Sutherlin High School to Host First-Ever Unified Comic Con in April
Sutherlin High School will host its first Unified Comic Con on April 11-12, featuring cosplay, gaming, vendors, artists and family activities. Admission is free, with donations of nonperishable food encouraged for the Sutherlin/Oakland food pantry.
SUTHERLIN, Ore. — Sutherlin High School is set to host its first-ever Unified Comic Con next month, bringing together cosplay, gaming, art, vendors and community support in a two-day event aimed at celebrating creativity and inclusion.
The event will be held April 11-12 at Sutherlin High School, 500 E. Fourth Ave. in Sutherlin.
Event Hours
- Saturday, April 11: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sunday, April 12: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What the Event Is About
Organized by the school’s Special Education Department, the convention is being promoted as an inclusive event built around the idea of “unity through pop culture.”
According to organizers, the event is meant to give students and adults of all abilities a chance to come together through fandom, creativity and community participation. The convention is also designed to highlight student talent, support local creators and raise money for student programs and clubs at Sutherlin High School.
Event coordinator Brenda Richardson said the goal is to create a fun and welcoming space where the community can celebrate together while supporting students and local vendors.
What People Can Expect
Organizers say the convention will include a mix of activities and attractions, including:
- Vendor booths
- Artist Alley tables
- Food trucks
- Tabletop gaming
- Live-action role play
- Family-friendly activities
- Local community exhibitors
- Cosplay contest with prizes
Admission
Admission to the event will be free.
Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to support the Sutherlin/Oakland food pantry.
Vendors, Artists and Food Trucks
The school is actively seeking vendors, and organizers say space is limited.
Businesses, artists and food vendors are being invited to apply for booth or service space. Organizers say the event is intended to give local artists, small businesses and food trucks a chance to connect with families, students and fandom communities from around the region.
For vendor pricing, space availability and application information, organizers say people can visit the Sutherlin School Comic Con Facebook page or contact the event team directly.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Organizers are also asking for sponsorship support from local businesses and community members.
Hero Sponsor - $500+
This top sponsorship level includes:
- Large logo placement on banners, flyers and digital promotions
- Recognition in social media posts and press releases
- Verbal acknowledgment during opening and closing ceremonies
- Opportunity to display a banner or booth at the event
- Certificate of appreciation and thank-you
Sidekick Sponsor - $250+
This sponsorship level includes:
- Logo on event flyers, programs and sponsor thank-you board
- Social media mention before the event
- Certificate of appreciation
Community Sponsor - Any Amount or In-Kind Donation
Organizers say community sponsors can contribute through donations of:
- Snacks
- Prizes
- Gift cards
- Supplies
- Decorations
Community sponsors will receive recognition on the event’s sponsor thank-you board and a shoutout on social media.
Where Sponsorship Support Will Go
According to event materials, sponsor support will help pay for:
- Inclusive event supplies and accessibility needs
- Prizes and giveaways for contests
- Cosplay and art activity materials
- Gaming tournament setups and adaptive equipment
- Decorations and themed displays
Checks can be made payable to Sutherlin High School.
Contact Information
People interested in vendor space, sponsorships or volunteering can contact:
Brenda Richardson
Event Coordinator, Sutherlin High School Unified Comic Con
Phone: 541-459-9551 or 541-430-3350
Email: bmrichardson@sutherlin.k12.or.us
Organizers are also encouraging people to follow event updates through the Sutherlin School Comic Con Facebook page and on social media using:
- #sutherlincomiccon
- #unifiedcomiccon
- #sutherlinunified
The Bigger Picture
Sutherlin High School says the event is about more than comics and cosplay. Organizers describe it as a chance to build friendships, showcase student talent and create a community event centered on inclusion, imagination and shared interests.
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