Here's what you need to know ahead of NorthEast Comic Con & Collectibles

BOXBOROUGH — After you've fixed yourself a delicious sandwich from the leftover Thanksgiving turkey, squeeze into your favorite cosplay costume and head over to the NorthEast Comic Con & Collectibles Extravaganza this weekend at the Boxboro Regency Hotel and Conference Center.

The event will be held from Nov. 26 to 28.

Produced by former "Antiques Roadshow" pop culture appraiser Gary Sohmers, of Hudson, the event — which runs Friday through Sunday — brings together comics artists, movie and television stars, cosplayers, magic, comedy and a shopping experience unlike anything you'd find at the mall.

What stars will be at NorthEast Comic Con 2021

If you go, here are just a few of the fun things to look out for at this year's expo: 

• FUNNY NOISES: One of the special guests this year is actor/performer and beatboxer Michael Winslow who has been dubbed "The Man of 10,000 Sound Effects." He's known for his roles in the "Police Academy" movies and "Spaceballs." Gamers might recognize his sounds from "Wizard Ops Chapter 1."
• YOU KNOW THAT VOICE: Voice actor, comedian, musician Billy West from "Futurama" and "Ren & Stimpy" will also be there. You'll also recognize his voice from commercials as the Red M&M and Buzz for Honey Nut Cheerios. 
• LET'S MAKE BELIEVE: Francois Clemmons, 80, who for 25 years appeared as Officer Clemmons on "Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood"

• CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS: Among the celebrities signing autographs will be Robert Wuhl, known for his roles in the movies "Batman" and "Good Morning, Vietnam." He played himself on Seth MacFarlane's adult animated show "American Dad."
• AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE: Another of special guests is 12-year-old deaf actress Kaylee Hottle, who charmed audiences in the 2021 blockbuster film "Godzilla vs. Kong."
• LOTS OF LAUGHS: The 2021 ComicsCon StandUp Comedy Battle Royale is part of the fun. Preliminaries are Friday and Saturday, with finals on Sunday. Come for the laughs, fame, glory and prize money. It's all included in ComicCon admission. Who will slay the competition and leave the audience in stitches to become the last surviving comic, taking home a $500 cash prize? Anyone can enter. 
• DINNER & A SHOW: Sign up in advance for one of two seatings each night, at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m., enjoy a buffet dinner with music by John Powhida, magic by Steve Charette and comedy by Mona Forgione and Mark Gallagher. $25.
• PARTY HEARTY: On Friday and Saturday, check out the afterparty and concert in the courtyard from 8-11 p.m.

Vaccine requirement at NorthEast Comic Con 2021

In compliance with CDC and Board of Health guidance, all attendees over 12 years of age will required to be vaccinated to enter the event.

Every person will be required to show a vaccination card, or digital facsimile, along with a matching government-issued ID card to enter the event, except children under 12, who will be required to wear nose and mouth coverings.

NorthEast Comic Con 2021 hours and ticket prices

The expo takes place Friday through Sunday. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Friday; 10 to 6 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

There are special early hours for VIP ticketholders. Advance tickets start at $25 adults, $10 for children.

For tickets and more information, visit https://necomiccons.com.