Huge travelling event to bring heroes and villains from the likes of Star Wars, Spider-Man and Pokémon to Inverness
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Ever wanted to meet Spider-Man, the Ghostbusters or Chewbacca from Star Wars?
Fans of all manner of comic book and big screen heroes and villains will be able to rub shoulders with an array of fictional characters as a huge touring event hits Inverness for the first time later this month.
The Big Glasgow Comic Page (BGCP) is bringing the travelling ComiCon event to Inverness Leisure on Saturday July 29, with doors open from 10am to 4pm.
Attendees are being promised a fun day out suitable for all ages and budgets, with tickets starting from as little as £1 and all children under 5 years old welcomed free-of-charge.
It will showcase more than 60 traders and artists selling merchandise from Marvel, DC, Pokémon, Star Wars, Dungeons & Dragons, and many more.
Ian Bonar of BGCP said: “BGCP first started plans to run in Inverness back in 2019, but due to the pandemic it was postponed – until now, having confirmed Inverness Leisure as the venue.
“Attendees and fans can get free pictures with movie props, statues, and of course the chance to meet all their favourite heroes and villains such as Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Spider-Man, Sonic the Hedgehog, Pikachu, Ghostbusters, characters from Star Wars and much more.”
BGCP has run comic conventions in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond, Ayrshire, Dundee, Fife, Aberdeen and the company believes Inverness can also become an annual host given promising ticket sales.
All workshop tickets have sold out in advance for themes including Jurassic class, slime-making and hero mask-making.
There will also be movie and TV props to inspect, arcade machines and consoles to play and character meet and greets with photo opportunities for fans.
Organisers are also running a cosplay competition, with 100 RSVP spots already filled by fans.
Ian Munro, High Life Highland’s assistant leisure manager, said: “We are delighted to welcome ComiCon to Inverness Leisure.
“It is another first for High Life Highland to host such a huge event.
“Inverness Leisure is the biggest leisure facility in the Highlands, and we take pride in hosting various major events such as music concerts and gymnastics competitions.
“We’re working alongside the organisers to ensure it is a major success for the area as well as for families to enjoy what is on offer throughout the day.”
Steve Walsh, High Life Highland’s Chief Executive, concluded: “High Life Highland is excited by the opportunity to pilot BGCP’s ComiCon at Inverness Leisure this year.
“With such an eclectic series of events and activities planned for the day at such an affordable price tag, it is sure to be a hit for the local community, and a point of pride for High Life Highland.”
BGCP will be taking their travelling ComiCon elsewhere in Scotland throughout 2023, with other locations including: Renfrew, East Kilbride, Oban, Galashiels, Dundee, Dumfries, with more to be announced.
Limited tickets will be available at the Inverness Leisure doors on the day.
To avoid disappointment it is strongly advised that you book your ticket online in advance of arrival at the Big Glasgow Comic Page website.
