Animate! Raleigh (North Carolina)
2027-01-08 - 2027-01-10 | Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Animate! Raleigh is a new North Carolina anime convention organized by GalaxyCon owners. It’s an ANIMATION CELEBRATION at GalaxyCon Presents ANIMATE! RALEIGH. Join the event for 3 days of anime, animation, cosplay, and more! We feature entertainment, Q&As, video and tabletop gaming, panels, costume contests, cosplay wrestling, and so much more fandom for you to explore.
Animate! Raleigh Hours
FRIDAY 2pm to 2am
SATURDAY 10am to 2am
SUNDAY 10am to 8pm
EXHIBITION HALL HOURS
FRIDAY 2pm to 8pm
SATURDAY 10am to 8pm
SUNDAY 10am to 6pm

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Ashevillecon (Asheville, North Carolina)
2027-01-09 | Holiday Inn Asheville, 435 Smokey Park Hwy, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
AshevilleCon is a collectors’ mecca convention located in the beautiful City Asheville, North Carolina. Striving to be North Carolina’s best and truest comic convention featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As a long-time collector of comics and pop culture items the promoter brings North Carolina an event that will satisfy any fandom!

Central Florida Comic Con (Lakeland, Florida)
2027-01-15 - 2027-01-17 | RP Funding Center, 701 W Lime St, Lakeland, FL, 33815, United States
Central Florida Comic Con is a celebration of comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and all things nerdy. If you’re a fan of Batman, the Avengers, Doctor Who, Star Wars, LEGO, Disney, Star Trek, the Walking Dead, Power Rangers, Game of Thrones, etc., you’ll probably fit right in at CFCC!!
Central Florida Comic Con Hours
Saturday 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

TRISTAR Houston Collectors Show (Texas)
2027-02-05 - 2027-02-07 | NRG Center, 1 NRG Park, Houston, TX, 77054, United States
TRISTAR Collectors Show in Houston features autograph signings from your favorite athletes, sports memorabilia, sports cards, collectibles and much more!
TRISTAR Houston Collectors Show Hours
Friday 2:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am – 4:00pm
You will need an admission ticket for each day you would like to enter the show. Children under 5 are FREE!

Kami-Con (Birmingham, Alabama)
2027-02-12 - 2027-02-14 | Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, 2100 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Kami-Con is a three-day Alabama anime convention that celebrates Japanese culture, gaming, geek culture, anime & manga, comics, TV shows, movies, and much more!

Pensacon (Pensacola, Florida)
2027-02-19 - 2027-02-21 | Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL, 32502, United States
Pensacon is a North American multigenre convention, founded in 2013, which takes place once each year in Pensacola, Florida. The convention draws an attendance of more than 25,000, features around 100 media guests, encompasses five venues in downtown Pensacola and runs hundreds of hours of programming for fans of science fiction, fantasy, comic books, and other elements of fan culture.

New York Toy Fair
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-23 | Javits Center, 655 W 34th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
American International Toy Fair, commonly known as New York Toy Fair, is one of the biggest toy conventions in the world. The event is only open to toy industry professionals, retailers, and press media, offering a preview of new toys from big name brands like Hasbro, Lego, Mattel, and smaller toy manufacturers. Admission for toy buyers is free, but proof of participation in the toy industry is required. Admission for toy manufacturers and media is not free, and credentials are required. Attendees must be aged 18 years or older.
New York Toy Fair future dates in NYC:
February 14 – 17, 2026
February 20 –23, 2027

Star Trek: The Cruise
2027-02-20 - 2027-02-27 | Port of Miami, 1015 N. America Way, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Star Trek: The Cruise is the ultimate immersive experience shared by a star-studded crew and the most passionate Star Trek fans in the universe. On “The Un-Conventional Voyage,” you are more than a passenger — you become part of the Crew and part of the magic and majesty that is Star Trek!
On Star Trek: The Cruise VI, you will enjoy 7 days and nights of unique experiences including dramatic performances, comedy shows and concerts by Star Trek actors; intimate speaking engagements with leading scientists, influencers and experts; themed parties, interactive games, screenings, competitions and so much more!
Join an amazing lineup of actors and personalities on Star Trek: The Cruise VI as we navigate new frontiers in the Mexican Riviera on our first-ever West Coast sailing and boldly go where no cruise has gone before!

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Anime Milwaukee (Wisconsin)
2027-03-05 - 2027-03-07 | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Anime Milwaukee (AMKE) is a three-day Wisconsin anime convention that operates at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center and Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated economic impact of $3.1 million to the downtown area. We celebrate and educate fans about anime, manga, Asian culture, music and gaming.

Fan Expo Cleveland (Ohio)
2027-03-12 - 2027-03-14 | Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
If you’re into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You’ll feel out of this world – and right at home with one of the largest Ohio comic cons– Fan Expo Cleveland. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Cleveland. All 25,000 of them.
Fan Expo Cleveland Hours
Friday 3 PM – 8 PM^
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
^ Special Preview on Friday at 1 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 3-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.

GalaxyCon Richmond (Virginia)
2027-03-18 - 2027-03-21 | Richmond Convention Center, 403 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
GalaxyCon Richmond is a a 3-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU! Join fans from across the galaxy and celebrate Comic Books, Pop Culture, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, and more!
GalaxyCon Richmond Hours
THURSDAY 2pm – 2am
FRIDAY 10am – 2am
SATURDAY 10am – 2am
SUNDAY 10am – 8pm
EXHIBITION HALL HOURS
THURSDAY 2pm – 8pm
FRIDAY 10am – 8pm
SATURDAY 10am – 8pm
SUNDAY 10am – 6pm

Colorado Anime Fest (Denver)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO, 80237, United States
Colorado Anime Fest was founded in 2014 by a group of friends with decades of combined experience, having run dozens of events across the country. It has donated $32,601 to local charities to date. They’re also a member of the Japan America Society of Colorado.

Collective Con (Jacksonville, Florida)
2027-03-19 - 2027-03-21 | Morocco Shrine Auditorium, 3800 St Johns Bluff Rd S, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, United States
Collective Con is Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture convention. Don’t miss out on this weekend of fun with Celebrity Guests, Voice Actors from some of your Favorite Anime/Video Game, Vendors, Fan Panels, Video Game Tournaments, Cosplay Contests, After Parties and more.
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CT Gamer Con (Uncasville, Connecticut)
2027-03-20 - 2027-03-21 | Mohegan Sun (CT), 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT, 06382, United States
Connecticut’s Terrific Gamer Convention (ctgamercon™) is Connecticut’s #1 eSports, TableTop Gaming and Cosplay Event! Join them for competitive video gaming (esports) for cool prizes, free play of your favorites! Retro-Gaming, Arcade classics – its all here! Shop for Awesome Artwork, Gaming Supplies, Statues, Action Figures, FUNKO POPS, Anime Collectibles, Cool Clothes and more.
CT Gamer Con Hours
Saturday 11:00am to 8:00pm
Sunday 11:00am to 5:00pm
GAMING/TOURNAMENT Hours
Saturday 11:00am to 9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am to 6:00pm

WonderCon (Los Angeles / Anaheim, California)
2027-03-26 - 2027-03-28 | Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92802, United States
WonderCon features 900+ exhibitors in a 412,000 square foot Exhibit Hall filled with comics, original art, toys, and merchandise from many popular artists, publishers, and retailers. Attendees for WonderCon, which is one of the bigger California comic conventions, can expect exclusive movie and television programming, panels featuring the top comics professionals in the country, anime, autographs, games, a Masquerade, and portfolio review. WonderCon offers the complete convention experience!
WonderCon Show Hours
Friday 12 Noon – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM

Star Wars Celebration 2027 (Los Angeles, California)
2027-04-01 - 2027-04-04 | Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, 90015, United States
Star Wars Celebration is a fan convention to celebrate the Star Wars franchise. It began in 1999 to celebrate the movie release of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. Star Wars Celebration is days of major announcements, immersive exhibits, an interactive show floor, screenings, exclusive merchandise, celebrity guests, panels, autograph sessions, fan-inspired activities, costumes and other surprises celebrating all things in the Star Wars universe.
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Star Wars Celebration Hours
Friday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Monday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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How often is the Star Wars Celebration?
Star Wars Celebration event has been held every few years since 1999.
What date is Star Wars celebrated?
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th every year. It’s not the same as Star Wars Celebration which is a convention dedicated to Star Wars franchise.
Event History

Name
Date
Venue, City

Celebration I
April 30–May 2, 1999
Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Denver, Colorado

Celebration II
May 3–5, 2002
Indiana Convention Center Indianapolis, Indiana

Celebration III
April 21–24, 2005
Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana

Celebration IV
May 24–28, 2007
Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, California

Celebration Europe
July 13–15, 2007
ExCeL Exhibition Centre, London, United Kingdom

Celebration Japan
July 19–21, 2008
Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan

Celebration V
August 12–15, 2010
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida

Celebration VI
August 16–19, 2012
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida

Celebration Europe II
July 26–28, 2013
Messe Essen, Essen, Germany

Celebration Anaheim
April 16–19, 2015
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California

Celebration Europe III
July 15–17, 2016
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom

Celebration Orlando
April 13–16, 2017
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida

Celebration Chicago
April 11–15, 2019
McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois

Celebration AnaheimCANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
August 27-30, 2020
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California

Celebration Anaheim
May 26-29, 2022
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California

Celebration London
April 7-10, 2023
ExCel London, London, United Kingdom

Celebration Japan
April 18-20, 2025
Makuhari Messe, Tokyo, Japan

Celebration Japan
April 1-4, 2027
Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, California, USA

Planet Comicon (Kansas City, Missouri)
2027-04-02 - 2027-04-04 | Kansas City Convention Center, 301 W 13th St, Kansas City, MO, 64105, United States
Planet Comicon is your pop culture destination featuring an incredible lineup of celebrities, exhibitors, special events, a wide ranging schedule of panels, plus amazing cosplay, a cosplay contest, and more to be announced in the coming months. Over 60,000 people attend Planet Comicon Kansas City every year, making it the biggest Missouri comic con.
Show Hours
Friday 5PM – 10PM
Saturday 10AM – 2AM
Sunday 10AM – 5PM

St. Pete Comic Con (St. Petersburg, Florida)
2027-04-17 - 2027-04-18 | The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States

Garden State Anime Fest (Augusta, New Jersey)
2027-04-17 - 2027-04-18 | The Sussex County Fairgrounds, 37 Plains Rd, Augusta, NJ, 07822, United States
Garden State Anime Fest will include more programming, such as concerts, panels of speakers, karaoke and contests, as well as a car show.

Awesome Con (Washington DC)
2027-04-23 - 2027-04-25 | Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Awesome Con is Washington DC’s Comic Con! A 3-Day celebration of geek culture, bringing over 70,000 fans together with their favorite stars from across comics, movies, tv, toys, games, and more!
Awesome Con is home to:
• The Science Fair, an area of Awesome Con exploring where science and science fiction meet!
• The Book Fair, an area of Awesome Con dedicated to authors and book dragons alike!
• Awesome Con Jr, an all-ages destination for the next generation of fans
• Pride Alley, a celebration of queer creators and fans curated by GeeksOUT
Awesome Con Show Hours
FRIDAY 1 PM – 8 PM
SATURDAY 10 AM – 7 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM – 5 PM

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FAQs
Where is Awesome Con held?
Awesome Con is held at Washington Convention Center in the nation’s capital.
Is Awesome Con kid friendly?
Yes definitely. Awesome Con happily welcomes fans of all ages.
Do people dress up for Awesome Con?
Costumes and cosplay are totally welcome and encouraged at Awesome Con.

Megacon (Orlando, Florida)
2027-05-20 - 2027-05-23 | Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
MegaCon (Mega Convention) Orlando is a large comic-inspired Florida convention that caters to the comic book, sci-fi, fantasy, cosplay, anime, and gaming cultures. It has something for everyone. In 2018, more than 100,000 people attended the event.
Megacon Show Hours
Thursday 4 PM – 9 PM^
Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
^ Special Preview on Thursday at 2 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 4-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.
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Savannah Comic Con (Georgia)
2027-06-05 - 2027-06-06 | Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr, Savannah, GA, 31421, United States
Originally founded in 2011, Savannah Comic Con (formally Savannah Mega Comic Con) is a pop culture Georgia comic convention with the goal to bring worldwide pop culture under one roof in Savannah, GA for all fans to enjoy. Savannah Comic Con was started by a group of people who love all aspects of geek culture with many years of experience as collectors and dealers in the convention community.
Savannah Comic Con Hours
Saturday 10am-6pm (6pm-12am After Con)
Sunday 10am-5pm
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Heroes Convention (Charlotte, North Carolina)
2027-06-11 - 2027-06-13 | Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Charlotte and Carolina’s biggest comic convention is Heroes Con, which started in 1982 with the owner of Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find comics shop. The convention is famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, where fans can mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors in a small city venue.
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HeroesCon Hours
Friday 11AM – 7PM
Saturday 10AM – 6PM
Sunday 11AM – 6PM

Admission
Available at the Door:
Friday-Saturday 1-day Pass: $35 per person
Sunday $30
Available in Advance:
3-day Pass – $75 per person

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FAQs
How many people attend Heroes Con?
HeroesCon brings comic and superhero fans to Charlotte, NC. More than 50,000 people attend Heroes Con every year.
What is Heroes Con Artist Alley like?
There are tons of attendees who come to Heroes Con to support both big and small comic artists, plus the panels are all catered toward that comics. The Artist Alley is great for comics artists to showcase their work and meet fans.
