GatorVerse Comic Con

About the event

Lafayette’s new one-day comic con, with celebrity guests, comic artists, vendors, a One Piece and Pokemon TCG tournament, cosplay, and family-friendly fandom fun.

Dates

Jul 17, 2027 · 9:00 AM - Jul 17, 2027 · 5:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Heymann Performing Arts Center

1373 S College Rd, Lafayette, Louisiana 70503-2909, United States

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

1 active application

Vendor Booths and Artist Tables

Deadline: Jun 01, 2027

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General Information:

GatorVerse Comic Con takes place Saturday, July 17, 2027, at the Heymann Center in Lafayette, Louisiana. Use this application to request an inline booth, a corner booth, or an Artist Alley table. Our Vendor Team reviews every application, and approved applicants are invoiced for their space. Founder’s Pricing is available to early vendors while space lasts. Booths and tables are limited, and submitting an application does not guarantee a space.

What’s Included:

Tables and chairs are not included with booths. You may bring your own or add an 8' table and two chairs for $15. Please review our Vendor Terms before applying. All payments are final. If you cancel by May 18, 2027, your payment converts to a credit toward a future GatorVerse event.

Accepted Vendor Categories

Comics & Pop-Culture Collectibles: comics, graphic novels, statues, and collectibles
General Fandom Merch & Apparel: shirts, pins, patches, posters, and licensed or fan-inspired goods
Handmade & Crafts: original handmade goods, including 3D-printed work, jewelry, plush, and décor
Gaming: trading card games, board games, dice, and RPG products
Toys & Action Figures: new, vintage, and collectible toys
Cosplay Supplies, Props & Replicas: costume materials, props, and replicas
Novelty & Specialty: horror, retro gaming, and other niche items
Artist Alley: original artwork, prints, and commissions by the artist who attends the table

Event Protocol

The Heymann Center has a strict no-weapons policy. This includes real, replica, and prop weapons, so please plan your inventory and displays accordingly.
Vendors must staff their booths during all public hours and follow the Heymann Center’s venue rules.
GatorVerse has a Cosplay Respect Policy, and vendors are expected to treat attendees, guests, and staff respectfully.

Parking

Free parking with secured vendor trailer parking

Setup & Breakdown

Setup will be on Friday, July 16. More information will be sent to Vendor and Artist closer to the event date.

Hosted by GatorVerse Comic Con LLC

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