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Downtown Indianapolis will be awash Friday with costumed superheroes, anime characters and a Ghostbuster or two during the return of Indiana Comic Con, which so happens to coincide with the city’s Saint Patrick’s Day parade happening that same afternoon.

The yearly convention caters to a wide-range of pop cultural interests — from Star Wars to Star Trek, cosplay, anime, manga and comic books, as well as vendors selling toys, apparel and other items.

Here’s what we know about the three-day event kicking off Friday in Indianapolis.

When is Indiana Comic Con 2025?

The Indiana Comic Convention is scheduled March 14-16, 2025.

Where is Indiana Comic Con?

The event takes place at the Indiana Convention Center at 100 South Capitol Ave. in Indianapolis.

What time is registration?

Registration for Indiana Comic Con is 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Sunday.

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What time is the vendor floor open?

The vendor floor is open 12:30 – 7 p.m. Friday, 10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday and 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday. VIP and Ruby passholders will be allowed to enter 30 minutes in advance of the general start time.

Where do I park for Indiana Comic Con?

The convention has a parking guide on its website.

Are there celebrity autographs or photo opportunities?

Yes, you can get both. All autographs and photo opportunities are cash only at Celebrity Row, which is on the first floor of the convention center. The cost of an autograph for each celebrity guest varies in price. Be sure to check Indiana Comic Con’s official website for the latest information or to schedule group photo sessions in advance.

What celebrity guests are scheduled to appear at Indiana Comic Con in 2025?

The celebrity guests scheduled to appear at this year’s Indiana Comic Convention have some familiar and famous names, like Andy Serkis, William Shatner, Rainn Wilson, Katey Sagal and Raegan Revord. Sorted alphabetically, they include:

TV & film

Authors, writers, comic creators & podcasters

  • Holly Frey (“Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “Criminalia” and “Full of Sith” podcasts)
  • James Kennedy (“Bride of the Tornado,” “Dare to Know”)
  • Ralph Macchio (various Marvel Comics and movie credits)
  • Rachel Rener (“Gilded Blood” book series)

NOTE: This list was last retrieved on March 13, 2025 and is subject to change due to scheduling conflicts. Autographs will be signed at Celebrity Row, which is on the first floor of the convention center. The cost of an autograph for each celebrity guest varies in price. Be sure to check Indiana Comic Con’s official website for the latest information or to schedule group photo sessions in advance.

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Can I dress in cosplay?

You can attend this event decked out in your favorite fandom as well as enter the Cosplay contest. Just be sure to check the dos and don’ts of Cosplay at Indiana Comic Con. For more information, visit indianacomicconvention.com.

How many vendors are coming to Indiana Comic Con 2025?

More than 600 vendors are expected to attend this year’s convention, according to Indiana Comic Con’s official website. You can check online for a vendor floor map and vendor booth list.

How do I get tickets for the Indiana Comic Convention?

Tickets are sold online at the Indiana Comic Con website. Day passes are $35 for Friday and Sunday and $49 for Saturday. Three-day pass bundles range from $68 to $299.

John Tufts covers trending news for IndyStar and Midwest Connect. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com. Find him on BlueSky at JohnWritesStuff.

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