A popular Comic Con event will take place at The Potteries Centre, Hanley, on 15 and 16 July. 

Superheroes and movie characters will be roaming around the shopping centre and fans will have the chance to meet Mario, Pikachu, Star Wars characters and a range of superheroes.

As well as meet and greet opportunities, there will also be stalls where visitors can buy toys, collectables, action figures, art and games.

There will also be a cosplay competition with prizes to be won for the best dressed.