GalaxyCon Raleigh is July 29 - August 1, 2021 at the Raleigh Convention Center
GalaxyCon Raleigh is More Than a Comic Con! It’s a 4-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, creators, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, fan groups, gamers, panelists, streamers, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU!
GALAXYCON RETURNS TO RALEIGH JULY 29 - AUGUST 1, 2021
This is the announcement you’ve been waiting for and the one we’ve been hoping for. GalaxyCon Raleigh will happen July 29 - Aug 1 at the Raleigh Convention Center.
North Carolina’s Gov. Roy Cooper has stated his intention to allow for larger gatherings this summer, which will allow us to move forward with hosting GalaxyCon Raleigh. Here’s what you can expect:
- Tickets will be limited as we will be capping attendance at lower than normal numbers. We expect to sell out of most ticket types prior to the start of the event.
- Masks will be required of all attendees.
- Tickets for last year's event are valid for 2021. If you do not wish to attend this year you may request to move your ticket to our 2022 event by emailing raleigh@galaxycon.com with your request.
- New Tickets will go on sale on Friday May 7 at 12:00pm EST.
- We will have guests appearing in person and virtually. Guest announcements will begin soon. In-Person guests will participate as usual. Virtual guests will interact with fans at virtual celebrity meet and greet stations and will participate in Q&A’s.
- Celebrity Q&A’s will include in-person and virtual talent. A virtual pass will be available for people who are unable to attend the physical event.
- There will be increased sanitation and cleaning protocols.
- The aisles will be widened to ease crowding.
- There will be a policy of no handshakes, no hugs, no high-fives. We ask that all our attendees refrain from physical contact with our guests or other attendees.
- Due to increased safety concerns, certain programming tracks will be on hiatus in 2021, including video game and tabletop gaming rooms.
- We will be working with downtown partners to promote after-hours parties and events.
- Hotel reservation links will be sent to existing ticket holders on Tuesday May 4. Hotel reservation links will be made available to the public on Friday May 7.
- Exhibitors and Vendors with existing booths and tables will be contacted to reconfirm their 2021 space. New spaces will be made available by invitation to those vendors and exhibitors on our waiting list.
- Tickets purchased for this event are non-refundable.
Please note that as we move forward, things are subject to change as state and local guidelines are adjusted. We will post all announcements and updates on our website and social media pages. In addition to planning for GalaxyCon Raleigh we will continue to host weekly virtual events at www.galaxycon.com
Thank you for your continued support,
Mike Broder
President, GalaxyCon
Stay tuned for announcements about Guests, Programming, Costume Contests, and more Exciting Events!
Location
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St
Raleigh, NC 27601
Exhibition Hall Hours
THURSDAY: 2pm to 8pm
FRIDAY: 10am to 8pm
SATURDAY: 10am to 8pm
SUNDAY: 10am to 6pm
Event Hours
THURSDAY: 2pm to 9pm
FRIDAY: 10am to 10pm
SATURDAY: 10am to 10pm
SUNDAY: 10am to 7pm
Hotels
The cut-off date for GalaxyCon discounted room rates is June 28th, 2021
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The Raleigh Convention Center is located in the heart of Raleigh, NC and is located adjacent to the Red Hat Amphitheater.
Downtown Raleigh has over 14,000 Parking Spots! For more information about where to park, visit Downtown Raleigh Parking Garages & Addresses.
Convention Center Parking
There are Public Parking garages on Lenoir Street between Salisbury and McDowell Street, one on McDowell Street between Cabarrus and Davie Street, and one on Salisbury Street between Cabarrus and Davie Street.
Accessible Parking is available on the 1st level of each garage
For more information on ADA Accessibility, please visit the the Raleigh Convention Center.
Accessibility
The Raleigh Convention Center is an ADA-Compliant Facility. Please visit the Conventer Center's website for more information on their accessibility services.
Info & Disability Assistance Booth
The Info & Disability Assistance Booth is located inside the registration area.
We’re happy to help any attendee that requires assistance information regarding accessibility.
Exhibitors
Exhibitors and Vendors with existing booths and tables will be contacted to reconfirm their 2021 space. New spaces will be made available by invitation to those vendors and exhibitors on our waiting list. If you have any questions, please email exhibitors@galaxycon.com