In the heart of SC, we know how to throw a party for every kind of fan. Whether you’ve been waiting all year to debut your cosplay masterpiece or simply want to browse comics, collectibles, and artwork that rival anything in the galaxy, Soda City Comic Con is your invitation to geek out in Columbia SC.
What to Expect Inside
- Cosplay contests that are every bit as thrilling as the panels themselves
- Panels and Q&As with comic book creators, voice actors, and pop culture icons
- Vendor booths chockablock with comics, anime merch, art prints, gaming gear, and one-of-a-kind collectibles
- Vintage gaming with the largest pop-up pinball arcade in South Carolina, because let’s be honest, we all love a good challenge
- Children’s Cosplay Contest so the next generation of superheroes can explore their powers too
Where to Eat Like a Local
Refueling is a must, and lucky for you, Columbia’s got options faster than you can say “beam me up.”
- Bourbon: Cajun-creole cuisine that will have you longing for more
- Hendrix: creative small plates and cocktails with rooftop views of Main Street
- Market on Main: seasonal menu including burgers, salads and small plates
- Blue Marlin: classic Southern seafood made with locally sourced, sustainable fish
- Surf's Up Acai: a perfect cool-me-down stop with smoothies and acai bowls.
- Dulce Bakery and Café: freshly baked pastries paired with a cuppa to start off your day or artisan sandwiches and soups to keep you going.
- Cantina 76: tacos a Mexican-inspired dishes for everyone in your party
Explore Beyond Comic Con
If you find yourself with a few hours to kill before or after the con, whittle away some time at these Columbia staples:
- The Nickelodeon Theatre is a creative bastion for indie films and classics.
- Soda City Market Soda City Market is just a few blocks away from the Comic Con, so why not follow the locals for food trucks, local art, and the kind of people-watching that’s second only to the con floor.
- GatherCOLA, located in the BullStreet District, is Columbia's first outdoor food hall that lives up to the hype with local and James Beard recognized establishments.