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Title: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Dubb on May 07, 2019, 11:15:34 AM
https://sdccblog.com/2019/05/the-interactive-zone-at-petco-park-returns-for-san-diego-comic-con-2019/
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: accelerate on May 07, 2019, 03:33:02 PM
I never spend much time at the Interactive Zone since it always happens to be so bloody hot. No seriously, that area just seems so much warmer than any of the surrounding area. But last year I did get a free mouse from the Guild Wars 2 booth, so that was cool.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on May 07, 2019, 03:36:09 PM
Awesome!  I regret not spending more time at this last year.  But it was way off to the side so I only got a quick run through a couple of times.  They had live performers on stage at times and at night they showed movies on the big screen.  Definitely a decent place to hang at night if you want to chill or have kids.  Just kick back in those reclined chairs.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: ALF on May 07, 2019, 04:08:36 PM
I usually go there for a quick bite. The taco trucks was pretty good..Also wish i was able to sign up for the Avenger Therapy Session..
Did anyone do that?
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Transmute Jun on May 07, 2019, 04:21:13 PM
It's a great area, and I wish I could spend more time there...
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: comicconfamily on May 08, 2019, 08:45:24 AM
Last year was our first year attending SDCC that we didn't go over there. We really only had 1 day that we did off-sites and a lot of that day was spent in line for The Good Place. Always too many things I want to do!
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: TossedSalad on May 08, 2019, 09:14:45 AM
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Last year was our first year attending SDCC that we didn't go over there. We really only had 1 day that we did off-sites and a lot of that day was spent in line for The Good Place. Always too many things I want to do!

Always!  Last year was refreshing not spending nearly two days committed to hall h and I got to do and see so much more. Of course it caused me to spend more money as well lol
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on June 21, 2019, 11:35:59 PM
map at this page shows something next to Petco Park? <may or May not be part of the Zone

https://na.gundam.info/sdcc.html

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Gundam Excitement in San Diego
During the 40th Anniversary of Gundam!
Details will be updated often,
so check it out!

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INFORMATION
Comic-Con International: San Diego

GUNDAM 40th "BEYOND" Booth Booth#3529

・Wednesday, July 17 6pm to 9pm (Preview Night)
・Thursday, July 18 9:30am to 7pm
・Friday, July 19 9:30am to 7pm
・Saturday, July 20 9:30am to 7pm
・Sunday, July 21 9:30am to 5pm



Interactive Zone

・Thursday, July 18 10am to 6pm
・Friday, July 19 10am to 6pm
・Saturday, July 20 10am to 6pm
・Sunday, July 21 10am to 5pm

Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: nut-chan on June 26, 2019, 12:45:52 PM
Do you need a sdcc ticket for the interactive zone?
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on June 26, 2019, 12:47:42 PM
No badge required.  They may have some activations that you can do free RSVPs and get in quicker, though.


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Do you need a sdcc ticket for the interactive zone?
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Devorah on June 26, 2019, 12:49:08 PM
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Do you need a sdcc ticket for the interactive zone?

Nope! Maybe some specific activations might require one but I don't think so.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: nut-chan on June 26, 2019, 01:05:51 PM
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No badge required.  They may have some activations that you can do free RSVPs and get in quicker, though.

Good to know, thanks!
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on July 01, 2019, 08:26:32 PM
So Far...

GUNDAM 40th "BEYOND" (actual name of event not announced)

Twilight Zone Experience

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General Admission guests are welcome all day (10 AM - 6 PM Thurs-Sat, 10 AM - 5 PM Sun). Guests who wish to preregister can do so for the hours of 10 AM - 2 PM all days of operation. (10am -2pm were sold out earlier see https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?topic=10817.0

CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC

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The Singing Machine launches CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC at San Diego Comic-Con from July 18 to July 21, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Located in space “J” at the Interactive Zone at Petco Park, fans will be able to recreate the fun of James Corden’s wildly popular “Carpool Karaoke” segment and become the star of the car as they hop inside a branded Range Rover to sing along to their favorite songs. There will also be a daily CARPOOL KARAOKE THE MIC giveaway to a lucky fan that has posted their performance on social media.

Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: susanml10881 on July 01, 2019, 08:33:19 PM
Ripley’s Believe It or Not will have an activation there too from what I read.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on July 01, 2019, 08:54:37 PM
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Car Lot

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not will have an activation there too from what I read.

https://www.ripleys.com/SDCC/

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The Lot

Inflatable tube men, human car washes, and a pinball arcade—the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Car Lot has it all! Hawking some of the strangest vehicles money can buy—from the world’s smallest street legal car to a Landspeeder and Hummer made out of lottery tickets—lot owner LeRoy has a curious car for you. While you make your decision, step into LeRoy’s office, where you can snap a photo as a souvenir of searching for the strangest sedan or station wagon of your dreams! The Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Car Lot is full of surprises and sales at San Diego Comic-Con, so stop by!


The Booth (Inside the Exhibit Hall

Cruise in to Ripley’s Garage to view props and peculiar pieces from the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! collection—from shrunken heads to the original Star Wars® lightsaber. Rev up your engines with retail, and come in clutch with unique prizes to redeem at the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Car Lot at Petco Park.



Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Vapors on July 01, 2019, 09:12:46 PM
I'll echo what others have said and say I rarely if ever come here.  The slightly out of the way doesn't do it any favors.  It's a cool concept in theory, but in practice, I don't know if they make people think it's a worthwhile jaunt over the bridge. If they could convince some of the other outdoor areas that are closer to the convention to set up shop there (say the FX outdoor areas like in years past or the Dragonball Z tour), they could get a lot more foot traffic to head over there.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Dubb on July 01, 2019, 09:47:59 PM
Every time I’ve ventured over there, there’s been tons of people. There’s no want for crowds.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Car_Low on July 01, 2019, 09:55:54 PM
yeah the area doesn't require a badge so it gets plenty of foot traffic
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Mel on July 01, 2019, 10:01:06 PM
Yeah, I finally went for the first time last year. Tons of people.

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Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Vapors on July 01, 2019, 10:03:27 PM
Wait really no badge?! Was it always that way? I must have imagined it was badge required for some reason. Sorry for spreading misinformation.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Car_Low on July 01, 2019, 10:04:50 PM
since its inception yeah
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: susanml10881 on July 02, 2019, 03:52:18 AM
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I'll echo what others have said and say I rarely if ever come here.  The slightly out of the way doesn't do it any favors.  It's a cool concept in theory, but in practice, I don't know if they make people think it's a worthwhile jaunt over the bridge. If they could convince some of the other outdoor areas that are closer to the convention to set up shop there (say the FX outdoor areas like in years past or the Dragonball Z tour), they could get a lot more foot traffic to head over there.

Really? I go there all the time if only for the food trucks or on the way to Lolita’s Mexican. It’s not out of the way imo. You can take the pedestrian bridge. I used to get off the trolley over there though. It’s mostly packed with non-badge holders at times though. You’d have to pay to rent out the parking lots or open spaces in other areas. This is one big area produced by one company.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: taka on July 02, 2019, 09:07:15 AM
I've gone twice in past years and had a good time, some photos, nice activations and good food trucks!
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on July 02, 2019, 09:14:51 AM
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I'll echo what others have said and say I rarely if ever come here.  The slightly out of the way doesn't do it any favors.  It's a cool concept in theory, but in practice, I don't know if they make people think it's a worthwhile jaunt over the bridge. If they could convince some of the other outdoor areas that are closer to the convention to set up shop there (say the FX outdoor areas like in years past or the Dragonball Z tour), they could get a lot more foot traffic to head over there.

I go there more than the FX outdoor area.  But I do the offsites so the Petco Parking Lot is something I come across more than the convention center lawn.  I think that is the major difference.  For some people, the offsites might as well not exist so for them, it's out of the way.  For people that do offsites, it's right in the mix.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on July 02, 2019, 09:16:32 AM
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I've gone twice in past years and had a good time, some photos, nice activations and good food trucks!

Last year they upped the game and had live music during the day and night time movies on the big screen.  They want to make it more than a place to hit a food truck or do one of the small offsites there.  They want to make it a place to hang out.  They had plenty of lawn furniture around to sit on.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chaosdreamer on July 02, 2019, 10:25:42 AM
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Last year they upped the game and had live music during the day and night time movies on the big screen.  They want to make it more than a place to hit a food truck or do one of the small offsites there.  They want to make it a place to hang out.  They had plenty of lawn furniture around to sit on.

They definitely did a better job last year but if they really want people to hang out there during the day, then they have to provide even more places with shade!
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on July 09, 2019, 08:53:55 AM
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map at this page shows something next to Petco Park? <may or May not be part of the Zone

https://na.gundam.info/sdcc.html

(https://na.gundam.info/content/dam/gundam/gundaminfo/series/comic-con/logo_beyond.png)


Gundam Excitement in San Diego
During the 40th Anniversary of Gundam!
Details will be updated often,
so check it out!
https://twitter.com/BluefinBrands/status/1148614494760787969


Gundam bag and builders workshop

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Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on July 09, 2019, 09:10:18 AM
Did anyone else go check out the life size Gundam they had in Tokyo?  What impressed me was not just the size, it was the level of detail.  Even put on my reading glasses close, they fully realized it.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on July 16, 2019, 07:09:43 PM
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck


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Outside the convention, fans can enjoy sweets from the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck on site at Comic-Con Interactive Zone at Petco Park.

The cafe truck will sell an exclusive 5-piece macaron set with limited quantities per day during the convention.

The macaron set is in addition to the amazing offering of Hello Kitty goodies - including cookies, petit fours, bow-shaped water bottles, and more.

Find the truck on Thursday, July 18 to Saturday, July 20th from 10am-7pm and Sunday, July 21st from 10am-5pm.



From https://www.sanrio.com/blog_entries/sanrio-at-comic-con-2019



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Carry all your sweet treats in your very own Hello Kitty cafe Macaron Tote💖available at the Hello Kitty Cafe and Hello Kitty Truck #HelloKittyCafe

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From Hello Kitty Cafe (https://twitter.com/HelloKittyCafe/status/1151172658865872896)
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Javier on July 16, 2019, 09:44:45 PM
It must go up fast because there is nothing even remotely setup
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: SamTurtledove on July 16, 2019, 10:52:15 PM
Van Leeuwen Popeye's Fleet Treet

Spinach Ice Cream, Thursday - Sunday

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From Popeye Official (https://twitter.com/PopeyeTweetsk/status/1151160081695825920)

Remember that vegan spinach ice cream we made with @VLAIC for #Popeye90? Turns out Popeye isn't the only one who likes spinach!

Find the Popeye x VL truck at the SDCC Interactive Zone and receive a FREE SCOOP with a badge swipe. Offer valid while supplies last.

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Van Leeuwen Artisan X Popeye




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VL will also be selling their famous flavors alongside our spinach one. Offer valid while supplies last.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz-5b9tBnvA/
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on July 17, 2019, 08:51:26 AM
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It must go up fast because there is nothing even remotely setup

A couple of years ago, I watched them transform an empty office space into the Mr. Robot offsite.  Only took them a few hours.  The setup at Petco Parking is even simpler.  Mostly it's just trailers they bring in.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: vegasndn on July 18, 2019, 04:27:06 AM
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Van Leeuwen Popeye's Fleet Treet

Spinach Ice Cream, Thursday - Sunday

Van Leeuwen Artisan X Popeye




https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz-5b9tBnvA/
We will try to get some of the spinach ice cream. Mmm


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Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: rallyv on July 19, 2019, 05:29:45 PM
The Twilight Zone experience is NOT WORTH ANY LINE. It's like 30 seconds long and basically just opening credits and has zero give away when you leave. If you missed out on reservations, feel glad you didn't waste a single second on it.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: needles1985 on July 20, 2019, 11:36:45 AM
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The Twilight Zone experience is NOT WORTH ANY LINE. It's like 30 seconds long and basically just opening credits and has zero give away when you leave. If you missed out on reservations, feel glad you didn't waste a single second on it.

Huge waste of time.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Mel on July 20, 2019, 04:23:21 PM
It's the worst off-site of all-time

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Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: Ptbnl on July 20, 2019, 07:21:21 PM
So which are the best off sites to check out? Especially if they give out free stuff.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: cknguyen617 on July 20, 2019, 09:25:27 PM
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So which are the best off sites to check out? Especially if they give out free stuff.

This year... the offsites suck. Period! Very very stingy compared to other years in terms of freebies/swag. Experiences also not up to par with other years. Even the convention in general seemed lackluster in my opinion...
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: chocolateshake on July 20, 2019, 10:41:40 PM
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So which are the best off sites to check out? Especially if they give out free stuff.

Only at the Interactive Zone or everywhere?

In the Zone, if you are into swag is Gundam.  The bag or fan is easy to get.  The line moves really quickly.  The line for the gachapon or Gundam model kit isn't bad but is capped pretty often.  Otherwise you can go for the 30 minute build experience, you get to keep the Gundam.

Elsewhere the most useful swag is the massive sunglasses at the Stan Lee Audible.  The bonus is the interactive art exhibition is very cool and well worth it even without the sunglasses.  I had my doubts about them but once I got them on my face, I kept them on all day and wanted to bring them again today.  But they are massive and since I was indoor at the con all day, I didn't want them to get destroyed in my backpack.  I might go back for another pair tomorrow.  The looks long but moves pretty fast.  Took about 30 minutes.
Title: Re: Interactive Zone at Petco returns for 2019
Post by: susanml10881 on July 21, 2019, 05:09:58 PM
I got a pair after I went in there. It was different as an activation. Not sure I expected that. I wore the glasses for half an hour. They are kind of funky? I wear glasses though so wearing them over them felt heavy.