🗯️🎨 ALLEY CHATS MICRO CON 🎨🗯️
It’s a comic con that’s actually about comics.
If you love comics—the art, the stories, the creators—Alley Chats Micro Con is the convention you’ve been waiting for. This mini comic book convention takes over the historic Des Plaines Theatre for a full day dedicated to the craft, culture, and community of comics.
Meet comic artists, comic writers, and authors as they sign books, talk shop, and celebrate the medium that started it all. Browse vendors offering comics, collectibles, and creator-made goods, and discover new voices and fresh stories you won’t find anywhere else.
No movie hype. No distractions. Just comics and books.
🖊️ What to Expect:
Comic artists & writers signing their work
Authors and indie creators showcasing original stories
Vendors with comics, prints, and must-have finds
A creator-focused, fan-friendly atmosphere
🗓 February 21, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Des Plaines Theatre
Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just discovering the magic of panels and ink, Alley Chats Micro Con brings comics back to center stage.
It’s a comic con that’s actually about comics.
Also check out other Arts events in Des Plaines, Literary Art events in Des Plaines.
