Winston-Salem
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Past Celebrity Guests
*TALENT SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Cancellations: Henry Winkler
Robin Lord Taylor
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
Robin Lord Taylor
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
Sean Pertwee
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
Sean Pertwee
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
David Mazouz
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
David Mazouz
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Gotham
Ruth Connell
Friday - Sunday
Supernatural
Ruth Connell
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Supernatural
Lisa Berry
Friday - Sunday
Supernatural
Lisa Berry
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Supernatural
Christy Carlson Romano
Saturday - Sunday
Kim Possible
Christy Carlson Romano
Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Saturday - Sunday
Kim Possible
Will Friedle
Friday - Sunday
Boy Meets WorldKim Possible
Will Friedle
Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
Boy Meets WorldKim Possible
Charisma Carpenter
Saturday - Sunday
Angel [Cordelia Chase] • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Charisma Carpenter
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Angel [Cordelia Chase] • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Holly Marie Combs
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed • Picket Fences • Pretty Little Liars
Holly Marie Combs
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed • Picket Fences • Pretty Little Liars
Brian Krause
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed
Brian Krause
Celebrity Guests
Saturday - Sunday
Charmed
Thomas Ian Nicholas
Friday - Sunday
Rookie of the YearAmerican Pie
Thomas Ian Nicholas
Celebrity Guests
Friday - Sunday
Rookie of the YearAmerican Pie
Samantha Newark
Friday - Sunday
Jem and the Holograms
Samantha Newark
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Friday - Sunday
Jem and the Holograms
Shane Helms
Friday - Sunday
Wrestling
Shane Helms
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Friday - Sunday
Wrestling
Tommy Dreamer
Friday - Sunday
Professional Wrestler
Tommy Dreamer
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Friday - Sunday
Professional Wrestler
Animal
Friday - Sunday
NWAWCWWWF
Animal
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Friday - Sunday
NWAWCWWWF
MORE GUESTS COMING SOON!
MORE GUESTS COMING SOON!
Celebrity Guests
Past Special Guests and Show Highlights
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Uko Smith
Heavy MetalSkybox
Uko Smith
Artists & Creators
Ren McKinzie
Ren McKinzie
Artists & Creators
Mike Watson
Mike Watson
Chris Sims
X-Men '92Deadpool: Bad Blood
Chris Sims
Artists & Creators
Jeremy Clark
Jeremy Clark
Artists & Creators
Brian Shearer
IDWGI JoeDr WhoTransformers
Brian Shearer
Uncanny Megan
Official Cosplay Guest
BewitchedRaven Cosplay
Official Cosplay Guest
Bettie Bombshell
Official Cosplay Guest
Bolde Cosplay
Official Cosplay Guest
Will Friedle
Boy Meets WorldKim Possible
Will Friedle
Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Christy Carlson Romano
Kim Possible
Christy Carlson Romano
Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Samantha Newark
Jem and the Holograms
Samantha Newark
Anime Celebrity Guests Voice Talent
Animal
NWAWCWWWF
Animal
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Tommy Dreamer
Professional Wrestler
Tommy Dreamer
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Shane Helms
Wrestling
Shane Helms
Celebrity Guests Wrestling
Jermaine Exum
Friday
Jermaine Exum
Programming Highlights
Friday
Mike Gregorek
Mike Gregorek
Programming Highlights
Nathan Love
Nathan Love
Artists & Creators
RealBreakingNate
RealBreakingNate
Programming Highlights
Lani Sarem
Author / Moderator
Lani Sarem
Artists & Creators
Victor Dandridge
Victor Dandridge
Artists & Creators Programming Highlights
Wizard World Costume Contest
Saturday
Wizard World Costume Contest
After Hours Cosplay Programming Highlights
Saturday
Heavy Metal Heroes
Friday-Saturday
Heavy Metal Heroes
Entertainment
Friday-Saturday
Sukesha Ray
Sukesha Ray
Artists & Creators
Etchnman
Etchnman
Artists & Creators
James Morris Books
Author / Musician
James Morris Books
Artists & Creators
Ben Towle
Friday - Sunday
Oyster WarAmelia Earhart: This Broad Ocean
Ben Towle
Friday - Sunday
Musetap Studios
Musetap Studios
Artists & Creators
Clinton Hobart
Friday - Sunday
Disney Fine Art
Clinton Hobart
Artists & Creators
Friday - Sunday
Lake Fairy Creations
Lake Fairy Creations
Artists & Creators
3D Printing by Muckychris
Friday - Sunday
3D Printing by Muckychris
Retailers
Friday - Sunday
Lilian Oake
Lilian Oake
Artists & Creators
Joshua Robertson
Joshua Robertson
Artists & Creators
Woodside Illustrations
Woodside Illustrations
Artists & Creators
Justin Trevor
Justin Trevor
Artists & Creators
Source Point Press
Comic & Graphic Novel Publisher
Source Point Press
Artists & Creators
Eric Trundy
Eric Trundy
Artists & Creators
Davey Beauchamp
Davey Beauchamp
Artists & Creators
Hap Lea
Hap Lea
Artists & Creators
Vulgardragon's Den
Vulgardragon's Den
Artists & Creators
Ray Wenck
Ray Wenck
Artists & Creators
Catawampus Press
Catawampus Press
Artists & Creators
Dungeonwears
Dungeonwears
Artists & Creators
U.S.S. Bonaventure
U.S.S. Bonaventure
Fan Groups & Vehicles
'Ghostbusters' Ecto 1J
'Ghostbusters' Ecto 1J
Fan Groups & Vehicles
Thor the 'Supernatural' Impala
Thor the 'Supernatural' Impala
Fan Groups & Vehicles
Chicago Costume
Chicago Costume
Retailers
Chocolate Moonshine Co.
Chocolate Moonshine Co.
Retailers
Circle J Beef Jerky
Circle J Beef Jerky
Retailers
Colorworld Books
Colorworld Books
Retailers
ConventionExclusive.com
ConventionExclusive.com
Retailers
Gem City Books
Comics & Graphic NovelsDecals
Gem City Books
Retailers
My Geekery
My Geekery
Retailers
Player One Games
Toys & Collectibles
Player One Games
Retailers
Pop Display Frames & Toys
Pop Display Frames & Toys
Retailers
RightstufAnime.com
RightstufAnime.com
Anime
Shield Labs
Cosplay Corner
Shield Labs
Cosplay
State Farm
State Farm
Retailers
Super Retro Land
Super Retro Land
Retailers
T-Mobile
Wireless Service
T-Mobile
Retailers
Toynk
Toynk
Retailers
Wild Bill's Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Co.
Wild Bill's Olde Fashioned Soda Pop Co.
Retailers
Learn to play Pokemon!
Friday
Introduction to Sculpting with PropCustomz
Saturday
Posing and Photography Workshop with BewitchedRaven Cosplay
Saturday
Posing and Photography Workshop with BewitchedRaven Cosplay
Workshops
Saturday
Introduction to Resin Casting Workshop with Shield Labs
Saturday
Introduction to Resin Casting Workshop with Shield Labs
Cosplay Workshops
Saturday
EVA Foam For Beginners Workshop
Sunday
Reboot Gaming
Reboot Gaming
Gaming
Tabletop Gaming Tournaments
Presented by Goin' Gaming
Tabletop Gaming Tournaments
Gaming Programming Highlights
Carolina Garrison
Carolina Garrison
Cosplay Fan Groups & Vehicles
Official Wizard World After Party at the Blind Pig Pub
Saturday
Official Wizard World After Party at the Blind Pig Pub
After Hours
Saturday
Cancellations: Henry Winkler
Programming
Friday, Aug. 3, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
con etiquette
Whether you're new to the convention scene, or you've been attending cons for years. Join us for a discussion on the proper behavior and ways of respect when attending conventions.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20185:00 PM - 6:30 PM location: WINSTON 3A
learn to play pokemon workshop!
Calling all Pokémon fans! Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the official Pokémon Trading Card Game? I mean it’s only been around for 20 years! Like many people, you buy the cards because of your love for Pokémon but haven’t exactly mastered how to play the game with the correct rules. Well now you can learn how to play with the help of Pokémon YouTuber RealBreakingNate! Bring your own deck or learn play with one of our pre-made decks! Come learn to play as RealBreakingNate takes you through the game card. Breaking down what cards do and a step by step play through of the game. Not only will you get an introduction on how to play the game but every paid attendee will walk away with a Burning Shadows booster pack! This is a great opportunity to bond with your child and learn how to play the game together or to finally put all those cards to use after buying them for years on end! *All children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult! Unpaid adults won't receive a booster pack.
(ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED)
Friday, Aug. 3, 20185:15 PM - 5:45 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
giveaways
COME GET FREE STUFF!
Friday, Aug. 3, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
nerdprov
Laugh your Asgard off with improvisers from Bunker Dogs Improv, as they make up scenes on the spot, Whose Line Is It Anyway style, all while using your nerdiest suggestions and featuring cosplay volunteers from the audience.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20185:45 PM - 6:30 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
live disney drawing by clinton hobart
Come see how to paint Disney, with Clinton Hobart.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
comic shop talk
Wedding bells for both Marvel and DC, Wolverine is alive, Thor is finally worthy and Superman got his undies back, IllumiNERDi All-Stars, Victor Dandridge and Ryan Ball with special guest Jermaine "Lord Retail" Exum from ACME Comics bring the latest comic news in this spoiler-filled convo!
Friday, Aug. 3, 20186:30 PM - 7:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
tools of the trade with smoky mountain ghostbusters
Come see SMOKY MOUNTAIN GHOSTBUSTERS show off the tools of the trade.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
cosplay 101
Want to begin cosplaying but don’t know how to get started? Join Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a discussion that will provide you with a guideline on crafting supplies, wigs, contacts, makeup, etc! Bring your questions for this Q&A and get some answers!
Friday, Aug. 3, 20187:00 PM - 7:30 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
thomas ian nicholas acoustic performance
Come see Thomas Ian Nicholas perform live on our Entertainment Stage.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20187:00 PM - 7:45 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
podcasting 101
Podcast popularity and influence is constantly on the rise. There are a wide range of styles, genres, themes and topics that can be found to fit anyone’s listening desires. Join veteran podcasters Name Redacted as they go over the ins and outs of this crazy medium. Questions welcome.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20187:30 PM - 8:30 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
marvel vs dc: the great debate
Which company has better heroes, villains, cartoons, movies, storylines, etc? Join comic industry pro’s, cosplayers and professional nerds as they discuss all aspects of this age old rivalry and with the help of the crowd declare a winner.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20187:45 PM - 9:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
official wizard world karaoke
Sign up for KARAOKE at the entertainment stage.
Friday, Aug. 3, 20188:00 PM - 8:45 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
zombies, werewolves, aliens & vampires: what monsters reveal about the human psyche
What fears, motivations, & hidden truths can we learn about our minds by examining iconic boogeymen? What might these scary creatures represent? What are some of the coolest contemporary monsters? How can you dress up as something scary & blow everyone away on Halloween & at conventions? Take a journey into the unknown depths of your mind & witness a live zombification as special effects artist and psychology scholar Jackalope Wren takes an ordinary audience member and turns them into the walking dead!
Friday, Aug. 3, 20188:30 PM - 9:00 PM location: WINSTON 1A
cosplay &cocktails vip meet & greet
Wizard World Cosplay VIP’s here is your chance to meet, hang out and ask your questions to the Wizard World Cosplay Guests in a friendly setting!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201810:00 AM - 11:15 AM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
rock out with heavy metal heroes band
HEAVY METAL HEROES performs live onstage!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM location: WINSTON 3A
introduction to sculpting
Learn how to sculpt and model your own clay creatures and original creations with Expert Sculptor & Prop builder Calen Hoffman of Propcustomz. Propcustomz will provide everything attendees need to make their our custom clay creation! Several physical pre-made examples will be shown along with attendees receiving one on one instructions throughout the course of the workshop! Come for the fun and leave with your own creation.
(ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED)
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201811:15 AM - 11:45 AM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
giveaways
Come to the stage and get free stuff!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
vips of self publishing
Self-publishing creator, Victor Dandridge, heads a forum-style discussion on the practices of self-publishing comic books. Guided with his own years of experience as both a comic book fan and creator, Victor aims to lead this discussion, interacting with the attending audience, to share ideas for comic book production, marketing and distribution.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201811:45 AM - 12:30 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
slime making demonstration with smoky mountain ghostbusters
Come see how SLIME is made with SMOKY MOUNTAIN GHOSTBUSTERS.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201812:00 PM - 12:30 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
witches: ladies who work magic
Have the women of Charmed, Harry Potter, Sabrina, Buffy, The Craft, & other media cast a spell on you? Be charmed by some of the best depictions of sorceresses & learn about the history & symbolism of witches both fictional & in real life. Add a touch of magic to your world by hearing the perspective of ladies who mix a special brew, flip tarot cards, draw sigils, & excavate crystals as they discuss superstition, ritual, and enchantment in pop culture.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201812:30 PM - 12:45 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
cosplay meet-up! show off your costume
Show off your awesome cosplay!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
sewing for beginners
Learn the basics of sewing. From threading the needle to materials, you will get a basic knowledge of what it takes to please the seamstress inside you!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201812:45 PM - 1:15 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
slime time trivia with smoky mountain ghostbusters
It's trivia tie with Smoky Mountain Ghostbusters!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20181:00 PM - 1:45 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
trailer park
Wizard World will be screening some of the newest and most anticipated trailers from upcoming movies/tv series and discussing them with you the fans! Join RealBreakingNate to discuss our initial thoughts and fears for each trailer, and maybe learn a thing or two about the latest and greatest news regarding newly announced film and tv projects.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
who you gonna call: life in the ghostbusters fandom
Join Smoky Mountain Ghostbusters for a look into the world of Ghostbusters fandom, how it reaches all over the world, and how some franchises use Ghostbusting to help others with charity work and other events.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20181:30 PM - 3:30 PM location: WINSTON 3A
posing & photography workshop
Come join BewitchedRaven Cosplay & Sugarfree D Photography for a two (2) hour workshop covering cosplay photography & modeling. This workshop will consist of an open class discussing lighting, editing, posing and character choices when taking part in a cosplay photo shoot. Following the classroom session, each participant will receive a short personal cosplay photo shoot with Sugarfree D Photography resulting in 3-5 fully edited digital prints.
(ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED)
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: WINSTON 2
disney tivia against thomas ian nicholas
Calling all Disney fans! Join us as audience members battle it out against Walt Disney himself, from ‘Walt Before Mickey’ Thomas Ian Nicholas, in this epic trivia event! Questions could cover anything….Disney Movies, Parks, and even Walt Disney himself! There will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your skills and win some prizes along the way!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
over the rainbow: lgbtq+ characters & themes
Inclusivity is at an all-time high across pop culture with regard to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer people. Who has been thoughtfully depicting queer characters & stories in recent years? What resources are out there for LGBTQ+ fans & their loved ones? Let's talk about it with a diverse panel of queer nerds.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
official kids costume contest
Come see the Official Wizard World Kids Costume Contest!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20182:30 PM - 3:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
truly outrageous! a conversation with the voice of jem
Jem and the Holograms stands as an 80’s girl power icon, join us for a Q&A with Jem herself Samantha Newark!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: WINSTON 2
saving people, discussing things:a supernatural conversation with ruth connell and lisa berry
Join the CONversation with Supernartual's RUTH CONNELL and LISA BERRY.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
words create worlds: lessons from a storyteller
If you have ever thought “I want to write a book” or wonder if your story can be told in song but don’t know where to begin or how to continue, this is perfect for you! Aspiring and current writers will want to take part in this interactive workshop to ask questions and learn about what it takes to write a book and be a published author or songwriter! Come and learn about the writing process from author, singer/songwriter, and advocate James Morris (Sky Bound, Water Tower, Surface) as he shares the challenges and excitement that comes with creating new worlds. This workshop will discuss the art of storytelling and share valuable tips, tricks, and organizational skills to help get you started and keep going. Be sure to bring your questions. This workshop is perfect for writers and aspiring writers of all ages.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20183:00 PM - 3:45 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
live disney drawing by clinton hobart
Join Clinton Hobart for a demonstration on drawing and painting Disney.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20183:30 PM - 4:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
between the ropes: a conversation with shane helms, tommy dreamer and road warrior animal
You know them from WWE, ECW, Impact Wrestling, and so many more professional wrestling promotions, join the CONversation with SHANE HELMS, TOMMY DREAMER, AND ROAD WARRIOR ANIMAL.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20183:45 PM - 4:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
cosplay meet-up
Come show off your costume!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:00 PM - 4:30 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
live sewing demonstration with uncanny megan
Join Uncanny Megan for a sewing demonstration.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: WINSTON 2
women of pop culture
Join Holly Marie Combs (Charmed) and Charisma Carpenter (Buffy) as they share stories and answer your questions about being a woman in the male dominated industry that is Pop Culture.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:00 PM - 4:45 PM location: WISTON 3BC
harry potter trivia
Harry Potter Trivia: Are you a true Harry Potter fan? Come test your knowledge of the wizarding world. Questions will cover all 8 of the Harry Potter books and the corresponding movies. Join us for fun and prizes!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:30 PM - 5:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
thomas ian nicholas acoustic performance
Join Thomas Ian Nicholas for a live performance!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:30 PM - 5:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
name redacted live!
Join us and laugh at the beautiful calamity that is Name Redacted. A spontaneous and interactive comedy podcast for the nerd in us all. Go ahead and circle this one now... you wouldn’t want to miss it, would you?
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20184:30 PM - 6:00 PM location: WINSTON 3A
introductin to mold making/resin casting
A step by step introductory to making silicone molds and solid urethane resin cast, along with hands on resin casting with professional Maker & Prop builder Casey McBroom of “Shield Labs". This workshop will involve a walk through on making various types of Silicone molds. An in depth Q&A on the process along with pre-made examples and resource guides. Attendees will also make and take home their very own Resin Castings from molds provided at the Workshop!
(ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED)
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20185:00 PM - 5:15 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
official live auction
The Official Wizard World Auction where you can bid on all kinds of great stuff!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: WINSTON 2
a trip down crime alley with gotham's david mazouz, robin lord taylor & sean pertwee
Join the CONversation with Gotham's DAVID MAZOUZ, ROBIN LORD TAYLOR, and SEAN PERTWEE.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20185:00 PM - 5:45 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
the nerd off
Just because we are all nerds doesn’t mean we are all on the same side or know what the heck we are talking about when it comes to a fandom. During this panel hosted by YouTuber RealBreakingNate two audience members at a time will debate on which is better and why. For example a single round debate could be who would win in a battle Batman vs. Iron Man or which franchise is better Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter? Has this description already started an argument? Then this is your type of panel. Oh and did I mention…..PRIZES!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20185:15 PM - 7:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
wizard world karaoke
Come sing your heart out at the Official Wizard World Karaoke! Sign up at the Entertainment Stage!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20185:30 PM - 6:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
larping 101
All the basics of LARPing covering the different types of LARP, building a character, your best costuming, weapon safety, fighting styles, and more!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20186:00 PM - 6:45 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
dungeons & dragons & improv
Join comedians and tried-and-true geeks from Winston Salem’s own Bunker Dogs Improv , as they play a live Dungeons & Dragons game. These Wizards of the East Coast will embark on an epic quest built entirely from audience suggestions. With New York based DM & host Mike Gregorek, video-projected dice, and YOU cheering along with every Critical Hit!
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20186:30 PM - 7:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
we ain't afraid of no ghosts: real world haunting &ghost hunting
Join Smoky Mountain Ghostbusters as they discuss real world paranormal studies and local haunted lore of the Winston-Salem area.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20187:00 PM - 8:30 PM location: Winston 1A
tell all q&a with hardcore legend tommy dreamer (additional ticket required)
Do you love pro wrestling and are fascinated by its history? Here is your chance to go behind the scenes and ask hardcore legend Tommy Dreamer anything, nothing is too EXTREME! Tommy will share stories and answer all your questions regarding his time with ECW, WWE, Impact wrestling and now House of Hardcore in this rare Q&A experience.
Saturday, Aug. 4, 20187:30 PM - 9:00 PM location: WINSTON 2
wizard world costume contest
Hosted by our very own superheroes Victor Dandridge and RealBreaking Nate, the Wizard World Comic Con Costume Contest is no joke. The best of the best will be dressed to impress in their superhero & pop culture finest, so be prepared for some serious cosplay. Grab your buddies and suit up to take a chance at bringing home the gold! Categories include Best in Show, Best Hero, Best Villain, Best Group and Best Anime (Prize Package Sponsored by RightStufAnime.com)!
Anyone interested in participating can sign-up at the SHIELD LABS Booth on Saturday. Registration closes at 5PM! We’ll see you there! (Recommended for ages 13+)
Saturday, Aug. 4, 201810:00 PM - 2:00 AM location: BURKE ST. PUB
wizard world after party
Just because the show floor is closed doesn’t mean the party skips a beat! Don’t miss the hottest event of the Wizard World weekend! Join us for a night full of Dancing, Music and Drink Specials at Burke St. Pub 1110 Burke Street Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Age Requirement: 21+ Free with Wizard World Wristband
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:00 AM - 12:30 PM location: WINSTON 3A
eva foam for beginners workshop
Have you ever wanted to learn the fine art of foam crafting? Join Bettie Bombshell as she guides you through your first foam build. She will help you by presenting how to build them, answering questions, showing tricks, etc.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:15 AM - 11:45 AM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
giveaways
Come get free stuff!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:15 AM - 12:00 PM location: WINSTON 2
a charmed life: a conversation with holly marie combs & brian krause
Join the CONversation with Charmed's HOLLY MARIE COMBS and BRIAN KRAUSE.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:30 AM - 12:15 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
u cre-8 comics presents: character crafters
Are you the next GREAT comic creator?! Take the Raconteur’s challenge and design your own character from start to finish! Establish powers, design costume ideas, create an origin story and more with U Cre-8 Comics -- the PERFECT jumpstart to YOUR comic universe! Hosted by the dreamy Victor Dandridge.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201812:15 PM - 1:15 PM location: WINSTON 2
a kim possible reunion: a conversation with christy carlson romano & will friedle
What’s the sitch, Wizard World Winston Salem? The talented voice actors behind Kim Possible and Ron Stoppable are here to dish about what made this seminal animated series so special, and what they’ve been doing since. Booyah!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
geek fashion: wearing your fandom on your sleeve (literally)
Wearing things that let people know what you like is a great conversation starter & avenue for making new friends. Where can you get the coolest geeky clothes & accessories? How can you wear these things & still look stylish? What's a battle jacket, & why are patches & pins a mainstay at conventions? What does the superhero logo on your shirt tell the world about you? How do clothes resemble armor? Come learn about all this and more in a discussion on fashion & fandom led by the designer & costumer Jackalope Wren.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201812:30 PM - 1:15 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
cosplay on a budget
Cosplay doesn’t need to be expensive to be awesome! Come learn from Wizard World Cosplay Guests, Uncanny Megan, BewitchedRaven and Bolde Cosplay about the different ways to make your cosplays on a budget.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 20181:00 PM - 1:15 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
cosplay meet-up
Show off your Costume!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 20181:15 PM - 2:00 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
slime time trivia with smoky mountain ghostbusters
It's time for trivia with Smoky Mountain Ghostbusters!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: WINSTON 3BC
pokemon game show
Calling all Pokémon fans! Join RealBreakingNate as audience members battle it out in this epic game show event! You might just have to answer a simple trivia question OR you could get stuck with a Pokémon dare challenge! Either way there will be tons of fun and even more laughs! So come test your Poke skills and win some prizes along the way!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 20181:30 PM - 2:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
introducing kids to cosplay
Do you have a child that is interested in becoming a cosplayer? Would you like to introduce your child to your cosplay hobby? In this panel we will discuss how to open up the world of cosplay to your child/children. Learn how to be their biggest and best support system.
Sunday, Aug. 5, 20182:00 PM - 2:45 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
official kids costume contest
The Wizard World Kids Costume Contest!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:30 PM - 12:15 PM location: WINSTON 1BC
egon's lab: creating ghostbusters gadgets
Ever wanted to build your own proton pack? Smoky Mountain Ghostbusters will walk you through the creation of Ghostbusters costumes and gadgets as they dive into the original screen props and provide tips and trips on how to build your own!
Sunday, Aug. 5, 201811:45 PM - 12:30 PM location: ENTERTAINMENT STAGE
live disney drawing by clinton hobart
Come join Clinton Hobart as he demonstrates how to draw and paint Disney!
