ORLANDO, Fla. — The ultimate pop culture extravaganza, MegaCon Orlando, wrapped up its four-day run, drawing more than 160,000 fans from across the country.

What You Need To Know

  • Over 160,000 fans attended MegaCon Orlando, making it one of the biggest conventions in North America

  • Stars like Danny Glover, Jude Law, and Mel Gibson and more met with fans

  • Vendors, artists, and fans came together to celebrate their favorite fandoms with incredible costumes, exclusive merchandise, and unforgettable experiences

From comics and sci-fi to horror, anime, and gaming, the event transformed the Orange County Convention Center into a paradise for enthusiasts of all things geek culture.

The convention, which ran from Thursday to Sunday, featured over 1,000 exhibitors, offering collectibles, artwork, and exclusive merchandise.

Attendees also had the chance to meet some of their favorite stars, with A-list celebrities like Danny Glover, Jude Law, and Mel Gibson making appearances.

For Jason Selezinka, a vendor and longtime MegaCon attendee, the event has become an annual tradition.

“Everybody was selling their wares and arts, and I just thought, 'You know, I have a background in art,' and I felt like I could do it. So now I do my own,” said Selezinka, who has attended MegaCon for 12 years as both a fan and vendor.

Beyond the shopping and celebrity encounters, MegaCon is about building community.

 “My favorite part is seeing my vendor friends, obviously, and then the returning guests who come back to see me every year,” Selezinka added. “We get to have great conversations and build real connections.”

While some, like Selezinka, are MegaCon veterans, others were experiencing the event for the first time. Aaron Dunn, a first-time attendee, was blown away by the sheer scale of the convention.

“This is amazing! It’s my first time at a con like this, and I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s absolutely huge—and incredible,” Dunn said.

Fans dressed as their favorite characters, participated in panel discussions, and engaged in interactive exhibits. From elaborate cosplay competitions to exclusive sneak peeks at upcoming films and games, MegaCon provided something for everyone.

With record-breaking attendance and a high-energy atmosphere, MegaCon Orlando continues to solidify its reputation as one of the largest fan conventions in North America.

And for vendors like Selezinka, the countdown to next year has already begun.

 “This is one of my favorite shows to do. I have two must-do shows every year — MegaCon is one of them.”

As the doors closed on another successful event, one thing was clear: MegaCon isn’t just a convention, it’s an experience that brings fans together, year after year.