{"id":158658,"date":"2026-04-06T17:19:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T17:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/158658\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T17:19:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T17:19:12","slug":"fan-expo-philadelphia-takes-over-the-convention-center-this-may-with-celebrity-guests-and-cosplay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/158658\/","title":{"rendered":"FAN EXPO Philadelphia takes over the Convention Center this May with celebrity guests and cosplay"},"content":{"rendered":"

FAN EXPO Philadelphia returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from May 29-31 with a packed weekend of celebrity appearances, panels, cosplay and fan-focused events.<\/p>\n

The three-day convention brings together a wide mix of fandoms, including comics, anime, gaming, sci-fi, fantasy and horror. Programming ranges from large Q&A panels to smaller meetups and workshops.<\/p>\n

Attendees can meet celebrity guests during Q&As, autograph sessions and photo ops. The lineup includes Orlando Bloom, David Tennant, Elijah Wood and Sean Astin, along with voice actors from anime and video games.<\/p>\n

Comic fans can expect appearances from creators including Jim Lee, Frank Miller and Joe Quesada, plus panels, live drawing competitions and an Artist Alley with original artwork.<\/p>\n

Cosplay is a major part of the weekend, with competitions, themed meetups and a red carpet-style showcase. There is also a gaming area with tournaments and free play, anime panels and trivia, and a large show floor filled with vendors selling comics, collectibles and merchandise.<\/p>\n

A kids\u2019 zone will offer family-friendly activities, and additional after-hours events, including a live art battle on May 30, will take place outside the main show floor.<\/p>\n

Tickets vary by day and package, with advance pricing available through May 14. Three-day passes start at $89, while single-day tickets range from $40 to $55 depending on the day. Family passes ($85-$120) and youth tickets ($35-$45) are also available, and children ages 6-12 can attend for $12 for the full weekend. Premium packages, including VIP options, go up to $429. Additional fees apply for autographs, photo ops and select experiences.<\/p>\n

FAN EXPO Philadelphia<\/a><\/p>\n

May 29-31
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St.
Philadelphia, PA. 19107<\/p>\n

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