C2E2 April 21 – 23, 2017 – Anything Geek Culture

For those who may ask, “What is C2E2, here’s the answer, taken directly from the website:

“The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo – also known as C2E2 – is a comic book and pop culture convention spanning the latest and greatest from the world of comics, movies, television, toys, anime, manga and video games. From a Show Floor packed with hundreds of Exhibitors and Artist Alley members, to Panels, Autograph Sessions and screening rooms featuring sneak peeks at upcoming films and television shows, C2E2 gives Fans a chance to interact with their favorite Creators and Celebrities and delivers a weekend of pop culture and fandom in downtown Chicago.”

C2E2-2017-Poster-Guardians-of-the-Galaxy-Declan-Shalvey — Official C2E2 2017 poster.

How long has C2E2 been around? “The Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo started in 2010.” Finally, “Who’s the organizer?” “C2E2 is another killer event by ReedPOP. ReedPOP also runs New York Comic Con, Emerald City Comic Con, Star Wars Celebration, UFC Fan Expo, BookCon and the Penny Arcade Expo among many others.” For more information and other FAQ’s, click HERE.

The first day of C2E2 was on Friday, April 21st, 2017, at the South Building at McCormick Place, located at 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, Illinois. There are various panels that fans can visit, vendors, publishers, and the two fan favorites, “Artist Alley” and the various cosplayers seen throughout the show floor. With the size of this event and limited hours on this first day, my pictures were limited, but here’s a few that my wife and I took during our short time there. More pictures will come soon, from the second and third days at this event. Enjoy the photos, and stay tuned for more coverage of C2E2 2017!