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Jun 3, 2023

Sci-Fi Valley Con will return to the Blair County Convention Center on June 9-11.

As organizers celebrate Sci-Fi Valley Con's 11th anniversary, the event will feature over 300 vendors and a guest lineup of legendary voice actors who have brought beloved characters to life, creating unforgettable memories for fans young and old.

Among the guests are Carlos Alazraqui, known for his iconic portrayal of Rocko and Spunky in "Rocko's Modern Life," as well as his role as Deputy Garcia on "Reno 911!" on Comedy Central. His talent and versatility have made him a household name in the world of voice acting.

Additionally, an "Avatar: The Last Airbender" reunion will be held at Sci-Fi Valley Con, bringing together fan favorites from the series, including Dante Basco (Prince Zuko), Grey DeLisle (Azula), Michaela Jill Murphy (Toph), Jennie Kwan (Suki), Greg Baldwin (Iroh) and Janet Varney (Korra from "The Legend of Korra").

Attendees will also have the chance to see a 30-foot-long life-size Appa replica from the show. Artist John Marks specializes in special effects and costuming, and has built larger-than-life props like Appa Air over the last seven years.

The guests include the duo of Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche, known for their roles as Pinky and the Brain in the iconic cartoon show of the same name. Their contributions to animated series such as the "Animaniacs," "Jimmy Neutron" and "Futurama" have solidified them as true legends in the industry.

Fans of Tommy Wiseau's cult classic film "The Room" will see Greg Sestro (Mark) in attendance, engaging with fans and participating in a special screening of the film.

Other events include Con-Quest, a charity adventure across the convention; a costume contest; medieval combat demos and a retro gaming arcade, according to the convention's website.

A trivia tournament will be held from 3:30 p.m. on Friday, 5-6 p.m. on Saturday and 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Sunday. Trophies and Best Buy gift cards will be awarded to tournament winners.

For more information about the complete guest list, ticket prices and hotel details, visit scifivalleycon.com.

Sci-Fi Valley Con is open from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 9; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 10; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 11.

Ticket prices start at $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Children ages 5 and under receive free admission.

A Saturday shuttle service will be operated from noon to 8 p.m., with pickup at the Altoona Curve stadium parking garage.

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