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Conventions Reports

Maintaining an independent and critical perspective, Geek Native has provided original reporting on Conventions for more than 2 years. This curated resource organises 44 articles, anchoring current news within a long-term historical context. This resource evaluates first-hand data from official industry announcements and crowdfunding mechanics.

Sideshow launches 25% off SDCC deal alongside Snorlax Diorama reveal

July 22, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Sideshow unveils a Pokemon Snorlax Diorama alongside Hot Toys figures for SDCC 2026, offering 25 percent off eligible items with a limited promo code.

Filed Under: Geek Stuff Tagged With: collectables, conventions, hulk, Junji Ito, models, pokemon, sdcc, sideshow collectibles, snorlax, the punisher

Tiny Onion, Bad Idea, Mondo, and Naruto TCG reveal San Diego Comic-Con 2026 plans

July 22, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Independent comic publishers and card game distributors are using San Diego Comic-Con 2026 exclusives and city activations to build direct subscriber lists.

Filed Under: Comics, Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: bad idea, card games, conventions, masters of the universe, Matt Kindt, naruto, sdcc

Mondo unveils SDCC exclusive flocked Panthor and 2002 Keldor figures

July 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Mondo reveals its gorgeous SDCC exclusive flocked Panthor 1/6 scale figure and a highly detailed 1/12 scale Keldor representing his tragic 2002 origin.

Filed Under: Geek Stuff Tagged With: collectables, conventions, masters of the universe, models, mondo, sdcc

Mondo, Oni Press, and Titan Comics announce limited print runs for summer convention

July 12, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Independent comic book publishers at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 introduce unique physical formats and distribution changes to tackle convention scarcity.

Filed Under: Comics Tagged With: bad idea, conventions, derek kolstad, Duncan Jones, Matt Kindt, mondo, rebellion, sdcc, titan comics

Superhero Week: 2000 AD bans AI in 2026 talent search for writers and artists

July 3, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Rebellion is searching for new writers and artists to join 2000 AD. The 2026 talent search takes place at the Thought Bubble Comic Convention in Harrogate.

Filed Under: Comics Tagged With: 2000 AD, conventions, superhero week, thought bubble

Tabletop event UK Games Expo reaffirms inclusive space amid shifting statutory guidance

May 24, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

UK Games Expo confirms gender neutral facilities for its 2026 Birmingham event, offering a strategic reminder of inclusive spaces amid shifting national laws.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: conventions, legal, uk games expo

Local talent takes centre stage as Roll Britannia joins official London D&D event

May 3, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

From independent podcasting to the stage at The O2: Roll Britannia joins the official Dungeons & Dragons Fan Expo London 2026. Discover why this signals a shift toward local talent for British roleplaying games.

Filed Under: Online Shows Tagged With: conventions, Dungeons & Dragons, podcasts, rusty quill

London Film and Comic Con cancels 2026 event, blaming flight costs

April 24, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Showmasters has cancelled London Film and Comic Con 2026, citing US flight costs while fans point to cheaper alternatives and a major PR blunder regarding Carrie Fisher.

Filed Under: Geek Stuff Tagged With: conventions, london

Transparency concerns as WizardCon 2 shuts down days before opening

April 20, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood 2 Comments

WizardCon 2 organisers cancel the Battle Creek roleplaying games event citing an unspecified incident. Attendees are left waiting for a YouTube livestream for news.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: conventions

No crowdfunding allowed: The strict new rules for UKGE’s Bastion Indie Market

April 16, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

UK Games Expo and Bastion Games launch the Bastion Indie Market in 2026, a dedicated space for handmade, small-run tabletop games with a strict no-crowdfunding rule.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: conventions, uk games expo

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