Dover Comic Con is a free, family-friendly, indoor/outdoor pop-culture festival with over a hundred vendors, artists & artisans, authors, a cosplay competition, fan groups, pop-culture cars, food trucks and panel discussions throughout the day. It is produced by the Delaware State News with the support of many local businesses, the Dover Public Library, the City of Dover, Dover Federal Credit Union and Dover Electric. This event has quickly grown into one of Dover's best-loved community events. Mark your calendars for August 14, 2021!
Vendor spaces for 2021 are sold out. If you would like to be put on the waiting list in case space becomes available, please email us at dsnevents@newszap.com with a description of the merchandise you would feature in your booth along with your business name and web address.
We are still looking for FOOD VENDORS and ATTRACTIONS to be featured. If you are interested, please click the appropriate link below and send the form to dsnevents@newszap.com. Once you have submitted your form you will receive additional instructions.
Here's our current list of vendors as of July 21, 2021. Check back frequently for updates to the vendor list and other details about the event. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more info!
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92.9 TOM-FM A & A Collectibles Alchemist's Attic Alicia's Anime & Video Games Andy West annicelric Arielle Sekula, Painting Ninja ARod Treasures Artblock Awesome Minis Back in Time Collectibles Becca Grier Bickering Owls Publishing Candy Corpse Carol Brooks Comics and Collectibles Corsets and Cogs Cuddles with Cats Studios DB Ninety Four Comics & Collectibles Debra Renee Byrd, Fantasy Author Delaware Department of Public Health The Doll Closet Eastern Shore Screen Printing Easybriizy Draws em_scribbles Floofy Spartan Generation Otaku Giggle Crochets Howard Russell Cartoons & Animation JD's Beads & More |
John's Toy Stand JoppkennArt Lamps by Andy Latverian Goods Legendary Crafts Lion Around Sewing The Lumbering Blacksmith Marvelous Designs Megan's Creations Michael Munshaw Motion Illustrationz w/Pankake Images Newsmans Collectables Nirenro Art Obi Wan Kimono Oddity Prodigy Productions Pop Culture Junk Portalpictures P&G Dover Wipes Plant Pumpkin Prizes Red Bandana Sankofa - ICCL SHOURIMAJO Sword of Truth Comics Time and Space Crafts TKO Production/DCW ProWrestling Twice the Artist Top Notch Fragrances Underground Comixxx Unexpected Spark Studios V8 Collectibles.com Visionary Creative Services Witches & Wizards Wands Yankee Brit Collectibles |
If you feel that your business is missing from the list above or you would like to add your website to your listing, please email dsnevents@newszap.com.
Here are our current list food trucks/vendors for 2021!
The food trucks/vendors will be offering your favorite street treats and beverages to keep you going for the entire event. Be sure to get an exclusive Dover Comic Con mug from Silver City Mugs. It’s always a great souvenir from the day and a sure way to make your friends envious.
Amy's Grill
Frosty's Shaved Ice
Kona Ice
Mojo Loco
The Chicken Smells Good
The Polish Connection LLC
We're working on more food trucks/vendors. Be sure to tell your favorites that you want to see them at Dover Comic Con.
NOW ON SALE!
Upgrade your Dover Comic Con experience with a VIP ticket! The Delaware State News is excited to offer the Dover Comic Con guests a limited number of VIP tickets for purchase. These include a reserved parking space, exclusive access to the Dover Comic Con air-conditioned VIP headquarters, snacks, collectible lanyard, 2021 Dover Comic Con enamel pin, drawstring backpack, T-shirt and more.
These tickets are $25 each and only a limited supply is available, so don’t wait. Click on the "Get Offers" box at the top of the page to order your VIP Tickets today.
Our Attractions:
Vendors!
No matter what your geek passion is, you will find some amazing collectibles for purchase from the vendors lining Loockerman and Federal streets. Merchandise will include original art, comic books, T-shirts, cosplay and steampunk accessories, action figures, Geek Boy merchandise, and the list goes on.
Cosplay Contest!
Think your costume has what it takes to win the Dover Comic Con Cosplay Contest? Start planning your costume now and watch for details soon on how you sign up. No registration fee. Categories for all ages. Prizes!
Love anime?
If you love anime videos and creating your own original art, be sure to visit the Delaware Anime Society anime fan hangout in the Dover Library. They will show videos and have activities available all day, in addition to a fandom scavenger hunt throughout the Dover Comic Con footprint. If you find all the items on the scavenger hunt list, you can win a cool prize.
Pop Culture Cars are back!
The Jurassic Park Jeep, Batmobile, and DeLorean will provide the perfect background for a photo-op in your cosplay outfit.
The Force will be with US!
Come meet the 501st Legion First State Garrison Star Wars costuming organization comprised and operated by Star Wars fans. You'll be amazed at the character you'll meet! Photo ops galore!
Pursuit for Peace Princesses!
Bringing joy to everyone they meet...not to mention their fabulous outfits! Meeting them is a dream come true for many girls. Stop by the Dover Library to meet them and get the once-in-a-lifetime photo.
Unique Art!
The Delaware College of Art & Design is joining the Dover Comic Con for the first time this year. They’ll be in the Biggs Museum of American Art showcasing the many talents of their students. If you’re interested in enrolling in the College, they’ll be able to tell you how to do that, too. The Biggs Museum is offering free admission during Dover Comic Con. Their exhibits will include works by Wilmington-based Frank E. Schoonover who created the cover art for well known-stories such as Swiss Family Robinson, Gulliver's Travels and Treasure Island and thousands of book illustrations throughout his career. Also featured is Winslow Homer, one of the most important artists of American life in the 1800s. The exhibit includes monochromatic engravings and never-before-exhibited period photographs of his subjects. If you have never visited the Biggs Museum before, now is the perfect time!
There will be move attractions added soon including Cosplay Guests, panels, hands-on activities and more. We are still finalizing our plans!
All event info is subject to change. For individual matters or questions please contact dsnevents@newszap.com.
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