MAIN EVENTS

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

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

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

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.

Heroes, villains, and monsters are flying off the page and coming to FAN EXPO Cleveland to meet you. Creators behind your fave comics are ready to dive deep into lore at Q&A panels, battle it out at our Sketch Duels, and more.

Welcome to your anime arena. At FAN EXPO Cleveland, you can meet voice actors, attend anime panels, join in on anime cosplay meetups, shop for unique anime memorabilia, attend anime-themed parties, and more.

Across galaxies, timelines, and everything in between, sci-fi excellence is making its way to FAN EXPO Cleveland. From the biggest sci-fi stars to amazing panels, workshops, family events, and more, we have everything for Jedi, Doctors, and Officers.

Every day is Halloween at FAN EXPO Cleveland. With horrifyingly wonderful guests, horror fan meetups, and monstrous cosplay, you’ll be screaming your face off with joy.

We're bringing you to life with all things animation at FAN EXPO Cleveland. Meet the voices behind your fave characters and join in amazing events and experiences that'll have you stop motioning in your tracks.

Ready to level up? We’re bringing the voices behind your fave video game characters to the show for Q&As and meet and greets. Plus, you can play all day at our Gaming Arena with video game tournaments, free play, and tabletop games.

Gaming voice actor announcements for 2026 coming soon.

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. Check the schedule for specific topics, days, and times.

The 2026 schedule will be released closer to the show.

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.

Community Groups are taking over the show floor. Meet fellow fans, celebrate over your shared fandom, and discover all the amazing community groups at this year's event.

Whether you're a Whovian or Jedi, a cosplayer or crafter, you can find friends at FAN EXPO Cleveland by joining our Cosplay Meetups. Check the schedule closer to the show for specifics.

Burp your Baby Grogus and bring them to our Kids' Zone. Get ready to craft the day away, join in on cosplay events for the kids, and check out lots of other activities the whole family can enjoy.

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.

Keep your feed poppin' all weekend long. Whether you're taking pics with friends, posing with fandom fave cosplayers, or purchasing the celebrity photo op of your dreams, it's going to be a picture-perfect weekend.