Party (C)on: Where to mix and mingle all night long

Comic-Con is San Diego’s weekend to shine. But it wouldn’t be an epic Comic-Con weekend without some epic parties. Looking for the best place to get your geek on? Here’s a guide to Comic-Con parties in San Diego to mix and mingle with all the X-Men and Wonder Women.

Open to the public

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

2 Blog 2 Furious, The San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog’s Annual Party at McFadden’s Pub

Kick off the Con by meeting the bloggers behind The San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog at this meet-up for fans and readers. Free. First come, first served.

7-11 p.m. (21+ after 9 p.m.), McFadden’s Pub, 731 Fifth Ave., downtown, sdccblog.com

Game of Bloggers at House of Blues

The mightiest of media nerds will gather at Game of Bloggers, a networking event for “nerdy content creators.” Open to the public.

9 p.m. to midnight, House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., downtown, crazy4comiccon.com

Hop-Con 5.0

Even super heroes need a beer sometimes. Enjoy 15 3 oz. beer samples, a commemorative glass, gourmet food (unlimited tastings), games, photo booth and more. $75 ($40 for designated drivers).

7 p.m., Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, Liberty Station, 2816 Historic Decatur Rd., Liberty Station, stonebrewing.com

THURSDAY, JULY 20

The Dixie Pig at The Tipsy Crow

Billed as “SDCC’s largest fan party,” IGN, Sony Pictures and MRC Studios present the Dixie Pig in honor of The Dark Tower, in theaters Aug. 4 and starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Guests can enjoy food, drinks, entertainment and promotional giveaways. Free. First come, first served. 21+.

8 p.m. to 2 a.m., The Tipsy Crow, 770 Fifth Ave., downtown, eventbrite.com

SYFY/Nerd Machine Fan Party at The New Children’s Museum

This SYFY/Nerd Machine Fan Party (one of two SYFY/Nerd Machine fan events; the second takes place Saturday at the same location) treats party-goers to photo booths, DJ sets, musical performances and a live show from 80s cover band the Spazmatics (Thursday party only). Free. First come, first served.

9 p.m. to midnight, The New Children’s Museum, 200 W. Island Ave., Marina District

Nerdist and Geek & Sundry Alpha Party

The rum will be flowing at this party celebrating Kraken Rum’s “League of Darkness” rum. Mingle with Nerdist and Geek & Sundry stars, enjoy signature cocktails and take the “Wrestle the Kraken” challenge. For tickets, sign up for a free 30-day Alpha trial at projectalpha.com. RSVP required.

9 p.m. to midnight, Fluxx Nightclub, 500 Fourth Ave., downtown

Rave of Thrones

Hodor from Game of Thrones (Kristian Nairn) brings his DJ set to OMNIA nightclub for the second year. Tickets: $20.

9 p.m., OMNIA Nightclub, 454 Sixth Ave., downtown, omnianightclub.com
The Legend of Zeldorado

The legendary El Dorado Cocktail Lounge hosts a Legend of Zelda-themed dance party to kick off Comic-Con week. No cover charge before 10 p.m.; $5 cover after 10 p.m.

8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m., El Dorado Cocktail Lounge, 1030 Broadway, downtown, eldoradobar.com

DJ Uncle Blazer

Workaholics star Blake Anderson as DJs at Bang Bang as his alter ego “DJ Uncle Blazer.” Tickets start at $10. 21+.

10 p.m., Bang Bang, 526 Market St., downtown, bangbangsd.com

BANGARANG! Heroes & Rebels Party

Rufio! Rufio! Dante Basco (aka, Rufio from Hook) spins at this party celebrating the debut of his short film, Bangarang, a Hook prequel that focuses on Rufio’s origins. Tickets start $25. 21+.

9 p.m., Bassmnt Nightclub, 919 Fourth Ave., Gaslamp, bassmntsd.com

FRIDAY, JULY 21

MTV Fandom Fest at Petco Park

SDCC badge holders can enjoy food, drinks, games, live musical performances and giveaways at the MTV Fandom Fest hosted by Teen Wolf star Tyler Posey. Past performances have included the likes of Linkin Park and G-Eazy (this year’s performers have not yet been announced). Free. First come, first served.

7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd, East Village, mtv.com/fandom

Flash Gordon Party

Relive the 80s with Sam Jones (aka, Flash Gordon), who will be guest bartending and slingin’ up Flash Gordon-inspired drinks. Free. 21+.

9 p.m., The Waterfront Bar & Grill, 2044 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy, waterfrontbarandgrill.com

Ghostbusters Mass Hysteria Fan Party

If you often find yourself wondering who you’re gonna call... head to the fourth annual Ghostbusters Mass Hysteria Fan Party celebrating the past, present and future of Ghostbusters. Free. All ages until 9 p.m.; 21+ after 9 p.m.

10 a.m. to close, Werewolf, 627 Fourth Ave., downtown, thewerewolf.net

Comic-Con Club Crawl

Join other freaks and geeks for two nights of crazy Con-themed shenanigans. Hit up hot spots like Analog Bar, OMNIA, Side Bar and more. Costumes encouraged, naturally. Free welcome shot at check-in. $30. 21+.

9:30 p.m., July 21 and July 22, Analog Bar, 801 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp, clubcrawlsandiego.com

That Hashtag Show’s Mission Comic-Con Strikes Back Party

All things geek are celebrated at this charity event featuring DJs, live silk screening, giveaways, geek speed dating and special appearances. Proceeds benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Entry is free, but a $10 donation gets you entered in a raffle, where prizes include San Diego Comic-Con 2018 badges.

6 p.m. to midnight, Mission Brewery, 1441 L St., East Village, eventbrite.com

Pirate Con

Shiver your timbers aboard the Star of India at Pirate Con, where mateys in attendance will enjoy a costume contest, giveaways and a photo booth. $35. 21+.

8 p.m., Star of India (at the Maritime Museum of San Diego), 1492 N. Harbor Dr., Embarcadero, sdmaritime.org

SATURDAY, JULY 22

Heroes Brew Craft Beer Festival 2017

The fourth annual Heroes Brew Craft Beer Festival combines Comic-Con madness with San Diego craft beer. Hero costumes encouraged. Tickets start at $20. 21+.

4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Hwy., Embarcadero, heroesbrewfest.com

Buffy the Vampire Slayer Fandom Party

Party with other Buffy the Vampire Slayer fans in honor of the 20^th anniversary of the cult television show. Tickets are sold out, but a 250-guest line will open up on the day of event.

6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Side Bar, 536 Market St., downtown, eventbrite.com

2nd Annual Impractical Jokers Block Party

This epic all-day block party features a virtual reality high wire walk, bull riding, face painting, a White Castle food truck and live DJs. Free. First come, first served.

11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., East Village

Official Wonder Woman Meet Up

Wonder Woman really does have special powers and it comes in the form of effervescent bubbles at Side Bar Nightclub. Those in Wonder Woman attire will received complimentary champagne.

9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Side Bar Nightclub, 536 Market St., downtown, sidebar.com

SUNDAY, JULY 23

Comic-Concert: SDCC After Party

Celebrate the end of another Con with pop culture entertainment from Random Gibberish: Musical Comedy and Geek Rock. 21+.

6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Whiskey Girl, 702 Fifth Ave., downtown, whiskeygirl.com

Super Hero Pool Party

Hope your costume is waterproof. Close out Comic-Con weekend with a pool party featuring DJs, pool floats, a photo booth and more. Tickets start at $12. 18+.

12 p.m. to 5 p.m., The Lafayette Hotel, 2223 El Cajon Blvd., North Park, eventbrite.com

BY INVITE ONLY

THURSDAY, JULY 20

Fandango Kickoff Party, 8 p.m. to midnight, OMNIA Rooftop (454 Sixth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

FRIDAY, JULY 21

BuzzFeed and The CW present SRSLY the Best Damn Superhero Party, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Altitude Sky Lounge at the Marriott Gaslamp Quarter (660 K St., East Village). Invitation only, RSVP required.

Warner Bros. Television Cocktail Media Mixer, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Float Rooftop Bar at the Hard Rock Hotel (207 Fifth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

IMDboat Party, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., the IMDb Yacht at Fifth Avenue Landing (600 Convention Way, Marina District). Invitation only, RSVP required.

Viceland Party, hosted by James Van Der Beek, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., Fluxx Nightclub (500 Fourth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

SYFY and Zachary Levi’s The Nerd Party, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., New Children’s Museum (200 W. Island Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

NVE/Nylon Magazine Present After-Con, 9:30 p.m., OMNIA Rooftop (454 Sixth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

Future Man, Presented by Hulu , Nerdist and Geek & Sundry, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Oxford Social Club (435 Fifth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

SATURDAY, JULY 22

Red Wedding After Party, 9:30 p.m., House of Blues (1055 Fifth Ave., downtown). Comic-Con badge required.

NBC’s Annual Party, featuring the cast and producers from supernatural thriller Midnight, Texas. 7 p.m., Oxford Social Club, (435 Fifth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.

Entertainment Weekly‘s Closing Night Celebration, 9 p.m., Float at the Hard Rock Hotel (207 Fifth Ave., downtown). Invitation only, RSVP required.