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Get ready for a family-friendly festival that’s not just about the stars, but about celebrating community and creativity right here in town. Grab some of these comic books and bring them to downtown Shreveport for Geek'd Con this August.

Get ready for a night of dazzling costumes and electrifying beats at the first-ever CosKira afterparty — Shreveport is about to glow!

For a decade, Shreveport's Geek'd Con has brought incredible celebrity encounters to Louisiana. But as the event celebrates its 10th anniversary, we decided to get a very 21st-century perspective on its history. We asked Google's Gemini AI to rank the most popular guests ever. The results? Let's just say we have some questions...

Addis Native John Foster finished second on this season of American Idol. Relive the journey and take a look at what's next for John.

A Louisiana legend, the woman behind The "Hello Acadiana" theme song, had a very long music career.

John Foster returns home to Louisiana after securing a Top 3 spot on American Idol. The next 'Idol' champ could be from the Bayou.

Shreveport is hosting the dream event for Louisiana Funko Pop hunters! Geek'd Con returns Aug 22-24, 2025 for its 10th Anniversary. If you've ever wanted your favorite Pop signed, this is the weekend you've been waiting for.

Louisiana's John Foster reached American Idol's Top 5 by performing Louisiana-connected songs "Almost There" and "Believe." Don't miss his journey!

Don't miss out on your chance to meet your favorite celebrities at Geek'd Con 2025 in Shreveport! Pre-order professional photo ops now to guarantee a memorable experience. Get up close and personal with special guests and capture a high-quality photo to cherish for years to come. Click here for details on how to secure your spot!

Louisiana singer John Foster is one step closer to becoming the next "American Idol." He hopes to get the votes tonight to move to the top 3.

Handpicked by Primus earlier this year to be the legendary band's new drummer, Shreveport's own John Hoffman has finally jumped into the deep end with the band for their first single together, and they even got one of the guys from TOOL on the track.

Dive into the 10th Anniversary of Shreveport's Geek'd Con! We used Google's Gemini AI to uncover what fans are most excited about for the 2025 event. From celebrity guests like Rose McGowan and Jason Lee to major milestone celebrations and the cosplay contest, see what's generating the biggest buzz.