Comicpalooza 2026
2026-05-22 00:00 - 2026-05-24 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77019, United States
Comicpalooza is the largest annual, multi-genre, comic book, science fiction, anime, gaming, and pop-culture convention in the Southern United States and is held in Houston, Texas.
At Comicpalooza you’re always in good company. Go ahead, get your cosplay costume and get ready to be transported into a pop-culture extravaganza at Comicpalooza. From panels discussing an array of fan topics, to an exhibition floor featuring unique art and handcrafted goods from artists, to #starstruck moments with our celebrity line-ups, to a thrilling cosplay competition featuring some of our fans, and so much more, there is never a dull moment at Comicpalooza.

The Visually Stunning Movie Podcast Presents: Four Incredible Movies from 40 Years Ago!
Join the Visually Stunning Movie podcast as we look back at the four legendary films celebrating their 40th anniversary – Top Gun, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Labyrinth, and Aliens. Come discuss the timeless nature of these films and why they’ve managed to not only survive but thrive in the four decades since their releases.
Friday, May 22 7:15 PM to 8:00 PM
Podcast Pavilion Stage
YouTube All-Stars Live: Creators, Collecting and Culture
Step into the ultimate creator crossover as YouTube personalities Metal Jesus Rocks, Grimm Life Collective, and Geekdom 101 take the stage for an unfiltered conversation on fandom, collecting, storytelling, and life as content creators in the digital age. Moderated by Craig Price of Matinee Heroes, expect behind-the-scenes insights, lively discussion, and plenty of personality as these fan-favorite voices share their journeys, hot takes, and what keeps them inspired.
Saturday, May 23 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Room 330
Comicpalooza Podcast Program Presents: Podcasting Simplified: Branding and Audience Growth
This panel brings together seasoned podcasters for a behind-the-scenes conversation about building and sustaining a show in today’s crowded media landscape. Featuring insights from Daniella (Bad Acts), Brandon (Cult 45), Craig Price (Matinee Heroes), Michael Carrell (Comicast), Ming Chen, and Ozeal (Pod Houston) the discussion breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and what every podcaster should know about staying consistent. This panel will be moderated by Chris Burnett of 10 Drink Minimum.
Saturday, May 23 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM
Podcast Pavilion Stage
Matinee Heroes Live Episode: Matrix Reloaded
Join Craig Price and Alan Cerny, the hosts of the Matinee Heroes podcast, for a live breakdown of The Matrix Reloaded. From jaw-dropping action set pieces to philosophical rabbit holes, they’ll unpack Neo’s next step in the war against the machines with the sharp insight and irreverent humor that’s made their podcast a fan favorite. Whether you love the sequels, question the Architect, or just came for the highway chase, this panel will have you dodging bullets and rethinking reality.
Saturday 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Room 340
Fighting On Set and In the Kitchen: A Conversation with Mark Dacascos
Allez cuisine! Mark Dacascos joins us for an in-depth discussion on his career. From his early days on the set of Double Dragon to conquering the kitchen in Iron Chef: America to entering the dangerous world of John Wick, this conversation is sure to have many thrills!
Sunday May 24 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Room 351
This Is The Way… Back to Theaters: The Future of Star Wars
With The Mandalorian & Grogu bringing Din Djarin and Grogu to the big screen for the first time, Star Wars is entering a new era…again. But this time, it’s different. Join us as we break down what this movie means for the franchise, how it connects to The Mandalorian, and where the galaxy far, far away is headed next.
Sunday, May 24 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm.
Podcast Pavilion Stage

Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2026
2026-09-04 00:00 - 2026-09-06 23:59 | Tampa Bay Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Craig Price will appear at Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2026 as a panel moderator and convention guest, with 12 assignments across the weekend: seven celebrity panels and five fan panels.

Craig Price’s Panel Schedule

Friday, September 4

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Jonny Cruz
1:00–2:00 PM | Ballroom D
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and voice artist Jonny Cruz.

Fan Panel — Moderator
James Cameron’s Aliens at 40
2:00–3:00 PM | Room 121
Craig leads a discussion marking 40 years of James Cameron’s Aliens, examining how the film transformed Ridley Scott’s horror classic into an action landmark, exploring its different versions, and debating its place in the Alien franchise.

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Rachael Harris
3:00–4:00 PM | Ballroom D
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and comedian Rachael Harris.

Fan Panel — Panelist
1986 in Film
4:00–5:00 PM | Room 118
Celebrate the films of 1986, from Top Gun and Star Trek IV to Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, while looking at what still holds up and what has not aged as well.

Saturday, September 5

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Michaela Jill Murphy
11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Ballroom D
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and voice artist Michaela Jill Murphy.

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Shameik Moore
12:00–1:00 PM | Ballroom D
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and musician Shameik Moore.

Fan Panel — Moderator
Was 1985 the Greatest Year for Movies?
5:00–6:00 PM | Room 120
From Back to the Future and The Breakfast Club to Clue, Rocky IV, and The Color Purple, Craig leads a discussion about whether 1985 was the greatest year in movie history.

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Christopher Mintz-Plasse
6:00–7:00 PM | Ballroom A
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and musician Christopher Mintz-Plasse.

Fan Panel — Moderator
50+ Years of Stephen King
7:00–8:00 PM | Room 118
A panel of Stephen King experts explores more than five decades of his horror stories, memorable monsters, and lasting influence on popular culture.

Sunday, September 6

Fan Panel — Panelist
Star Wars Is Back in Cinemas: Where to Now?
11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Room 113
With Star Wars returning to theaters, the panel discusses what audiences want from future films and whether the franchise should continue balancing theatrical releases with streaming series.

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Rachel Pizzolato
1:00–2:00 PM | Ballroom D
Craig moderates a live conversation with science communicator, model, and television personality Rachel Pizzolato.

Celebrity Panel — Moderator
Holly Marie Combs
2:00–3:00 PM | Ballroom A
Craig moderates a live conversation with actor and producer Holly Marie Combs.

FanX Salt Lake 2026
2026-09-24 00:00 - 2026-09-26 23:59 | Salt Palace Convention Center, 100 S W Temple St., Salt Lake City, UT, 84101, United States
Craig Price will return to FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention 2026 as a panel moderator and convention guest. His panel assignments and appearance schedule will be added when confirmed.
FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention brings major entertainment guests and pop culture programming to the Intermountain West.
