Rose City Comic Con is for families! We are proud to offer Rose City Jr. presented by ThinkFun, Brio, and Ravensburger, designed to delight our littlest fans. Rose City Con Jr. presented by ThinkFun, Brio, and Ravensburger brings the whole family together for an interactive and fun-filled weekend full of kid-friendly activities spanning a variety of interests.
Families can see incredible performances and get moving in the Rose City Jr. Movement Zone, experience tons of hands-on activations at our vendor booths, and get creative in the Rose City Jr. Workshops area – being taught my professional artists! Fun for the whole family awaits!
New for 2024
Dragon Theater Returns
We’re honored to welcome back Dragon Theater to Rose City Comic Con! Dragon Theater has been captivating kids of all ages in the Portland area for over 30 years.
Don’t miss the fun and excitement during their daily puppet show extravaganza, “Dungeons and Decisions,” at the Movement Zone. Dragon Theater Puppet Shows are an interactive family theater experience, great for all ages. Each show has a specific moral in its theme and educational value, having been built with library programs, school assemblies, festivals and birthday parties in mind.
Families also won’t want to miss the free coloring book tables within their booth space, offering a relaxing respite amidst the excitement for kids with creative hearts. And for the race fans, also check out, the Hot Wheels: Mario Kart/Batmobile racing free play at their booth. Your kids will absolutely adore all that Dragon Theater has to offer this year at RCCC!
Returning for 2024
Have a young fan of fantastic worlds and adventure? Do they want to train like a warrior, adventurer or hero? Come move, learn and play with First Fantasy Books! Archivists Reginald Copperbeard and Lucy Lightfoot want to meet you! Get ready to move your body as you train with games inspired by fantasy creatures and places from the kingdom of Luna Nueva. Join the quest!
Join the PDX Harry Potter Activists, PDXpelliarmus, as they teach you the Way of the Wand. PDXpelliarmus is the Portland Chapter of Fandom Forward (formerly known as The Harry Potter Alliance), an international nonprofit on a mission to fight against the real world Dark Arts using the most powerful weapon we have, LOVE!
Blast into the ultimate adventure at Comic Con with WCCLS Librarians for a Pop Culture Storytime extravaganza! Grab your cape, dust off your lightsaber, don’t forget your Poké Ball, and get ready for an unforgettable journey through the realms of your favorite fandoms. From superheroes to space odysseys, wizards to warriors, our expert storytellers will whisk you away on a thrilling ride. Whether you’re a seasoned storytime goer or a casual enthusiast, there’s something for everyone. So, gear up and join us for some truly epic storytimes!
We’re thrilled to welcome back Kids Love Comics to our Jr. Workshops area! Organized by The Mariano Brothers, John Gallagher and Jamar Nicholas, these creative professionals and general goofsters know a thing or two are creating art and having fun. Whether it’s creating characters, playing Post-It Palooza, or entering the Imagination Aquarium, all you need is a pencil, piece of paper, and your imagination to go on a creative ride with Kids Love Comics.
Join the Portland Ghostbusters as they make their slime-filled return to RCCC. Established in 2012, the Portland Ghostbusters is a 501 (c)(3) donation-based charity cosplay organization. Pose for a photo with the Ectomobile from the beloved Ghostbusters movie, as well as get the chance to check out their Ghostbusters gear up close! Join in on Junior Ghostbusters Training or play games so you can help them catch ghosts!
We’re honored to welcome back Caesar The No Drama Llama! Caesar is RCCC’s fluffiest friend, and he just loves to pose for pics and give hugs. Stop by the booth for your chance to get to know the llama who is committed to a drama free lifestyle. You won’t find a single mean thing to say about this perfectly puffy peacemaker at Rose City Comic Con!
ROSE CITY JR. AREAS
Free Play Area presented by Ravensburger, ThinkFun and Brio
The Rose City Jr. Free Play area is a vibrant and inviting space filled an incredible assortment of trains and toys provided by Ravensburger, ThinkFun and Brio! Kids will love to get creative, sit on the foam mats, and enjoy some free play time with these great toys.
Jr. Movement Zone
The Rose City Jr. Movement Zone is an exciting area on the Show Floor that caters specifically to families and their up-and-coming geeks. It offers a multitude of fandom-inspired activities designed to keep them entertained and active throughout the entire weekend. From Lightsaber Training to Story Times, this zone is a haven for our littlest fans to move, groove, and have a blast!
Jr. Workshops
The Rose City Jr. Workshops area is a hub of creativity and learning, where young artists and aspiring creators can receive hands-on guidance from real comic book professionals. It’s an incredible opportunity for little artists to develop their skills and explore the world of art. Guided by the Mariano Brothers, Chris and Mark, as well as their fellow artist friends, they can have fun, get goofy, and let their imaginations run wild while honing their artistic abilities.
PAST ROSE CITY JR. HIGHLIGHTS
PAST CONTENT HIGHLIGHTS
- 2019 Kids went wild during the “National Wildlife Federation Animal Show with Naturalist David Mizejewski”
- 2019 The Neontendo Car rolled into RCCC, equipped with retro Nintendo video game systems
- 2019 Safari Ltd. ran their Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt for kids
- September 9, 2022 Launched our brand new Movement Zone
- September 9, 2022 Kids got creative as they participated in “Draw A Little Dream with Chris Mariano and Aron Nels Steinke”
- September 10, 2022 PDXpelliarmus brought the magic with their “Wand Work for Beginners” activity
PAST SPONSOR/PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS
- Candlewick Press
- National Wildlife Federation
- Portland Ghostbusters
- Saber Guild Felucia
- Mad Science
- Safari Ltd.
- Trackers Earth