14 fantastic photos from Comic Con Mania at the First Direct Arena in Leeds

Jawas, Mandalorians and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were all in attendance as Comic Con 2024 came to Leeds.

Hundreds dressed as all manner of comic book, film and TV characters descended on the First Direct Arena today (Sunday) for Comic Con 2024.

The event included cosplay, console gaming, anime, Manga, prop and set recreations, board gaming, card trading stands and comics.

There was also opportunities to meet and greet actor Brian Blessed, who was the event’s special guest.

Our photographer was there to catch all of the excitement and action. Check his photos of the colourful crowd in the gallery below:

7. Brian Blessed

Brian Blessed breaks off from his signing session to chat to William Beeby, 13 | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Characters from the Phoenix Squad based in Leeds | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Fay Church, Kim Church, Louise Palmer and Laura Griffin all of Leeds | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Hundreds of people turned up to enjoy the event | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Brian Blessed signing for Steve Pollard of Sheepscar, Leeds | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding

Martin Barraclough of Cleckheaton and Isla-Rose O'Neill and Dawn Holmes of Meanwood | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding