# Press Release: Aykroyd, Reitman, Hudson to Attend Ghostbusters Fan Fest - Link: https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/ - Published: 2019-02-19T17:00:46-06:00 - Author: Eugene Tierney ![](https://i0.wp.com/www.nyrdcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/WW-GB.png?resize =333%2C170&ssl=1) **Tickets Now Available for **_**Ghostbusters™ Fan Fest Presented By Wizard World**_ **Aykroyd, Reitman, Hudson Among First Stars Announced** **First-Ever Extraordinary Live Event at the Sony Pictures Studio Lot Created to Celebrate **_**Ghostbusters’**_** 35**^(**th**)** Anniversary** ![](https://i0.wp.com/www.nyrdcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Aykroyd-1.png? resize=247%2C321&ssl=1) _Stars of the 1984 Original Film, ‘Ghostbusters II,’ and ‘The Real Ghostbusters’ Series Including Maurice LaMarche, Frank Welker, Dave Coulier To Attend; Activities Planned Include Photo Ops, Autographs, Screenings, Costume Contests, Panels and More_ **CULVER CITY, Calif., February 19, 2019**—Are you troubled by strange noises in the middle of the night? Do you experience feelings of dread in your basement or attic? Have you or your family ever seen a spook, specter or ghost? Well, if you have, _Ghostbusters _fans, get ready for mass hysteria! Tickets go on sale today for the first-ever _Ghostbusters _Fan Fest, presented by Wizard World, as Sony Pictures, Ghost Corps, and Wizard World announce an initial lineup of special guests, events, and treats that await attendees. The premier live event will be held June 7-8 on the famed Sony Pictures Studio Lot in Culver City, California.  Stars **Dan Aykroyd**( Dr. Raymond Stantz) and **Ernie Hudson** (Winston Zeddemore), director **Ivan Reitman** and _Ghostbusters _theme song singer-songwriter **Ray Parker Jr.**are all confirmed to attend. The stars of _The Real Ghostbusters_ animated series (1986-91) will also be well-represented at Fan Fest, with **Maurice LaMarche** (Dr. Egon Spengler), ** Frank Welker **(Dr. Raymond Stantz) and **Dave Coulier** (Dr. Peter Venkman) scheduled to attend._Ghostbusters Fan Fest presented by Wizard World_ will be the ultimate celebration of the franchise. For the 35th anniversary of the legendary film (and the 30th anniversary of _Ghostbusters II_), fans will participate in exclusive panels with the stars and original crew members, meet the _Ghostbusters _creators, talent and crew and experience _Ghostbusters _augmented reality gaming. Other planned Ghostbusters- themed activities include a screening of the original film, a special musical performance by Parker, costume contests, meet-ups, documentary screenings, laser tag, interactive photo booths, exhibitor booths, and much more.Tickets for the premier event are on sale now at [https://www.tixr.com/pr/gbffpr/12066](https://www.tixr.com/pr/gbffpr/12066). Packages range in price from $499 to $1499 (and a $99 youth package), with autographs and photo ops included in some packages.  Fans can learn more about the _Ghostbusters Fan Fest presented by Wizard World_ at [http://www.ghostbusters.com/news/ghostbusters-fan-fest](http://www.ghostbusters.com/news/ghostbusters-fan-fest).** Jeffrey Godsick**, Executive Vice President, Brand Strategy and Global Partnerships for Sony Pictures said: “We’re thrilled to be opening up our doors to _Ghostbusters _fans for the first time. For fans, this is the ultimate event – an insider’s look at the franchise from the people who created it and are bringing it into the future. As Winston Zeddemore might say, when someone asks you if you want to go to Ghostbusters Fan Fest, you say YES!”**John D. Maatta**, CEO of Wizard Entertainment said: “The Ghostbusters Fan Fest is an extraordinary homage to all that is great about the iconic _Ghostbusters_. It is exciting news for _Ghostbusters _fans that Sony Pictures and Ghost Corps have worked with us to create this once-in-a-lifetime event.”Following the event on June 7-8, Wizard World will continue its _Ghostbusters _touring experience at its conventions throughout the country featuring a pop-up shop featuring exclusive _Ghostbusters_ merchandise. Details will be linked at [www.wizardword.com](http://www.wizardword.com/). The original 1984 film starred **Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis, **and **Ernie Hudson** and was directed by **Ivan Reitman** and written by** Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis**.About Sony Pictures EntertainmentSony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment Inc., which is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE’s global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. SPE’s Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, and Sony Pictures Classics. For additional information, visit [http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html](http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html). About Ghost CorpsGhost Corps, Inc., a subsidiary of Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc., is focused on expanding the Ghostbusters brand with live-action feature films, animated motion pictures, television, merchandise, and other new entertainment products. Ghost Corps is headquartered on the Sony Pictures Studios lot in Culver City, Calif. About Wizard Entertainment, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD)Wizard Entertainment, Inc. ([www.wizardworld.com](http://www.wizardworld.com/)) produces comic, gaming and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, tech, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first- class lineup of topical programming and entertainment takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard Entertainment has also teamed with Sony Pictures Entertainment to find the next generation of movies as well as to engage in a number of strategic initiatives. Fans can interact with Wizard Entertainment at [www.wizardworld.com](http://www.wizardworld.com/) and on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and other social media services.The 2019 Wizard World convention schedule is available at: [http://www.wizardworld.com/comiccon](http://www.wizardworld.com/comiccon). ### Share this: * [ Facebook ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=facebook) * [ X ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=x) * [ Email ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?subject=%5BShared%20Post%5D%20Press%20Release%3A%20Aykroyd%2C%20Reitman%2C%20Hudson%20to%20Attend%20Ghostbusters%20Fan%20Fest&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nyrdcast.com%2Fpress-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world%2F&share=email) * [ LinkedIn ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=linkedin) * [ Mastodon ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=mastodon) * [ Nextdoor ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=nextdoor) * [ Pinterest ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=pinterest) * [ Reddit ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=reddit) * [ Tumblr ](https://www.nyrdcast.com/press-release-aykroyd-reitman-hudson-to-attend-ghostbusters-fan-fest-wizard-world/?share=tumblr) ### Like this: Like Loading… ### _Related_