March 13 - 15, 2026

Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

FAN EXPO Cleveland

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COMMUNITY ATTRACTIONS

A huge part of fandom is the friends you make along the way. Check out the Community Zone to meet fellow fans. Keep up-to-date with the latest happenings in the community by subscribing to our newsletter.

Three fans pose for a selfie with a green ghost puppet at FAN EXPO Cleveland. The group smiles while holding props and wearing themed outfits, capturing a fun moment of fandom connection in the Community Zone.

FANDOM GROUPS

Boldly go where fandoms unite. In the Community Zone, you’ll find epic sci-fi and fantasy groups ready to welcome you—whether you’re repping Starfleet, slinging proton packs, or celebrating your favorite worlds. Meet them all:

Ghostbusters: Cleveland
Ohio Garrison, 501st Legion
Starfleet: U.S.S. Lagrange
Women Of Letters: Cleveland

Two cosplayers pose confidently in front of a stadium-style backdrop. One wears a red sleeveless top and bandana with sunglasses, while the other stands beside him in a black shirt holding a championship-style belt.

COSPLAY COMMUNITY

Every cosplay starts with a spark of inspiration. Find your people in groups that celebrate the process, the passion, and the fun of bringing characters to life, one stitch or prop at a time.

Old School WWF, Ohio Costume Crew
Squared Circle Cosplay

A costumed tiger mascot wearing a red and gold outfit waves at attendees from behind a vendor table. Festival booths and decorations appear in the background on the FAN EXPO Cleveland show floor.

LOCAL GROUPS

Fan communities are closer than you think. Explore local groups in Cleveland where your fellow fans celebrate, create, and connect. It’s fandom with a personal touch, right in your backyard.

Cleveland Asian Festival
Cleveland By Night
Nerdy Dancers of CLE
Realm of Avalon
Sky Circus Cleveland
The Great Lakes Medieval Faire

A group of adults and children pose together with costumed superheroes, including Spider-Man and armored characters. The group smiles while standing in front of colorful booth displays supporting charity and nonprofit organizations.

CHARITIES AND NONPROFITS

Combine your love for fandom with making a difference through charity and nonprofit initiatives. Join forces with organizations that channel fan passion into positive impact, supporting causes that matter while celebrating the communities we love.

Anvaya Feats
National Community of Gamers
Siegel & Shuster Society
Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth (SAFY)
Super Heroes to Kids in Ohio
The Federation - USS Challenger

A themed vehicle inspired by Jurassic Park is parked indoors with bright green and red graphics. A cosplayer in a horned fantasy costume sits nearby, posing next to the car as part of a fandom vehicle display.

FANDOM CARS

Take a drive down memory lane with some of the most famous vehicles in pop culture history. These cars aren’t just transportation—they’re stars in their own right.

Supernatural Impala
Jurassic Cleveland