We have some great things happening all weekend including a variety of panels ranging across the Pop-Culture realm, Celebrity Q&A's, live podcasts, Entertainment events, Special Attractions, Cosplay Contests, comedy shows, and so much more! Check out our App to get the latest and plan your day!
Saturday Schedule Highlights
KLOVR - Movement Stage - 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
KLOVR is a Houston-based K-Pop dance cover group based in Houston, Texas. We've been around since 2018, working hard over the years to commit to our craft and improve our skills. Each member brings their unique personality and skills to the stage, all in hopes of bringing joy to those who stop to watch.
The Power of Three: A Conversation with the Charmed Ones - General Assembly - 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Learn about life as a Charmed one with your favorite cast members: Shannen Doherty and Rose McGowan
Fight Club – Room 371 – 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Welcome to Fight Club, a collaborative annual series brought to you by Comicpalooza x Turnip Cafe x Kaboom! Comics. Come compete in Smash Ultimate in the BIGGEST Smash Bros Tournament venue in Houston, TX!
J-Fashion 101: An Introduction to Harajuku Street Style – Blue Topaz Stage – 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
Japan’s alternative fashion scene is diverse, rich in history, and has a thriving international community. From Lolita to gyaru, alternative fashion from Japan often unsurprisingly goes hand in hand with interest in anime.
Custom Vinyl Wrap Reveal Debut and Car Show! - Itasha Showdown (1st Floor Hall A) - 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Step into the Itasha Showdown area for an unforgettable moment, where one of our esteemed drivers will unveil their car's new appearance, adorned with custom fan-inspired artwork.
Comicpalooza Podcast Program: Mastering YouTube - A Guide for Aspiring Creators - Room 330 – 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Featuring the expertise of YouTube stars such as Richard and Sarah Woloski from Skywalking Through Neverland, NCHammer 23, Danny Motta, Combo Panda, and Escape Adventures with Robin and Steve.
Help Me Obi-Wan: A Conversation with Vivien Lyra Blair - Grand Ballroom C - 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Learn about the future of the Star Wars universe from one of the newest members of the family, Vivien Blair.
Anime DJs Present: Anime Remix Workshop - Room 340 – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join your beer buds at Eureka Heights Beer Utopia for Star Wars-themed trivia.
Swinging Through Storytelling: Zdarsky and Chapman on Spider-Man – Emerald Stage - 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the creative process as Chip Zdarsky and Clay McLeod Chapman share their insights, anecdotes, and the art of crafting compelling narratives for everyone’s favorite wall-crawler and his foes.
Let’s Explore the World of Cooking – Presented by Kroger Chef Junior - Kidtopia Presented by Kroger - 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Calling all young chefs! Join us for the Kroger Chef Junior Experience inside Kidtopia at Comicpalooza. Your kids can learn the joy of cooking DIRT PUDDING! Let our chefs guide your kids through exciting and delicious recipes each day.
To Boldly Go: A Conversation with the Strange New World Cast - General Assembly - 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Set a decade before the Original Series, learn more about the travels and discoveries of the Strange New World cast with Anson Mount and Rebecca Romijn.
Was the Legend of Korra Actually Incredible? A Discussion with Danny Motta - Pink Pearl Stage - 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
The Legend of Korra is the highly controversial sequel series to Avatar the Last Airbender, but is it overly criticized? With Danny Motta from Otakus Anonymouse.
Garak, Scorpio and Frank Cotton Walk Into Quark's: A Conversation with Andrew Robinson - Grand Ballroom C - 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
With a career spanning 40 years, Andrew Robinson has worked on all manners of shows and films, big and small with iconic performances in Dirty Harry, Hellraiser and the lovable Garak on Deep Space Nine. Join us as well go in-depth with this iconic actor for the ages.
Skywalking Through Neverland: Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Room 330 - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Join Richard and Sarah Woloski as they present a live breakdown of the first expanded Star Wars universe story. This story arc can be found in issues 7-10 (1977-1978) where Han Solo and Chewbacca hire a band of mercenaries, including the green bunny Jaxxon, to protect a local farmer.
Retro World Series: Halo 2 Regional Qualifier - Room 310 - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Gear up for intense battles! Seize the opportunity to compete in the regional qualifiers for our Halo 2 Tournament. Embrace the nostalgia of Halo's iconic sequel and showcase your skills in this epic showdown. Join the fray, sign up with tournament hosts Retro World Series, and prove you're the top Spartan in the regional qualifiers!
House Party Comedy - Grand Ballroom A - 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Swing by to House Party Comedy where Andy Huggins (America’s Got Talent), Barry Laminack (ESPN, WB), Tre Tutson (FOX), Tess Vergult (FOX), and Mason James (Funniest Comic in Houston, 2023) will be performing stand-up comedy with Jacob Calle (MTV, TruTV) as your host! Hailing from Los Angeles, House Party Comedy is the Project X of comedy that’ll tear the roof off of GRB!
Quadball - Grand Ballroom B - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Quadball is based on Quidditch from the Harry Potter series. It is a fast-paced, contact sport created in 2005 and played in over 39 countries with a unique mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball, wrestling, flag football, and other sports. Come learn the basics and try out chasing, beating, keeping, or even seeking!
Cosplay Contest - General Assembly - 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Join us for the annual Comicpalooza Cosplay Contest! Come see incredible costumes of characters you love and maybe some that are unexpected as well. Make sure to cheer on all the participants!
Saturday Mix ‘n Mingle - Ballroom Prefunction - 7 PM to 11 PM
Meet other fans, creatives, cosplayers, writers, and gamers at the Saturday Night Mix n' Mingle! Join us for a casual evening of expanding your friend group and forging new connections. A DJ will be onsite spinning some of your favorite tunes (new and old) as artists showcase their skills while creating art and a friendship bracelet station will be available for all. You might even run into some staff members to get your burning questions about Comicpalooza answered.