Dark X-Mas Pop Culture & Horror Con

The Dark X-mas Convention that takes place today, tomorrow and Sunday at the Holiday Inn in Mentor has plenty going for it. It's a modern-day comic con and a retro classic horror and sci-fi convention. Aside from celebrity guests, there will be many artists and vendors selling toys, comics, movie merchandise, and more. There will also be cosplay (costume) contests for children and adults tomorrow at 5 p.m.; movies playing all weekend, including a special screening of the original War of the Worlds tomorrow at 6 p.m.; Atari video gaming area; and a karaoke party at 8 tomorrow night. Admission prices are $10 for today, $15 for tomorrow, $10 for Sunday or $25 for a weekend pass. Kids 10 and under are free, when accompanied by an adult. Tickets can be purchased at the door or on the website. For those planning to stay at the hotel over the weekend, let the Holiday Inn know that you're with Dark X-mas for a special rate and breakfast buffet. The convention takes place from 5 to 10 p.m. today, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. tomorrow and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. (Niesel) 7701 Reynolds Rd., Mentor, darkx-mas.com.