Not at Comic Con 2025 – A Superman-Sized Celebration

Saturday, July 26 • 11AM–3PM • Packrat Comics – Hilliard, OH

While the world flocks to San Diego for Comic Con, we’re throwing a celebration right here in Hilliard that’s just as epic—and way closer to home.
Join us for Not at Comic Con 2025, a Superman-themed spectacular packed with exclusive giveaways, cosplay, collectibles, and community fun.

What to Expect:

Free swag bags for the first 50 fans in line

Scratch-off ticket with every purchase – win a CGC 9.8 Action Comics #1 facsimile, Krypto reprints, and other super surprises

Artist Alley full of a super variety of creators

Superman-themed festivities to honor the Man of Steel and his brand-new movie

Nearly 100 vaulted and chase Funko POPs released from the Packrat vault

A classic comic con line experience – complete with bonus giveaways along the way

Super Deals All Day Long – exclusive in-store discounts, surprise markdowns, and heroic savings

Special Guests

We’re assembling a league of talented creators and cosplayers to help make the day unforgettable:

Artists & Writers

Alex Clark - Alex M Clark is a Creative Director by day and Illustrator by night and lived in Pickeringon, Ohio for the past 22 years. He has worked on many indie comic projects such as anthologies and stand alone issues and is the creator of his own self-published comic series Lost in the Shuffle. Alex has also illustrated four children's books and visited many local elementaries in the Columbus area for speaking engagements.    For more information, please visit www.alexmclarkart.com or find Alex on various social media platforms @alexmclark78

Matthew Spurlock - Although his original career goals both included constructing a lightsaber and joining the rebellion against the Empire, Matthew Spurlock turned down adventure and decided to go to art school. Since earning his BFA at the Columbus College of Art and Design, Matthew made a career as a freelance illustrator and spends his time creating alternative movie posters. He now sets his sights upon the world of tabletop gaming, aspiring to get his foot into the door of Magic the Gathering.

Anna Vigorito - "A. "Junior" Vigorito is an animated illustrator, art educator and expert of unexpected cute. Junior has created and published several comics online such as Growing Up Gerudo and The Divine Intervention."

James Frank Bailey - Frank James Bailey is a voice actor, writer, and creator of the Tercona comic book series. Since 2015, Frank has brought the world of Tercona to life—an action-packed comic series for kids and teens—with the dream of turning it into an animated show. Learn more at www.Tercona.com.  Frank has also written a few novels that are geared more toward adults. The Taming of April, the Olivia Wrestling trilogy, and this fall Frank is stepping into darker territory with his upcoming horror-thriller novel, Azreal: The Story of Steve James, releasing in September 2025. A chilling blend of suspense, grief, and mystery, Azreal explores how far one man will go to uncover the truth, even if it means facing his own demons.  Whether it’s comics for kids or thrillers for adults, Frank writes with heart, humor, and a passion for unforgettable characters.  

Michael Watson - Michael Watson is a comic book artist, writer, creator, and proud alum of the Columbus College of Art & Design (Illustration, Class of 2004). He’s the founder of Freestyle Komics, a Columbus-based indie comic book label with over 14 titles and 40+ published issues in a shared superhero universe.  Known across the industry as MostEPIC—The Most Enthusiastic Person in Comics—Michael brings unmatched energy to everything he does. That same passion powers his long-running podcast and live drawing show, Chat and Draw, where he spotlights fellow creators and their characters. With over 300 episodes and counting, Michael Watson is all about building community, celebrating creativity, and making comics EPIC. Michael Watson MostEPICart / Publisher/Founder & Lead Artist of Freestyle Komics / Host of Chat and Draw  

Crafters & Painters

Craftea Chaos! -Kim  is the maker behind Craftea Chaos! She's a SAHM - aka Chaos Coordinator - to her 3 kids (8 year old twins and 2.5 year singleton).  She was taught to crochet by her Aunt, when she was a freshman in high school (more than 20 years ago)! Since then, crochet has always been a craft she would find herself coming back to - but up until 2023, She would only crochet squares or rectangles (i.e. blankets/scarves), that was when her kids started asking if she could make them toys... and she hasn't stopped since!   Stay up to date where you can find her here -  and see what kind of stuffies you can expect to see by following along on instagram (@crafteachaos)

Dragon Skull Studios - Kraig Pritchett, a miniature painter who loves bringing tiny figures to life, specializing in detailed, hand-painted miniatures for tabletop games, display, and commission work. With a focus on craftsmanship and allowing each mini to stand out, helping characters and armies to life—one brushstroke at a time. Whether it’s Warhammer, D&D, or custom sculpts, he love turning tiny figures into dynamic, eye-catching pieces. When he's not painting, he's testing new techniques, building terrain, or collaborating with fellow hobbyists. From beginners to seasoned collectors, he works closely with clients to deliver personalized, high-quality work that elevates every game or display shelf.

Cosplay

Squared Circle Cosplay - Squared Circle Cosplay a group of Ohio based wrestling cosplayers who band together to cosplay some of their favorite wrestlers and hopefully some of yours too! Get ready to get your picture with them and replica championship belts.

FuzzyFrogFurSuits - Fuzzy Frog FurSuits is a fursuit making and art producing company where we take your characters and bring them to life whether in art or suit form!

SWAG BAGS

Free swag bags for the first 50 fans in line

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Packrat Comics, Hilliard, Ohio
Admission: Free

Bring your cape, bring your friends, and bring your best superhero spirit. Whether you’re hunting for grails, snagging exclusives, or just here for the fun, Not at Comic Con is your hometown hero of summer events.