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Spend MLK Weekend with DC Comics: Stars of ‘The Flash’, ‘Black Lightning’ + More

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DC Comics is honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with an event called “DC in D.C.” during MLK Holiday Weekend.

“DC in D.C.” will take place in the Washington, DC area on January 12-13.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which takes place on King’s birthday (January 15), honors the life and work of the civil rights activist.

The event will include panels, signings, and appearances from the stars and producers of DC Comics shows, such as The Flash, Arrow, and Supergirl. This also includes appearances from comic book authors and artists. The guest list includes The Flash‘s Candice Patton, the cast of Black Lightning, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Caity Lotz, executive producer Greg Berlanti, and more.

The event will also include a “DC in D.C.” pop-up shop that will be open from Friday, January 12- Sunday, January 14, 2018 that will feature DC Merchandise, talent appearances and signings, displayed costumes, and more.

It will also be the world premiere of the upcoming DC Comics series Black Lightning.

If you’re unable to attend, panels will be streamed live on their YouTube channel.