Stranger Things star to visit Comic Con Northern Ireland
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The annual pop-culture fan convention, Comic Con Northern Ireland, returns to the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn this year.
📍 19th & 20th September 2026
Drawing tens of thousands of fans each year to celebrate comics, film, TV, gaming, cosplay, anime and more, this is an event pop culture fans don't want to miss.
Celebrity guests from movies, television, and gaming take part in Q&A panels, fans can get autographs and photos, and explore interactive exhibits and set builds.
It's just been announced that Stranger Things/The Sopranos/Mad Men star Cara Buono aka Karen Wheeler will be joining another exciting lineup of special guests.
Some other names that have been revealed so far include...
⭐ Kristine Sutherland
⭐ Tyler Hoechlin
⭐ Amber Benson
⭐ Bob Morley
⭐ and Edward James Omos to name a few
Comic Con Northern Ireland is the best place to celebrate all things pop culture. A message on their website reads: "Outside of the celebs you can get your picture taken with some of our unique props and set builds; watch the fabulous cosplayers strut their stuff on stage (or join them); test yours skills in our retro and modern gaming areas; or browse through the unique gifts in our trader and artist areas with a huge show floor for the perfect shopping experience for everyone in our community.
"The shared fandoms and sense of community is central to everything we do. Fans from all over Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland come together every year to share their love of comics, fantasy, sci-fi, gaming, horror and cosplay. To find and bond with like-minded individuals who share their interests.
For more info on special guests, timetables and ticket details, visit www.comicconnorthernireland.co.uk
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