AFTER HOURS

Get ready for Comic Xplosion – an electrifying live art showcase where master illustrators like Fabrizio De Tommaso, David Messina, Jae Lee, Bill Morrison, Jonboy Meyers, Ben Templesmith, and more will create jaw-dropping pieces to the beat of the music. Stroll through this dynamic showcase and watch as art literally comes to life around you. You'll also have the exclusive opportunity to bring these masterpieces home as all art created during the event will be available for purchase. This epic debut event is a must for every comic fan and art lover. Entry is included with Friday, 3-Day/Ultimate Fan, VIP badge to FAN EXPO San Francisco 2024. Don't miss out on the action.

DATE: Friday, November 29
TIME: 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Moscone Center West, Level Two

We’re keeping Artist Alley open until 11 PM so you don’t miss a thing. Shop your favorite artists, grab a drink from our cash bar, and enjoy a relaxed night of fandom finds. Late night shopping has never been better.

DATE: Friday, November 29
TIME: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
LOCATION: Artist Alley, Exhibitor Floor

Need to relax from a fun day of celebrities, panels, and shopping? Join FAN EXPO for an evening of adult coloring fun with other like-minded fans and a cash bar with beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks.

DATE: Friday, November 29
TIME: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Workshops – Room 2000

Hang out with friends after hours at the Friendiverse. Play your favorite retro board game, stack up some giant Jenga, and make a friendship bracelet for a friend. It’s the chilliest after-hours event ever.

DATE: Friday, November 29
TIME: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Friendiverse Lounge - Room 2008

Get your vocals warmed up and your kigurumi (that’s an adorable, oversized onesie) zipped—karaoke night is back with a twist. Whether you’re channeling your favorite anime character or just here for the fun, the stage is calling. And for those showing up in kigurumis? You’ll get VIP treatment right to the front of the line. It's about to be a night of epic performances and memories to match.

DATE: Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30
TIME: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Anime HQ – Room 2004

Journey to the Secret Lair at DNA Lounge for the best after party a comic book or sci-fi fan could ask for. You can watch fandom characters come to life at the burlesque and drag show, laugh your heart out to fan-made parodies, and sing along to your favorite movie soundtracks. If you plan to head there from the show, keep your cosplay on. There's a costume contest after the event.

AGE: 18+
DATE: Saturday, November 30
TIME: 8:00 PM - 2:30 AM
LOCATION: DNA Lounge 375 11th Street, San Francisco, CA
PRICE: Special FAN EXPO Attendee Price - use code DARKSABER for $5 off presale tickets, or show your badge at the door for $5 off the ticket price.

Join Emmy® Award-winning cartoonist Joe Wos for a fun filled night of drinking and drawing. Everyone, artists and non-artists alike, will have the chance to win amazing WACOM prizes. Make sure to bring your show badge to enter the event.

AGE: 21+
DATE: Sunday, December 1
TIME: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
LOCATION: NATOMA CABANA (LOFT AREA) 90 Natoma St, San Francisco, CA 94105
PRICE: Show your FAN EXPO badge for free entry, drinks are for available for purchase