The first ever Foothills Comic Con comes to Aldersyde this weekend.

On Saturday Oct. 14 cosplayers, Trekkies, and comic enthusiasts will converge on the Crescent Point Regional Field House for the event, which runs from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Travis Sandor, Foothills Comic Con Lead Organizer says there will be lots to take in throughout the day.

"We have about five media guests, and ten cosplay guests, there's a cosplay contest, photo opportunities, artist alley, autographs, silent auction and there will be Q&A sessions throughout the whole day on our media stage."

Sandor says a few big names will be at the Comic Con, including Garret Wong from Star Trek, and the Original Man Tracker Terry Grant.

He adds the entire day will act as a fundraiser for a local organization.

"All proceeds from vendor and artist registration, ticket sales, and any money raised through the silent auction will go to the Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society."

Sandor encourages attendees to dress up for the event, and enter for a chance to win best cosplay bragging rights.

"We are running a cosplay contest, so if you dress up you can register to be a part of the contest which runs in the afternoon, and win a plaque, or you can just walk around and show off your gear."

Sandor invites all residents to the first Foothills Comic Con, adding if the day sees a good turnout it could become an annual event.

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