AFTER HOURS ATTRACTIONS

Thursday, May 28 at 8:30 PM | The Slate Hotel

Get ready for the ultimate art battle. Watch incredibly talented illustrators go head-to-head in real time, racing against the clock to create stunning pieces featuring your fave characters. It's an intense creative showdown with a DJ spinning beats to fuel the energy. When the dust settles, you can snag one of the masterpieces you just watched come to life. Just flash your FAN EXPO Denver 2026 badge and dive into the action.

Friday, May 29 from 8:30-10:30 PM | Theater 4

These comedians know how to work a crowd, and you're invited to be part of it. Take a seat for hilarious sets with Keveloh and Associates that deliver non-stop laughs and great energy.

Friday, May 29 from 7:30-9 PM | Theater 3

For those who were always deemed nerdy, these performers are here to be geeky and cheeky with a nostalgic burlesque celebration of the characters, cartoons, video games, and comic book icons that shaped generations. Presented by Strange Onstage.

Saturday, May 30 from 7-9 PM | The Slate

Take an artistic journey through Middle-earth. Forge your own Dwarven pot, join an artist-led drawing session, or color at your own pace. Create something to keep or contribute to the communal Tree Ent project. All ages and skill levels welcome, so grab a drink and make your masterpiece.

Saturday, May 30 from 7 PM-2 AM | Coyote Ugly

For one night at Coyote Ugly, reality will cease to exist, and the fantasy realms will take over. This late-night journey is for adventure seekers, so gather your crew and get ready to party all night long. Bring your FAN EXPO Denver badge for a special ‘Buy 1 Get 1 First Round’ deal and $5 wild fire shots.

Sunday, May 31 at 5:30 PM

Join The Lord of the Rings 25th Anniversary Reunion Tour: A Once-in-a-Generation Celebration as Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd reunite for to celebrate 25 years of Middle-earth magic. Choose from an exclusive backstage pass, team-up or individual photo ops and autographs, and tickets to their special panel, An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years.