Third Wave of Special Guests for WonderCon 2018 Revealed

Comic-Con International just keeps the announcements coming. While we’re still waiting for official dates for Open Registration, we have our third wave of guests announced for WonderCon Anaheim 2018.

The third wave of special guests for next year’s con, which will be held on March 23-25 have been revealed. From the Toucan Blog, attendees to WonderCon 2018 can look forward to seeing:

• Sergio Aragonés • Cartoonist, MAD, Groo
• Jody Houser • Writer, Mother Panic, Faith, Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows
• John Jennings • Author, The Blacker the Ink, Octavia Butler’s Kindred graphic novel
• Matthew Rosenberg • Writer, Phoenix Resurrection, Kingpin, We Can Never Go Home

Badges for WonderCon Anaheim 2018 are currently available. Purchase them online before February 20, 2018 to have them shipped right to you.

Additional special guests will be announced next week.

You can find the complete announcement on the Toucan Blog.

Are you excited about theses special guests? Let us know in the comments.

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WonderCon Anaheim 2018 Badges Are on Sale Now

WonderCon 2016

There’s been a lot of activity for Comic Con International within the past few weeks – CCI has already held their Returning Registration for San Diego Comic-Con 2018, and we’ve had a couple of hints of when Open Registration might be taking place. But for Comic-Con’s smaller sister show, WonderCon Anaheim, there hasn’t been much news other than the weekly WonderCon Wednesday guest announcements that began on November 1, 2017.

But today, Comic-Con International has unveiled a bit of a holiday treat for fans: WonderCon Anaheim 2018 badges are now on sale. To purchase badges, you will need to log into your Member ID and click on the registration info tab.

Prices for the March 23-25 convention three-day badge for 2018 clocks in at $75, while a Friday or Saturday badge will run you $35 each, and a Sunday-only badge comes in at $20. These prices are up a bit from last year, but are still some of the best value badges around.

Just like with last year, badges will be available online only. The convention has sold out the past few years, though nowhere near the speed of San Diego Comic-Con.

Similar to Comic-Con, you’ll need a Member ID to buy a badge, but unlike with SDCC, you can set up an ID today and still complete your purchase. And, same as last year, WonderCon badges purchased prior to February 20, 2018 will be mailed (though just like with SDCC, international attendees will still pick up on-site). Those who purchase after February 20, 2018 will also pick up on-site.

Stay tuned for more updates about hotels.

Although WonderCon is smaller than Comic-Con, it still sees some amazing programming. Last year’s headliners included Wonder Woman, Riverdale, Prison Break, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and more.. The full line-up for this year’s convention won’t be released until closer to the convention date in March.

You can find out more information about badges on Comic-Con International’s website.

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WonderCon Anaheim 2018 Badges On Sale Now

WONDERCON ANAHEIM 2018 REGISTRATION UPDATE

WonderCon Anaheim 2018 Badges On Sale Now

WonderCon Anaheim 2018 badges are on sale now! Purchase your badge by February 20, 2018 for advanced shipping. 

Read more

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Badge Sale

Information regarding badges for WonderCon Anaheim.

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GeekShot Exclusive Photo Series Vol. 4 (Week 17)

Welcome to the GeekShot Photo Exclusive Series. This will be a regularly recurring post featuring cool, interesting, or just plain awesome moments we have captured during San Diego Comic-Con and WonderCon over the years. Each post will include a photo by Beth or James of GeekShot Photography. We may include a short story about the photo, but sometimes we’ll just let the photo speak for itself.

About This Photo

The cast of Justice League and Chris Hardwick during San Diego Comic-Con 2016.

What did you think of Justice League? Let us know in the comments.

You can see all of the previous posts in this series here.

This photo is copyright (All Rights Reserved) by Beth and/or James Riley of GeekShot Photography. It may not be copied, reposted, published, or used in any manner without their written permission.

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Things to do Now to Get Prepped for SDCC 2018 Open Registration

Get Prepared for SDCC 2018 Open Registration Now

Unlike 2017, San Diego Comic-Con 2018 appears to be moving forward with lightning speed.

Thus far we have seen San Diego Comic-Con 2018 Returning Registration come and go, and Early Bird Hotel sale for 2018 are already open for reservations. It’s as if Comic-Con International is on a roll this season and they don’t expect to slow down anytime soon.

If you haven’t started already, now is probably a good time to begin prepping for San Diego Comic-Con 2018 Open Registration. CCI has posted that they will likely announce a SDCC 2018 Open Registration badge sale date sometime in late November or early December. This means the clock is ticking and we should probably expect news of a badge sale soon.

So, whether you are a newbie trying this all out for the first time, or a returning con-goer looking for your second chance, there are steps you can take now before the sale is even announced. What do you need to do now to help you prepare for San Diego Comic-Con 2018 Open Registration? Lets take a look:

• Create a Member ID – This is the most important step for all newcomers. Comic-Con International will often close the Member ID system without notice before the sale. This means that no new Member ID’s will be able to be created during that time, and if you haven’t already signed up for that Member ID, then you will NOT be able to participate in Open Reg badge sales. Creating this ID now will not only allow you to take part in the badge purchase process, but it will also put you on the official mailing list where announcements regarding purchase dates are made (so long as you don’t opt out of receiving e-mails – so don’t do that). So simply put, no Member ID = no badge. Get that Member ID created now!
• Group Up! – Most veteran con goers know that working with a buying group can help boost the odds of obtaining that badge. While it is never guaranteed that you will obtain a badge just by joining in a group, it can be extremely helpful come badge sale time. It is always best to start the process of finding a group earlier rather than later, as many groups “fill up”. As we say in Comic-Con land – “It’s never too early”. If you would like to learn more about buying groups you can check out our group buying FAQ guide. How do you find a badge group? Start with your friends, and Friends of Comic-Con International also organizes several very well-organized groups.
• Learn the Process – Even seasoned con vets can get overwhelmed with the whole buying process. If it’s your first time attempting the sale, or if that old vet memory needs a refresher course on the finer details of badge sale etiquette, it’s always best to learn the process. It just so happens that we have a handy dandy San Diego Comic-Con Returning Registration 2018 Visual Guide that you can study up with. Learn it, love it and be prepared.
• Funding the Expedition – Simply put, always make sure you have funds in place to cover the cost of those coveted San Diego Comic-Con badges. Comic-Con International will only accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards as payment. They do not accept Paypal or payment via multiple credit cards. So be sure those funds are in place and ready.
• Get Your Questions Answered – Sometimes the best badge sale prep is reading and research. Read up and research all the information you can before the sale to get any questions you may have answered. Take a peek at our own San Diego Comic-Con FAQ page. It’s filled with a plethora of great info to help you get started.

Once a date is announced for 2018 Open Registration we will be posting updated tip guides with more detailed information regarding all the technicalities you will need to know.  Be sure to follow us here on the Ublog or on Twitter for all the latest SDCC 2018 updates!

Do you have any helpful tips that help you prepare for badge sales? If so, let us know in the comments.

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Friday Fun Poll – Open Registration Date

According to Comic-Con International, we’re having four badge sales in a year – with Open Registration set to take place “sometime” before the end of the year. But when will it take place?

Our sporadic Friday Fun Poll asks if you’re feeling lucky – about making Saturday plans anytime between now and New Year’s, that is:

What date do you think Open Registration for San Diego Comic-Con 2018 will take place?

• November 18
• November 25
• December 2
• December 9
• December 16
• December 23
• December 30
• ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

from San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog http://sdccblog.com/2017/11/friday-fun-poll-open-registration-date/
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