Comic Con… Our First Event!
Ninth Planet T-Shirts Enters Comic Con… Our First Event!
This weekend marks a huge milestone for us at Ninth Planet T-Shirts.
For the first time, we’re stepping out from behind the screen and into the real world, heading to Maidenhead Comic Con with Bolt Events. It’s a big moment. A mix of excitement, nerves, and a feeling of stepping into the eye of the storm… but in the best possible way!
From Idea to Reality
Ninth Planet T-Shirts started from a simple place: a love for bold designs, alternative culture, and the worlds of film, music, and nostalgia that we all grew up with.
From horror classics to cult favourites, from retro aesthetics to modern icons, the goal has always been the same: Stocking the designs people genuinely connect with.
Up until now, that’s lived purely online. But this weekend… it becomes real.
Why Comic Con?
Comic Con isn’t just an event, it’s a community! It’s where people who love films, games, comics, music and pop culture in all its forms, come together in one place. And for a brand like ours, that’s everything. This isn’t just about selling t-shirts; it’s about being part of the culture we’ve built the brand around!
This weekend’s event takes place at
Maidenhead Comic Con, hosted by Bolt Events at
Braywick Leisure Centre, running from
10am to 4pm on Sunday, March 29th. It’s a full day dedicated to all things film, TV, comics, and toys, with a brilliant mix of cosplay, retro gaming, board games, face painting, themed cars, and a wide range of exhibitors. It’s designed to be a relaxed, family-friendly environment where everyone is welcome to come along and get immersed in the culture.
Behind the Scenes: Getting Ready
Getting ready for our first event has been… chaos (the good kind)! We’ve been at it, designing promotional materials, organising sizes, styles, and layouts and building our stall setup. We’ve also been setting up all the techy stuff in the background, making sure card payments are smooth and ready, as well as creating QR codes so people can instantly browse the online range.
There’s been a lot of trial and error and plenty of last-minute adjustments, but it’s all part of the journey.
What We’re Bringing
We’re coming loaded with a mix of designs across different styles and audiences:
- Unisex tees (£19.99)
- Kids tees (£15.99)
- Baby grows (£12.99)
- Long sleeve tees (£29.99)
And design-wise, we’re covering a lot of ground:
🎬 Film & Horror
- Friday the 13th
- A Nightmare on Elm Street
- IT
- Chucky (Childs play)
- Gremlins
- Ghostbusters
📺 Cult & Nostalgia
- Stranger Things
- Scooby-Doo
🦖 Classics
- Jurassic Park
- Jurassic World
🦸 Comics & Sci-Fi
- Marvel X-Men Group Tee
- Star Wars Millennium Falcon
🧙 Fan Favourites for Kids
- Harry Potter
- Star Wars
- Pokémon
Even band tees and baby grows! There’s a real mix, with something for everyone who walks past the stall!
Part of Something Bigger
Events like this remind you that you’re not doing this alone. There are loads of independent traders, artists, and creators all bringing their own thing to the table, and all trying to carve out their place. And being part of that is a real honour!
So, if you’re heading down to Maidenhead Comic Con this weekend, come and find us.
👉
Ninth Planet T-Shirts
👉 Say hello
👉 Check out the designs
👉 Have a chat
We’d genuinely love to meet you.
This Is Just the Beginning
This will be our very first time selling in person, and honestly, we couldn’t have picked a better place to start. To be stepping into the world of live events at a Bolt Events Comic Con feels incredibly special, right at the heart of a community that celebrates everything we love. We’re genuinely excited, a little nervous in the best way, and ready to take it all in. We can’t wait to meet people, share what we’ve created, and be part of something bigger than just our store. Here’s to the beginning of a new chapter for Ninth Planet T-Shirts. And hopefully, more of you joining us along the way.
Bolt Events have also made sure the day is accessible and inclusive, offering an
early 9:30am entry for visitors who may prefer a quieter experience, alongside free parking and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. With so much going on under one roof, it promises to be a fun, easy-going day out, and we’re genuinely excited to be part of it.
