Join hundreds of thousands of fans at Megacon Orlando 2027, the ultimate celebration of comics, anime, gaming, and pop culture from May 20 to 23 at the Orange County Convention Center.
Dates
20–23 May 2027
City / country
Orlando, United States
Venue
Orange County Convention Center
Event overview
Megacon Orlando 2027 is the ultimate geek paradise, featuring a wide array of attractions including celebrity Q&As, panels, and cosplay competitions. This four-day event draws in fans from all over, celebrating everything from comics to anime and gaming.
With a bustling show floor and a lineup of world-renowned guests, attendees can expect an unforgettable experience filled with shopping, entertainment, and community. Megacon Orlando 2027 takes place in Orlando, United States.
TL;DR
MEGACON Orlando packs the Orange County Convention Center with the programming fan audiences actually plan travel around: celebrity guest panels and photo ops, Artist Alley tables run by comic illustrators and indie creators, cosplay contests and costume meet-ups, and a show floor of comic dealers, collectible toy and pop-culture resellers, tabletop and video game exhibitors, and anime merchandise booths.
Exhibitors gain access to a large audience of passionate fans eager to discover new products and experiences. The event offers excellent visibility and the chance to engage directly with potential customers, making it a valuable opportunity for businesses in the pop culture sector.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Orange County Convention Center, 9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819, United States
Orange County Convention Center in Orlando typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Orange County Convention Center in Orlando typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Orange County Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Who runs the show
FAN EXPO HQ
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
MEGACON Orlando 2026 wrapped as a record-breaking event, with coverage highlighting a Lord of the Rings/Middle-earth celebration and a record-breaking celebrity roster. It was described as one of North America's largest celebrations of fandom and Florida's biggest pop culture event. The 2026 edition brought fans together for a weekend of celebrities, exhibitors, and fandom programming at the Orange County Convention Center.
Exhibitor outcomes
MEGACON Orlando 2026 wrapped as a record-breaking event, with coverage highlighting a Lord of the Rings/Middle-earth celebration and a record-breaking celebrity roster. It was described as one of North America's largest celebrations of fandom and Florida's biggest pop culture event. The 2026 edition brought fans together for a weekend of celebrities, exhibitors, and fandom programming at the Orange County Convention Center.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2027-05-20 to 2027-05-23, Megacon Orlando 2027 in Orlando covering Comic books and graphic novels, Anime merchandise and collectibles, Video games and gaming accessories, Cosplay costumes gives technology buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Primary gateway for MEGACON Orlando; take FL-528 (Beachline Expressway) west toward International Drive for the Orange County Convention Center
TBA
to venue
Approx. 20-25 min
by car
Secondary Orlando airport north of the city; longer transfer than MCO and served by a smaller set of carriers
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-50 min
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa
Guest rating 4.3 from roughly 32.2K reviews; amenities include breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center. Google Travel listed a heavily discounted rate during the mission capture; confirm live pricing.
Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando
Guest rating 4.0; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), outdoor pool, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness center, bar.
Hyatt Place Orlando / I-Drive / Convention Center
Guest rating 4.3 from Google Travel hotel listings near the Orange County Convention Center.
Days Inn by Wyndham Orlando Conv. Center/International Dr
Guest rating 3.7; Wi-Fi (paid), free parking, outdoor pool, air conditioning, fitness center, breakfast, restaurant, accessible rooms.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
rideshare / taxi
Fastest option for badge pickup day; allow extra time during convention-week traffic on FL-528 and International Drive.
rideshare / taxi
SFB is the secondary Orlando gateway; most international arrivals use MCO instead.
walk
Google Travel lists these hotels 620 m to 1 km from the Orange County Convention Center, so walking or a short shuttle ride covers the last mile.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Orlando in late May is warm and humid, with the wet season beginning around the date of the show. Expect afternoon thunderstorms and brief downpours; indoor convention halls are strongly air-conditioned, so a light layer helps during long panels.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US mobile networks cover the Orange County Convention Center and International Drive well; most international visitors buy a prepaid US SIM or eSIM on arrival at MCO. Hotel Wi-Fi on International Drive is common, though some properties charge for it, so check before booking.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Cosplay etiquette
Orlando is a cosplay-heavy show: always ask before photographing a costumed attendee, do not touch props or wigs, and step out of walkways for photos so hall traffic keeps moving. A polite 'may I take your photo?' is the norm.
Dress code
MEGACON Orlando is a fan convention - casual clothing and full cosplay are both normal, and exhibitors or press usually go smart-casual. Halls are strongly air-conditioned, so a light layer helps across long panel blocks.
Tipping
US tipping norms apply in Orlando: 18-20 percent at sit-down restaurants, a dollar or two per drink at bars, and a small tip for hotel housekeeping. Rideshare drivers expect the in-app tip rather than cash.
Queues and personal space
Panels, will-call and autograph desks run on orderly single-file queues, and cutting is taken seriously. Expect close crowding on the dealer floor on Saturday and keep backpacks in front of you in narrow aisles.
Arrival and local pace
Collect badges early on the first morning or use will-call before the opening panel; International Drive traffic peaks mid-morning and the main entrance security queue is longest in the first hour. Orlando service staff are informal and chatty - a greeting before a request goes a long way.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: MCO
Book flights to MCO when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare SFB only if fares are materially lower.
Visa Waiver Program nationals can enter the US for business visitor purposes for up to 90 days with an approved ESTA. Other nationalities generally need a B-1 business visitor visa (or B-2 for tourism), applied for at a US embassy or consulate before travel.
Processing: Visa Waiver Program ESTA decisions are usually immediate but can take up to 72 hours; B-1/B-2 interview wait times vary by consulate and can run weeks to months, so apply as soon as your travel dates are set.
Bring your MEGACON Orlando registration confirmation and any exhibitor or press invitation to the visa interview and to the US port of entry. Check current rules on travel.state.gov before booking flights.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Orlando International (MCO): Approx. 20-25 min; Orlando Sanford International (SFB): Approx. 40-50 min. Allow road or rail time to Orange County Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Orange County Convention Center: International Drive / near Orange County Convention Center (approx. 620 m): Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa; International Drive / Pointe Orlando (approx. 1 km from the convention center): Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando; International Drive / Convention Center district: Hyatt Place Orlando / I-Drive / Convention Center.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft are widely available around Orlando International Airport, International Drive, and the convention center.
Public transit: LYNX bus service covers International Drive; the I-Ride Trolley runs along I-Drive near many hotels.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Orange County Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2027
Temperature: Late May in Orlando: approx. 21-32 C (70-90 F), warm and humid, with the wet season starting around the show window. Expect afternoon thunderstorms and short heavy downpours, plus very cold air conditioning inside the convention halls - pack a light layer and a compact umbrella. Values are climatological planning ranges, not a forecast; check a local forecast in the final week.
Seasonality: Late May marks the start of Orlando's wet season; afternoon thunderstorms and short heavy showers are common, with high humidity building through the day.
Packing: Pack light, breathable clothing for warm humid days, a compact rain shell or umbrella for afternoon storms, comfortable walking shoes for the convention floor, and a light layer for heavily air-conditioned halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Megacon Orlando 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Lock your badge and badge tier — Buy through fanexpohq.com/megaconorlando and screenshot the confirmation; decide whether you want single-day badges or the full-run pass based on the published day-by-day schedule.
Book the International Drive hotel — Compare properties within roughly 600 m to 1 km of the convention center so you can walk to the halls; confirm whether parking and breakfast are included before you commit.
Map your guest priorities — List the featured guests you want to see and note whether each requires a separately ticketed autograph or photo op; those sessions sell out ahead of the show and are not interchangeable with general admission.
Build a panel and floor plan — Open the official schedule, mark the headline panels, then sequence Artist Alley and dealer-floor time around them. Leave a buffer between halls - the convention center campus is large.
Resolve flights and airport transfer — MCO is the primary gateway at roughly 20-25 minutes from the venue; book a transfer or plan rideshare. Add an extra hour on the first morning if you are collecting a badge at will-call.
Settle your cosplay and prop plan — Read the current prop policy for replica weapons and oversized items, plan a repair kit with needle, thread, glue and tape, and pack a light layer - the halls are strongly air-conditioned.
Prepare the signing kit — If you are meeting guests, pack the comics, prints or items you want signed in a rigid folder, plus cash or card for on-site purchases and a tote for the dealer floor.
Check weather and pack for storms — Late May in Orlando is humid with a real chance of afternoon thunderstorms; pack a compact umbrella or poncho, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes for long days on concrete floors.
Set a daily budget — Separate the badge, food, transport and guest-session spend from the merchandise budget; card acceptance varies by vendor, so carry some cash for Artist Alley and small dealers.
Confirm opening hours and hall entry — Recheck the official schedule for any changes to guest appearances, panel times or floor opening, and confirm the venue entrance that matches your badge type.
Arrive early and collect credentials first — Aim to clear will-call before the first panel block; International Drive traffic peaks mid-morning and the security queue at the main entrance is longest in the first hour.
Replan for the next day — Cross off sold-out guests, check any newly announced panels, restock cash and charge devices; the schedule can shift, so verify before committing a full day to one hall.
Registration and hall orientation at Orange County Convention Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Megacon Orlando 2027 registration concourse
Orange County Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Orange County Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Megacon Orlando 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Megacon Orlando 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Comic books and graphic novels and Anime merchandise and collectibles solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Megacon Orlando 2027 in Orlando.
Min. budget
$490.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Comic books and graphic novels and Anime merchandise and collectibles products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,205.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Orlando show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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