Here we go again.  Let the party begin!

The 2025 edition of the SI ComicCon is getting ready.  Are you?
Come and spend the dayVisit the booths full of all things fun, weird, colorful and wonderful.  Come dressed for the occasion as your favorite comic character.  Participate in our really cool Cosplay contest.  Connect with others and meet some talented artists and special guests.  In short, have a good time.

DOORS OPEN AT 10:00AM            DOORS CLOSE AT 5:00PM   


 SPECIAL ADVANCE PURCHASE TICKETS


Gold VIP package (advance purchase only)  $50

- 9AM admission (one hour early)
- Both Pokemon and Mighty Ducks lithographs-
- Collectors badge
- Souvenir ComicCon T-Shirt

Pokemon VIP package (advance purchase only)   $25

- 9AM admission (one hour early)
- One Pokemon lithograph
- Collectors badge

Mighty Ducks VIP package (advance purchase only)  $25

- 9AM admission (one hour early)
- Power Rangers - Mighty Ducks lithograph
 - Collectors badge

Early Admission - All ages - $12.00

Gets you onto the vendor floor one hour before the general public.  9AM entry time vs. 10AM. 

Regular Admission (advanced or at the door)

Gets you in the door on onto the floor! Purchase in advance and skip the line at the box office.  Tickets will be available at the door on Saturday.

Adults - $5.00  
Kids under 12 year of age - FREE

SPECIAL APPEARANCES BY.....

Michele Knotz - Voice Actor


For the past 17 years Michele has been the voice of Jessie on this series you may have heard of called Pokémon. She’s also been the voice of May, Misty, Nurse Joy, The Pokédex and roughly about 70 Pokémon. Other voice acting roles include Carina in One Piece Film: Gold, Alisa Bosconovitch and Roll in Street Fighter X Tekken, Ogiue Chika in Genshiken, The Sparrow Nike and Mummified Izanami in SMITE, Neo Alraune in Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle, Bazzi in KartRider Rush+, Lilliel Saotome in The Guided Fate Paradox, Athena and Akiko in Aria, Young Burndy Byojack in One Piece 3D2Y, Rol in The Last Dungeon Boonies, Koyuki Asagiri in Kujibiki Unbalance, The Pokémon Trainer, Squirtle and Various Pokémon in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Yumi in Kitsune Zero, The Caryatid Sisters and Persephone in Gods’ School: The Olympian Gods and a bunch of other anime, shows and video games!


But wait! There’s more! Michele’s the writer/script adapter for The Way of the Househusband, Rilakkuma’s Theme Park Adventure, Shaman King 2021 and much more awesome shows on Netflix!


When Michele’s not screaming her head off in her vocal booth, or quickly typing away at her writing desk, she’s streaming on Twitch playing a variety of video games either solo or with her lovely, wonderful community she’s dubbed, The Knotz Berry Farm! You can catch Michele on Twitch right here: https://www.twitch.tv/micheleknotz


Matt Doherty - Actor


Matt was in all 3 Mighty Ducks being a staple in the franchise. He even made a appearance in the new Mighty Ducks television series Game Changers. Matt also had memorable appearances in SoI Married An Axe Murderer, Grey's Anatomy, Boston Public and ER.




Matthew Atchley - Actor / Artist


Like most superheroes of lore, has a dual identity! He’s an actor and artist known for his intricately hand drawn artwork and ever growing list of acting credits. His art subjects span across all fandoms and forms of pop culture including characters from popular TV, film, comics, and more. He has created artwork for several actors from a wide variety of tv series and films. Ever diverse, his other projects have included co-creating a cartoon/comic series with Actor Sean Astin, book cover art, company logos, and more. 


Matthew’s acting credits continue to grow as he has been cast in over 90 productions thus far. He’s very well known in the “True Crime” genre as he’s starred in many episodes across several networks. His TV credits include Homicide Hunter, Fatal Attraction, Ozark, The Resident, The Originals, Watchman, The Righteous Gemstones, Tulsa King and so much more! His movie credits include Richard Jewell, What Men Want & Safety. His entire artwork portfolio, online shopping links, current appearance schedule, acting credits and all social media links can be found at artofmatthewatchley.com




SHOW VENDORS

Comics

 

AJ Comics

Burg Comics

Crash Comics

Tater Tot Comics

Fantasy Dragon 

Primary Colours Retro Relics 

Castle Perilous 


Toys

 

Brain's Toys 

Primary Colours Retro Relics

Crash Comics

J. Jackson Toys 

Imperial Outpost

Fantasy Dragon

Tater Tot Collectibles

StL Bricks


Jewelry


SpaceBabe Beaded 

Julie Cavins 


Video Games/Games

 

Castle Perilous 

Rocket Resale

Primary Colours Retro Relics 

Tater Tot Collectibles 

Unique Items

 

Kittles Krafts 

Heroes 4 Hire 

Professor Play 

Poddig Paintings 

Black Cat Soap

Tammy's Thread Theory 

Timber and Twine


Authors

 

Amy Hale

Molly Daniels

Alysson Dotson

Kenny Sills 

Brian K. Morris 


Artists


Red Banana Art 

Holman Art 

Monte Baldwin

I.H. Studios 

Wonka's Marker Art 

Poddig Paintings

Kat Death Art 

Marcuss Hall Art 

Lily's Pad Art 




Participate in our FANTASTIC Cosplay contest!

Let loose with your inner self and join the fun on stage channeling your favorite character for a chance to win some ComicCon bucks and bragging rights. 

Simply put, there is not a better Cosplay contest anywhere!  Lights, sound, and great costumes all combine to make this event, one not to miss!

Three divisions -  Kid / Adult / Original Handmade

Kid division - Must be 12 years of age or younger.  Original or commercial costume.

Adult division - Must be 13 years of age or older.  Original or commercial costume.

Original Handmade - Any age but costume MUST be 80% original construction.  No commercial costumes. 

You must register for the contest this year. 

We're taking the popular video game and supercharging it beyond belief.  Here's a chance to bust a move in front of the game as it's projected onto a 55 foot diagonal screen complete with chest thumping sound!  Talk about immersive! This is the first time in Southern Illinois such an experience is being offered, and it's coming to SI ComicCon.

The Just Dance Experience tournament will be open to all ages.  There will only be 48 entry slots.  The price to enter the tournament is $5.00 per person.  Tournament will begin at 12PM (noon).  Who will be crowned 'the best'?   

Smash Bros. Tournament


For those better with their fingers rather than their feet plan on entering our Smash Brothers Tournament on the Switch.  This will be held in the 'Bat Cave' on the west side of the main parking lot.

There will be two divisions of the tournament.  Division I is open to ages 12 years and under and scheduled to get underway at 10:30 AM.  Division II is open to ages 13 years and up and scheduled to get underway to 1PM.  Entry fee for both divisions is $5.00. There will only be 16 entry slots in each division.  


Official 2025 SI Comic Con T-shirt!


Don't miss your opportunity to own this great looking t-shirt.  A very small and limited number of these will be available for purchase on the day of the Con.  The better way to have one is to order your

t-shirt in advance!  This way you get the size you want and the knowledge you will take one of these babies home that day.  So follow the link to our ticket cart, look towards the bottom of page and you will see your opportunity to purchase.  Don't wait, do it now! 

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Other appearances throughout the day and around the show by...

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