In 2008 the original event was advertised as a film exhibition then later changing the name to Wales Comic Con.

[2] In 2019, the event was stated by Wrexham County Borough Council to bring in more than £1 million to the regional economy.

The move met opposition in Wales, with Plaid Cymru councillors branding it a "disgrace", and Wrexham County Borough Council stating it was "very disappointed".

[17][18][19] The venue attracts around 10,000 visitors, and the council described it to be bringing "exceptional economic benefits" to Wrexham.

[20] Telford used to host a MCM Midlands Comic Con for over 10 years, until it was scrapped in November 2017.

Autograph signing sessions were available in the main hall on both days, costing £10–25 for a signature each, and could be pre-ordered online as well as in-person.

2016 Hosts included; Andrew Pollard, CJ, Dr Rhys Jones, EileMonty, Leonard Sultana, Mark Newbold (partner event) and Tabitha Lyons.

Celebrity guest hosts have previously included the likes of Chris Rankin from the Harry Potter franchise.

[10] Stalls displaying various licensed and video game memorabilia and merchandise, as well as collectables and artwork were set up for viewing and sale.

[13][36] Various video game, comic, art, action figure, photography, collectable, and gift traders participate in the event.