The countdown to C2E2 2025 has begun, and fans of comics, anime, gaming, and pop culture are in for a treat! This year’s Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo promises to be bigger and better than ever, bringing together award-winning comic artists, bestselling authors, anime voice actors, and fan-favorite celebrities for an unforgettable weekend of fandom celebration.
A Star-Studded Guest Lineup
C2E2 is known for its impressive guest roster, and 2025 is no exception! Fans will have the chance to meet and interact with Hollywood icons, voice-acting legends, and pop culture favorites, including:
- The Breakfast Club cast: Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, and Ally Sheedy
- The Lord of the Rings stars: Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, Billy Boyd, and John Rhys-Davies
- Futurama voice cast: Billy West, Phil LaMarr, John DiMaggio, and Katey Sagal
- Outlander stars: Sam Heughan, David Berry, and Charles Vandervaart
- Critical Role cast: Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O’Brien, Marisha Ray, Matthew Mercer, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham
- The casts of classic films and games such as Robocop, Starship Troopers, Red Dead Redemption, and Baldur’s Gate 3
A Packed Schedule of Panels, Shopping, and Art
C2E2 2025 has unveiled its highly anticipated Panel Schedule, featuring an incredible lineup of discussions, Q&As, and exclusive reveals covering everything from blockbuster films to the latest in anime, comics, and gaming.
For collectors and fans looking for unique treasures, the Exhibitor List showcases vendors offering incredible comics, art, collectibles, trading cards, games, and exclusive merchandise that can’t be found anywhere else.
Book lovers can immerse themselves in the Writers’ Block, a dedicated area for prose books and novels where authors will discuss their latest works, sign books, and share insights into their storytelling craft.
Meanwhile, the beloved Artist Alley remains the heartbeat of C2E2, where attendees can discover original artwork, commission unique pieces, and meet the creators behind their favorite comics and illustrations.
Tickets & Superfan Membership Perks
Tickets for C2E2 2025 are on sale now, with both multi-day and single-day options available for attendees. For those looking to take their experience to the next level, the C2E2 Superfan Membership offers an array of exclusive perks:
- Digital access to the event
- Priority access to purchase Select Autographing sessions and Photo Ops
- Exclusive merchandise opportunities throughout the year
- Onsite perks such as Fast Pass lines for Autographing and Photo Ops
For just $99 annually, the Superfan Membership ensures that fans get the ultimate C2E2 experience with premium access and VIP treatment.
Get Hyped for C2E2 2025!
Whether you’re a long-time convention-goer or a first-time attendee, C2E2 2025 is shaping up to be an unmissable event. Get ready to celebrate your favorite fandoms, meet incredible guests, shop for exclusive collectibles, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend with fellow fans.
Don’t wait—secure your tickets now and prepare for an epic pop culture adventure at C2E2 2025!
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ReedPop is a boutique group within RX – one of the world’s leading event organizers. Launched in 2006, the group has become the number one producer of pop culture events globally and a full-service digital content provider and media company. Delivering once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences curated specifically for localized audiences, ReedPop currently features events in North America, Europe and Asia, including New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), PAX West, East, and Unplugged, Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), Star Wars Celebration, MCM Comic Con, Eurogamer Expo (EGX), MagicCon, and more. In addition to organizing and managing events, ReedPop owns and operates the pop culture news site, Popverse, which is the exclusive home for livestreams from all of ReedPop’s major comic cons. The staff at ReedPop are a fan-based group of professionals uniquely qualified to build and serve the communities with whom they share a common passion. (www.reedpop.com)
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Second Union is a pop culture/entertainment news portal created in 2016. Our aim has always been to bring our audience the latest information and updates regarding their favorite pop culture-related subjects. Via our website and social media platforms we explore the worlds of movies, television, comic books/graphic novels, music, video games, toys/collectibles and conventions. Our mission is to offer original content and unique points of view you won’t find anywhere else on the web. Our long-time goal is to ultimately become your favorite pop culture/entertainment news destination on the internet!
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