Special Attractions

13th Floor Haunted House

Step into room 320 if you dare! Experience the thrills from Halloween experts at 13th Floor Houston as you brave a short walk-through haunted experience. Whether you're a horror fan or looking for an adrenaline rush, there is something for everyone on the 13th Floor. Don’t miss this eerie experience… only at Comicpalooza!

Comic Couture

Students showcase their creative flare at the returning Comic Couture. Blending fashion and their love for comic books and anime, students from Houston Community College display their unique creations show weekend for you, the fans, to vote on.

The designs are a culmination of hard work and dedication over the past few months.

Dagorath

Dagorath, a Houston based Live Action Role-Playing game, welcomes all to experience fantasy medieval warfare. The sound of war drums and battle horns beckon you to join us in the shaping of our lore. Open to all ages, heroes, vilans, and everyone in between. Let the battles begin!

Eureka Heights Trivia

Step into Beer Utopia at Comicpalooza with Eureka Heights Brewing Company! We’re serving up quality brews, slinging awesome merch, hosting themed trivia for epic prizes, plus pinball and other surprises you won’t want to miss!

Final Fantasy VII

Attendees can check out the Final Fantasy VII Remake with our photo op booth featuring the iconic save bench. You can pose with the bench, complete with a replica Buster sword, and capture memories reminiscent of the game's beloved scenes. Plus, you can immerse yourself in the world of Midgar with a Chocobo sign and custom backdrop, creating a memorable photo experience for fans of all ages.

Houston Public Library Planetarium

Go on a journey through space without leaving the city! Learn about the wonders of the night sky in HPL's inflatable planetarium dome. The exhibit also includes information about the library and table activity.

Itasha Showdown: A Car Runway Experience

The coolest cars, motorcycles, and bikes on the block return to Comicpalooza! Themed with beloved anime and other pop-culture fandoms, this sight is one to see.

Jurassic Park Motorpool

The Texas Division of the Jurassic Park Motorpool proudly displays vehicles and props from the famous Jurassic Park!

Kidtopia

Get ready for oodles of entertainment and family fun activities! Trivia, D&D sessions, Kids Cosplay Contest and so much more takes place at the Kidtopia area on the exhibition floor.

LEGO - Houston Brick Club

Fans can check out custom LEGO creations from local builders centering on Star Wars, comic, pop-culture, and fantasy-related themes. Each creation is on a custom display for you to admire and take a pic or two! Plus, fans can enjoy a magnificent mosaic that is displayed onsite.

MechCorps

Have you ever wanted to drive a giant robot armed to the teeth with lasers, cannons, and missiles to the battlefield? Mech Corps let you fight one on one, free for all, or against the computer in these pods created uniquely for this game.

Okashi - Japanese Arcade

Experience authentic Japanese arcade gaming with Okashi Houston at Comicpalooza! We're bringing the excitement of over 40 Japanese arcade machines to you, featuring rhythm hits like Project Diva and racing thrills like Mario Kart. Step into Tokyo’s arcade scene, join Houston’s gaming community, and follow @OkashiHouston for updates!

RC Car Expo

The RC Car Expo is a 1:28 MiniZ Racing & 1:10 Drift Car Experience that intrigues the nerd, geek, or weeb in you.

Society for Creative Anachronism

The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is an inclusive community pursuing research and re-creation of pre-seventeenth century skills, arts, combat and culture. The lives of participants are enriched as we gain knowledge of history through activities, demonstrations, and events.

The Battlestar Galactica Fan Club LLC

Founded in 2000, the Battlestar Galactica Fan Club celebrates 25 years in 2025. Honoring its founders, leaders, and passionate community, the club continues to unite fans of both the 1978 original and 2004 reboot, keeping the legacy alive through evolving tech and fandom.

The Collection

A mysterious collector stops by Comicpalooza to show off their wares for fans to inspect. Beyond their limited but enchanting pop-culture collection, fans can admire bespoke fashion designs from participants of Comic Couture from Houston Community College students.

The Star Wars Alliance

The Star Wars Alliance is a group of Star Wars centered fan groups who believe in 3 pillars: to promote interest in Star Wars, to facilitate the use of costumes, and to contribute to the community as a whole.

USS Zavala

The USS Zavala, Southeast Texas' STARFLEET chapter, unites Star Trek fans through community service and a shared vision of the future. This year, we’re supporting Kids’ Meals of Houston. Visit us at Comicpalooza for a free Star Trek-themed photo aboard the USS Enterprise!

The Yellow Rose Ghostbusters

The Yellow Rose Ghostbusters are a federally recognized 501c3 non profit Ghostbusters group dedicated to bringing fun and entertainment to the community while raising money and awareness to numerous charitable organizations.