SHELL CON MANIA

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC+10:00

Location

Shellharbour City Stadium | Wollongong, NS

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Join us for SHELL CON MANIA.

An awesome Comic Con experience, taking place in our very own backyard of the beautiful Shellharbour, Illawarra Region of NSW and bought to you by Illawarra’s Super Hero Party Hire – Illawarra’s Friendly Neighbourhood Spidey and Sponsoring KIDSWISH with each ticket Sold!
Sponsored By Illustris Models, Ethereal Love Images, GongLUG & Grimdark Gaming. With Special Guests & Support from South Coast Cosplayers.
Dive into a day filled with Cosplay Mania, Art, Pop Culture and interactive entertainment.
Spidey Gwen’s Cosplay Extravaganza:
Showcase your Favorite characters from Pop Culture and compete in our Cosplay Competitions ON A BIG STAGE for a chance to win exciting prizes and Trophies Sponsored by Illustris Models. With a few unique Age Categories and a Group All in Showcase!
BEE’S Fun Zone
A FREE 360° Video Camera and Photo Prop Wall Presented by Showtime Photo Booth and Supported by Ethereal Love Images.
Capture your stunning cosplay in immersive 360° video, which you can immediately upload to your mobile devices and social media platforms.
Snap memorable photos in front of the Photo wall with our Professional photographers of Ethereal Love Images who will also be capturing the days Cosplay Comps and Events.
Lego interactive Exhibit:
Sponsored by GongLUG. Marvel at intricate Lego creations and meet the builders behind them. Interact with a fun Lego wall and shop all things LEGO.
Pinball Machines Sponsored by Illawarra Pinball Club.
Challenge your skills and enjoy some classic arcade fun, a seriously awesome Blast from the Past!
Face Painting by Sparkles & Thrills.
Music, Sound and DJ Provided by Destination Dance Floor.

SPIDEY’S WEB OF WEIRD AND WONDERFUL
Discover unique artwork and collectibles from talented local and visiting artists from around Australia including our very own Mad Dog Ink. (Madi) Who designed our event poster art!
Vendor’s of all shapes and sizes selling everything from Pop Culture, Collectables, Homewares, Clothing, Accessories and more.
I AM GROOT (LOTS OF FOOD)
Tons of Exciting Food and Drink Vendors to Satisfy your hunger while you’re in or out of costume, inside and outside the hall!
Whether you're a seasoned Comic Con attendee or a first-timer, SHELL CON MANIA promises a day of fun, fandom, and fantastic entertainment. Don't miss out on this spectacular event!
SHELL CON MANIA Will be A Ticketed Cosplay Event and Shellharbour City Stadium will have allocation limits so get your tickets as soon as they become available. Visit and stay up to date at WWW.FRIENDLYNEIGHBOURHOODSPIDEY.COM and Register for UPDATES and for when TICKETS GO LIVE!
Get ready to unleash your inner geek and celebrate pop culture in style at Illawarra’s own Indoor Comic Con!
SHELL CON MANIA August 16th in 2025!
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Where is it happening?

Shellharbour City Stadium, Croom Rd,Wollongong,NSW,Australia

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