February 14 - 16, 2026
Vancouver Convention Centre - West Building
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The fun doesn't end when the show floor closes! Our after parties & events ensure every fan's schedule is stacked all weekend long. Sign up for our e-newsletter to receive afterparty & event updates.
AN EVENING WITH THE HOBBITS: IN CELEBRATION OF 25 YEARS
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 7 PM — LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE
Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM — SOLD OUT
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.
SMALLVILLE NIGHTS
Saturday, February 14 at 7:30 PM
Ready to feel 10 seasons of nostalgia? Tom Welling is bringing you the magic of Smallville. From reading iconic scenes to directing fans in unforgettable moments, this one-night-only event promises a blast of the past and a few surprises. Leave with a special keepsake, and get a chance to win prizes straight from Tom’s collection. Don’t miss this ultimate Smallville throwback.
Comics Xplosion
Saturday, February 14 at 8:30 PM | Rec Room Granville
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 Vancouver 2026 badge and dive into the action.
Access is included with any FAN EXPO Vancouver 2026 badge.
ROCKBAND KARAOKE PRE-PARTY
Friday, February 13 from 8-11 PM | Rec Room Granville, The Palms
Come unleash your inner rock star. Bonus Stage presents: Rockband Karaoke: a night of Rockband 4 free play on a real stage. Form a band with old or new friends and make the crowd go wild. You’ve got over 1,500 songs from multiple decades and genres to choose from. Take your pick.
Looking for a group? Sign up to fill in on any given instrument or rally your friends or nearest neighbours to perform your favourite song. No Fail Mode is enabled, so everyone can enjoy playing and listening to full tracks.