DerpyCon (New Brunswick, New Jersey)
2026-10-30 - 2026-11-01 | Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, 2 Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, United States
DerpyCon is New Jersey’s Anime, Gaming, Sci-Fi, and Comic Convention, bringing every nerdy genre under one roof. Held since 2014, DerpyCon has been providing New Jersey a premier geek event filled with panels, concerts, video gaming, cosplay, vendors, dances, LARPs, artists, and so much more.

Minneapolis Anime And Gaming Event (Minnesota)
2026-10-30 - 2026-11-01 | Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
M.A.G.E. is a three day convention celebrating Japanese arts and the communities that surround anime fandom. This anime convention includes dozens of anime screenings, a plethora of discussions, autograph signings, a dealers hall, and group meetups for fandoms including several anime like My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, Dragon Ball, comics, science-fiction, and video games.

MoTownCon (Mooresville, North Carolina)
2026-10-31 | Merino Mill, 500 S Main St, Mooresville, NC, 28115, United States
MoTownCon 11am – 8pm. Admission is $5 a person with kids 10 and under getting in free. Featuring all new panels, video game area, food trucks, and much more. Be sure to stay until the evening for anime dance!

Kansas Comic Con (Wichita, Kansas)
2026-10-31 - 2026-11-01 | Century II Convention Center, 225 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, 67202, United States
Kansas Comic Con is a two-day event being held at the Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center In Wichita.
Kansas Comic Con Hours
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Rhode Island Comic Con (Providence)
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-08 | Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St, Providence, RI 02903, Providence, RI, 02903, United States
Held in the smallest state in the US, Rhode Island Comic Con, also known as RI Comic Con, has grown into one of the biggest pop-culture events in

CONjuration (Duluth / Atlanta, Georgia)
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-08 | Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta, 1775 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth, GA, 30096, United States
Fan of Magical Fantasy, such as Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Supernatural, Dungeons & Dragons, Narnia, Buffy, Encanto, and more? Join the convention from Nov. 17-19 in Duluth, GA for CONjuration. It’s more than a magical Harry Potter convention, it is an interactive experience for fans of ALL magical fantasy!

Kumoricon (Portland, Oregon)
2026-11-13 - 2026-11-15 | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States

TwitchCon (San Diego, California)
2026-11-13 - 2026-11-15 | San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
TwitchCon will be hosted in San Diego, California. There will also be an Europe version of TwitchCon.
FAQs
What is TwitchCon?
TwitchCon is an annual video game convention dedicated to the live streaming platform Twitch. TwitchCon also serves as an opportunity for streamers and content creators to improve their stream quality and grow their brand. TwitchCon typically takes place in different cities each year, attracting thousands of attendees from around the world.
How much does TwitchCon cost?
For 2023, TwitchCon ticket prices were at $149 for a one-day pass (Friday or Saturday) and $229 for a three-day pass.

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Can anyone go to TwitchCon?
Yes, anyone can attend the convention. TwitchCon is for the entire Twitch community. While there will be sessions and some content geared towards streaming, there are plenty of activities for non-streamers as well.

Kids Con New England (Portland, Maine)
2026-11-14 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, ME, 363 Maine Mall Rd, Portland, ME, 04106, United States
KIDS CON NEW ENGLAND
Promoting art education and literacy!®
New England’s favorite comic con for kids & children’s book event! Inspiring creativity and learning through family-friendly comics, children’s books, art, workshops, gaming, and fun activities! We host events in New Hampshire in spring, and Maine in fall.
Hours: 10am-5pm
Doubletree, S. Portland, ME

Comic Arts (San Antonio, Texas)
2026-11-14 | Norris Conference Centers, 618 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX, 78216, United States
Comic Arts – San Antonio
The home for people who love comics!
General Admission:
$10 at the door​​
VIP Admission:
SOLD OUT

(Ages 9 and under free with an Adult with either paid admission)​

NC Comicon (Raleigh / Durham, North Carolina)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Durham Convention Center, 301 West Morgan St, Durham, NC, 27701, United States
The staff and crew of the triangle area’s locally owned and operated comic convention are thrilled to be back in downtown Durham for the 10th anniversary of NC Comicon! This North Carolina comic con event has all your favorites and brand new convention highlights including panels, cosplay, plus much more!!
Show Hours
Saturday 10AM – 6PM
Sunday 10AM – 5PM
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Guests List:
Tommy Lee Edwards: Comic book artist known for various works including Gatchaman, Jupiter’s Legacy, Mother Panic, and Star Wars.
Larry Hama: Writer and artist best known for his work on G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero and Wolverine.
Zoe Thorogood: Comic artist and writer known for It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth and Rain. (Note: While listed on the website, please be aware that guest appearances can sometimes change.)
Afua Richardson: Artist known for her work on Black Panther: World of Wakanda and Aquaman. (Note: While listed on the website, please be aware that guest appearances can sometimes change.)
Joe Whiteford: Comic artist.

Anime Impulse Dallas (Texas)
2026-11-14 - 2026-11-15 | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, 650 S Griffin St, Dallas, TX, 75202, United States
ANIME Impulse is a weekend-long celebration of all things anime, manga, video games, and fandom with the likes of a massive Vendor Hall and Artist Alley for attendees to shop to their hearts’ content, special appearances from voice actors, cosplayers, influencers, and streamers, nonstop live entertainment, and a near endless selection from food booths.
Show Hours
Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 7pm
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Anime Weekend Atlanta (Georgia)
2026-11-19 - 2026-11-22 | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313, United States
AWA, or Anime Weekend Atlanta, is a 4 day celebration of Japanese culture, anime (animation) and manga (comics), with a dash of general pop-culture that takes place at the Cobb Galleria, the Renaissance Waverly Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Anime Weekend Atlanta Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday Closed
Friday 10AM – 7PM
Saturday 10AM – 7PM
Sunday 10AM – 5PM
Panel Hours
Thursday 1PM – 4AM
Friday 9AM – 4AM
Saturday 9AM – 4AM
Sunday 9AM – 6PM

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Anime USA (Washington DC / Virginia)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA, 22202
In 1999, a group of anime fans came together and started Anime USA, held in Washington DC area, a three-day convention celebrating Japanese animation, art, culture, history, and fashion. In 2004, Anime USA formed a non-profit educational organization to host the convention. Anime USA’s mission is to promote, as well as educate the public about Japanese arts and popular culture.
Programming Hours
Friday 9am – 12:30am
Saturday 9am ‐ 2am
Sunday 9am ‐ 5pm
Video Gaming
Friday 12pm – 1am
Saturday 10am – 1am
Sunday 10am – 3pm

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Previous Anime USA locations:
1999: Crowne Plaza, Crystal City, VA
2000–2001: Holiday Inn Rosslyn Westpark Hotel at Key Bridge, Arlington
2002–2007: Sheraton Premiere at Tyson’s Corner
2007–2011: Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2012–2019: Washington Marriott Wardman Park
2022-2023: Hyatt Regency Crystal City

Twin Cities Con (Minneapolis / St. Paul, Minnesota)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Twin Cities Con in Minneapolis / St.Paul, Minnesota is a celebration of comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and all things nerdy!
Show Hours
Friday 12 pm -7 pm
Saturday 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

Colossalcon North (Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin)
2026-11-20 - 2026-11-22 | Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (WI), 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965, United States
Colossalcon North is a three-day event that features a variety of entertainment in a diverse, multi-function, crowd-friendly environment. One ticket price gives you access to all Concerts, Live Acts, and Performers to industry and media guests, DJs, artists, and vendors.
Colossalcon North Convention Hours
Friday 12p-3a
Saturday 11a-3a
Sunday 10a-5p

Blue Water International Comic Con (Port Huron, Michigan)
2026-11-21 | Bluewater Convention Center, 800 Harker Street, Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The Bluewater Comic Con is the affordable Comic Book and Pop Culture Experience. Thousands of comic books, action figures, toys, games, and original art, all under one roof. There is also Cosplay, Panels, and Contests. Meet and greet with national and local comic book artists and writers.

Holiday St. Pete (St. Petersburg, Florida)
2026-11-21 - 2026-11-22 | Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, 333 1st St SE, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
Holiday St. Pete is a family-friendly convention and features comics, anime, science fiction, fantasy, and gaming as well as world-class cosplay.
Holiday St. Pete Hours
Saturday 10am – 11pm
Sunday 11am-5pm

Fan Expo San Francisco (California)
2026-11-27 - 2026-11-29 | Moscone Center West, 747 Howard St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, and Gaming. Three BIG days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities await. Join tens of thousands of fans who are just like you.
Fan Expo San Francisco Hours
Friday 4 PM – 9 PM Preview Night
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
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SW Florida Con (Fort Myers, Florida)
2026-11-29 | Lee County Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Rd, North Fort Myers, FL, 33917, United States
FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
$20 ADMISSION| FREE PARKING | KIDS FREE UNDER AGE 11
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL | 10:00AM – 5:00PM

GalaxyCon Columbus (Ohio)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
GalaxyCon Columbus is More Than a Comic-Con! It’s 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 Columbus 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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Use Code GALAXY20 for 20% off Admission

Anime Frontier (Fort Worth / Dallas, Texas)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
Anime Frontier is three days of exciting exhibits, premieres, and special events. As a premiere Texas anime convention, it features some of the biggest guests in anime and manga.
Show Hours
FRIDAY 1 PM – 7 PM
SATURDAY 10 AM – 7 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM – 4 PM

PAX Unplugged (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Philadelphia Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
PAX Unplugged is a tabletop gaming-focused event specifically tailored to lovers of board games, RPGs, miniatures, cards, and more. Featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other.
PAX Unplugged Hours
Friday 10:00 AM – Midnight
Saturday 10:00 AM – Midnight
Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Ocean City Comic Con (Maryland)
2026-12-12 - 2026-12-13 | Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
Join Ocean City Comic Con for a day of geeky fun. Compete in cosplay contest and shop a huge convention floor of vendors, independent artists, guests and more. There will be informative and entertaining panels, anime screenings, video games and events all day!
Ocean City Comic Con Hours
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 11am-4pm
Admission? Full weekend: $20. Sat. only: $15. Sun. only: $10.
Kids 9yo & younger free w/ paying adult, $1 off if in Costume, $1 off with a non-perishable food item for Diakonia. Discounts only available on in-person ticket sales at the door.

Anime 405 (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
2026-12-12 - 2026-12-13 | Oklahoma City Convention Center, 100 Mick Cornett Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, 73109, United States
Experience the ultimate anime extravaganza at Anime 405, the premier anime convention in downtown OKC. You will be able to interact with your favorite voice over celebrities, get one of a kind autographs, and shop the most unique vendors and artist in Oklahoma!
Anime 405 Hours
Saturday: 10AM-7PM
Sunday: 10AM-5PM

Ichibancon (Concord / Charlotte, North Carolina)
2027-01-07 - 2027-01-10 | Concord Convention Center at Embassy Suites, 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr NW, Concord, NC, 28027, United States
Ichibancon is a four-day NC Charlotte area anime convention event that features a variety of entertainment in a diverse, multi-function, crowd-friendly environment. One ticket price gives you access to all Concerts, Live Acts, and Performers to industry and media guests, DJs, artists, and vendors.
Ichibancon Hours
Friday 9:30am – 11pm
Saturday 9:30am – 11pm
Sunday 9am – 4pm
Ichibancon ticket prices
Weekend 1 & 2 Admission Bundle (Jan 4th-7th & Jan 11th-14th): $99
Get admission to both Ichibancon weekends at a discounted price! This package includes a 4-day admission for each weekend.
4 day $75
Thursday $35
Friday $45
Saturday $50
Sunday $25
2024 Carolinas Con Season Pass $125
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Fan Expo New Orleans (Louisiana)
2027-01-08 - 2027-01-10 | New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70130, 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. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO New Orleans, Louisiana. All 30,000 of them.
Show 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.
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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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Mark Hamill comic con guest appearances >
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

Celebration London 2023 on YouTube
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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
