Edition 2027
FAN EXPO Philadelphia 2027
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Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United StatesFrequency
AnnualAbout the Event
Description
FAN EXPO Canada is the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event in Canada and the second largest in North America. This four-day pop culture extravaganza attracts hundreds of thousands of fans to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The event features a massive retail floor, world-class celebrity guests, sketch duels, workshops, and intensive programming. It serves as a premier hub for fans to meet their idols, discover new artists in Artist Alley, and participate in themed cosplaying, making it a cornerstone of the global fan community.
Exhibits
Over 400,000 square feet of shopping including rare comics, original art, memorabilia, DVDs, and unique apparel from hundreds of specialized retailers.
Activities
Cosplay masquerades, escape rooms, tabletop gaming tournaments, community meetups, and professional workshops on voice acting and comic creation.
Speakers
Q&A panels featuring legendary Hollywood actors, voice talent from popular anime, world-renowned comic book artists, and industry pioneers.
Demos
Hands-on previews of upcoming video games, live makeup effects demonstrations, and interactive robotics or tech showcases in the family zone.
Accessibility
From Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), take the Union Pearson (UP) Express to Union Station. The Metro Toronto Convention Centre is a short walk via the SkyWalk. Public transit via TTC subways and GO Transit also converges at Union Station.
Exhibitor Count
1000
Expected Attendance
135000
Ticket
Single Day Pass
- Access to the show floor and panels for one specific day.
4-Day Pass
- Full access to the event for the entire duration of the convention.
VIP Package
- Includes priority entry, exclusive lounge access, and limited edition merchandise.
Location
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