Harry Potter actor to join Newcastle Comic Con for a magical weekend celebration

A Harry Potter actor will be a star guest at a Comic Con in Newcastle which is promising a whole 'geeky extravaganza' full of cosplay fun and free activities.

The event, due to take place at Walker Dome Activity on May 18, will feature Devon Murray - a familiar face to Harry Potter fans, having played cast regular Seamus Finnigan in all eight movies in the franchise from 2000 to 2010. The now 35-year-old will be meeting visitors and signing autographs on the day and there are opportunities for a professional photo-shoot with him too.

There also will be plenty of chances to take free pictures alongside various film and TV set displays at the event - being hosted by family-friendly comic con company Creed Conventions - which will feature the likes of Gremlins, Jaws, Marvel Comics character Groot and a life-size X-wing fighter prop from the Star Wars franchise. There will be free activities on offer throughout the day too.

The Newcastle Comic Con, which is coupled with a Collectors' Fair, is promising something for everyone, with an invitation to fans to immerse themselves in the world of cosplay, saying there will be cosplayers there upon arrival and adding: "Fans attending are invited to dress up as your favourite TV, film or other fictional character and be ready to compete in our cosplay competitions."

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The day also will be celebrating all things pop. There will be a traders' area, with stalls selling a variety of merchandise and collectables, and a free retro gaming zone to add to the attractions. Entry will be from 10am on the day and tickets, including fees, are on sale for £10.49; £6.28 children and £27.36 for a family ticket for two adults and two five-11-year-olds. Under-fives have free entry.

A photo shoot with Devon Murray will be £22.08. To book tickets for the Comic Con and those for the photo-shoot see here.