Awesome Con 2021

Awesome Con, Washington, D.C.’s Comic Con, announces three days of programming complete with panels, workshops, meetups and celebrity appearances from Friday, August 20th through Sunday, August 22nd. This year’s Awesome Con programming will kick off at Walter E. Washington Convention Center with activations across a sprawling footprint that includes LGBTQ-focused Pride Alley, a Science Fair for all ages, Awesome Con Jr.’s beloved kid’s programs, cosplay, gaming, and more. Headlining this year’s Awesome Con are the stars of Back to the Future celebrating the legendary film’s 35th anniversary. The dynamic Doc and Marty: Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd will take on the Main Stage Q&A on Sunday to chat about the iconic American science fiction film. Throughout the three-day show, dedicated programming fills the show floor with exclusive Back to the Future cosplay meetups, a “What if Back to the Future IV? Happened” panel, and an in-person showcase of the DeLorean time machine. Awesome Con is also excited to welcome William Shatner and George Takei of Star Trek. Lord of the Rings fans, get ready to head into the Shire with star hobbits Sean Astin and Billy Boyd. $90 per person for a three-day ticket, $20 for a kids ticket, or prices range from $45 to $65 for a single day ticket. Friday, August 20th 12:00 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, August 21st 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, August 22nd 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. To start planning your Awesome Con experience and view the full schedule of programs, please click here.