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Meanwhile, in Hickory…
Comic book dealers, toy dealers, artists, and other collectibles vendors from across the Southeast will descend upon the Hickory Metro Convention Center this Saturday (9/7) for the Fall 2019 Hickory Comic-Con. It’s like an early Christmas for superhero and sci-fi fans of all ages.
Some of the highlights of Hickory Comic-Con will include a 1966 Batmobile replica, ‘Bumblebee’ replica from the Transformers films, ‘Yoda’ from Star Wars, ‘Baby Groot’ from Guardians of the Galaxy, and more.

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If you’re into cosplay, you’ll want to enter the costume contest. Registration is between 11:00 AM and Noon. The contest begins at 2:00 PM.
- What: Fall 2019 Hickory Comic-Con
- When: Saturday, September 7; 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Where: Hickory Metro Convention Center; Hickory, NC (I-40, Exit 125)
- Admission: Adults $5; Kids 13 and younger $3
- Contact: 828-322-1335

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