C2E2 baby!
It's gonna be at the end of April. I haven't been to it yet (or San Diego Comic Con). But I have been to the New York Comic Con, and I will say that even if your not into comics (or other parts of geek culture), these types of conventions are worthwhile experiences. You really can't find a more passionate group of fans consuming every little part of their sub-culture. I'm not huge into American comics, but I do enjoy
good Anime and Manga. And I do partake in my share of gaming, so I'm sure C2E2 should be a satisfying experience. Apparently, it's only 3-4 years old, and started off small. But since it's start, its grown exponentially, and is even attracting pretty big celebs and prominent people in comics (this year Stan Lee will be there, the creator of Spider Man). And the time of year it's put on is perfect, as San Diego Comic Con is August, and NYCC is October. So C2E2 should attract people from the entire country.
Here's a little recap video of last year:
2013 recap