Fan Expo Canada 2026: Toronto’s Pop-Culture Spectacle August 27-30
August 27 – 30, 2026
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto
Toronto is gearing up for one of the country’s most vibrant pop-culture celebrations: Fan Expo Canada 2026, taking place August 27-30, 2026, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Known as Canada’s largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event—and the third-largest pop-culture convention in North America—this four-day extravaganza invites fans of all ages to immerse themselves in a world of fandom.
With attendance figures often surpassing 135,000, Fan Expo Canada is a can’t-miss event for enthusiasts of every stripe. Attendees can expect an unmatched lineup that includes celebrity Q&As, autograph sessions, photo-ops, themed panels, cosplay spectacles, and a sprawling exhibitor hall packed with collectibles, comics, gaming stations, and exclusive merchandise.
Highlighting the 2025 schedule are several remarkable special experiences. On Friday, August 22, at 7:00 PM, fans can relive the magic of Back to the Future with “An Evening with Marty and Doc,” featuring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd. The following Saturday, August 23, brings two more fan-favourite events: Jim Lee: Live on Stage, with comic-book luminary Jim Lee offering exclusive sketches and autographs, followed by Smallville Nights at 7:00 PM with Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum delivering nostalgic performances, keepsakes, and prizes.
But the fun doesn’t stop there. The expo bursts with vibrant programming—from Maid Café meet-ups inspired by Akihabara culture to drag spectaculars, D&D live-play nights, cosplay contests, and after-hours events like Comics Xplosion, where artists compete live in paint duels, complete with a DJ and auction opportunities.
Whether you’re after celebrity encounters, collectible treasures, immersive performances, or community camaraderie, Fan Expo Canada 2025 delivers all that and more. Mark your calendar for August 27-30, 2026, and prepare to step into a playground of pop-culture passion.
Show Hours:
Thursday 4 PM – 9 PM^
Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
^ Special Preview on Thursday at 2 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 4-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.
Tickets can be purchased here and you can find the event website here.