Planet Comicon Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Planet Comicon Kansas City is the largest comic book and pop culture convention not just in the Kansas City area; but within the Midwest. It has a 20-year history, with the first Planet Comicon Kansas City being held in Overland Park, KS in March of 1999. The 2019 show was its 20th show and was held at Bartle Hall in downtown Kansas City.
I have attended Planet Comicon a few times, and each time I am blown away by the creativity and passion of the fans who attend. This Comicon has been able to get a number of big named guests to attend over its history. Some of these include Jason Momoa (Aquaman) and William Shatner (Captain Kirk) in recent years. They also do a great job of bringing in many comic book artists and famous cosplayers!
The Disney Tie-in
Most interesting to me have been some of the Disney artists and Disney voice actors that have been in attendance! I have been able to meet Bret Iwan (voice of Mickey Mouse) and Jim Cummings (voice of Winnie the Pooh and Darkwing Duck). Each spent a few minutes chatting with and signing items for guests. I have also purchased a number of Disney comic books and unique pieces of art from a number of the artists. These types of interactions are what make Comicon’s special, and what keeps people going back time after time.
Planet Comicon will be taking place from March 20-22, 2020 again in Kansas City! Be sure to stop by!
