Planet Comicon Kansas City concluded a two and a half year trip around the galaxy on Sunday, bringing to a close an epic three-day weekend filled with cosmic adventure. Tens of thousands of you returned to Bartle Hall for the first time since March of 2019 to celebrate the best in comics, fantasy, sci-fi and superhero television and film.

 

"A common theme we heard throughout the weekend was, 'We're so glad Planet Comicon is back,'" said PCKC CEO and Founder Chris Jackson. "Our fans, guests, exhibitors, volunteers, contractors and staff made it feel like we never left. The building was filled with energy and enthusiasm. We are so grateful to everyone who helped make a return of Planet possible in 2021. It was great to be back home and celebrate safely with Planet fans once again."

• A stellar array of celebrity guests from film and television including Misha Collins (Supernatural), Cindy Williams (Laverne & Shirley), Stephen Amell (Arrow) and Barry Williams (The Brady Bunch), plus a host of voice actors from popular shows My Hero Academia, RWBY and Dragonball Z
• Packed meet and greets for Cobra Kai stars William Zabka and Martin Kove
• Memorable panels with stars such as Stranger Things fan favorites Gaten Matarazzo and Gabriella Pizzolo
• Show-stopping moments with AEW Women's World Champion Britt Baker D.M.D.
• Q&As with Disney princesses Jodi Benson (The Little Mermaid) and Irene Bedard (Pocahontas)
• Hundreds of creator guests including legendary comic book writer Roy Thomas (Conan, X-Men, Avengers)
• Incredible cosplay showcases that featured amazing costuming displays on the show floor and a packed house for Planet's super-popular Cosplay Competition
• Plus, Walkin' & Rollin' Costumes unveiled a brand-new wheelchair cosplay during the show. All of you helped Walkin' & Rollin' meet their $1,000 fundraising goal which will be matched by Planet for a grand total of $2,000 going to the Kansas City non-profit.

With the 2021 show in the books, we have set our course for next year's show. The largest and longest-running comic book convention and pop culture event in the region will return in the spring, with Planet Comicon Kansas City scheduled for April 22-24, 2022.