2025 Conventions

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.

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)​

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

Anime NJ++ (Hudson Valley Area, New Jersey)
2026-11-13 - 2026-11-15 | Hilton Woodcliff Lake, 200 Tice Blvd, Woodcliff Lake, NJ, 07677, United States
Anime NJ++ is a celebration of all things Japanese culture, not just anime! Anime, Kaiju, Tokusatsu, J-Cinema and even Hentai, Anime NJ++ is bringing all this to the Hudson Valley every year.

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.

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

The Akron Comicon (Ohio)
2026-11-07 - 2026-11-08 | Emidio’s Expo Center, 48 E. Bath Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44223, United States
The Akron Comicon is a celebration of mainstream and independent comics past, present and future. Celebrating 11 years of providing a fun, family friendly experience for the Akron, Ohio area! Our mission and vision has remained the same through the years and our commitment to our areas Comic Book and Pop Culture Fans will continue for many more!
Show Hours
Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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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!

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

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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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!

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.

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.

LA Comic Con (Los Angeles, California)
2026-10-30 - 2026-11-01 | Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, 90015, United States
LA Comic Con is an independent company dedicated to bringing the fans in Southern California the best of comics, gaming, anime, cosplay and pop culture!
LA Comic Con Show Hours
General Admission (VIP Admission is 30 minutes earlier)
Friday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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FAQs
Is LA Comic Con big?
L.A. Comic Con is one of the largest independent conventions in the United States and encompasses several categories, including comic, horror, sci-fi, anime, gaming, and pop culture, with a particular focus on the local Los Angeles community

Can you bring cosplay weapons into the show?
Review their website for LA Comic Conprop and weapon policy.
Where to eat around Los Angeles Convention Center?
Drago Centro, Daikokuya, The Original Pantry Cafe, El Patroncito Mexican Cuisine

ValleyCon (Fargo, North Dakota)
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25 | Holiday Inn Fargo, 3803 13th Ave S #3301, Fargo, ND, 58103, United States
ValleyCon is the longest-running, most attended, largest festival of popular culture – featuring sci-fi, fantasy, comics, anime, horror, gaming and film & TV – from Minneapolis to Seattle! The Fargo Fantastic Film Festival opens ValleyCon weekend on Thursday and is now part of ValleyCon!

TFcon USA (Orlando, Florida)
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando at SeaWorld, 10100 International Dr, Orlando, FL, 32821, United States
If you are a fan of Transformers, then you are sure to enjoy geeking out at a Transformers convention. BotCon was the original Transformers Convention and started in 1994. Featured guests usually involved voice actors, artists and writers. One of the most popular features was toy exclusives made available for its attendees. It became highly anticipated and sought after since you can’t purchase it anywhere else. 2016 was the last year that BotCon was held. Download some Transformers logos and check out Transformers cosplay.
Now TFCon has replaced BotCon and is held annually, one in US and one in Toronto Canada. Keep in mind there is another Botcon event that started in 2022.
TFcon USA Hours
Saturday 9am-6pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

TFCon Information
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Ticket Prices
PREMIUM WEEKEND PASS: Includes advance option to purchase convention exclusives on Friday night in a private area, front of the line for early admission to the TFcon dealer room Saturday morning, access to TFcon programming and show floor on both days – $110
WEEKEND PASS: Includes early admission on Saturday, access to TFcon programming all weekend, and show floor on both days – $55
DELUXE SATURDAY PASS: Includes early admission on Saturday, access to TFcon programming, and show floor – $40
SATURDAY GENERAL ADMISSION: Entry after 12 pm, access to TFcon programming, and show floor – $30
SUNDAY PASS: Access to TFcon programming and show floor on Sunday – $25
KIDS PASS: Children between 5 and 12 are $5. There is no charge for children under 5 years of age.
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Georgia Mountains Charity Comic Con (Jasper, Georgia)
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 | Chattahoochee Tech Conference Center, 100 Campus Drive, Jasper, GA, 30143, United States
The Halloween 2025 Comic Con is in the works! This event is one you don’t want to miss. Our venue, Chattahoochee Tech Conference Center, located at 100 Campus Drive, Jasper GA 30143, will be filled with excitement and fun. Come participate in the Cos Play world of make believe or just enjoy the show of some of the wackiest costumes imaginable! Our exhibitors will be sharing their treasures of comics, original art and books, action figures, cosplay accessories, cards, games and so much more. Something you have been looking for? You’ll probably find it here! Join us for two days of fun. Friday’s fun starts at noon and goes till ? with cosplay contest and Monster Mash Bash Dance. Doors open Saturday at 10:00 a.m. with sales , fun and excitement lasting till 8 p.m. Meet our special guests and be wowed by their talents and expertise as they share their secrets in our numerous panels.

Houston Celebrity Comic Con (Pasadena, Texas)
2026-10-17 - 2026-10-18 | Pasadena Convention Center and Municipal Fairgrounds, 7902 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX, 77507, United States
Houston Celebrity Comic Con is the ultimate pop culture celebration, bringing together the biggest names in TV, movies, anime, gaming, and comics for an unforgettable weekend at Pasadena, Texas! Fans can meet their favorite celebrities, attend exclusive panels, and get autographs and photos with top actors and creators. The event features a massive vendor hall filled with collectibles, merchandise, and artwork, plus an exciting gaming and esports zone. Cosplayers can showcase their best looks in a high-energy contest, while attendees get access to exclusive screenings, sneak peeks, and special events.

Anime NebrasKon (Omaha, Nebraska)
2026-10-16 - 2026-10-18 | Mid-America Center, 1 Arena Way, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501, United States
Anime NebrasKon is sponsored by the non-profit organization Nebraska Japanese Animation Society (NJAS) and is dedicated to connecting people and communities through Japanese animation and pop culture. Our mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all attendees, while promoting the cultural, artistic, and educational aspects of Japanese animation and pop culture.
Convention Hours
Friday 11 AM – 2 AM
Saturday 9 AM – 2 AM
Sunday 9 AM – 5 PM
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Melbourne Toy and Comic Con (Florida)
2026-10-11 | Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Guest list includes voice actor Charlie Campbell (My Hero Academia, One Piece, Fairy Tail, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, and more), voice actor Greg Dulcie (One Piece, My Hero Academia, Dragon Ball Super, Tokyo Ghoul:re, and more), Disney animator Peter Raymundo (Lilo and Stitch, Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Mulan, Princess and the Frog and more), actor Greg Finley (Flash, iZombie, Secret Life of the American Teenager), comic artist Tim Townsend (Uncanny X-Men, Wolverine and the X-Men, Amazing Spider-Man, Dr. Strange), and comic writer/artist Dan Conner (Nightmare Before Christmas Zerro’s Journey, Nightmare Before Christmas Battle for Pumpkin King, TMNT, Three Stooges).
Show Hours
Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.
TICKETS: $10
KIDS 10 & UNDER: FREE
FREE PARKING!

Milwaukee Comic Con (Wisconsin)
2026-10-10 | Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 640 S 84th St, West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Wisconsins biggest comic book and pop culture convention is invading the Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, and we’ve got some great stuff up our sleeves for you this time around! We can’t wait for this year to get together at the Milwaukee Comic Con!

Nashville Celebrity Comic Con (Tennessee)
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | The Fairgrounds Nashville, 625 Smith Ave, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
Meet celebrities, artists, collectors, cosplayers, and make new friends who share your love of pop culture. Don’t miss the Celebrity Q&As, autograph sessions, photo ops, selfies, and more in this awesome Tennessee comic con!
Nashville Celebrity Comic Con Hours
Saturday 9:30 AM VIP General Admission: 10:00 AM-6:00PM
Sunday 9:30 AM VIP General Admission: 10:00 AM-5:00PM

Portland Retro Gaming Expo (Oregon)
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States
Retro Gaming Expo, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon based non-profit cooperative organization dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for classic video and arcade games through the presentation of events and conventions that celebrate the historic contribution video games have made and continue to make in popular culture.

PAX Australia (Melbourne)
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC 3006, Australia
PAX, originally known as Penny Arcade Expo, has grown to be the largest gaming festival in North America. This video game convention is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other.
Show Hours
Friday 10:00AM – 11:00PM
Saturday 10:00AM – 11:00PM
Sunday 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Expo Hall Hours
10:00AM – 6:00PM Each Day
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WasabiCon (Jacksonville, Florida)
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, 1000 Water St, Jacksonville, FL, 32204, United States
WasabiCon® started in 2012 as a one day event in North Florida to celebrate anime, cosplay, gaming and all things geek. In 2013, the convention expanded into two days and, in 2023, it’s now a three day experience! WasabiCon is the largest and longest running pop culture convention in Jacksonville, Florida.
Convention Hours
Friday 4 PM to 11:59 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 11:59 PM
Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM

Big Texas Comicon (San Antonio)
2026-10-09 - 2026-10-11 | Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E Market St, San Antonio, TX, 78205, United States
A pop culture convention for the whole family, Big Texas Comicon brings top tier talent from the world of movies, TV, comics and more to downtown San Antonio, Texas. You can interact with some of your favorite celebrities, get one of a kind autographs, and shop at some of the most unique vendors and artists in south Texas.
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Show Floor Hours
Friday: 2pm-8pm
Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 10am-6pm

New York Comic Con (NYCC)
2026-10-08 - 2026-10-11 | Javits Center, 655 W 34th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
New York Comic Con (NYCC) is the nation’s biggest and most exciting pop culture convention, held in New York City every year. It’s the largest pop culture convention in America by attendance and takes place in the comic book, publishing, media and licensing capital of the world – Gotham City. The show floor plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime and manga, toys, video games, movies, and television. The panel discussions and autograph sessions give comic fans a chance to interact with entertainment creators. The screening rooms feature sneak peeks and full length films for movies and television shows months before they hit market. You can buy tickets straight from the official website.
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Show Hours
Thursday, October 17: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM*
Friday, October 18: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM*
Saturday, October 19: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM*
Sunday, October 20: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*Artist Alley and Writers Block close at 8:00 PM.

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FAQs
Can you bring drinks or food into NYCC?
You can bring a refillable water bottle. Bottled drinks and outside food are not allowed into the Javits Center.
Are NYCC panels free?
Yes all panels are free at the convention.
How long does NYCC last?
NYCC is usually held for 4 days, from Thursday to Sunday, in late October.

Where to eat around the convention?
Here are some recommended restaurants to eat while you attend the convention.
Friedman’s Hell’s Kitchen, Let’s Meat BBQ, KoreanTown restaurants, Ci Siamo
About Javits Center
The Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, commonly known as the Javits Center, is a large convention center on Eleventh Avenue between 34th Street and 38th Street in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, New York City. It opened in 1986.
History of New York Comic Con
The New York Comic Con or NYCC is an annual New York City comic fan convention dedicated to comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, cosplay, toys, movies, and television. It was first held in 2006. The first NYCC had an attendance of around 33,00. Notable guests included Kevin Smith, George RR Martin and Frank Miller. Since then, NYCC has grown to over 200,000 attendees per year.

Hot Wheels Annual Collectors Convention (Los Angeles, California)
2026-10-07 - 2026-10-11 | Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport, 2500 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, 91505, United States
The 40th Annual Hot Wheels Collectors Convention will be held October 7 – 11, 2026. The Newsletter member tickets will go on sale for this event in May 2026.

Anime Ink (Richmond, Virginia)
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-04 | Richmond Convention Center, 403 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Anime Ink is the world’s first Anime tattoo convention combining all the best parts from the Anime and Tattoo worlds. Special guests such as voice actors, cosplayers, and entertainers will be attending. There will be a tattoo contest everyday of the convention with a variety of categories. Also, cosplay contest on Friday and Saturday.
Anime Ink Hours
Friday 1:00pm to 10:00pm.
Saturday 11:00am to 10:00pm.
Sunday 11:00am to 8:00pm.

RetroGameCon (Syracuse, New York)
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-04 | The Oncenter Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center, 800 S State St, Syracuse, NY, 13202, United States
RetroGameCon is Upstate NY’s Video Game Expo! RGC features special guests, hundreds of exhibitor tables, panel presentations from industry professionals, video game music, tournaments, tabletop games, fantastic art, video game free play, charity events, & more. RGC has grown to be THE largest gaming event in New York State, drawing thousands from the Northeast U.S. & Canada to downtown Syracuse, NY.
Show Hours
FRIDAY 2PM-8PM
SATURDAY 10AM-7PM
SUNDAY 10AM-5PM
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