusive giveaways!
July 20-21, 2017 – 11AM-8PM
July 23, 2017 – 11AM-3PM
Game of Thrones: The Musical!
The stage is set for a musical adaptation of Game of Thrones from the creators of Lost: The Musical and the critically acclaimed Once Upon a Time: The Rock Opera. The Tenth Avenue Arts Center will be presenting eight performances of the unauthorized parody show. The musical’s 12 original songs will have you on your feet dancing along. A showstopper is coming!
5% of ticket sales support the Wayne Foundation.
For more information and showtimes, visit the official website.
Comic-Con Club Crawl
Costumes encouraged! Nasstive Entertainment, purveyors of San Diego Club Crawls year-round, is putting on a one-of-a-kind Comic-Con themed crawl! Meet at Analog Bar and visit the best clubs around downtown in your best costumes.
Underground Lightsaber Fighters Tournament
A special battle is coming to a city near you! Join the Underground Lightsaber Fighters in Balboa Park (at the mountain fountain) for their tournament. You can watch the fighters battle it out, or even sign up to participate! The ULF is San Diego’s largest monthly lightsaber gathering and is the perfect place for the whole family and all Star Wars fans.