Superheroes And Sci-Fi At Hickory Comic-Con
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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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Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.
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