The Original Artist Friendly Convention!

May 17-18, 2014

San Jose Convention Center

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Stan Lee Has Added A Few More Photograph Spots

May 17, 2013

Only a limited number of spots are being made available so get them while you can!

Stan Lee Opens Stand By Autograph List

May 17, 2013

Stan Lee is opening up a Stand By Autograph List on Sunday!

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Stan Lee Photograph and Signing Locations, Times and Line-up Procedures

May 16, 2013

For those lucky attendees who will be meeting a living legend at this year's Big WOW Comic Fest, here's all the information you'll need about locations, times and ticket pickup.


Join the Writer and Producer of Downstream for a screening on Saturday at 6:00PM

May 15, 2013

'Downstream' is the tale of Wes Keller, and young man left to fend for himself at the world's end.


Press & Pro Registrations are Closed

May 13, 2013

With only a few days left before this year's show, we're closing our Press and Professional Registration pages.


Early Bird Big WOW ComicFest Badge Pickup and Stan Lee Tickets and Schedule

May 9, 2013

We're giving advance ticket purchasers the opportunity to pick up their badges Friday evening before the show. We've also got news on Stan Lee Tickets and his photograph and signing schedule! Read on, True Believers!


Neal Adams Taking Pre-Ordered Convention Commissions

May 6, 2013

If you're looking to get a commission from Neal Adams, we've got a tip for you!


Thomas Jane & Tim Bradstreet are coming to Big Wow!

May 1, 2013

Join us in welcoming back to this years Big Wow! Comic Fest, Thomas Jane & Tim Bradstreet.


First Ever Live Creature Features Show at Big WOW! ComicFest

April 29, 2013

Be Sure to Join us Saturday night at 8:30 pm for the 1ST EVER... "LIVE CREATURE FEATURES SHOW!


Excelsior! Stan Lee Attending the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest

April 23, 2013

Big WOW! ComicFest and POW! Productions are pleased to present iconic character creator and comics legend STAN LEE! Stan Lee will only be making an appearance on SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2013, signing autographs and posing for photographs with guests in attendance of the show.


J. Scott Campbell to Attend 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest

April 16, 2013

J. Scott Campbell, one of the most popular artists in comics, has graciously accepted an invitation to be a Guest at the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest in San Jose, CA this May 18-19!


Big WOW! ComicFest 2013 Exhibitor Space Sold Out

April 7, 2013

Exhibitor Space is now sold out for the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest, but we'll still accept registrations to be placed on a Waiting List in case anyone cancels or more space is made available.


2013 Big WOW! ComicFest Ticket Sales

February 3, 2013

2013 Big Wow! ComicFest online ticket sales will start February 18, with tickets being available via your local Bay Area Comic Shops beginning on March 1st!


Big WOW! ComicFest is looking for Great Volunteers for our May 18-19, 2013 Show

February 1, 2013

We're now accepting Volunteer requests for this year's Big WOW! ComicFest. We need volunteers who can commit to a four hour shift on the day they are able to attend the show.


Just About Two Months Until Big Wow Returns to San Jose!

January 30, 2013

Big Wow! ComicFest Returns to San Jose May 18th & 19th, 2013, bringing two great days of Comic Book, Anime/Manga, Art, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming and Cosplay FUN! Many of the country's best vendors of all things cool and collectible will tempt your wallets with the perfect gifts for Geek, Fans and True Collectors, everywhere! Big Wow! ComicFest is the Only Major Comics Event in the San Francisco Bay Area this Year.


3 Days Left On Our Exhibitor Booth Early Bird Registration Discount

January 28, 2013

Exhibitors and those wishing to get a Small Press or Artist Alley table at a discount have until midnight January 31, 2013 PST to get a $75 discount on their Booth or Table Fee.


CreaturesCon, the official Creature Features Convention will join forces with Big Wow Comicfest this May 2013 in San Jose

January 19, 2013

CreaturesCon, the official Creature Features Convention dedicated to the classic San Francisco Bay Area TV Show, will join forces with Big Wow Comicfest this May 2013 in San Jose. John Stanley, Ernie Fosselius, Lord Blood-Rah, Strephon Taylor, Tom Wyrsch and a gang of special guests will be on hand.


New Costuming Guest Added to the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest

August 19, 2012

Anthony Misiano better known as "Harley's Joker" will be appearing at Big Wow! 2013!


Sanjulian, Azpiri & Maroto to Attending the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest

August 19, 2012

3 Super special Spanish guests - Sanjulian, Azpiri & Maroto - to attend the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest.


Terry & Rachel Dodson to Attend the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest

August 19, 2012

We're super proud to announce that comic artists Terry & Rachel Dodson will be Guests of the 2013 Big WOW! ComicFest May 18-19 2013 in San Jose!


A Message From Big Wow

June 17, 2012

A Special Message From Big Wow! Next Year's dates announced, May 18th & 19th!


The 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers Descend Upon Big WOW!

May 16, 2012

The 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers will be bringing a garrisson full of Star Wars characters to this year's Big WOW! ComicFest.


Michael Golden at Treasure Island this Friday, Followed by Golden and Mark Texeira at Big Wow ComicFest this Weekend

May 14, 2012

Artist Michael Golden will be making a special pre-con appearance at Treasure Island Comics in Fremont, California, May 18th. A great way to kick off the weekend activities at the Big Wow Comic Con in San Jose, May 19th-20th. Which will feature an appearances not only by Michael Golden, but artist Mark Texeira and many more!


Splash Page Comic Art and Michael Lark Attend Big Wow Comic Fest This Weekend

May 14, 2012

This coming weekend Splash Page Comic Art will have Michael Lark, artist of Gotham Central, Daredevil, Defenders & much more at our Booth #222 at the Big Wow Comic Fest in San Jose, CA.


FLARE SUPERHERO CARD GAME DEBUTS AT BIG WOW COMICFEST IN SAN JOSE!

May 14, 2012

Ever wanted to help playtest a new game before it goes on sale? You'll be able to do that on May 19 and 20 at this year's Big Wow! Comicfest in San Jose, California!


San Jose's Big Wow! ComicFest Returns To Underground Alley May 19-20

May 3, 2012

Once again Big Wow! ComicFest joins Hippy Comix, Inc. in excavating Underground Alley, a special block of tables featuring two generations of Independent, Adult, Alternative, and Underground Comix creators!


Discounted Batman Live Tickets for Big WOW! ComicFest Fans

May 1, 2012

The HP Pavilion is offering discounted Batman Live tickets to the fans of Big WOW! Comicfest.


Special Discounted Rates with the San Jose Hilton

April 29, 2012

Due to exceptional demand, our discounted room block at the San Jose Marriott is almost sold out. In order to allow our fans the opportunity to enjoy discounted hotel stays, we have entered into an agreement with the San Jose Hilton at discounted convention rates. The San Jose Hilton is also located adjacent to the convention center.


Artists Ron Lim and Mike Choi Added to Big WOW! ComicFest's Guest List

April 25, 2012

With less than one month until the Show, Big WOW! ComicFest continues to expand their already amazing Guest List by adding comic artists Ron Lim and Mike Choi to Artist Alley.


Top Cow Productions Exhibit at This Year's Big WOW! ComicFest

April 5, 2012

Amazing Artists Rick Basaldua and Katherine French will be on hand to represent Top Cow Productions at this year's ComicFest!


The GHOSTBUSTERS and TMNT Drive On Up To Big Wow!

March 26, 2012

See the famous "Teen-Age Mutant Ninja Turtle Van" and the "Ghostbuster, Ecto-1, Activity Vehicle" will be on site for all the fans in the Big Wow! ComicFest Exhibitors Hall.


Michael Lark and SplashPageArt.com to Attend Big WOW! ComicFest

March 10, 2012

Eisner Award nominated comic artist Michael Lark will be attending this year's Big WOW! ComicFest in San Jose, California May 19th & 20th, 2012. Michael will be set up at the Splash Page Comic Art booth.


The Ladies of CONAN are coming to Big Wow!

February 16, 2012

Sandahl Bergman star of "Conan the Barbarian" and "Red Sonja" and Olivia d'Abo star of "Conan the Destroyer" will both be attending this years Big Wow! ComicFest.


Big Wow! ComicFest announces a "Live Art Showcase" at the 2012 show.

February 3, 2012

Big Wow! ComicFest is proud to announce a "Live Art Showcase" at the 2012 show. Watch talented artists such as Mark "Tex" Texeira, James O'Barr, Dan Brereton, Alex Nino, Buzz, Stuart Sayger, Tone Rodriguez and more as they create amazing art right before your eyes!


Actor TERRANCE ZDUNICH Co-Creator and Star of "Repo! The Genetic Opera" comes to Big Wow! ComicFest

January 20, 2012

Co- Creator and Star of the cult sensation "Repo! The Genetic Opera", makes his 1st ever Big Wow! appearance. Terrance is also a well known comic artist, having written and drawn "The Molting" self published by Terrance, himself.


Big Wow! is Proud to Welcome JUANJO GUARNIDO and LIAM SHARP to San Jose, and The United States

January 20, 2012

Joining the line up for the 2012 Big Wow ComicFest is Juanjo Guarnido (Blacksad), from France and Liam Sharp (Gears of War) from England. 2 Award Winning artist, both traveling to San Jose to meet their fans at the Big Wow! ComicFest.


TEXEIRA, JUSKO, & O'BARR... 3 Great "Painters" are coming to Big Wow!

December 26, 2011

Mark Texeira, Joe Jusko and James O'Barr will be joining the guests of Big Wow! ComicFest.


Jim Lee is coming to Big Wow!

November 29, 2011

Jim Lee comes to San Jose. Big Wow! ComicFest is proud to announce the return of Jim Lee to the San Jose Convention Center, Sunday Only... May 20th, 2012, at Big Wow! ComicFest.


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May

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How to Create the Perfect Costume

Join Award Winning  artist Frank Cho and Riddle, International Cosplayer and Costume designer Lab 604, for a panel which will be a discussion of the unique perspectives of a comic artist, and costumers - the difficulties they both face when creating a costume, and how they solve them. This will be a great panel for those interested in creating their own interpretations when it comes to costuming, in both the real and 2D World. Room B


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Costume Rock Band Challenge

These exciting and fun to witness challenges will be held multiple times during the entire weekend, with proceeds going towards charity.


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Geek Fashion Show

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Dan Brereton 2nd Portfolio Review

For those looking to break into the field of comics, Dan Brereton will be coming back to review portfolios in a group setting not one on one). Everyone will get the benefit of his expertise and experience.

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Figure Drawing with Frank Cho

Bring your art tablets and learn some techniques on drawing super heroic figuresfrom acclaimed artist Frank Cho and his muse, Ivy Doomkitty.

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