THE ULTIMATE FANDOM NEWSLETTER

Next release: November 13 | 4 PM EDT

THE ULTIMATE FANDOM NEWSLETTER

Next release: November 13 | 4 PM EDT

FAN EXPO CHICAGO 2026

MEETING YOUR HEROES

ANIME AFTER DARK

COMICS XPLOSION

CHICAGO CUBS FIRST PITCH

Hayden Christensen walks across the pitcher’s mound, smiling warmly in his Cubs jersey and cap as fans watch from the stands.

Hayden Christensen shakes hands with Clark the Cub mascot near the field, both wearing Cubs jerseys as the stadium crowd looks on.

PHENOMENAL PANELS

CELEB-RATIONS

VICTORIOUS VOICES

Five Naruto voice actors sit on stage, laughing and joking together during their lively panel.

Six cast members from My Hero Academia sit side by side on stage, smiling and interacting with the crowd during their panel.

The Helluva Boss cast sits on stage in front of a large audience, laughing and chatting with fans during their panel.

Three members of the Halo cast sit together on stage, smiling and laughing while answering questions from fans.

CRAFTY COSPLAY

COSPLAY RED CARPET

MASTERS OF COSPLAY: WINDY CITY QUALIFIER

Four cosplayers stand together on stage, one in a bright armored pig-inspired costume holding a “Runner-Up” certificate while the others in colorful period and fantasy outfits smile beside them.

FAN EXPO CHICAGO: OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY

ONE PARTY TO RULE THEM ALL

A teenager flips through a binder of Pokémon trading cards while sitting at a table in the gaming area, stacks of cards and binders spread out around him.

RELIVE THE FUN

FAN EXPO Chicago 2026 Full Recap

It was more than a weekend—it was a celebration of everything we love. Relive iconic panels, showstopping cosplay, and unforgettable moments from FAN EXPO Chicago 2026.