Following a huge 2025, Portsmouth Comic Con is returning for an even bigger event in 2026!

Portsmouth Comic Con – International Festival of Comics returns bringing you the best in Comics, Film, TV and Pop Culture entertainment! Welcoming some of the greatest writers and illustrators in the industry, alongside stars of the screen and the wonderful world of cosplay! With panels, displays, exhibitions, gaming, VR, and an incredible range of merch and collectables. If you’re serious about comics, love Marvel/DC and cult series or are simply looking for a fun day out for all the family – this is the event for you

Monday 4th May 2026

Blackburn Rovers Football Club
Premier Suite
Ewood Park
Nuttall Street
BB2 4JF

Doors Open 10.30am until 4.30pm

On The Day Prices

Adults £15

Child 4-13 £7.50

Under 4’s Free

Star Wars Fan Fun Day is an event for Star Wars fans by Star Wars fans started in 2008, the first event was held at the Clayton Conference centre with one guest and over 400 attendees. Since then it has moved to Burnley Football Club and grown from strength to strength and now, in its 15th year has moved to Blackburn Rovers Football Club, and continues to attracts huge numbers of fans and is one of the biggest and most recognised events in the north.
It’s an event enjoyed by both die hard fans and families alike and has raised thousands of pounds for charity.

This years show will feature

Autograph guests
Stalls selling Star Wars and other Sci-Fi memorabilia
Costume characters from the UK’s leading Costume Clubs and life-size props
Highly detailed model displays
Shoot a trooper
charity tombola and other activities.

Past Guests have included.

Dave Prowse
Kenny Baker
Femi Taylor
Jeremy Bulloch
Garrich Hagon
Richard Le Parmentier
Derek Lyons
Cathy Munroe
Alan Harris
Chris Parsons
Alan Flyng
Guy Henry
Taylor Gray
Ingvild Delia
Julian Glover

The Mandalorian and Grogu, announced as The Mandalorian & Grogu, is a Star Wars movie that started production in 2024. Directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, and Dave Filoni, it takes place between the events of Episode VI: Return of the Jedi and Episode VII: The Force Awakens, focuses on the adventures of Din Djarin and Din Grogu, and will be a spinoff to the TV series Star Wars: The Mandalorian. The film was announced on January 9 that year on StarWars.com with a conceptual sketch by veteran illustrator Ryan Church, along with an announcement of a second season of the television series Star Wars: Ahsoka. A fourth season of The Mandalorian is also still in development.

On May 7, 2019, Disney revealed their future movie release schedule, including a set of three untitled new Star Wars films, one of which had a scheduled release date of December 20, 2024. The Star Wars Show also reported on the news on May 15. On July 23, 2020, after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the film was delayed to December 19, 2025. After the start of the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike, Disney shifted their theatrical film release slate, with the film being pushed to its current release date of May 22, 2026. A film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy occupied this release slot until The Mandalorian & Grogu was announced.

Star Wars Insider 224 revealed the initial film logo was the same as the one for The Mandalorian Season Three. In August 2024, during D23 2024, it was revealed that the film had entered production, and a new logo was revealed, in addition to a teaser that was shown to the audience. In August 2024, Sigourney Weaver revealed that she had joined the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu.

Alongside the release of the movie, Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run will be updated to include a new mission featuring Djarin, Grogu, Tatooine, Endor and Cloud City, which takes place off camera from the film.

Time to get excited for the best weekend of the year! We can’t wait to welcome you back for an unforgettable three-day celebration of all things pop culture as MCM returns to ExCeL London 22nd – 24th May 2026.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you back for another three-day celebration of all things pop culture! Don’t miss the chance to meet your anime, TV and film stars, the joy of browsing art from independent creators, the freedom to be yourself and all the special little moments you don’t get anywhere else. We’re excited to welcome you home to the greatest show of the year. Are you ready?

Click here to find out more about what’s on at the show.

FRIDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 10am – 6pm
General Entry Tickets: 12pm – 6pm

SATURDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 9am – 7pm
General Entry Tickets: 11am – 7pm

SUNDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 10am – 5pm
General Entry Tickets: 12pm – 5pm

ExCeL London
1 Western Gateway
Royal Docks London, England E16 1XL

 

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WE ARE BACK in July 2026 with the return of Showmasters London Film & Comic Con at Olympia London!

Taking place on Saturday 13th & Sunday the 14th of June 2026, London Film & Comic Con promises to bring you some of your favourite stars from TV, Film and Comics as well as a whole host of fun activities including photo shoots, panels, autograph sessions and hundreds of stalls full of TV and Film memorabilia to browse.

Saturday the 13th of June – 9am to 7pm
Sunday the 14th of June – 9am to 6pm

Olympia London
Hammersmith Road
London
W14 8UX

On 12-13 July we ran our first ever event at NEC Birmingham, and we’re excited to announce that we will be BACK next year.
We’re all a fan of something, and Comic Con Midlands is the best place to celebrate all things pop culture. As well as having the chance to meet your heroes, get an item signed or a photo, many guests will also appear live on stage so you’ll get to hear directly about their new projects and previous roles.
Outside of the celebs you can get your picture taken with some of our unique props and set builds; watch the fabulous cosplayers strut their stuff on stage (or join them); test yours skills in our retro and modern gaming areas; or browse through the unique gifts in our trader and artist areas with a large show floor for the perfect shopping experience for everyone in our community.
The shared fandoms and sense of community is central to everything we do. Fans from all over the UK come together at our shows every year to share their love of comics, fantasy, sci-fi, gaming, horror and cosplay. To find and bond with like-minded individuals who share their interests.
We’ll continue to grow and evolve this event as a place you can celebrate your community fandoms, discover new ones and most of all have fun

At Festival of the Force, our mission is to deliver an unforgettable, immersive experience for Star Wars fans right here in the UK. As the largest convention of its kind, our central location makes it easily accessible to enthusiasts from across the nation! We are passionate about celebrating the vast and iconic Star Wars universe while building a strong sense of community among collectors, fans, and cosplayers of all ages. With a galaxy of Star Wars merchandise, celebrity appearances, and fan-led events, we strive to connect all force wielders to ignite the excitement of the fandom.

An Out-of-This-World Lineup Awaits

Rebel Scum Con 2026 is bringing together an incredible array of talent from a galaxy far, far away. From iconic Star Wars actors to visionary creators, our guests are here to share stories, sign autographs, and create unforgettable memories. Explore the full lineup and get ready to meet the legends who bring the Star Wars universe to life!

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The opening hours as are follows ;

Saturday

9.30am (Early Entry), 11am (General Entry) – 6pm (Last entry 5pm)

Trade hall and all other rooms close at 6pm. Auditorium remains open until 7pm for Esports finals (Aug 2023)

Sunday

9.30am (Early Entry), 11am (General Entry) – 5pm (Last entry 4pm)

Trade hall and all other rooms close at 5pm. Auditorium remains open until 7pm for Esports finals (Aug 2023)

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art celebrates the power of visual storytelling. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum explores how images move us and shape our collective memory. From Frida Kahlo’s self-portrait to Norman Rockwell’s scenes of everyday life to Charles White’s portraits of dignity. Each invites reflection. Each tells a story.

Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD, the Lucas Museum is located in Exposition Park in the South Los Angeles region. The museum’s campus includes new green space designed by Mia Lehrer and her team at Studio-MLA. Inside the building, our galleries explore timeless themes—family, love, work, play, fantasy, and more. Additional spaces include two state-of-the-art cinematic theaters and dedicated areas for learning, dining, retail, and events.

George Lucas and Mellody Hobson share a conviction that illustrated stories connect people across cultures and generations. Their decades of collecting span iconic American painting and popular illustration, comics, and cinematic art.

Lucas, creator of the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises, and founder of the George Lucas Educational Foundation began collecting in college, when the only art he could afford was original comic art for $30. Over 50 years, that collection has grown to more than 40,000 works. “I could never sell my art,” Lucas says. “It just is not what I think art is. I think it’s more about an emotional connection with the work, not how much it cost.”

Hobson, in addition to managing Ariel Investments, is the former chair of Starbucks Corporation and serves as a director of JPMorganChase.

In 2010, Hobson and Lucas signed the Giving Pledge, a campaign and public promise by some of the world’s wealthiest philanthropists to give the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. The pair is committed to improving education, particularly through the arts. “We’ve always said we’re holding society’s money, which we fully intend to give back,” Hobson says. “This is how we’re doing it.”

If you love your Batman, Iron Man, Dr Who or any other type of complete “Nerdity” then this is the place for you. NORCON has previously been voted among the UK’s top 10 Comic Cons by arts and entertainment guide ‘The List’. We are exceptionally proud that our hard work and passion has been recognised. We have worked hard on our reputation and our credibility. Described by ‘SciFi Now Magazine’ as, “..probably the friendliest convention on Earth”.

With displays, exhibits, celebrities, talks and loads of traders from across the galaxy selling everything from clothing and other merchandise to unique, bespoke cosplay accessories.

Come along and soak up the geeky goodness that is NORCON.

Who will you bump into? It may be the Daleks, R2 D2, Iron Man, who knows? It could be Disney Characters, it could be Zombies…. Just come along and embrace your inner geek!

NORCON also supports various charities and every year we randomly select a charity that we support and help in some way.

Now we are having another whole weekend of wonderful cosplay, guests, traders, stage talks all in a family friendly atmosphere and held at the Norfolk Showground Arena on the 26th & 27th September 2026.

DATES: Thursday October 15 – Saturday October 17, 2026

Thurs (10/15): Preview Night

Fri & Sat (10/16-17): Full Event Days with Evening Entertainment

VENUE: DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando

Address: 5780 Major Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

The official venue room block will open shortly after badges go on sale.

Event badge & room block sale dates are expected to be announced in a few weeks.

PLEASE DO NOT BOOK A ROOM UNTIL THE OFFICIAL ROOM BLOCK OPENS

The ability to have Halcy-Con 3 and for us to make it the best event in the galaxy absolutely depends on attendees staying onsite in the official room block.

Reservation dates within the room block can extend three days before and three days after Halcy-Con…perfect for adding a few theme park days!

There will be perks for attendees staying in the official room block.

We’ve heard your feedback, and there will be event badge tiers in 2026! Every badge type will provide an amazing Halcy-Con experience, with the upper tier(s) including some extra Halcy-Magic!

Time to get excited for the best weekend of the year! We can’t wait to welcome you back for an unforgettable three-day celebration of all things pop culture as MCM returns to ExCeL London 23rd – 25th October 2026.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you back for another three-day celebration of all things pop culture! Don’t miss the chance to meet your anime, TV and film stars, the joy of browsing art from independent creators, the freedom to be yourself and all the special little moments you don’t get anywhere else. We’re excited to welcome you home to the greatest show of the year. Are you ready?

Click here to find out more about what’s on at the show.

FRIDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 10am – 6pm
General Entry Tickets: 12pm – 6pm

SATURDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 9am – 7pm
General Entry Tickets: 11am – 7pm

SUNDAY:
Priority Entry Tickets: 10am – 5pm
General Entry Tickets: 12pm – 5pm

ExCeL London
1 Western Gateway
Royal Docks London, England E16 1XL

Lucca Comics & Games

The leading pop event in the West in terms of visitor numbers, cultural offerings, media exposure, and the number and quality of Italian and international guests.

Between late October and early November, hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts, families, collectors, and the curious flock to Lucca’s city center to celebrate the worlds of comics, board games, video games, illustration, film, theme songs, and television series. The latest publishing releases from 700 exhibitors from around the world, along with film premieres, exhibitions, hundreds of events, including talks, theater performances, and concerts, and the cosplay community. In one of Italy’s most fascinating medieval historic centers, everyone “can be a hero, even if only for five days.”

Lucca Comics & Games

The leading pop event in the West in terms of visitor numbers, cultural offerings, media exposure, and the number and quality of Italian and international guests.

Between late October and early November, hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts, families, collectors, and the curious flock to Lucca’s city center to celebrate the worlds of comics, board games, video games, illustration, film, theme songs, and television series. The latest publishing releases from 700 exhibitors from around the world, along with film premieres, exhibitions, hundreds of events, including talks, theater performances, and concerts, and the cosplay community. In one of Italy’s most fascinating medieval historic centers, everyone “can be a hero, even if only for five days.”