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City of Oaks Comicbook Odyssey

A journey through panels, pages, and pop culture

Application Under Review

🎉 Welcome to the COCO Application Phase!

Thank you for submitting your COCO 2026 Exhibitor Application!
We’re excited that you want to be part of Raleigh’s first City of Oaks Comicbook Odyssey.

Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee exhibitor space. Our team carefully curates the hall to create the best mix of artists, vendors, and pop culture experiences for attendees.

🎉 What Happens Next

  • Application Review
    Our team will review your application to ensure a balanced and engaging exhibitor hall.                                                                                             
  • Timeline
    You can expect to hear from us within 1–2 weeks of your application submission.                                                                                                       
  • Notification
    You’ll be notified by email regarding the status of your application.

🎉 If Approved

You will receive:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

  • A confirmation email.                                                                                                                                                                     
  • Payment instructions and deadline (payment must be made promptly to secure your space).
  • Access to the Exhibitor Info Packet, including load-in details, hotel options, marketing materials, and more.

🎉 If Not Approved

Unfortunately, space is limited and not all applications can be accepted. If your application is not approved this year:                                                                     

  • You’ll receive a notification via email.
  • We encourage you to stay connected for future events and opportunities.

🎉 While You Wait

 

Get a head start on preparing for COCO:
 
  • Gather your marketing materials (logos, banners, product photos).     
  • Think about exclusive items or offers you might feature at COCO.
  • Comic book shops, large collection vendors, and fandom merch sellers: Take a look at our celebrity guest and guest artist lineup. Consider how your inventory aligns with their work or fandoms—this can help maximize sales and create stronger connections with attendees.
  • Follow our Facebook page and Instagram page to stay in the loop.

🎉 Stay Connected

Follow us for updates, guest announcements, and exhibitor resources:                                                                                                                            

  • @CityofOaksComicbookOdyssey-COCO
  • go2cococomiccon                                                                                                                                                                                                          
We’re looking forward to reviewing your application and, hopefully, welcoming you to COCO 2026!

Who's Joining us at COCO 2026?

Special Celebrity Guest

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Meet Ciara Renée, one of our special celebrity guests at COCO: City of Oaks Comicbook Odyssey! 🌟 Join us at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel, February 20–22, 2026, for panels, signings, and unforgettable moments with stars from your favorite shows and comics.

Ciara Renee

Multidisciplinary Performer &
Fan-favorite DC actress
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Guest Artists & Fandom Legend
 

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Bob McLeod

Master Penciler & Inker
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Joe Rubinstein

Master Inker
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Jamal Igle

Guest Artist
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Andy Smith

Guest Artist
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Bo Hampton

Guest Artist
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Pierre-Alexandre Comtois

Guest Artist
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Bill Maus

Guest Artist
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Lexx Truss

Guest Filmmaker
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Karen Whitfield

Fandom Legend
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Special Guest:  Industry Educator

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D.R. 'SOLO' GAYLESON

Professional Artist, Animator, &
Director of Ka-Pow!!
The Comic Art Academy
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