Dallas FAN FESTIVAL

MAIN EVENTS

Two celebrity guests laugh and chat on stage during a Q&A session at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL, microphones in hand, as fans in the audience listen and cheer.

Celebrity Q&As

All of your fave fandom stars are making their way to Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. Meet them up close and personal at their Q&A sessions, where they’ll answer fan questions and dive into behind-the-scenes stories. Submit your burning questions here.

Fans line up at autograph tables to meet celebrities at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. A guest signs memorabilia while attendees chat and smile across the table.

Autographs

Have a special memento you want signed? Celebrity guests from movie stars to comic creators will be at the show all weekend signing autographs, so you can have a keepsake that will last a lifetime.

A fan poses for a photo op with an actor at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. Both smile for the camera inside the convention space, capturing a special moment to take home.

Selifes

Say cheese! If you’re going to meet your fave celebrity at the show, you’ll want to capture the moment with a Selfie. Dress up, strike a pose, and clear up some space on your wall at home for a new core memory.

Two friends dressed in colorful Barbie-inspired outfits smile at the camera at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. One wears a pink vest and white cowboy hat, while the other sports a rainbow-patterned outfit with a denim jacket and visor.

Fan Fave Cosplays

Get ready to show off your cosplay. With events like the Cosplay Red Carpet and Cosplay Competitions, you can flaunt your look, have photos taken, and compete for cosplay glory. If you’re not cosplaying at the show, come take a look at what fellow fans have created and snap some awesome pics.

Comic book artist Tony Harris laughs while speaking with fans at his booth in Artist Alley at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. Behind him, colorful banners featuring comic art and character illustrations are displayed.

Comics

Heroes, villains, and monsters are flying off the page and coming to Dallas FAN FESTIVAL to meet you. Creators behind your fave comics are ready to dive deep into lore at Q&A panels, sign your fave comics, and more.

Three young fans in anime cosplay smile at the camera at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. Costumes include characters from Demon Slayer, with colorful robes, a bamboo mouthpiece, and long white wig.

Anime

Welcome to your anime arena. At Dallas FAN FESTIVAL, you can attend anime panels, join in on anime cosplay meetups, shop for unique anime memorabilia, and more.

A cosplayer dressed as Princess Peach speaks into a microphone during a fan-led panel at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL, with a FAN EXPO backdrop behind her.

Panels, Demos, and Workshops

From costuming to acting, our lineup of pros are on hand to show you how to take your skills to the next level. Attend a panel, check out a demo, or meet them one-on-one.

Artists chat with fans at their booth in Artist Alley at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. Original artwork featuring fantasy creatures and horror-inspired designs covers the walls as attendees browse and commission pieces.

Artist Alley and Commissions

Looking for some original artwork? Head on down to Artist Alley to pick up some stunning art to show off your fandom. Plus, you can commission your fave artists at the show to create a custom, one-of-a-kind piece just for you.

A father and young son browse rows of colorful LEGO minifigures at Dallas FAN FESTIVAL. The boy points excitedly at a figure while his dad smiles beside him, surrounded by walls of pop culture decals.

Fandom Shopping Galore

Comics, collectibles, and merch tied up with string, these are a few of our favorite things. If you’re looking for retro games, tabletop minis, play swords, works of art, or unique fandom merch, our massive retail floor will have what you're looking for.