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 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.
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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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