Our annual FREE comic con!

HPL Comic Con

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Next con: May 11, 2024

Check out photos from 2023!

Our annual all-ages free comic con is held every May and features comic artists and writers, vendors, cosplay, panels, and more!

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Contact Info
978-373-1586 x650
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Guests

Big Rig BBQ Jamie Varmette Mark Masztal Salem Ghostbusters
Brandon Gorski Jason Madison Matt Crafton Sam Paper Crafts
Cathy G Johnson Jason Viola Michael Gallucci Squig and Moon
Chris Bedell Jay Mooers Miss B the Crochet Lady Tanner Ogle
Chris Denmead Jeannine Acheson One Up Games Tom Sniegoski
Colleen AF Venable Johnny C Patrick Davis Arts Victoria Marcelino
The Cosplay Crowd Junk King Gaming Pursued by a Bear Sewing Very Big Comics
Craig Holland KandiCow Queen’s Gambit
Emmett Nahil Keith Gleason Ryan Santos

Schedule

Time Event Location
10am-4pm One Up Games Teen Zone
10am-4pm Escape Room* Children’s Room
11am-12pm Jason Viola Science Comics presentation Auditorium
11am-1pm Face Painting Children’s Room
11am-3pm Big Rig BBQ Outside
1:30pm-2:30pm Cosplay Contest** Auditorium
3pm-4pm Cathy G Johnson drawing workshop Milhendler Room

*Please visit the children’s room to sign up for an Escape Room slot. Sessions will run every hour.
**Please visit the children’s room to sign up for the cosplay contest.

All day passive programs: ducky derby, scavenger hunt, Bingo, crafts

FAQs

What does it cost to attend?
Nothing! Attending the con is completely free.

Do you have an ATM on site?
There is no ATM in the library. Some vendors may have square readers to take card payments, but it’s safe to come with some cash on hand.

Where can I park?
The library has a parking lot, but with an event such as this it will fill up quickly. There is free street parking available on Summer St, Ginty Blvd, and Bailey Blvd. The Goecke Parking Deck is a short walk away and located behind the police station – city parking fees apply.

Is there public transportation?
The Downeaster commuter rail stops in Haverhill and is about a 16 min walk away from the library. There are also several bus stops in the area. Visit here to view your options.

Will there be food available for purchase?
Yes! The library will have a small concession table that sells snacks such as chips and candy for $1. We are also excited to have Big Rig BBQ food truck on site this year! (2024)

Can I dress up?
Yes! We encourage folks to show off their best cosplay! Please remember that this is a family friendly event, so costumes should be appropriate. Please do not bring any realistic looking weapons.

Photos from previous years