Celebrate all things pop culture at Aurora Mini-Con, Saturday, Sept. 27

Aurora Mini-Con, the free, family event of all things pop culture, returns from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Aurora Municipal Campus, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.

Aurora Mini-Con is a festival featuring fun fandom-themed activities, entertainment, fascinating panels, photo opportunities, unique merchandise, a cosplay contest and more. The event will take place simultaneously within the Aurora Municipal Campus, the Great Lawn, Central Library and the Aurora History Museum.

Trivia (Disney, DC vs. Marvel, video games), science with the Ghostbusters, laser tag and fandom crafts are some of the offerings attendees can enjoy, alongside superhero storytime, a Jurassic Park panel discussion and a special superhero surprise right at noon. The event also includes performances by Aurora Dance Arts, Stace Johnson and Little Moses Jones, as well unique vehicles from Geek Garage and a sensory friendly space. For the gamers, E-Sports video game Lounge and the FIVE-O Gaming Trailer will be on site.

The highly anticipated pop culture costume contest will be judged by a guest from a galaxy far, far away.

Throughout the day, eventgoers can enjoy outdoor activities and a variety of delicious food available for purchase directly from food trucks. Guests can also participate in crafts and games as well as shop from a variety of vendors with unique merchandise.

Aurora Mini-Con is a collaboration between two city departments, Library and Cultural Services and Parks, Recreation and Open Space.

For the full event schedule and more information on Aurora Mini-Con, visit AuroraGov.org/Mini-Con.