The BBC has today revealed that the first ever Doctor Who Festival which will be taking place later this year.

The event will give fans the opportunity to share their love of all things Doctor Who whilst also learning about how their favourite show is made. Attendees will be able to meet the cast and crew, including Peter Capaldi and Steven Moffat, get up close and personal with the show’s monsters, props and costumes and dress to impress in cosplay showcases. There will also be theatre shows and panels, fan challenges, on set photoshoots and other behind the scenes insights.

“If having the world’s favourite Time Lord back on screen every week isn’t enough for you, then the Doctor Who Festival in London is the place to be,” Peter Capaldi said. “I’ll be there and if it’s anything like the 50th anniversary event, prepare yourself for Time Lord mania.”

Showrunner Steven Moffat added: “I can’t believe we’re going to give away all our secrets! This is the closest you will ever get to finding out how this magical series is put together…”

The festival will take place at London’s ExCel Centre, which previously hosted the Doctor Who Celebration in 2013, on 13th, 14th, 15th November 2015 and tickets will go on general sale tomorrow (Friday) at 10am, priced at £65 (standard), £30 (standard child) and £165 (standard family), with other promotions available. Click here to find out more.

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