With Christmas fast approaching, MCM Birmingham Comic Con is set to transform the NEC into a festive fandom playground from Friday 28th to Sunday 30th November. Packed with holiday-themed activities, cosplay, games, workshops and entertainment for all ages, this year’s event is shaping up to be the perfect winter day out for families.
Festive Fun for All Ages
MCM Birmingham continues its reputation as the UK’s go-to destination for geek culture — and this year, it’s adding extra holiday sparkle. Families with young children will be pleased to know that kids under four go free, with discounted tickets available for those aged 10 and under. Plus, the dedicated Treehouse family zone makes it easy for parents and little ones to enjoy a safe, creative and festive environment.
Tickets and further event details can be found via the official MCM Comic Con website.
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What’s On at MCM Birmingham Comic Con 2025?
🔧 Project Dalek – All Weekend
Doctor Who fans can dive into Project Dalek, a special zone featuring:
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Hands-on educational sessions on building and operating a working Dalek
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A Doctor Who cosplay catwalk
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Themed games and crafts
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A festive Dalek snowball fight (yes, really)
Perfect for families and Whovians alike, this area delivers science, creativity and fandom in one immersive space.
Festive Pottery Colouring – The Hangout (All Weekend)
Kids can design and decorate their own festive ceramics — no experience needed. Just pick up a brush and let the seasonal creativity flow.
Kids’ Festive Arts and Crafts – The Treehouse (All Weekend)
Expect non-stop creativity as the Treehouse transforms into a winter workshop with:
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Free craft activities
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Holiday-themed art stations
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A fun, party-like atmosphere for families
The Discount Comedy Checkout – The Treehouse (Friday, 1pm)
The award-winning improv group brings an interactive, family-friendly comedy show where kids’ ideas fuel the entire performance. Young audience members can take part in games on stage — and challenge the performers with imaginative story prompts.
Musical Story Hour with Elphaba – The Treehouse (Saturday, 2pm)
Join Laura Scarlett as Elphaba for a magical storytelling session, sing-along moments and a sprinkle of green-themed enchantment. A must-see for Wicked fans.
Kids Cosplay Showcase – The Treehouse (Saturday, 12pm)
Time for mini-heroes and tiny cosplayers to shine. Children under 12 can hop on stage, show off their costume, and strike their best pose.
No sign-up required — simply arrive between 11:50–12:00pm.
Festive Morning Mayhem – Live Stage (Saturday 9:45am & Sunday 10:30am)
Kick off your Comic Con morning with high-energy holiday chaos including games, challenges and on-stage shenanigans. Whether you compete or watch, it’s guaranteed to start the day with a laugh.
Chibi Christmas Characters Workshop – Pop Asia (Saturday & Sunday, 2:30pm)
Learn how to draw your own adorable chibi-style festive mascots. This workshop blends manga art with Christmas charm — ideal for young artists and anime fans.
Perfect Holiday Day Out for Geeky Families
With creative workshops, live shows, themed zones and cosplay opportunities, MCM Birmingham Comic Con offers families a magical way to kick off the festive season. Whether you’re raising the next generation of geeks or celebrating your own fandoms, there’s something for everyone at the NEC this November.
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About MCM Comic Con:
MCM Comic Con London is Europe’s largest fan convention, held at Excel London twice yearly since 2002, usually on the last weekend in May and October. The show is produced by ReedPop and welcomes tens of thousands of fans every year. At MCM Comic Con, attendees can expect to find everything from celebrity panels and exclusive premiers, to cosplay, comic book writing workshops, independent artists, live action role play. All these features, and more, make MCM Comic Con the ultimate celebration of pop and geek culture.
For more information visit: mcmcomiccon.com
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About ReedPop:
ReedPop is a boutique group within RX – one of the world’s leading event organisers. Launched in 2006, the group has become the number one producer of pop culture events globally and a full-service digital content provider and media company. Delivering once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences curated specifically for localised audiences, ReedPop currently features events in North America, Europe and Asia, including MCM Comic Con, Eurogamer Expo (EGX), New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), PAX West, East, and Unplugged, Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), Star Wars Celebration, MagicCon, and more. In addition to organising and managing events, ReedPop owns and operates the pop culture news site, Popverse, which is the exclusive home for livestreams from all of ReedPop’s major comic cons. The staff at ReedPop are a fan-based group of professionals uniquely qualified to build and serve the communities with whom they share a common passion. (www.reedpop.com)
