Category: Fan Conventions

At Nola Nerd Couple, fan conventions are our passion. We attend fan conventions across the Gulf Coast, Houston, and beyond—including California, Illinois, and the UK—always sharing reports from a fan’s perspective. Our ComicCon-ing 101 series helps newcomers navigate the world of fan conventions with confidence. Since our daughter joined us in 2018, our coverage also highlights the joys and challenges of experiencing fan conventions as a family,  from stroller strategies to meeting celebrities and exploring the vendor halls with a curious elementary schooler.

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Star Wars Celebration 2025 Announcements!

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Star Wars Celebration 2025 announcements reignite a fan’s passion for the galaxy far, far away and have us planning for future celebrations. While life and family commitments temporarily limited my engagement with the franchise, exciting reveals about The Mandalorian’s theatrical release, Ryan Gosling joining Star Wars: Starfighter, and Andor Season 2’s premiere have drawn me back in. Most importantly, the announcement of Star Wars Celebration LA 2027 has our family considering making it our daughter’s first Celebration experience.

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Andy Serkis New Orleans Appearance Headlines FanExpoNOLA!

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Major Get for Lord of the Rings Fans! Following Last Year’s Hobbits Reunion… Award-winning actor Andy Serkis is set to make his first-ever New Orleans convention appearance at FAN EXPO New Orleans, which will run January 10-12, 2025, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Known worldwide for his remarkable… Learn more about Andy Serkis New Orleans Appearance Headlines FanExpoNOLA!

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