FAMILY ATTRACTIONS

There’s something for every fan, including the young ones. Bring the whole family to snap pics with your fave characters, learn some new skills at workshops, and join in on panels made just for the kids (and kids at heart).

It's our cutest event. Come cheer on the cosplay stars of tomorrow at the Kids' Cosplay Contest. Registration will take place 15 minutes before the event start time.

Is the Force strong with you? Calling all Padawans and younglings (ages 6-15) for an interactive lightsaber training experience hosted by Masters from your local Jedi temple.

Ready to master the ways of the Force? Join the Saber Guild at the 501st Legion booth in the Community Zone for lightsaber training designed just for adults. Stop by anytime throughout the weekend to learn basic techniques, sharpen your skills, and channel your inner Jedi or Sith.

Happening All Weekend | 2525 Elm St Ste 110, Dallas, TX 75226

Take your FAN EXPO Dallas weekend to the next level with an interactive gaming adventure at Immersive Gamebox. Show attendees can save 25% on any experience throughout the show weekend by using promo code FANEXPO26 when booking. Gather your party, step inside the Gamebox, and experience immersive games unlike anything you’ve played before.

Get ready to question everything you see. Visit the Museum of Illusions in the Kids’ Zone for hands-on, mind-bending fun. Then, check the schedule closer to the show for even more surprises, including panels like Live Magic with Matt Howard.

Mix up a little magic with the Die by the Sword Podcast. Create your own colorful fantasy-inspired potion and discover the art of magical brewing in this hands-on activity. Your finished creation makes the perfect keepsake to take home. Just remember, these potions are for display only and are not for consumption.

Join Frodo on a mission to save FAN EXPO Dallas from Sauron. Complete the quest and get a limited-edition FAN EXPO Dallas pin and swag bag. Scan the QR code, follow the instructions, and answer and snap a photo of every riddle. Good luck, and may the stars shine upon your path.

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Join us for a one-of-a-kind bingo experience where every game helps bring your imagination to life. Collect pieces to build everything from spaceships and giant mecha to hero academies, anime cities, and more. It’s creative, interactive, and completely free for all fans.

Put pen to paper at this Shire-inspired post office. Write to your fave Middle-earth character or share what The Lord of the Rings means to you on themed stationery. Take your letter home as a keepsake or send it on its own adventure to get mailed to the shire.

Utinni! Stop by and trade with the Jawas as they wheel and deal their collection of trinkets, stickers, and fun treasures. Bring a small item to trade, or if you arrive empty-handed, the Jawas will provide special trade tokens so everyone can join the fun. You never know what galactic treasure you’ll walk away with.

Ready to clear the grid? Make a donation to Ghostbusters: Texas Rangers Division, grab a Ghost Popper, and take aim at four ghostly targets. Knock down at least one Class V vapor to complete your mission and earn a prize.

Potential recruits can put their paranormal skills to the test in this interactive training course from Ghostbusters: Texas Rangers Division. Practice your aim, uncover a phantom hiding inside a haunted object, and capture it in the Containment Unit. A donation gets you into the action, and every participant receives a prize.

Need a break from the excitement of the show floor? Come spend some time with adorable, adoptable puppies, snap a photo at the Cosplay & Canines photo op, and learn more about this organization’s lifesaving rescue and adoption efforts. Whether you’re looking to bring home a furry friend or simply want some puppy cuddles, this heartwarming stop is sure to brighten your day.