London MCM 2011 – A Big Year

I love exhibitions. There are few better examples of the passion, dedication and, well, eccentricity of a fan-base than an exhibition. Be it to catch the latest announcements, ogle at some cool new merch or simply hang out with people who care about a product, franchise or industry as much as you do; there’s no doubt that expos can be a blast.

I started writing for Ready-Up after I met Dan and Kirsten at a Video Games Live concert, where I had turned up super-early for a pre-show expo that didn't happen. True story!

Unfortunately, when it comes to gaming, we haven’t always had the most luck here in the UK. With so many of the major gaming expos taking place in the States, Germany or Japan, it is nice when we get one we can claim as our own. Enter the London MCM Expo, London’s comic convention, kicking off this February and running at several venues through to November.

For some reason, I imagine Stormtroopers preferring Starbucks!

The MCM events don’t just celebrate gaming, however. Whether you’re into comic books, anime and manga, or even some awesome cosplay, there’s something for you. But even if you can’t make it to London, you might still be in luck! Over the last few years, the MCM Expo has expanded throughout England into the Midlands, Manchester (new for 2011!) and the greater Birmingham area. Heck, at this rate, Scotsmen like myself might be able to make it!

Below is the official calendar of events for 2011. Be sure to check out what’s happening near you! For more information about specific events, head on over to the London MCM website.

  • 19 FEB 2011 – MIDLANDS MCM EXPO – TELFORD INTERNATIONAL CENTRE
  • 26-27 MAR 2011 – SPRING MEMORABILIA SHOW – NEC BIRMINGHAM
  • 27-29 MAY 2011 – LONDON MCM EXPO – EXCEL LONDON
  • 30 JULY 2011 – MANCHESTER MCM EXPO – MANCHESTER CENTRAL — NEW FOR 2011!
  • 28-30 OCT 2011 – LONDON MCM EXPO – EXCEL LONDON
  • 29-30 OCT 2011 – MEMORABILIA LONDON – EXCEL LONDON — NEW FOR 2011!
  • 19-20 NOV 2011 – WINTER MEMORABILIA SHOW – NEC BIRMINGHAM

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