Every year, people from around the world flock to San Diego to attend Comic-Con. Inside the Convention Center, it's a world of bright lights, beautiful costumes and tons of goodies. But not everyone has the chance to get one of the coveted badges, so we're taking you inside Comic-Con to show you what it's truly like to wander through the Convention Center.
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A look at Iron Man's mask, on display at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018.
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A blue Faery kneels down to say hello to a big fan at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018: a young girl, who asks her if she can fly.
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A man dressed as Captain America takes a minute to admire the superhero costumes on dispay at the Marvel Studios booth.
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A man dressed as Batman stops to pose for a photo with a young fan at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018 -- and even teaches him the ropes.
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This booth in the Exhibit Hall drew crowds of fans, eager to record the action on their phones: Deadpool dancing.
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Spotted at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018.
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In a different booth in the Exhibit Hall, fans have the chance to bid on original items from popular films.
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Some of the plush toys for sale in San Diego International Comic-Con's Exhibit Hall.
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A game at The Simpsons booth inside the Exhibit Hall in the Convention Center at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018.
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A look at one of the bags given to attendees. This one is repping Amazon's new show.
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A young girl colors on a wall inside the Exhibit Hall.
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A look at one of the bags given to attendees.
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A father and son walk around with their Comic-Con bags, Superman-themed.
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Inside the Exhibit Hall, Star Wars figures on display.
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A look at Iron Man's mask, on display at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018.
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Fans gather at the Marvel Studios booth in the Exhibit Hall to get a look at some of their iconic costumes.
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At one booth in the Exhibit Hall, a supergirl display.
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When you walk through the doors of Comic-Con's Exhibit Hall, be prepared for lots of bright lights and fantastic displays.
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Fans were thrilled to meet the new Doctor, built here entirely in Legos.
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One of the things many fans like to purchase at Comic-Con are replicas of their favorite costumes.
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At this booth for Netflix's new show "Disenchantment," you can take home a variety of freebies.
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In a different booth in the Exhibit Hall, fans have the chance to bid on original items from popular films.
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Some of the items available for purchase in the Exhibit Hall at Comic-Con International 2018.
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An artist finishes painting a superhero-themed piece at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018.
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In this booth at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018, fans get a chance to play for prizes.
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Here's a look at one of the rare bags at San Diego International Comic-Con 2018 this year: the Aquaman bag.
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In a different booth in the Exhibit Hall, fans have the chance to bid on original items from popular films.
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General view of the atmosphere at Comic-Con International on July 21, 2018 in San Diego, California.
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General view of the atmosphere at Comic-Con International on July 21, 2018, in San Diego, California.