Saturday, April 5th
Join Comic Book and Memorabilia enthusiasts in Ocean City, New Jersey at the OC Con on April 5th-6th, 2025 at the Ocean City Music Pier.
2025 Appearances by:
Kevin D Cosplay
Kevin is a veteran cosplayer and a fixture of East Coast events in years past. He even appeared as Captain America in a Southern NJ comic shop commercial, as Negan in a local restaurant commercial, and as Batman in a local Toy Store commercial. You may have seen him as Batman, Captain America, Wolverine, James Bond, The Comedian, and many more, at just about every major convention on the east coast. His award winning costumes have been featured by multiple online publications including Pop Culture Uncovered, Fan Boy Nation, as well as many others. When not appearing at conventions in his impressive cosplay, Kevin attends charity events as some of his most famous characters as a founding member of the Philadelphia Avengers.
Check out Kevin on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Dawnchu
Dawnchu is a Southern NJ resident, and has been a fixture in the comic and anime convention circuit for the past few years in the tri-state area. She has hosted many panels and events on anime and the overall Otaku culture, and has watched over 500 anime making her somewhat of an expert on this style of Japanese film and television animation. Her cosplays combine traditional looks, along with her unique gothic fashion.
Shannon Noelle Cosplay (Saturday Only)
Shannon Noelle is a South Jersey native cosplayer of over 13 years. Through cosplay, she has learned many skills such as sewing, foam armor, and 3D Printing, and has been honored to work with companies such as Blizzard Entertainment/the Overwatch League. Shannon believes that anyone can cosplay and loves to see creativity thrive!
DeLorean Time Machine
The Tumbler
The Batpod
Check back soon for more updates!
Artist registration
The cost for an Artist’s Table is $20 for the weekend. Payment is only required if your application is approved.
To apply for a table in Artists Alley, please click here.
VENDOR REGISTRATION
If you are interested in being a vendor at the 2025 OC Con, please register online through RecDesk.
Tables are $50 per table with a maximum of two per vendor. Registration will be first come first serve.
Super hero 1 Mile RUN
and
Kids events
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Register Here!
Ocean City's annual OC CON Comic Book and Memorabilia Show includes a 1 mile Super Hero Run, which encourages costumed characters of all ages to show off their speed. A separate Super Hero running event for kids age 12 and under puts a series of fun challenges in the path of our speedy young crusaders.
RACE AND COURSE INFORMATION
The 1-Mile Super Hero Run starts at 9am on the Boardwalk at the Music Pier, and the out-and-back course goes down the Boardwalk. An awards ceremony is at 10:00am inside the Music Pier. Entry in the one-mile event entitles all 12-and-unders to participate in the Super Hero running events at 9:30am at the Music Pier (racers do not have to check in twice -- they can wear their 1-mile race bibs). After the race, check out OC Con at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace).
REGISTRATION
Online registration: ocnj.recdesk.com
Race-day registration: 1 Mile Race registration 8am to 8:45am at the Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk). 1 Mile race start 9am. Kids event registration 9am - 9:30am. Kids event start 9:30am. Same hours for pre-registered packet pickup (race day only).
Super Hero Run registration fees: $15 for 13-and-overs and $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $20 for 13-and-overs and $15 for 12-and-unders. Registration for 12-and-unders includes both the 1 Mile Run and kids distances.
Obstacle Dash registration fees: $10 for 12-and-unders through April 3, 2024. Race-day registration is $15.
Registration includes: OC CON Super Hero shirt.
Beneficiaries: All proceeds benefit Ocean City Recreation Scholarships and Programs. Entry Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Super Hero Run: The Top 5 male and Top 5 female racers will be awarded prizes in two age categories: 13-and-over and 12-and-under.
Costumes: Top three
INFORMATION
Race Contact: recreation@ocnj.us or 609-398-6900
JOIN THE FUN AS A RACE VOLUNTEER! Please complete this volunteer form if you can help out in any way.
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