In The News & Reviews
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11.08.2024 – WMGE News: Kids Con Coming to Maine
11.01.2024 – WJBQ 97.9: Lightsabers, Superheroes & More1 Kids Con New England Lands in Maine
5.13.23 – WMUR: 8th Annual Kids Con New England Inspires Creativity and Learning Through Comics
5.13.23 – Union Leader: Kids Con in Concord, NH Inspires
5.03.23 – Hippo Press: Superhero Season – Kids Get Their Own Comic Con at Kids Con New England
5.18.22 – Concord Monitor: New England’s Favorite Comic Con for Kids Returns to NH!
5.18.22 – Hippo Press: Kids Con New England returns to NH in person May 21
5.10.22 – Concord Patch: Kids Con New England Comic Con for Kids Returns
2.22.22 – Union Leader: Exploding indie comic book scene draws kids and adults alike
11.13.21 – News Center Maine: Kids Con New England promotes art education and literacy for kids
11.13.21 – WGME News: Kids Con New England comic con for kids makes return to South Portland!
8.13.20 – Kids Con New England wins Best Family / Kids Event in the Hippo’s Best of 2020 Reader’s Poll!
4.07.20 – Kids Con New England announces Kids Con Online free comic con event, premiering May 16-17, 2020!
11.12.19 – Kids Con New England Comes to Maine! Feature on News Center Maine
11.01.19 – Kids Con is Coming and Why it’s Happening is SO Cool! Article on portlandkidscalendar.com
6.3.19 – Kids Con New England Featured on NH Chronicle WMUR-TV, Watch Full Episode
5.20.19 – Comics Come Alive: 4th Annual Kids Con New England Wows
5.15.19 – Hippo Press: A Younger Comic Crowd, Kids Con New England Brings Cosplay, Gaming & More
5.12.19 – Nashua Telegraph: Calling All Superheroes! Comic Book Characters, Superheroes Headed to Nashua for 4th Annual Kids Con New England: Article Part 1 – Article Part 2
5.10.19 – Cabinet Press News: 4th Annual Kids Con New England
5.8.19 – Early Late Night Show Live Interview
5.8.19 – Gate City Chronicles Interview
3.2.19 – 4th Annual Kids Con New England Commercial
6.10.18 – Nashua Telegraph: Comic books come to life at Kids Con New England
6.10.18 – WMUR News: Kids Con Attracts Young Comic Book Fans, Kids Con New England 2018
6.08.18 – GeekMom: Kids Love Cons Too – Article about Kids Con New England
6.07.18 – Hippo Press: A Con of their Own, Kids Focused Comic Convention Returns
5.01.18 – Kids Con New England 2018 Commercial
6.12.17 – Nashua Telegraph: Characters of Comic Book Fame Come to Life at Kids Con New England Nashua, NH
6.11.17 – WMUR News Coverage: Kids Con New England 2017
6.8.17 – Hippo Press: Kids Comic Craze, Kids Con New England returns
6.7.17 – Nashua Telegraph Article: Kids Con New England Family Fun with Comic Books
5.25.17 – Kids Con New England 2017 commerical
5.1.17 – Welcome to NH’s comic book world! Parenting NH Article Interview with Kids Con New England
5.1.17 – Kids Con NE Feature in Subaru Magazine
4.12.17 – Kids Con NE on the Block City Blockade Podcast
6.11.16 – WMUR News Coverage: Next generation of comic book fans attends Kids Con New England 2016
6.9.16 – Kids Con New England feature in the Hippo, page 51
6.7.16 – Get Ready for the First Kids Con New England, feature in the Concord Insider
6.1.16 – Kids Con New England featured in the Boston Globe
6.1.16 – Kids Con New England feature in Parenting NH Magazine
5.28.16 – Reading the True Value of Comic Books, Kids Con NE feature in the NH Union Leader
5.24.16 – Kids Con NE featured as Editor’s Choice in New Hampshire Magazine
5.9.16 – Kids Cone NE’s Emily Drouin interview on the Boggis Hour
12.2.15 – Kids Con New England featured in Business NH Magazine
10.22.15 – Kids Con New England at Portland Comic Expo
9.27.15 – New England Comic Con Reviews Kids Con at Granite State Comic Con
9.10.15 – Concord Monitor article Kids Con New England at Granite State Comic Con
7.23.15 – Kids Love Comics Feature Comic Book Artist & Kids Con Director Emily Drouin
12.2.14 – Watch Con Men’s Interview with Kids Con Director Emily Drouin
11.17.14 – Emily Drouin talks about Kids Con at Granite State Comic Con!
5.7.14 – Hippo Feature of Emily Drouin Running Kids Con at the Rock Comic Expo
“Fantastic event for kiddos! (and adults!) Completely kiddo friendly, affordable, comfortable and entertaining. ALL of the cosplayers, vendors, staff, authors…everyone, were not only accessible, but enthusiastic and engaging with kids. I brought my niece and nephew (7 years and 4 years old) and they had an incredible experience! I certainly hope this becomes a yearly event for them!” – Parent at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“Beyond an amazing event. As a vendor we have never been treated better. The staff where all extremely great. One staffer was above and beyond helpful and simple amazing, believe his name was Jason. So great to see all the smiles on kids faces!” – Vendor at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“The value is terrific! Affordable and worth every penny!! I thought we’d be there an hour….six hours of fun!!!” – Parent at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“My 5 year old daughter told us it was the best day of her life. I can’t think of a better recommendation than that!” – Parent at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“We had a blast at Kids Con! We have attended PortCon several times, and had always wished there were a bit more for our youngest daughter to do. Kids Con provided just about everything we had hoped for in bringing her. Outstanding event!” – Parent at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“It was fantastic! I was most impressed by how all involved were so focused on making kids of all ages happy. Everyone was so engaging and accommodating. Loved it! Kids loved it!” – Parent at Kids Con Portland, 2019
“I had a toddler and preteen and they both had fun. Best family event we have been to this year. It was also fun for me as an artist and my older son who also is an artist was wishing this event was every weekend. My toddler still has his monkey balloon as his current best toy. I give you 10/10 stars.” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2019
“Kids Con was so much fun! My kids were having so much fun that they were so well behaved and focused. this event was both family and sensory friendly and never lost focus from the kids. the characters were great and kid oriented and involved with my kids everytime we would meet a new one or reencounter another. the price was great for both entry and vendors. the activities were spot on and it was well organized so you had an opportunity to do something later if you missed it the first time around. We only planned to stay a couple hours and we stayed for 6, we can’t wait until next year!
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“Had a blast meeting everyone! I thought all the people who were dressed as characters were great with the kids! My daughter loved meeting her favorite Disney characters!! Thank you it’s now going to be an annual event for my family!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2019
“Another amazing event! 3rd year we’ve been and keeps getting better! Super Heart Girl had a blast!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2019
“A great family fun event! Lots of amazing artwork to be seen from comic book artists there, lots of fun kid activities, and a great turn out of families in costumes! We particularly liked the board game room where attendees could try out unreleased board games and even sometimes purchase them! Our group of kids really enjoyed this! Overall it was a wonderful and unique way to spend the day with the family. Highly recommend! Great location too right off of the main road, easy to find and ample parking. Lodging onsite and plenty to do within a short driving distance if you wish to make a weekend of it!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2018
“As soon as you walk in there are multitudes of cosplayers, all smiling and taking pictures with wide-eyed children who are over the moon as they meet their superhero idols. With activities such as a Jedi Training, the Royal Academy, and a Pirate Camp (not to mention Ghost-busting Fun, face-painting, a costume contest, and a Magical Sing-Along and Story Time), it’s no wonder that the amazement and energy permeate the halls. And that is comic book artist & Kids Con creator Emily’s favorite part. “I love seeing kids light up when they discover new comics and seeing their creativity in workshops. We’re inspiring the next generation of comic book creators!” – GeekMom.com at Kids Con New England, 2018
“Kids Con New England is unlike any comic book convention I have ever attended. The organizer of the event did an amazing job putting this together. There was a sizable vendors room, which was laid-out and set-up very nicely. There were kid-themed panels and activities from start to finish. You could have your face painted or get a balloon animal. The program handout was AMAZING (complete with kids activities like a word search featuring all of the attending artists’ creations). And the costume contest was heartwarming to watch. The event (in its third year) was well organized, and very well attended, thanks to Emily’s hard work, thoughtfulness, and excellent promotional campaign. The Kids Con staff and cosplayers were very helpful and always nice. We need more cons like this one in this world. We can’t wait to go back next year!” – Vendor at Kids Con New England, 2018
“I had an amazing experience cosplaying there greeting kids and adults, seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces. The con was put together very well and professionally ran. I would love to cosplay for them again next year!” – Guest at Kids Con New England, 2018
“What an awesome con! From Ghostbusters, to pirates, and all the artists, vendors and tables, this was an awesome con for kids of all ages. This event has a lot of activities that kids will enjoy. A fun, well run event!” – Attendee at Kids Con New England, 2018
“Kids Con was a fantastic experience. The artists were cordial and engaging, the venue was helpful and accommodating, and the characters actors did a fantastic job. The Jedi Training in particular was done with aplomb. Great event!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Just wanted to reach out and thank the Kids Con for such a fun event. The environment was warm and friendly and you couldn’t ask for nicer families. All the kids rocked the Jedi Training!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Kids con is amazing! This was our second year and we can’t wait to go back. Perfect for kids of all ages.” – Parent at Kids Con New England 2017
“Kids Con was truly a joy! There were activities for my son who is 9 and for me. There were also items for sale that ranged from art all the way to science. The events offered were upbeat and I learned something everywhere we went. The Jedi training, Pirates Cove, and Pokémon tournament were our favorite and kept us engaged and bouncing all over. My son and I definitely want to come back next year!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“My 8 year old and 6 year old had a fantastic time at Kids Con! There were so many workshops and fun activities for them. It was a great way to introduce them to the fun of a comic con, but in a just-for-kids format. They are already looking forward to next year!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Kids Con is one of those rare events that has something for everyone! Children (and adults) of all ages can find something entertaining and educational to do at Kids Con! The character performers were all spot-on and really interacted and talked to each child as if they were the star of the day! The event hosted a variety of panels and activities, including interactive story-times with their favorite princesses and a Jedi training class with lightsaber training! Kids even got to be part of an instructional class on creating your own animated character! Lots of fun and we will definitely bring the kids back! Looking forward to the next event!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“By far one of my favorite cons in new England! I love that it is centered around kids. Everyone that works and volunteers there is friendly and puts the kids first.” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Kids Con New England was a great family friendly event. My daughter and I had a great time learning about the artistry of creating comics and met a number of up and coming comic book artists! We’ll be back next year!” – Vendor at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Loved it! We had a great time as a vendor! They took great care of us, tons of customers and lots of happy people! Can’t wait for next year! To infinity and beyond!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“As a family, we are new to the Cons. My children have become big into the characters, and my daughter has become a happy reader. Comics seems to excite her because of both the writing and the drawing. The stories, the pictures, all takes us to new worlds. The best part of Kids Con, is it comes to life. You meet the creators, and it becomes real. Then that ignites a fire of possibility. We have come to love the comic family and supporting the comic community. Keep up the great work.” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2017
“Very well done! My 3 daughters had an awesome time and they were still talking about it at bed time. The vendors were all appropriate and engaging. The drawing activities were very cool and the kids loved Jedi training. The kids kept talking about how funny he was and it was great for them to get the energy out.” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2016
“Thank you for a fantastically fun day! My kids (boy age 8 and girl almost 4) loved everything. There’s something for all age groups: princess academy, Q&A with superheroes (my 8-year-old son loved that!!), tons of vendors and characters of all kinds. The event venue was great too – with kid-friendly and inexpensive food options as well. We can’t wait for next year!!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2016
“Our kids were thrilled with all there was to do, and they loved the characters who were so friendly to them. Thank you for a great day!” – Parent at Kids Con New England, 2016
“We had a great time today! The kids had a lot of fun, and enjoyed all the drawing, coloring comic pages, and Star Wars (lightsaber fights, and R2D2). The artists and creators that you picked to be on artist alley were spectacular.” – Parent at Kids Con New England 2016
“Kids Con is awesome!! It’s hard to raise good nerds if you take them to a con and there is no place for them! We love Kids Con!” – Parent at Kids Con New England 2016