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TORONTO, ON (June 18, 2026) - Marking its landmark 30th edition this August, FAN EXPO Canada returns with an explosive first wave of celebrity guests, unveiling a standout lineup for Canada’s biggest celebration of sci-fi, fantasy, horror, gaming and anime. Taking place from August 27-30 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the event closes the summer break with a bang before the return to school.
Attracting more than 130,000 fans annually, FAN EXPO Canada delivers four days packed with fandom-fuelled experiences. In addition to meeting their favourite celebrities, fans of all ages can dive into immersive attractions, explore over 1,000 exhibitors, attend star-studded panels, strike a pose on the Cosplay Red Carpet, wander through Artist Alley, and shop on the massive retail floor filled with exclusive collectibles and limited-edition merch.
“FAN EXPO Canada’s 30th show marks three decades of bringing fans together to celebrate everything they love—iconic franchises, unforgettable experiences and the stars who bring beloved characters to life,” said Andrew Moyes, Vice President, FAN EXPO HQ. “This year is about epic reunions, once-in-a-lifetime fan moments and celebrating fandom at its biggest scale yet.”
One of the marquee events at this year's show is the once-in-a-generation reunion celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings. Fans can journey back to Middle-earth with cast members Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, David Wenham and John Rhys-Davies. The reunion includes An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years, along with exclusive photo opportunities and autograph sessions. Collectors can also pre-order exclusive The Lord of the Rings merchandise by W?t? Workshop now for pickup at FAN EXPO Canada.
This year’s star-studded lineup includes former WWE World Champion turned Hollywood superstar John Cena, acclaimed film and television veterans Mel Gibson (Lethal Weapon, Mad Max), Alan Ritchson (Reacher), Dean Norris (Breaking Bad) and the sword-wielding Highlander immortal Christopher Lambert.
The nostalgia continues as Sean Astin joins his fellow treasure hunters from The Goonies, including Kerri Green, Robert Davi, Joe Pantoliano, Martha Plimpton and Corey Feldman. Feldman is also representing The Lost Boys along with his co-star Jamison Newlander, bringing the iconic Frog Brothers back together for fans of the cult vampire classic.
From mysterious islands to monsters lurking in the Upside Down, Lost fan-favourites Josh Holloway and Henry Ian Cusick make their FAN EXPO Canada debut, alongside returning actor and Hawkins' coolest mom Cara Buono. Adding a touch of fairy-tale magic, Colin O’Donoghue will also sail back into Toronto.
The Mobile Infantry will redeploy at FAN EXPO Canada with Starship Troopers stars Denise Richards, Michael Ironside, Casper Van Dien, Dina Meyer and Jake Busey. More than 25 years after battling the Arachnids, fans can relive one of cinema's most enduring cult sci-fi epics.
From there, the adventure blasts off to a galaxy far, far away. Stepping out from behind Din Djarin’s armour is Brendan Wayne, the fearless masked bounty hunter from The Mandalorian. He is joined by Alessandro Juliani from Battlestar Galactica and Matthew Wood from Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. Adding even more excitement to the Star Wars lineup are Sam Witwer (Maul), Vanessa Marshall (Rook Kast) and David W. Collins (B1 Battle Droid), who will also make their way to FAN EXPO Canada.
Bringing magic, mayhem and girl power to the show floor are Ji-Young Yoo, the voice of Zoey in the global smash hit KPop Demon Hunters, The Boys star Erin Moriarty and Broadway’s Wicked standout Lilli Cooper. Cooper is also joined by fellow Hazbin Hotel musical demon voice artists and two-time Tony winner Christian Borle (Something Rotten!), Joel Perez and Krystina Alabado.
Anime enthusiasts can meet legendary voice talent Maile Flanagan (Naruto), Sarah Natochenny (Pokémon), Christopher Sabat (One Piece), and the cast of Death Note celebrating a special 20th anniversary reunion. Joining from the Shinigami realm are Brad Swaile, Brian Drummond, Alessandro Juliani and Shannon Chan-Kent, alongside Mallorie Rodak, Frieren from Beyond Journey’s End.
Comic readers can connect with industry-defining creators including Frank Miller (Batman: The Dark Knight Returns), Joe Quesada (Marvel Knights: The World to Come), Tom King (Wonder Woman, Supergirl), Steve McNiven (Daredevil, Spider-Man), Kaare Andrews, Mitch Gerads and more.
Meanwhile, gamers can witness the reunion of two iconic voices, Master Chief and Cortana of Halo. Steve Downes and Jen Taylor are headed to Toronto this August.
More celebrity guests, creators, attractions and programming will be announced in the coming weeks as FAN EXPO Canada gears up for its biggest show yet.
Tickets are available now at fanexpocanada.com.
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