10:00am to 5:00pm
Join Comic Book and Memorabilia enthusiasts in Ocean City, New Jersey at the OC Con on April 11th-12th, 2026 at the Ocean City Music Pier.
2026 Artists
BOB PETRECCA
Bob Petrecca started his comics career in-house at Marvel Comics as one of John Romita's Raiders in 1990 and has since freelanced his abilities on titles such as Captain America, Thor, Doctor Strange, Toxic Crusader, Hyperkind, What If, Spider-Man, and Wraitheart. Also for DC Comics: JLA, Aquaman, Action Comics, Batman Confidential, Batman/Superman, Birds of Prey, Green Lantern, Justice League Unlimited, and even Scooby Doo!
Bob has also brought his abilities to Upper Deck where he has done full color Marvel art, as well as paintings for Fox's "Firefly: the Verse" 10th anniversary card set and the "Firefly Legendary" card game.
Recently, Bob has been hard at work on another batch of cards for Marvel/Upper Deck as well as bringing to life a very special comics adaptation to rock band The Dear Hunter's album: "Act II: The Meaning Of And All Things Regarding Ms. Leading."
LUKE PETRECCA
Neil Vokes has been a professional comic book artist for 39 crazy, wonderful years, beginning with the ROBOTECH MASTERS series for Comico Comics in 1984. This led to his self-published comic EAGLE, created with co-creator Rich Rankin.
Within a few years, Vokes had the honor of working for several other comic companies, both large and small.
Some of the titles include: SUPERMAN ADVENTURES; UNTOLD TALES OF SPIDER-MAN: STRANGE ENCOUNTERS; CONGORILLA; NINJAK; PARLIAMENT OF JUSTICE; THE BLACK FOREST 1 & 2 (winners of two Rondo Awards); THE WICKED WEST 1 & 2; FLESH & BLOOD 1–3; LOVE BITES; EAGLE (new); DEATH'S DARK ANGEL; DARK TALES FROM THE VOKESVERSE; and FRIGHT NIGHT (again!)—all done with American Mythology Comics.
He has also drawn illustrations for the film books IN ALL SINCERITY, PETER CUSHING by Chris Gullo and VINCENT PRICE: THE ART OF FEAR by the late Denis Meikle.
Quite a few titles have been left out due to space and humility—well, alright… just space. Vokes loves what he does and can’t imagine doing anything else… except maybe watching more movies in a single day.
TONY DIGEROLAMO (Sunday Only)
Tony is a New Jersey screenwriter, novelist, comic book writer, game designer and comedian. He is best known for his work on The Simpsons and Bart Simpson comic books. He has also been a joke writer for Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher, a scriptwriter for Space Ghost: Coast to Coast and a blogger for Comedy Central’s Indecision website. He has written screenplays including Mafioso: The Father, The Son starring Leo Rossi. His novels, Fix in Overtime and The Undercover Dragon are available through Padwolf Publishing. After publishing his own comic books (Jersey Devil, The Travelers and The Fix) with SJRP, he eventually got a publishing deal with Kenzer & Company. Kenzer published The Travelers. Tony also wrote Everknights (another Kenzer comic book), as well as the Hacklopedia of Beasts (Volumes 1 thru 8) and Slaughterhouse Indigo (an adventure for the Hackmaster RPG). He also adapted Mark Twain's Personal Reflections of Joan of Arc for Campfire. Performing in the Philly comedy scene for over ten years, Tony performed and directed such improv groups as Next Line Improv, The Cabal, The Ninjas and Bulletproof Giraffe.
Besides writing for various comedy websites, he had a long running comics review column in Knights of the Dinner Table magazine. He was the marketing director for comics publisher, Silent Devil. He is creator of Tony DiGerolamo’s Complete Mafia for d20, creator/biographer for the online webcomic, Super Frat at http://www.superfrat.com, the co-creator of the Webcomic Factory http://www.webcomicfactory.com and writer for the over two dozen webcomics on the Webcomic Factory site including Lester Crenshaw is Still Dead, Pandamodium and Tales of Pizza. He is the writer for F*ck You, I’m Italian: Why We Italians Are Awesome, from Ulysses Press. His current project is a comedy/horror novella series about the hunters of the kin of the Jersey Devil called The Pineys. You can find all his ebooks and books on Amazon and his thoughts on writing and politics on his YouTube, Bitchute, Odysee and Rumble Channels with his cohost, his dog, Joan of Arc.
Galica Graphics (Garland Holloman)
Hello and let’s Go Beyond! Garland Holloman is the lead artist of Galica Graphics. Garland started Galica Graphics as a brand to separate himself from his art but then realized that is impossible because he is his art! Garland focuses on Multimedia Arts and Creative Outlets. He believes that with art we can communicate, cope, and use its creative appeal to touch others. As a freelance artist, Garland has worked with Marvel Comics, Upper Deck, DC Comics, VIBE, and various news outlets. Garland is currently working on expanding Galica Graphics and introducing the world to Galica Galaxy, featuring his own line of heroes and villains. Garland is also looking to work with other artists to continue to grow and share knowledge as he'd like to assist other artists grow their brand and help upcoming artists when possible. Thank you for supporting Galica Graphics by liking, sharing, and reposting artwork, flyers, posts, etc.
Visit www.galicagraphics.com for more artwork, paintings, drawings, clothing art, graphics and graphic design.
VAUGHN COLEMAN
Vaughn Coleman is the writer and creator of the comic book series, Phenomenova, and the founder of Rebel Oasis Studios. He is also an editor on a wide variety of independent comic books and graphic novels, including Purity, Hunter Ninja Bear, and Star Riders.
Criss Madd is a comic artist, illustrator, and graphic designer. He had been in the design industry for over twenty years before he started making a name for himself in the indie comic book world. He is a self-taught artist who excels in finding new ways of bringing his art to life. He is a traditional penciler, who is also widening his knowledge and skill set to inks and colors. He has found his own unique style with Copic markers as well as giving his prints a particular colorful punch all his own.
He is co-creator of No Heroine and cover artist for Dead End Kids as well as being part of the Ringo nominated book Cthulhu Invades Wonderland and artist on the Ethereal comics title Underland.
While he may be working hard on several titles, he always makes time for those looking for something special. Commissions are always welcome and he approaches every project with a high level of professionalism to make sure every client comes away with a great experience and art they will love.
PHAROS CREATIVE STUDIOS - JASON PHARO (SATURDAY ONLY)
NIKO LOPEZ
Niko Lopez is an artist and illustrator.
NVYXUS
OLIVIA PARK
2026 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.
Lady J Cosplay
Lady J Nerdy Enterprises, LLC is owned by Lady J who is a Philadelphia based published Cosplayer. She believes cosplay is so important because it allows people to share experiences and express their creative/artistic sides. It also allows us to share our favorite heroes/villains and share the positive effect these stories of heroism can have on an individual. Lady J not only cosplays for those reasons but to spread Cospositivity: acceptance to all shapes, sizes, colors, genders, skill level etc. and to use it to help spread the word and fundraise for charities. This passion for charity work is why she became one of the founders and owner of the cosplay charity group known as the Philadelphia Avengers which is its own LLC. Lady J is also a member of the Philadelphia Power Rangers where she is known as Philly Yellow. This love for Power Rangers led her to help start the first all Power Ranger Convention in the Philadelphia Area, called Ranger Station where she co-owner. Ranger Station started her love for event planning and Lady J has started her own Mutant & Proud event which is an X-Men themed Hellfire Club inspired event. Also under her Enterprise is Lady J Nerdy Shop, whose mission statement is to bring geeky goodness to everyone at affordable prices and other nerdy events and Lady J Vintage Wear, whose mission is to bring geeky goodness to retro fashion.
Pizza Planet Delivery Shuttle
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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 2026 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
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Kids events
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Online Registration is now open!
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 9 a.m. on the Boardwalk at the Music Pier, and the out-and-back course goes down the Boardwalk. An awards ceremony is at 10:00 a.m. inside the Pier. Entry in the one-mile event entitles all 12-and-unders to participate in the Super Hero running events at 9:30 a.m. 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: 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk). Kids event 9am - 9:30am. Same hours for pre-registered packet pickup (race day only).
Super Hero Run registration fees: $20 for 13-and-overs and $15 for 12-and-unders through April 9, 2026. Race-day registration is $25 for 13-and-overs and $20 for 12-and-unders. Registration for 12-and-unders includes both the 1 Mile Run and kids distances.
Obstacle Dash registration fees: $15 for 12-and-unders through April 9, 2026. Race-day registration is $20.
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 CATEGORIESSuper 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
If bad weather the kids events will be held inside the 6th St Civic Center. 9:30am - 11:30am.
JOIN THE FUN AS A RACE VOLUNTEER! Please complete this volunteer form if you can help out in any way.
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