Vendor Application
Demographics
The Attendees
Our 2022 Summer one-day show drew over 800 attendees from 5 different states. Our average attendee comes to the show looking to buy comics and typically is shopping for books in the $1-$50 price range. A small percentage are looking to purchase $1000+ books and all are shopping for 1960's - 1990's comics.
The Show
The JCC of Rochester is a great venue for a comic book show. FREE admission for attendees and low cost spaces for vendors ensure not only a higher attendance, but also puts more money in everyone’s hands. Located along the I-90 corridor between Buffalo & Syracuse, we are ideally situated to attract a plethora of fans.
The Marketing
ECF employs a broad-based print and social media approach to reach the largest possible audience. We target 40+ specific businesses, events, print, digital and even tv advertisers to promote ECF. You will also see show updates across social media platforms including Facebook, Youtube, Twitter and Instagram.
Interested In setting up as a vendor?
Interested in setting up as a vendor at the Empire Comic Fest? With over forty 10' x 10' spaces, there are plenty of options. We also have several spaces for artists, guests and fan tables! Click on the floorplan to the right to see all of the options.
Questions? Let us know via the Contact Us Page. If you are ready to sign up, you can download the application HERE.
Venue Floor Plan