Attend Comic Con 2025 at the Guelph Public Library
A family-friendly celebration of comics, cosplay and fandom
July 22, 2025 - Guelph, ON – The Guelph Public Library’s Comic Con event returns to the Main Library (100 Norfolk Street) on Saturday, August 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. After last year’s success, this year’s event will feature activities and exhibits now spanning both the first and second floors.
This all-ages event is a must for fans of comics, art, and pop culture. Meet comic book writers and illustrators, play games, shop local vendors, and snap a photo with costumed heroes. Visit the second floor from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. for temporary tattoos and wear your best cosplay outfits for our cosplay contest in the Program Room on the second floor from 12 to 1 p.m.
Vendors will include:
"Following the success of our first ever Library Comic Con last year, we are excited to announce an expanded event for this year. In addition to featuring local graphic novelists, the event also includes fantasy authors, board games, role-playing games, craft vendors, and a cosplay contest, offering a broader range of activities for fans and community members of all ages,” says event organizer, Ben Lorimer, Children’s Librarian at Guelph Public Library.
Special guests
Paulus Linnaeus
Paulus is a multifaceted author, professor, and adventurer with a rich background as a doctor, military instructor, parachutist, and scuba diver. His global experiences and diverse lives infuse his stories with a unique perspective. He is the acclaimed creator of The Demonhuntress, a graphic novel series known for its serious dramatic and literary suspense, reminiscent of classic gothic works like Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Paulus is set to debut his latest graphic novella at this year's Comic Con!
Vanessa Ricci-Thode
Vanessa is a Nebula Award-winning adult and middle-grade fantasy author. Her books often contain dragons, magic, powerful women, non-traditional moms, queer characters, and hopeful themes. Her life as an author is deeply intertwined with the literary world, and she has volunteered for multiple writers' organizations. Chat with this author and pick up your next exciting summer read!
Emilia Strilchuk
Emilia, a queer and autistic artist and comic book writer, was born and raised in Ukraine and now resides in Ontario. Her art delves into the depth and diversity of human experiences. Her first graphic novel Be Yourself! Oh, Not Like That is an autobiographical comic about her challenges throughout life and trying to find who she is. She has two other graphic novels in the works. Be sure to meet this up-and-coming graphic novelist!
For more information
Ben Lorimer, Children’s Librarian
Guelph Public Library
548-855-0477
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