The Wildwoods, NJ – December 22, 2025 – Calling all Nerds, Geeks, Comic Book Fans, Pop Culture Aficionados, and Cosplayers! It’s going to be WILD at the WILD-CON returning to the Wildwoods Convention Center on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show returns with new guests, artists, vendors, and so much more to kick off the New Year and Con Season.
This year’s event brings featured guests: actor Glenn Taranto, voice actor Travis Artz, and actresses/producers Genoveva Rossi and Michelle Santiago. Artists appearing will be Jeff Brennan, Keith Williams, Joe DelBeato, Criss Madd, Bob Petrecca, Denny Fincke, Tom Schloendorn, and a surprise guest who will be making a comeback to the con scene!
Vendors will have comic books, trading cards, toys, crafts, and much more – there’s something for everyone! Enjoy Hot Wheels Die Cast Car Races and “Name It!,” a Trivia game where contestants will answer questions about Anime, Superheroes, Music, Characters, and much more. Enjoy performances by Dangerous Dan and a newcomer this year… JINX!
Several cosplay/costume groups will provide entertainment, photo opportunities, and interactive activities for youngsters and attendees. There will be a professional photographer offering photos for attendees and cosplayers wishing to have a professional photo for con memories. There will be a Cosplay Contest at 3 p.m., so be sure to dress to impress as your favorite superhero, anime, or comic book/movie character for a chance to win some great prizes!
Admission is $10, and children ages 10 and under are FREE with a paying adult. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite.com and at the door on the day of the event.
For additional information regarding Wild Con, visit www.JerseyShoreComicBookShow.com.
For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.
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