Hungry? The Oregon Convention Center is cooking up all kinds of delicious treats for you to enjoy in a number of locations throughout the building. From bento bowls and salads to hot dogs and walking tacos to ice cream and bubble tea. There will also be food trucks in the plaza outside. Check out your options here!

Take a break at the Voodoo Ranger Beer Garden located in the Oregon Ballroom where you can sip some delicious IPAs. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol, but all ages are welcome in the space.

Got here early or staying for a few days later to explore the rest of Portland? Or just need a food break? Travel Portland has curated this collection of local restaurants near the convention center (many within a 20 minute walk, so you can get back in time for your next panel!)

Badges! If you didn’t buy them in time for the badge mailing deadline, did you know you can pick them up before the show from one of our retail partners or at our early badge pick up event (more information to be shared closer to the show)? Skip the lines at registration and pick them up early! (Please see Dave below for important information about retailer and early pickup.)

Skip the line to purchase photo ops and autographs on site and pre-order them!

Download our app! We definitely don’t want it to happen, but there can be last minute changes and our app will have the most up to date information!

Sign up for our mailing list to have the latest announcements and updates sent straight to your inbox! More of a social media fan? Give us a follow! We’re on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Charge your phone and bring a (charged up!) portable charger! You don’t want your phone to die while you’re taking a photo of an awesome cosplay or a selfie with your favorite celebrity!

Had your badge mailed or picked it up early from a Retailer? Make sure you remember to bring it! You don’t want to miss that first panel because you had to go back home to get it.

Make sure to allot time for travel! Public transportation is always a good option so you don’t have to look for (and then pay for) parking. (Just remember that public transit may be running on a weekend schedule, so be sure to check for any changes in transit times!) Need to drive in? Book your parking ahead of time! Check out our travel page to help plan your trip.

Need to pick up your badge on-site? Make sure to have your QR code ready (printed or on your phone) and head to Registration to pick them up.

NEW FOR 2024! Come explore our new Anime Yokocho feature! Meet your favorite VAs, shop to your heart’s content, check out some fan club and pick up some free swag!

Watch panels with your favorite celebrities or just check out a random topic that sounds interesting! Programming changes every day, so there’s always something new!

Looking to break into the comics industry? Check out our Creator Pro track which covers a wide variety of learning exercises and experiences important to a variety of professionals.

Love cosplay? Make sure to visit Destination Cosplay to meet up with fellow fans, watch demos, geek out over craftsmanship, and watch the Cosplay Competition!

Got kids? Rose City Jr is the place to be for our littlest fans! It’s a whole weekend full of fun kid-friendly activities to delight and entertain!

Did you prefer the book to the movie? Then our Book Fair is for you! Meet your favorite authors, learn more about the creative process, and add to your TBR pile! This year we’re also offering Master Classes with Terry Brooks and Max Brooks!

Whether you’re into tabletop gaming or video gaming, we’ve got something for you with offerings from GameStorm, Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, Alexandria RPG Library, and Portland Retro Gaming Expo.

We know we said there’s more to RCCC than celebrities and merch, but who doesn’t love celebrities and merch? Grab your celebrity photo ops and autographs, then go explore our Exhibit Hall! And be sure not to miss Artist Alley!

If you lose something while at RCCC, please check Lost & Found at the OCC Welcome Desk in the MLK Lobby. Once the event is over, all lost and found items are handed over to the Oregon Convention Center where they are tagged, cataloged, and stored for 30 days. After that, unclaimed items are donated. If you’ve lost something, call the OCC welcome concierge at 503-731-7800 or email a detailed description to [email protected].

Need a place to store something? The OCC has locker rentals available for short-term storage of personal items thanks to our partners at LocketGo. These salmon-colored lockers are reservable with your mobile device and a credit card. There are three convenient locations throughout the building. Please click on your preferred location to go to the reservation platform.

MLK Lobby (near main entrance)
Holladay Lobby (north end of the building)
Ginkoberry Concourse (south end of the building)

REST! Time to catch up on the sleep you missed this weekend exploring all Rose City Comic Con has to offer!

Did you remember to sign up for our mailing list? Keep an eye out for our post-show survey! Let us know what you loved and want to see more of, what we missed that you want to see at the show (including your dream celebrity guests!), and what we can improve to make Rose City Comic Con your ideal show.

NEW! While most vendors will take credit cards, it’s always a good idea to have some cash on hand. The Oregon Convention Center has gone cashless and will not have any ATMs on site that distribute cash. This also means that OCC vendors will not accept cash. (RCCC Exhibitors, Artists, and Guests may still accept cash at tables/booths at their discretion.) The OCC will have Reverse ATMs which are in Pre-function B and South Ginko entrance near existing ATMs. These Reverse ATMs are designed to receive cash and exchange it for a Visa card of equal value, completely anonymous and fee-free. This Visa card is valid anywhere Visa is accepted.

NEW! The Oregon Convention Center has implemented inclusive restroom signage across the center, featuring language that welcomes everyone, regardless of gender identity.

Do you have accessibility needs? We strive to create an inclusive and friendly environment for all, including providing a variety of services to help you enjoy your show. However, for some services such as ASL interpreters we ask that you request them in advance. Information on how to do so, can be found on our Accessibility Page.

Stay hydrated! You can bring a water bottle (no glass!) to refill at one of the many water filling stations around the convention center.

We gotta be honest, there will be a lot of walking and there will be lines — wear comfy shoes!

You don’t want to wait in line only to find out we’ve sold out of our official t-shirt in your size. Pre-order your merch and you can pick it up any time during our exhibit hall hours! (Just don’t forget to pick up your merch! We can’t ship or refund unclaimed items.)

Check out our Discord to connect with other fans! Want more tips? They’ll have it!

Have a question that isn’t covered in this guide or our FAQ? Send us an email! Dave’s got his best customer service glasses on to help! (On show days, it’s best to find a crew member in a yellow shirt or a staff member in a green shirt with a staff badge to quickly get your answers, emails may not be answered in time.)