The Salt Lake Comic Con, a three-day pop culture event organized by Dan Farr Productions LLC, held major iterations in both 2014 and 2016 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City. These conventions celebrated movies, television, gaming, sci-fi, fantasy, and comic books through appearances by numerous high-profile actors and industry professionals.
2016 Convention Details
The 2016 Salt Lake Comic Con took place from September 1-3, 2016. According to FanCons.com, the event provided various registration options for attendees, including an advance rate of $69.72. For those registering at the door, the cost was $70 for all three days, while single-day rates were $30 for Thursday, $45 for Friday, and $55 for Saturday.
2016 Celebrity Guests
The 2016 event featured an extensive roster of celebrity guests. Notable actors in attendance included Mark Hamill, John Cena, Millie Bobby Brown, Stephen Amell, and William Shatner. Other appearing actors included Jeremy Shada, Ian Somerhalder, Henry Winkler, Robert Englund, Lou Ferrigno, and Michael Rooker. The guest list also featured actors such as Arthur Darvill, Katie Cassidy, Nicholas Brendon, and David Ramsey.
2016 Creative Professionals
In addition to film and television stars, the 2016 convention hosted various voice actors and artists. Voice talent included Steve Blum, Jess Harnell, Phil LaMarr, Vic Mignogna, and Todd Haberkorn. The event also included appearances by comic writers and artists such as Tony Fleecs and Chad Hardin, as well as animators like Philo Barnhart, Tom Cook, and Phil Ortiz. Costuming groups like the 501st Legion, the Mandalorian Mercs, and the Rebel Legion were also part of the convention experience.
2014 Convention Details
The 2014 Salt Lake Comic Con was held from September 4-6, 2014, at the Salt Palace Convention Center. Similar to the 2016 event, this three-day convention was organized by Dan Farr Productions LLC and focused on a broad spectrum of pop culture, including gaming, sci-fi, and comic books.
2014 Notable Guests
The 2014 guest list included a diverse group of actors and legends. Stan Lee, the comic book legend, was among the featured guests. Other actors included Christopher Lloyd, who was listed as a cancelled guest, as well as Bruce Campbell, Eliza Dushku, Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Conroy. The roster also featured actors such as Ernie Hudson, Ron Perlman, and Eric Roberts, along with wrestling personality and actor Hulk Hogan.
2014 Artists and Experts
The 2014 event also drew significant interest from the comic book and voice acting communities. Artist and writer figures included Neal Adams, Eric Basaldua, Jim Cheung, and Mike Grell. Voice actors and hosts in attendance included Johnny Yong Bosch, Kevin Conroy, and host/robot expert Grant Imahara. The convention also featured costuming groups such as the 501st Legion and the Mandalorian Mercs.
Convention History Overview
Both the 2014 and 2016 conventions were part of a long-running series of events organized by Dan Farr Productions LLC. Historical data from FanCons.com shows the evolution of the convention through various iterations, including FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention and various FanXperience events spanning from 2013 through 2026. These events consistently utilized the Salt Palace Convention Center as their primary venue.
