All posts by: granitecon

Big Dumb Robot Con is back!

Tired of your robot friends gathering dust in the workshop? Unlike cosplayers who strut their stuff, bot builders often lack the opportunity to showcase their hard work to the public. But fear not, because Big Dumb Robot Con is here to change that!   Join us at SNHU Arena to marvel at an array of […]

Please welcome, Ed Smith!

It’s New Comic Book Day, and that means a new Comic Book Guest! Please welcome, Ed Smith!   Ed Smith is a New Hampshire-based comic book artist and cartoonist known for his dynamic storytelling and distinctive art style. With over a decade of experience in the local comic scene, he has contributed to a variety […]

Please welcome, the Ghostbusters!

Please welcome our next guests — Ghostbusters of Maine & New Hampshire!   The Ghostbusters of Maine & New Hampshire are a volunteer fan group, comprised of friends that have the utmost love for everything Ghostbusters. Established in 2010, we collect funds to support local charities, primarily supporting The Center for Grieving Children. We also […]

Welcome to the Idolverse!

Granitecon, get ready to enter the Idolverse!   This idol showcase is a non-competitive performance featuring cosplayers from idol fandoms of all genres. Groups will practice and audition to perform for a live audience, and typically involves dancing and sometimes singing. Idol showcases are a way to pay tribute to Japanese idol culture and promote […]

Please welcome, John Marron!

Graniteers, please our next guest — gaming creator, John Marron!   John is a freelance TTRPG editor who works primarily on translated games from European publishers such as Free League, Acheron Press, and Two little Mice, among others. He got his first RPG for Christmas in 1976, and has been playing them ever since.   […]

99 Days To Go!

Only 99 days to go until Granitecon 2025! And, we’re not done with announcements yet! We have more Guests, Events, Panels & Artists, to tell you about! Stay tuned… Guests: www.granitecon.com/guests/ Tickets: www.granitecon.com/buy-tickets/ Hotels: www.granitecon.com/hotels/ #granitestatecomiccon #granitecon #granitecon2025

Please welcome, Rich Woodall!

It’s New Comic Book Day, and that means a newComic Book Guest! Please welcome, Rich Woodall!   Rich has worked as writer, artist, colorist, letterer, and designer for Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Mad Cave, Image Comics, and in 2020 he was Co-Founder/Co-Publisher of the successful Horror/Sci-Fi Comic Imprint, Black Caravan   Guests: www.granitecon.com/guests/ Tickets: www.granitecon.com/buy-tickets/ […]

Fan Panels!

We want you to be part of Granitecon! We’re looking for folks who want to share their fandoms in a 45 min. to one-hour panel or workshop. Now’s your chance to connect with other fans, share your passion, and dive deeper into your favorite fandom!Fill out the Granite State Comicon Panel Submission form here: www.granitecon.com/applications/Guests: www.granitecon.com/guests/Tickets: www.granitecon.com/buy-tickets/#Granitecon #Granitecon2025 #granitestatecom #fanpanels #Panels

Please welcome, 501st NEG & Alderaan Base!

Please welcome, the 501st New England Garrison and Alderaan Base!   The New England Garrison and Alderaan Base are made up of local fans who own movie-quality costumes of characters from all over the Star Wars universe as seen in movies, television, and more. Together they make appearances at events across the region to help […]

Costume Contest Registration

Attention Cosplayers: Our Costume Contest Registration is open!Now in its 16th year, our contest will feature cash and prizes valued at over $2,500!For Rules & Registration: www.granitecon.com/costume-contest/(The annual contest is for ages 13 and older, Kids Costume Contest information will be available soon!)Tickets: www.granitecon.com/buy-tickets/Guests: https://www.granitecon.com/guests/#Granitecon #Granitecon2025 #GraniteStateComicon #Cosplay #costumecontest