Omaha’s Comic Con marks a decade at the Mid-America Center

Thousands are expected to attend Omaha's Comic Con this weekend in Council Bluffs, celebrating a decade of costumes, vendors, and creativity.

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Omaha’s Comic Con marks 10 years at the Mid-America Center

OMAHA, Neb. —

Thousands of people are expected to gather this weekend at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs for Omaha’s Comic Con, also known as O-Con, as the event celebrates its 10th anniversary.

The event is packed with costumes, vendors, and all things creative, showcasing the growth and popularity of the comic and entertainment scene.

“We have comics, we have pop culture, voice actors, actors, Oscar-winning actors all here at the Mid-America Center,” said Matthew Fujaf.

O-Con runs through Sunday, and attendees are encouraged to wear costumes if they have one.

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