Walking Dead fans from all walks of life — and death — come together at the Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont to celebrate the hit TV series during this fan-fueled two-day event. You’ll get to experience a slew of events, panels and experiences with stars like Norman Reedus (Daryl), Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Negan), Chandler Riggs (Carl), Alana Masterson (Tara), Michael Rooker (Merle) and many more, plus artists including Chris 51 (AE’s Epic Ink), Scott Spillman and others. Sift through an array of artwork and score other cool merch from the realm of the undead in the vendor hall. And of course, cosplay is encouraged.  Luckily the dates are in April, so you’ll avoid the nasty weather and have something to look forward to!

Heroes & Villains Fan Fest returns, cape billowing, to Rosemont’s Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The ultimate opportunity to share space with beloved TV celebrities, this super-powered exhibition includes such stars as Arrow’s Stephen Amell and Josh Segarra, The Walking Dead’s Jeffrey Dean Morgan and many more. Uncover behind-the-scenes secrets from the TV shows you live for and test your superhero skills on obstacle courses and other challenge games. Whether you attend one or both days of this immersive weekend event, your ticket also gets you into Walker Stalker Con, the horror, fantasy and sci-fi extravaganza that’s shambling into the same venue.  Looks like it’s the same days as the Walker Stalker convention, so lots of weirdness to enjoy, especially if you’re getting COMP tickets for both!