9th Annual Afrofuturism Lounge at the Fleet
Jul 23, 2026 · Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 · San Diego, CA
About this event
Grioneers' long-running Comic-Con week showcase of Black creativity, comics, and Afrofuturist storytelling — storytelling, visionary art, an 8:30 PM fireside chat, and a free 'Defiant' poster for every attendee.
Why we picked it
The offsite Black-nerd anchor of SDCC week — no convention badge needed, and the fireside chat pulls creators you can't easily see anywhere else.
Good for
Comics/Afrofuturism fans, artists, families
Need to know
Free general admission RSVP; $40 upgrade adds a Robert Smalls graphic novel and post-chat signing access
When
Jul 23, 2026
Price
Free general admission; $40 VIP
Organizer
Grioneers, Inc.
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