SAN DIEGO—For the first time since 2019, the San Diego Convention Center welcomed Comic-Con International back to its halls July 21, with Mayor Todd Gloria helping to kick off the event.
“Today marks the beginning of an iconic event that is eagerly anticipated every year, where fans and stars alike convene to share their love of comics, video games, movies, and pop culture,” Gloria said. “Comic-Con is the definition of big city energy, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across the world.
“To San Diegans, this isn’t just some big, star-studded annual event; Comic-Con is part of the fabric of our city—and it helps us fund services like parks and libraries, street repair, and more,” he said….