SCI-FI & FANTASY ATTRACTIONS

From the wilds of a mysterious forest to the depths of space, come meet your fave Sci-Fi & Fantasy actors. Get autographs, pose for photos, and meet them IRL.

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From Star Wars and Star Trek to House of the Dragon and Lord of the Rings, there'll be Sci-Fi & Fantasy themed Cosplay Meetups all weekend long. Use #FANEXPOChicago when you post the out-of-this-world pics you take with your fellow fans, so we can share them too. Check the schedule closer to the show for meetup details.

If you’ve ever wanted to see your fave fandom characters brought to life, you’ll want to check out our Sci-Fi & Fantasy groups in the Community Zone. Make friends from a galaxy far, far away, meet Klingons and Vulcans, and even bust some ghosts.

One duck to rule them all? Dozens are scattered across the different rooms, but only a rare few are forged in the realm of the Middle-earth. Find a Lord of the Rings Duck, and you'll be rewarded. Take your duck to the info desk to receive your prize. Find any other themed duck and keep them for your collection. Your quest begins at the show.

The DeLorean Time Machine has landed at FAN EXPO. Get up close with a screen-accurate replica from Back to the Future, complete with prop details fans will recognize instantly. Photos welcome. Time travel not guaranteed.

Saturday, August 16th from 10 AM to 4:45 PM

Pick up your Droid Badge at the Midwest Galactic Community booth in the Family Zone and wear it proudly—Imperial Troopers will be searching for recruits. If you’re “captured,” your badge becomes your raffle ticket. Return after 5 PM for the drawing—you must be present to win and collect your prize that day.

Saturday, August 16th at 2 PM

Join the Midwest Galactic Community for their epic Galactic Parade on Saturday. Featuring the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mando Mercs, Saber Guild, The Dark Empire, Defenders Detachment, Droid Builders, and Galactic Academy, this fan-favorite tradition kicks off at 3 PM. Meet at their booth in the Family Zone for staging at 2:30 PM—cosplay encouraged and fans welcome.

Sunday, August 17th at 1 PM

Stop by the Midwest Galactic Community Booth in the Family Zone at 1 PM to watch the first time FAN EXPO “The Dune Tunes Cantina Band” perform their #1 hit. This is one experience you don’t want to miss. Then stick around for great photo opportunities.

Sunday, August 17th at 2 PM

The Empire wants YOU to join the hunt. Stop by the Midwest Galactic Community booth to begin your mission and receive your bounty briefing. Then hit the show floor to track down rogue targets and prove you’ve got what it takes. Prizes must be claimed the same day.