13th edition of Montreal Comiccon breaks attendance record

13th edition of Montreal Comiccon breaks attendance record

July 16, 2023 6:58 pm EST.

"It’s really the biggest celebration of pop culture in the city," says Jason Rockman, the spokesperson for Montreal Comiccon. This year, the event had a staggering turnout of over 60,000 enthusiastic attendees over the weekend. Swidda Rassy reports.

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