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SUMMARY:Kids Create Their Own Superheroes in Five-Week Comic Art Class at Mystic Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:Kids Create Their Own Superheroes in Five-Week Comic Art Class at Mystic Museum of Art beginning Sunday\, Sept. 27\, taking young artists from the first pencil marks on a page through the process of creating a short comic book of their own. \nThe Sunday morning series is designed for ages 7 to 14 and taught by Mystic comic-book creator Brett Swanson\, who isn’t simply teaching children how to draw a superhero. \nOver five classes\, students work through many of the same steps used to turn an idea into a finished comic: drawing characters and objects\, developing a story\, designing pages\, adding ink\, creating shadows and texture and assembling those pieces into a visual narrative. \nBy the end\, the goal is for each student to have put an original superhero and comic-book story onto the page. \nAnd Swanson knows what it’s like to begin with nothing but a blank sheet of paper. \nFrom Mystic Mail Carrier to Comic-Book Creator\nSwanson has spent decades working in Mystic as a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier\, but he’s also spent much of his life drawing. \nHe told the Postal Service in a 2024 profile that he had wanted to become a comic-book artist since childhood and studied cartoon graphics in the late 1980s. \nRather than waiting for a major comics publisher to hand him a character\, he eventually created his own. \nSwanson publishes his own comics and has exhibited his work at shows\, fairs and comic conventions. He has also taken what he learned into schools\, libraries and museums\, teaching children how comic books are made. \nHis own series\, Power Kid\, follows fourth-grader Johnny Brooks\, who gains superpowers from a glowing rock and finds himself battling a decidedly kid-friendly assortment of threats including robots\, aliens\, dinosaurs and even demented vegetables. \nSwanson writes and illustrates his comics himself\, by hand. \nThat makes him particularly well suited to teaching the entire process rather than one isolated part of it. \nA Comic Book Is More Than a Drawing\nChildren who love superheroes often begin by drawing a character. \nCreating a comic requires the next step: figuring out what that character actually does. \nStudents in the Mystic Museum of Art course learn basic drawing techniques involving shapes\, objects and figures\, but the curriculum moves beyond illustration into layout\, design and storytelling. \nThat’s where comic art becomes its own visual language. \nA comic-book artist has to decide how large a panel should be\, what the reader sees first\, where a character stands\, how one image leads into another and how much of the story can be communicated without words. \nStudents will also explore inking\, along with techniques for creating shadows\, depth and texture. \nThose choices can transform a simple pencil sketch into something that begins to resemble the comics sitting on a bookstore shelf. \nOne Person Doing the Work of a Comic-Book Team\nSwanson’s independent approach also gives students a useful look at how many different jobs can hide inside a single comic. \nMainstream comics are frequently produced collaboratively\, with different people handling writing\, penciling\, inking\, coloring and lettering. \nSwanson does the process himself. \nHe has said a single comic can take him three or four months to complete\, beginning with a blank page and continuing through the writing and artwork required to finish the book. \nFor young artists accustomed to seeing the polished final product\, understanding that process can be just as valuable as learning how to draw it. \nA finished comic isn’t created with one perfect drawing. \nIt’s built through ideas\, rough sketches\, revisions\, page layouts\, mistakes\, corrections\, ink and a lot of decisions about how the story should unfold. \nFive Sundays to Build a Comic\nThe course begins Sept. 27 and continues on Sundays through Nov. 1\, with no class Oct. 4. \nEach session runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. \nThat gives students time between classes to think about their characters and stories rather than attempting to cram the entire process into a single workshop. \nMystic Museum of Art has previously offered Swanson’s comic-art instruction in both multiweek classes and longer one-day workshops\, making comic creation a recurring part of its children’s studio programming. \nThe museum’s approach fits naturally with Swanson’s own philosophy about teaching comics. \nHe has described comic creation as a way for children not only to develop artistic skills\, but also to tell stories\, express ideas and develop the discipline needed to complete a project. \nAnd there’s a useful trick hidden inside all those superheroes\, villains and adventures. \nKids are writing. \nThey’re planning. \nThey’re sequencing ideas. \nThey’re solving visual problems. \nAnd they’re reading comics while learning how those comics work. \nThey just happen to be doing it while deciding whether their hero should battle a robot\, an alien or perhaps one of Swanson’s demented vegetables. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \nTo register\, click the Event Registration link below. \nDetails\nClass: Comic Art: A Comic Book Making Class\nInstructor: Brett Swanson\nAges: 7–14\nDates: Sundays\, Sept. 27–Nov. 1\, 2026\nNo Class: Oct. 4\nNumber of Classes: Five\nTime: 10–11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Mystic Museum of Art\nAddress: 9 Water St.\, Mystic\, CT 06355\nMembers: $115\nNonmembers: $135\nSupplies: All supplies included with registration\nStudents Learn: Drawing fundamentals\, figures and objects\, comic-book layout and design\, visual storytelling\, inking\, shadows\, depth and texture\nFinal Project: Students develop and draw their own superhero and comic story\nContact: Mystic Museum of Art\, 860-536-7601 \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/kids-create-their-own-superheroes-in-five-week-comic-art-class-at-mystic-museum-of-art/2026-10-18/
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SUMMARY:Kids Create Their Own Superheroes in Five-Week Comic Art Class at Mystic Museum of Art
DESCRIPTION:Kids Create Their Own Superheroes in Five-Week Comic Art Class at Mystic Museum of Art beginning Sunday\, Sept. 27\, taking young artists from the first pencil marks on a page through the process of creating a short comic book of their own. \nThe Sunday morning series is designed for ages 7 to 14 and taught by Mystic comic-book creator Brett Swanson\, who isn’t simply teaching children how to draw a superhero. \nOver five classes\, students work through many of the same steps used to turn an idea into a finished comic: drawing characters and objects\, developing a story\, designing pages\, adding ink\, creating shadows and texture and assembling those pieces into a visual narrative. \nBy the end\, the goal is for each student to have put an original superhero and comic-book story onto the page. \nAnd Swanson knows what it’s like to begin with nothing but a blank sheet of paper. \nFrom Mystic Mail Carrier to Comic-Book Creator\nSwanson has spent decades working in Mystic as a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier\, but he’s also spent much of his life drawing. \nHe told the Postal Service in a 2024 profile that he had wanted to become a comic-book artist since childhood and studied cartoon graphics in the late 1980s. \nRather than waiting for a major comics publisher to hand him a character\, he eventually created his own. \nSwanson publishes his own comics and has exhibited his work at shows\, fairs and comic conventions. He has also taken what he learned into schools\, libraries and museums\, teaching children how comic books are made. \nHis own series\, Power Kid\, follows fourth-grader Johnny Brooks\, who gains superpowers from a glowing rock and finds himself battling a decidedly kid-friendly assortment of threats including robots\, aliens\, dinosaurs and even demented vegetables. \nSwanson writes and illustrates his comics himself\, by hand. \nThat makes him particularly well suited to teaching the entire process rather than one isolated part of it. \nA Comic Book Is More Than a Drawing\nChildren who love superheroes often begin by drawing a character. \nCreating a comic requires the next step: figuring out what that character actually does. \nStudents in the Mystic Museum of Art course learn basic drawing techniques involving shapes\, objects and figures\, but the curriculum moves beyond illustration into layout\, design and storytelling. \nThat’s where comic art becomes its own visual language. \nA comic-book artist has to decide how large a panel should be\, what the reader sees first\, where a character stands\, how one image leads into another and how much of the story can be communicated without words. \nStudents will also explore inking\, along with techniques for creating shadows\, depth and texture. \nThose choices can transform a simple pencil sketch into something that begins to resemble the comics sitting on a bookstore shelf. \nOne Person Doing the Work of a Comic-Book Team\nSwanson’s independent approach also gives students a useful look at how many different jobs can hide inside a single comic. \nMainstream comics are frequently produced collaboratively\, with different people handling writing\, penciling\, inking\, coloring and lettering. \nSwanson does the process himself. \nHe has said a single comic can take him three or four months to complete\, beginning with a blank page and continuing through the writing and artwork required to finish the book. \nFor young artists accustomed to seeing the polished final product\, understanding that process can be just as valuable as learning how to draw it. \nA finished comic isn’t created with one perfect drawing. \nIt’s built through ideas\, rough sketches\, revisions\, page layouts\, mistakes\, corrections\, ink and a lot of decisions about how the story should unfold. \nFive Sundays to Build a Comic\nThe course begins Sept. 27 and continues on Sundays through Nov. 1\, with no class Oct. 4. \nEach session runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. \nThat gives students time between classes to think about their characters and stories rather than attempting to cram the entire process into a single workshop. \nMystic Museum of Art has previously offered Swanson’s comic-art instruction in both multiweek classes and longer one-day workshops\, making comic creation a recurring part of its children’s studio programming. \nThe museum’s approach fits naturally with Swanson’s own philosophy about teaching comics. \nHe has described comic creation as a way for children not only to develop artistic skills\, but also to tell stories\, express ideas and develop the discipline needed to complete a project. \nAnd there’s a useful trick hidden inside all those superheroes\, villains and adventures. \nKids are writing. \nThey’re planning. \nThey’re sequencing ideas. \nThey’re solving visual problems. \nAnd they’re reading comics while learning how those comics work. \nThey just happen to be doing it while deciding whether their hero should battle a robot\, an alien or perhaps one of Swanson’s demented vegetables. \nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \nTo register\, click the Event Registration link below. \nDetails\nClass: Comic Art: A Comic Book Making Class\nInstructor: Brett Swanson\nAges: 7–14\nDates: Sundays\, Sept. 27–Nov. 1\, 2026\nNo Class: Oct. 4\nNumber of Classes: Five\nTime: 10–11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Mystic Museum of Art\nAddress: 9 Water St.\, Mystic\, CT 06355\nMembers: $115\nNonmembers: $135\nSupplies: All supplies included with registration\nStudents Learn: Drawing fundamentals\, figures and objects\, comic-book layout and design\, visual storytelling\, inking\, shadows\, depth and texture\nFinal Project: Students develop and draw their own superhero and comic story\nContact: Mystic Museum of Art\, 860-536-7601 \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/kids-create-their-own-superheroes-in-five-week-comic-art-class-at-mystic-museum-of-art/2026-09-27/
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SUMMARY:TerrifiCon 2026 at Mohegan Sun
DESCRIPTION:TerrifiCon 2026 returns to Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center from Friday\, August 7\, through Sunday\, August 9\, bringing together thousands of comic book fans\, movie lovers\, gamers\, collectors\, and cosplayers for three days of celebrity appearances\, comic creators\, exclusive collectibles\, panels\, cosplay\, gaming\, and family-friendly entertainment. Now in its fifteenth year and produced by Big Fedora Marketing\, TerrifiCon has become Connecticut’s largest comic convention and one of the premier pop culture events in New England. \nFounded in 2012 and hosted at Mohegan Sun since 2015\, TerrifiCon celebrates every corner of pop culture. Visitors can meet legendary comic book creators\, television and film stars\, voice actors\, wrestlers\, and artists while exploring hundreds of vendor booths filled with comic books\, original artwork\, toys\, games\, statues\, trading cards\, cosplay accessories\, and rare collectibles. Artist Alley offers fans the opportunity to meet many of the industry’s most influential writers and illustrators\, making the convention just as exciting for lifelong comic readers as it is for casual movie fans. \nOne of the biggest draws each year is the celebrity lineup. The 2026 convention features appearances from stars including Priscilla Presley\, Patrick Warburton\, Lea Thompson\, Charisma Carpenter\, Ron Perlman\, Theo Rossi\, Emilio Rivera\, Frank Whaley\, Tyler Mane\, Diedrich Bader\, Sgt. Slaughter\, and cast members from Peacemaker\, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles\, Rick and Morty\, Phineas & Ferb\, Star Wars animation\, and many more. Fans can purchase autographs\, selfies\, professional photo opportunities\, and select combo packages directly from participating guests. \nComic book fans will also find one of the strongest creator lineups in the country. Legendary artists and writers including Jim Lee\, Chris Claremont\, Jeph Loeb\, Walter Simonson\, Dan Jurgens\, Jim Starlin\, Mike Grell\, Jerry Ordway\, Al Milgrom\, Mike DeCarlo\, and dozens of additional creators will be meeting fans\, signing books\, sketching artwork\, and participating in panels throughout the weekend. \nTerrifiCon is far more than an autograph show. Throughout the weekend visitors can attend panel discussions\, Q&A sessions\, gaming events\, Jedi training\, cosplay meetups\, professional photo ops\, artist demonstrations\, and family programming. Sunday features free children’s entertainment along with the convention’s annual Costume Parade and Cosplay Contest\, where fans compete for awards recognizing the best superheroes\, villains\, anime characters\, video game characters\, performances\, and audience favorite costumes. \nCosplay remains one of TerrifiCon’s signature attractions. Fans of every age are encouraged to attend dressed as their favorite comic book\, movie\, television\, anime\, or gaming characters. Costume props are welcome after passing the convention’s required security inspection\, although real weapons and metal blades are prohibited. Because of Mohegan Sun gaming regulations\, masks and full-face helmets may be worn throughout the convention areas but must be removed before entering the casino gaming floor. Detailed cosplay and prop policies are available through the convention organizers. \nThe convention is designed as a family-friendly event. Children under 10 receive free admission with a paid adult\, Sunday includes additional children’s programming\, and attendees have access to Mohegan Sun’s restaurants\, shopping\, arcades\, entertainment venues\, and hotel throughout the weekend. Free parking is available for all guests\, and many Mohegan Sun restaurants and retailers traditionally offer discounts to attendees who present their TerrifiCon badges. Visitors needing a break can also take advantage of panel rooms\, quiet spaces\, ADA services\, charging stations\, and other amenities available throughout the resort. \n2026 Show Hours\nFriday\, August 7\n1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\n10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\n10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nEarly Bird ticket holders receive admission 30 minutes before public opening each day. \n\n2026 Highlights\n\nHundreds of exhibitors and vendors\nArtist Alley\nCelebrity autographs\nProfessional photo opportunities\nComic creator signings\nPanel discussions\nGaming events\nJedi Training\nCosplay throughout the weekend\nSunday Costume Parade\nSunday Cosplay Contest\nFamily activities\nFree parking\nKids under 10 admitted free with a paid adult\n\n\nFeatured Comic Creators\nAmong this year’s featured creators are: \n\nJim Lee\nChris Claremont\nJeph Loeb\nWalter Simonson\nDan Jurgens\nJim Starlin\nMike Grell\nJerry Ordway\nAl Milgrom\nMike DeCarlo\n\n…and dozens more appearing throughout the weekend. \n\nFeatured Celebrity Guests\nThe 2026 lineup includes appearances by: \n\nPriscilla Presley\nPatrick Warburton\nLea Thompson\nCharisma Carpenter\nRon Perlman\nTheo Rossi\nEmilio Rivera\nFrank Whaley\nDiedrich Bader\nTyler Mane\nSgt. Slaughter\nDee Bradley Baker\nMaurice LaMarche\nRob Paulsen\nOlivia Olson\nAlyson Stoner\nVincent Martella\nSpencer Grammer\nHarry Belden\nIan Cardoni\n\nAdditional guests\, schedules\, autograph pricing\, and professional photo opportunities are available through the official event website. \n\nAdmission\nAdult Single-Day Tickets\nFriday: $45 \nSaturday: $49 \nSunday: $42 \nAges 10–13\nFriday: $25 \nSaturday: $25 \nSunday: $20 \nThree-Day Pass\nAdults: $132 \nAges 10–13: $70 \nIncludes: \n\nThree-day admission\n30-minute early entry each day\nExclusive commemorative print\n\nChildren under 10 are admitted free with a paid adult. \n\nEvent Details\nEvent: TerrifiCon 2026 \nDates: August 7–9\, 2026 \nLocation:\nEarth Expo & Convention Center\nMohegan Sun\n1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard\nUncasville\, CT \nParking: Free \n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information\, celebrity schedules\, autograph pricing\, panel schedules\, cosplay rules\, hotel information\, and ticket purchases are available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/terrificon/
LOCATION:Earth Expo and Convention Center\, Winter Parking Garage\, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd\, Uncasville\, CT\, 06382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mohegan Sun
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SUMMARY:TerrifiCon 2026 at Mohegan Sun
DESCRIPTION:TerrifiCon 2026 returns to Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center from Friday\, August 7\, through Sunday\, August 9\, bringing together thousands of comic book fans\, movie lovers\, gamers\, collectors\, and cosplayers for three days of celebrity appearances\, comic creators\, exclusive collectibles\, panels\, cosplay\, gaming\, and family-friendly entertainment. Now in its fifteenth year and produced by Big Fedora Marketing\, TerrifiCon has become Connecticut’s largest comic convention and one of the premier pop culture events in New England. \nFounded in 2012 and hosted at Mohegan Sun since 2015\, TerrifiCon celebrates every corner of pop culture. Visitors can meet legendary comic book creators\, television and film stars\, voice actors\, wrestlers\, and artists while exploring hundreds of vendor booths filled with comic books\, original artwork\, toys\, games\, statues\, trading cards\, cosplay accessories\, and rare collectibles. Artist Alley offers fans the opportunity to meet many of the industry’s most influential writers and illustrators\, making the convention just as exciting for lifelong comic readers as it is for casual movie fans. \nOne of the biggest draws each year is the celebrity lineup. The 2026 convention features appearances from stars including Priscilla Presley\, Patrick Warburton\, Lea Thompson\, Charisma Carpenter\, Ron Perlman\, Theo Rossi\, Emilio Rivera\, Frank Whaley\, Tyler Mane\, Diedrich Bader\, Sgt. Slaughter\, and cast members from Peacemaker\, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles\, Rick and Morty\, Phineas & Ferb\, Star Wars animation\, and many more. Fans can purchase autographs\, selfies\, professional photo opportunities\, and select combo packages directly from participating guests. \nComic book fans will also find one of the strongest creator lineups in the country. Legendary artists and writers including Jim Lee\, Chris Claremont\, Jeph Loeb\, Walter Simonson\, Dan Jurgens\, Jim Starlin\, Mike Grell\, Jerry Ordway\, Al Milgrom\, Mike DeCarlo\, and dozens of additional creators will be meeting fans\, signing books\, sketching artwork\, and participating in panels throughout the weekend. \nTerrifiCon is far more than an autograph show. Throughout the weekend visitors can attend panel discussions\, Q&A sessions\, gaming events\, Jedi training\, cosplay meetups\, professional photo ops\, artist demonstrations\, and family programming. Sunday features free children’s entertainment along with the convention’s annual Costume Parade and Cosplay Contest\, where fans compete for awards recognizing the best superheroes\, villains\, anime characters\, video game characters\, performances\, and audience favorite costumes. \nCosplay remains one of TerrifiCon’s signature attractions. Fans of every age are encouraged to attend dressed as their favorite comic book\, movie\, television\, anime\, or gaming characters. Costume props are welcome after passing the convention’s required security inspection\, although real weapons and metal blades are prohibited. Because of Mohegan Sun gaming regulations\, masks and full-face helmets may be worn throughout the convention areas but must be removed before entering the casino gaming floor. Detailed cosplay and prop policies are available through the convention organizers. \nThe convention is designed as a family-friendly event. Children under 10 receive free admission with a paid adult\, Sunday includes additional children’s programming\, and attendees have access to Mohegan Sun’s restaurants\, shopping\, arcades\, entertainment venues\, and hotel throughout the weekend. Free parking is available for all guests\, and many Mohegan Sun restaurants and retailers traditionally offer discounts to attendees who present their TerrifiCon badges. Visitors needing a break can also take advantage of panel rooms\, quiet spaces\, ADA services\, charging stations\, and other amenities available throughout the resort. \n2026 Show Hours\nFriday\, August 7\n1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\n10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\n10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nEarly Bird ticket holders receive admission 30 minutes before public opening each day. \n\n2026 Highlights\n\nHundreds of exhibitors and vendors\nArtist Alley\nCelebrity autographs\nProfessional photo opportunities\nComic creator signings\nPanel discussions\nGaming events\nJedi Training\nCosplay throughout the weekend\nSunday Costume Parade\nSunday Cosplay Contest\nFamily activities\nFree parking\nKids under 10 admitted free with a paid adult\n\n\nFeatured Comic Creators\nAmong this year’s featured creators are: \n\nJim Lee\nChris Claremont\nJeph Loeb\nWalter Simonson\nDan Jurgens\nJim Starlin\nMike Grell\nJerry Ordway\nAl Milgrom\nMike DeCarlo\n\n…and dozens more appearing throughout the weekend. \n\nFeatured Celebrity Guests\nThe 2026 lineup includes appearances by: \n\nPriscilla Presley\nPatrick Warburton\nLea Thompson\nCharisma Carpenter\nRon Perlman\nTheo Rossi\nEmilio Rivera\nFrank Whaley\nDiedrich Bader\nTyler Mane\nSgt. Slaughter\nDee Bradley Baker\nMaurice LaMarche\nRob Paulsen\nOlivia Olson\nAlyson Stoner\nVincent Martella\nSpencer Grammer\nHarry Belden\nIan Cardoni\n\nAdditional guests\, schedules\, autograph pricing\, and professional photo opportunities are available through the official event website. \n\nAdmission\nAdult Single-Day Tickets\nFriday: $45 \nSaturday: $49 \nSunday: $42 \nAges 10–13\nFriday: $25 \nSaturday: $25 \nSunday: $20 \nThree-Day Pass\nAdults: $132 \nAges 10–13: $70 \nIncludes: \n\nThree-day admission\n30-minute early entry each day\nExclusive commemorative print\n\nChildren under 10 are admitted free with a paid adult. \n\nEvent Details\nEvent: TerrifiCon 2026 \nDates: August 7–9\, 2026 \nLocation:\nEarth Expo & Convention Center\nMohegan Sun\n1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard\nUncasville\, CT \nParking: Free \n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information\, celebrity schedules\, autograph pricing\, panel schedules\, cosplay rules\, hotel information\, and ticket purchases are available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/terrificon-2026-at-mohegan-sun-080826/
LOCATION:Earth Expo and Convention Center\, Winter Parking Garage\, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd\, Uncasville\, CT\, 06382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mohegan Sun
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SUMMARY:TerrifiCon 2026 at Mohegan Sun
DESCRIPTION:TerrifiCon 2026 returns to Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center from Friday\, August 7\, through Sunday\, August 9\, bringing together thousands of comic book fans\, movie lovers\, gamers\, collectors\, and cosplayers for three days of celebrity appearances\, comic creators\, exclusive collectibles\, panels\, cosplay\, gaming\, and family-friendly entertainment. Now in its fifteenth year and produced by Big Fedora Marketing\, TerrifiCon has become Connecticut’s largest comic convention and one of the premier pop culture events in New England. \nFounded in 2012 and hosted at Mohegan Sun since 2015\, TerrifiCon celebrates every corner of pop culture. Visitors can meet legendary comic book creators\, television and film stars\, voice actors\, wrestlers\, and artists while exploring hundreds of vendor booths filled with comic books\, original artwork\, toys\, games\, statues\, trading cards\, cosplay accessories\, and rare collectibles. Artist Alley offers fans the opportunity to meet many of the industry’s most influential writers and illustrators\, making the convention just as exciting for lifelong comic readers as it is for casual movie fans. \nOne of the biggest draws each year is the celebrity lineup. The 2026 convention features appearances from stars including Priscilla Presley\, Patrick Warburton\, Lea Thompson\, Charisma Carpenter\, Ron Perlman\, Theo Rossi\, Emilio Rivera\, Frank Whaley\, Tyler Mane\, Diedrich Bader\, Sgt. Slaughter\, and cast members from Peacemaker\, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles\, Rick and Morty\, Phineas & Ferb\, Star Wars animation\, and many more. Fans can purchase autographs\, selfies\, professional photo opportunities\, and select combo packages directly from participating guests. \nComic book fans will also find one of the strongest creator lineups in the country. Legendary artists and writers including Jim Lee\, Chris Claremont\, Jeph Loeb\, Walter Simonson\, Dan Jurgens\, Jim Starlin\, Mike Grell\, Jerry Ordway\, Al Milgrom\, Mike DeCarlo\, and dozens of additional creators will be meeting fans\, signing books\, sketching artwork\, and participating in panels throughout the weekend. \nTerrifiCon is far more than an autograph show. Throughout the weekend visitors can attend panel discussions\, Q&A sessions\, gaming events\, Jedi training\, cosplay meetups\, professional photo ops\, artist demonstrations\, and family programming. Sunday features free children’s entertainment along with the convention’s annual Costume Parade and Cosplay Contest\, where fans compete for awards recognizing the best superheroes\, villains\, anime characters\, video game characters\, performances\, and audience favorite costumes. \nCosplay remains one of TerrifiCon’s signature attractions. Fans of every age are encouraged to attend dressed as their favorite comic book\, movie\, television\, anime\, or gaming characters. Costume props are welcome after passing the convention’s required security inspection\, although real weapons and metal blades are prohibited. Because of Mohegan Sun gaming regulations\, masks and full-face helmets may be worn throughout the convention areas but must be removed before entering the casino gaming floor. Detailed cosplay and prop policies are available through the convention organizers. \nThe convention is designed as a family-friendly event. Children under 10 receive free admission with a paid adult\, Sunday includes additional children’s programming\, and attendees have access to Mohegan Sun’s restaurants\, shopping\, arcades\, entertainment venues\, and hotel throughout the weekend. Free parking is available for all guests\, and many Mohegan Sun restaurants and retailers traditionally offer discounts to attendees who present their TerrifiCon badges. Visitors needing a break can also take advantage of panel rooms\, quiet spaces\, ADA services\, charging stations\, and other amenities available throughout the resort. \n2026 Show Hours\nFriday\, August 7\n1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, August 8\n10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSunday\, August 9\n10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nEarly Bird ticket holders receive admission 30 minutes before public opening each day. \n\n2026 Highlights\n\nHundreds of exhibitors and vendors\nArtist Alley\nCelebrity autographs\nProfessional photo opportunities\nComic creator signings\nPanel discussions\nGaming events\nJedi Training\nCosplay throughout the weekend\nSunday Costume Parade\nSunday Cosplay Contest\nFamily activities\nFree parking\nKids under 10 admitted free with a paid adult\n\n\nFeatured Comic Creators\nAmong this year’s featured creators are: \n\nJim Lee\nChris Claremont\nJeph Loeb\nWalter Simonson\nDan Jurgens\nJim Starlin\nMike Grell\nJerry Ordway\nAl Milgrom\nMike DeCarlo\n\n…and dozens more appearing throughout the weekend. \n\nFeatured Celebrity Guests\nThe 2026 lineup includes appearances by: \n\nPriscilla Presley\nPatrick Warburton\nLea Thompson\nCharisma Carpenter\nRon Perlman\nTheo Rossi\nEmilio Rivera\nFrank Whaley\nDiedrich Bader\nTyler Mane\nSgt. Slaughter\nDee Bradley Baker\nMaurice LaMarche\nRob Paulsen\nOlivia Olson\nAlyson Stoner\nVincent Martella\nSpencer Grammer\nHarry Belden\nIan Cardoni\n\nAdditional guests\, schedules\, autograph pricing\, and professional photo opportunities are available through the official event website. \n\nAdmission\nAdult Single-Day Tickets\nFriday: $45 \nSaturday: $49 \nSunday: $42 \nAges 10–13\nFriday: $25 \nSaturday: $25 \nSunday: $20 \nThree-Day Pass\nAdults: $132 \nAges 10–13: $70 \nIncludes: \n\nThree-day admission\n30-minute early entry each day\nExclusive commemorative print\n\nChildren under 10 are admitted free with a paid adult. \n\nEvent Details\nEvent: TerrifiCon 2026 \nDates: August 7–9\, 2026 \nLocation:\nEarth Expo & Convention Center\nMohegan Sun\n1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard\nUncasville\, CT \nParking: Free \n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information\, celebrity schedules\, autograph pricing\, panel schedules\, cosplay rules\, hotel information\, and ticket purchases are available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/terrificon-2026-at-mohegan-sun-080726/
LOCATION:Earth Expo and Convention Center\, Winter Parking Garage\, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd\, Uncasville\, CT\, 06382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mohegan Sun
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SUMMARY:Marvel Universe Trivia!
DESCRIPTION:Marvel Universe Trivia! lands at Outer Light Brewing on Sunday\, June 14\, giving fans of superheroes\, villains\, multiverses\, and epic battles a chance to prove their Marvel knowledge. From the earliest comic book heroes to the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe adventures\, participants will face questions covering decades of stories\, characters\, movies\, and unforgettable moments from one of the world’s most popular entertainment franchises. \nWhether you know every Infinity Stone\, can recite Tony Stark’s best one-liners\, or have strong opinions about who would win in a battle between Marvel’s most powerful heroes\, this event is designed to challenge casual fans and die-hard enthusiasts alike. Teams are encouraged to arrive early\, as Marvel-themed trivia events have become some of the most popular gatherings in the Taproom at Outer Light Brewing. \nThe combination of friendly competition\, craft beer\, and comic book fandom creates a fun afternoon for friends\, families\, and trivia lovers. Assemble your team\, claim a table\, and prepare for an afternoon of Marvel questions that could determine who truly deserves superhero bragging rights. \n\n📅 When: Sunday\, June 14th\n⏰ Time: 2:00 PM Start (Get here early to grab a table!)\n📍 Where: Outer Light Brewing – The Taproom \nCaptain America: “Listen up. We have a new mission. Assemble your team and test your Marvel knowledge.” \nThor: “AND PROVE YOURSELVES WORTHY! The greatest battle of wits in Midgard approaches!” \nCaptain America: “Thor\, dial it back. It’s trivia. Just make sure you arrive early. These events fill up faster than you can throw that hammer.” \nGroot: “I am Groot.” \nCaptain America: “Exactly. Grab a table\, grab a pint\, and we’ll see you on the 14th.” \n  \nContact:\nOuter Light Brewing Company\n(475) 201-9972 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/marvel-universe-trivia/
LOCATION:Outer Light Brewing Company\, 266 Bridge Street\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outer Light Brewing
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