Atlanta Comic Con 2010 Wizard World Convention Set for December

March 4, 2010 - PRLog -- Gareb Shamus announced today that Atlanta Comic Con 2010 Wizard World Convention will take place this December 3-5, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

“Part of enhancing the fan experience in Atlanta is having the right venue. I know the fans will really enjoy themselves at the Cobb Galleria Centre,” said Wizard Entertainment CEO Gareb Shamus.  

The previous Atlanta Comic Convention, founded in 1994 by 20-year comic veteran Wes Tillander, showcased comics, cards, prints, gaming artwork, videos, toys, manga, anime, statues, new artists, book signings and much more. Wizard will expand the show from a one-day format to a three-day weekend format, while many aspects of pop culture will continue to be represented. Atlanta Comic Con fans can expect a high-energy show with a festival atmosphere recognized and enjoyed by fans everywhere.

Cobb Galleria Centre is one of Atlanta’s premier conference facilities, conveniently located at the intersection of I-285 and I-75. Cobb Galleria Centre connects directly to the 521-room, four-star, four-diamond Renaissance Waverly Hotel. Blending excellence in accommodations and a friendly, dedicated staff, the Cobb Galleria Centre has earned a national reputation for hosting winning events.

Get your Atlanta Comic Con tickets today by online at www.wizardworld.ticketleap.com/atlanta.

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About Gareb Shamus:
Gareb Shamus founded Wizard Entertainment in 1991. Today, Shamus publishes consumer magazines Wizard, ToyFare, FunFare and numerous books about pop culture’s top talent, comic books and toys. Shamus also produces a North American Comic Con tour.
2010 Wizard World Comic Con Tour:
March 26-28, Toronto Comic Con, Direct Energy Centre
April 16-18, Anaheim Comic Con, Anaheim Convention Center
June 11-13, Philadelphia Comic Con, Pennsylvania Convention Center
August 19-22, Chicago Comic Con, Donald E. Stephens (Rosemont) Convention Center
October 1-3, New England Comic Con, John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center
October 7-10, Big Apple Comic Con, Pier 94
October 15-17, New Jersey Comic Con, New Jersey Convention and Expo Center
November 12-14, Austin Comic Con, Austin Convention Center
December 3-5, Atlanta Comic Con, Cobb Galleria
Cincinnati Comic Con, TBD
Cleveland Comic Con, TBD
Nashville Comic Con, TBD