You don’t need a Comic-Con badge to get in on the fun in San Diego. Here’s a guide to celebrating the convention without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n
Petco Park Lexus Premier Lot<\/p>\n
Head to the Lexus Premier Lot at Petco Park for a free interactive zone. The Pink Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be on-site with sweet treats and limited-edition merchandise. The event also features La’Butique Farmers Market, Marumart, and the Kayou Walls of Fandom.<\/p>\n
Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n
The Hilton San Diego in the Gaslamp Quarter will host a Level Up Lounge \u2014 a retro gaming tavern at Wild Hare Bar Garden \u2014 with plenty of photo opportunities.<\/p>\n
Margaritaville Hotel<\/p>\n
For an out-of-this-world themed experience, the Landshark Lunar Landing Bar at the Margaritaville Hotel offers a place to refuel before your next mission.<\/p>\n
Candyland Cafe<\/p>\n
For something sweet, the Candyland Cafe offers lunch and a real-life version of the classic board game to explore.<\/p>\n
The Diamond Room will also host a series of events, including:<\/p>\n
Grab & Go Lunch July 23\u201326 with daily lunch specials starting at $12Comic-Con Trivia Night July 23, featuring two rounds at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with special Comic-Con prizesCosplay and DJ After Parties July 24 and 25<\/p>\n
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