Comic Con… for kids!
'Comic Con is for everyone,' says show director Carla Massmann, and that includes little superheroes, sidekicks, and their costumed families. Here's what's on offer:
Character Meet and Greets
Bring the kids to say hello to some of their favourite pop culture characters — from Mario & Luigi and The Smurfs to Geoffrey the Giraffe and viral YouTube duo Noodle & Bun. Expect plenty of photo ops and high-fives all-round.
Toys R Us Shopping Experience
The Toys R Us activation will feature exclusive toys and collectibles from brands like LEGO, Funko, Marvel, Barbie, and more. There will be demos, limited editions and a chance to buy what you just played with. Parents, lock up your credit cards.
Daily Kids Cosplay Competition
Whether it's homemade threads or a store-bought masterpiece, young fans can show off their best character looks in the daily cosplay competitions on the Comic Con main stage. There are two shows a day, with great prizes up for grabs.
Freak Marbles Racing Championship
Fast fingers? Test them out at the Freak Marbles Racing Championship, with a live leaderboard tracking the fastest laps. Virtual world bragging rights (and real-world prizes) are on the line.
Learn Pokémon with Scarlet & Violet Academy
Join the Pokémon Professors in a kid-friendly space where children (and parents) can learn to play Pokémon and participate in themed challenges.
Star Wars Day: 4 May
May the Fourth be with you! Sunday is Star Wars Day, and the KidsCon Zone is going full Jedi Master! Themed cosplay competitions and exclusive merch make this a must for young fans of the galaxy far, far away.
Minecraft x Lush Collab
Gaming meets bath bombs in this Minecraft x Lush collab, where digital favourites get turned into exclusive, blocky bath treats. Exclusive to Comic Con Cape Town.
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