There are several events across the San Diego Comic-con schedule this year that may be of interest to fans of Middle-earth, so I’ve taken the time to gather a list of every event I’m aware of. The convention schedule is quite packed this year, and I know it can be a bit overwhelming! I’ll update this list as the convention draws closer and more schedules become available.

If you are an event host and would like your event included, or if you’ve noticed something I’ve omitted from this list please email kaitlyn@teawithtolkien.com.

Details on all of these events are subject to change. For the most updated information, please defer to the official SDCC schedule.

TheOneRing.net booth serves as the hub for all things Middle-earth during SDCC. Stop by booth #1934 to purchase officially licensed merchandise, connect with the community, and meet some of your favorite Tolkien content creators. I’ll be at the booth on Saturday morning from 11:00am to noon if you’d like to say hi!

Wētā Workshop

Booths #1929 & #2401
While Wētā will not have their own booth this year, Jerry Vanderstelt and Diamond Comics will be showcasing some of their newest offerings. Richard Taylor and a few other crew members will also be at the convention!

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power at Hall H

26 July / Friday / 11:00am / Hall H
Join the series’ showrunners and cast as they give an inside look into the highly anticipated second season, premiering August 29, 2024 on Prime Video. Get ready to experience stunning visuals, thrilling surprises, and unique insight into the darkness that has returned to threaten all of Middle-earth this season.

Revolutionizing Legends - The Evolution of Iconic Online Games

26 July / Friday / 12:45pm / Room 6BCF
“Daybreak Games developers share their perspectives on the development of renowned long-running titles such as The Lord of the Rings Online, Dungeons & Dragons Online, DC Universe Online, Magic: The Gathering Online, and EverQuest—the grandfather of all massively multiplayer online games, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Learn what keeps these vast and immersive worlds alive today and how they have been able to foster a community for decades. Find out what exciting, new content they have in store for players this year and beyond.“
View on Sched: https://sched.co/1gHA3

TheOneRing.net & The Rings of Power Event

26 July / Friday / 1:45pm / Venue 808 (Offsite)
UPDATE: The event is now from 1:15 - 3:15.
The Rings of Power Cast Meet & Greet will be hosted by Prime Video in conjunction with TheOneRing.net at Venue 808 (offsite). On display will be a curated collection of Season 2’s costumes and props. Separate tickets are required. This event is sold out.

Portfolio Review: Ramsey Avery

26 July / Friday / 4:00-5:00PM / Held in PR 08
“Ramsey Avery, Production Designer (The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2) is reviewing portfolios on behalf of the Art Director's Guild focusing on artists looking to work in film and television.”
View on Sched: https://sched.co/1gAj6

Book Signing: Why We Love Middle-earth

26 July / Friday / 5:30-6:00pm / Booth #1119
Meet Alan Sisto of the Prancing Pony Podcast, co-author of “Why We Love Middle-earth” and get your copy of their book signed at the Mysterious Galaxy booth.

The Lord of the Rings and So Much More

26 July / Friday / 8:00pm / Room 25ABC
TheOneRing.net (TORn) staffers Clifford Broadway (host of TORn Tuesday), Jim Wert (TORn staffer), Matt Graf (Nerd of the Rings), Justin Sewell (TORn staffer), and special guest John Mayo (Middle-earth Enterprises) share all the latest news in Middle-earth with updates on movies, anime, books, games, and poetry from and inspired by J. R. R Tolkien. There will be some exclusive footage from the upcoming animated film The War of the Rohirrim. Moderated by Kirsten Cairns (TORn staffer).

Bear McCreary: Musical World-Building

27 July / Saturday / 3:00PM / Room 6DE
“Bear McCreary, the celebrated composer of projects as diverse as God of War, Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Walking Dead, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Outlander, and his new rock concept album The Singularity, explores the dramatic impact of music on the creation of fictional worlds, fueled by collaborations with artists from across all disciplines.”
View on Sched: https://sched.co/1gL4f

I am No Man: the Creative Women of Middle-earth

27 July / Saturday / 5:30pm / Room 5AB
The works of J. R. R. Tolkien, while somewhat male-dominated, contain a handful of extraordinary, powerful female characters. and they have inspired many talented women to create and contribute to bringing Middle-earth to life. Presented by TheOneRing.net (TORn), Cathy Udovch (TORn staffer), and our esteemed guest Fredrica Drotos (Middle-earth Enterprises), and others share their triumphs, trials, and the enduring appeal of the professor's works. Moderated by Kellie Rice (co-author, Middle-earth: From Script to Screen).

Bad Medicine: The Many Deaths of Sean Bean

27 July / Saturday / 8:00PM / Room 9
The physicians of Hi Everybody! A Bad Medicine Podcast examine what Hollywood gets right and wrong about medicine. This year's panel has a special focus on the oft-fatal calamities that have befallen actor Sean Bean over his 40-year career. Featuring Drs. Ewa Farrelly, Courtney Nicholas, Greg Winter, and Jackson Vane. Moderated by Johnny Kolasinski.
View on Sched: https://sched.co/1gL9w

Sean Astin Autograph Signing - Booth #4945

The legendary Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings, Stranger Things 2) will be joining 7 Bucks A Pop’s San Diego Comic-Con signing line-up this year. 7 Bucks A Pop! will also be offering a signed Samwise Pop! with 7BAP sticker for $125.