A Guide for Fans New to PopConand/or the Convention Scene

JUNE 17 - 19, 2016INDIANA CONVENTION CENTER

how to attendOnce you have bought your ticket, now the real fun begins as you prepare for your weekend at the show. Don’t sweat - we make check-in a breeze.

Bring your ticket to popconPrint your ticket or bring your smartphone to the con-vention center and head to the check-in desk. Here’s a simple map to guide you!

Turn in your ticket and you will receive either an en-trance wristband or badge - either way you’re ready to go!

When Should I arrive?Arrive early the day you check-in to get processed. We recommend arriving at least an hour early to get checked in and ready to go. Pre-registration is also available Thursday, June 16 from 6-8pm.

what CAN I do while i wait?Some limited panels and attractions open early each morning. If waiting in line for the show to open isn’t your thing, wander over to the panel rooms and see what’s going on!

For parentsdo my kids require tickets?Children 10 and under do not require tickets. The ticket held by their chaperonne applies to them, so they may participate in any activities their chaperone participates in. No more than two children under 10 per chaperone, please.

Most vendors prefer and accept cash, so plan ahead and bring some with you. ATMs are available on the floor if you forget. Consider pre-purchasing photo ops in advance if you wish to use a credit card.

Many show activities are free, but there are a number of ticketed events and tons of interesting vendors, so bring some spending cash. A good rule of thumb is at least $100 (not including planned food budget), but it depends on your personal preferences.

• Your Ticket!• Bag/Backpack• Spending Cash• Comfy Shoes (lots of walking!)

essential supplies• Phone Charger• Goal List (see below)

• Light Snack / Water

What to bring

Cash or credit? Cash.

Think of PopCon as a fan fair. There’s plenty to see and do, and plenty of walking. You’ll also see lots of cool art and trinkets, so be prepared to take them back home with you!

How much should I bring?

• eBash GameZone• Halo ODST Interactive Ride• Celebrity Autographs• Celebrity Photo Ops• After Hours Special Events

• Merchandise• Original Art/Prints • Cosplay CraftShops

What has additional costs?

• Panels/Workshops• 501st Droid Hunt• Open Gaming Tables• Cosplay Zone• Film/Screening Rooms• Cosplay Contest

• Indie Game Alley• Robot Demonstrations• Internet Exhibits• Endless Dungeon*• Kid’s Zone

* donations accepted!

What is free?

There will be ample opportunity to see free presentations, workshops, tournaments, and geeks goofing off on stage.

Registration HallCheck In Here!

Map of Indiana Convention Center Top View

Hall B-CHall D

Hall F

Artists/vendors celebrities

Create an account and sub-scribe to the panels you wish to attend. Before the show, you can print out your custom schedule or use our mobile web app to make sure you don’t miss your favorite events.

Panels/workshops

Plan in advance

We give you the opportunity to hear from industry experts and your favorite guests & celebrities on the topics you want to hear!

Visit http://indypopcon.com/links to get started!

As soon as a panel ends, the previous attendees will be given the opportunity to leave the area. After-wards, seating will begin in the following order:

Seating procedures

1. ADA Certified Disabled/Special Needs Guests2. VIP Guests3. All other guests

Rooms are not cleared entirely in between panels and guests are welcome to keep their seat when staying for multiple sessions in a row.*

* The Main Stage has a section designated for VIP Badge Holders only. This section will be cleared of non-VIPs between

each panel. If VIP seating remains 5 minutes prior to the session start, general admission attendees will be given the

opportunity to move forward if they wish to do so.

Artist Alley is home to incredibly talented artists with original art and prints available. Most also take commissions, which means you can ask them to illustrate whatever you want and take home a truly unique piece of art - made just for you!

PRO TIP: You can touch! Flip through artist portfolios, look at the comics, engage the artist! Also - ask about commissions!

Artist Alley

Merchants know that conventions are the place to find knowledgeable geeks and they bring rare comic books, toys, and exclusive collectibles. Many vendors are buying as well, so if you have a collection you wish to sell, bring it to PopCon.

Rare comics & collectibles

Game developers attend shows because they love seeing fans play their game. So don’t be shy - sit down and play! Give feedback, chat with the developers. Who knows? You could be playing the next smash video game before anyone else!

Indie game developers

Plan Ahead @ the popcon storeCheck out the online PopCon Store to preview what you can get at PopCon!

Visit: www.indypopcon.com/loot/

Our Program Guide has a general schedule and more information about special events including after parties and exclusive panels and workshops. Pick one up in the registration hall (one per guest maximum, please)

2016 Cover Art Coming Soon!

Grab a program

Conventions are great opportunities for independent artists, game developers, and merchants. Support small businesses, and get some cool swag at the same time!

Meet your favorite celebrities and get autographs or professional photo ops to capture your time at PopCon with your favorite guests!

Our guests will be at their signing tables for most of the convention, so just visit when you find it convenient. Each guest has different fees and products available ranging from $20 to $60.

Most guests give you a photo or poster with your autograph, and they will sign personal items.

PRO TIP: Think a guest will be really busy? Plan to get your autographs on Friday or Sunday, as we anticipate fewer fans will be in attendance on those days.

How to get autographs

Some guests will do photos with fans, captured by our profession-al photographer. You may pur-chase tickets in advance of the show to ensure availability. Visit the photo op booth for time slots and to purchase photo ops!

How to get photo ops

Our goal is to give each and every fan an opportunity to meet their idols, but their time is limited and unex-pected issues may arise. We recommend you make meeting your idols your primary goal upon arrival if that is crucial to your PopCon experience. If possible, visit on Friday - our least busy day.

Is it guaranteed that i will meet them?

Some guests sign for free but have very limited signing windows. Visit our website to find full instructions for meeting these guests.

www.indypopcon.com/autos

Free stage autographs