Quebec City Comiccon Expands to Three Days, Bringing Cosplay, Celebrities, Gaming, and Music to the Centre des Congrès Over Thanksgiving Weekend

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Or sign-in if you have an account.Comiccon de Québec 2026 Featured guests Lou Diamond Phillips, Paul Castro Jr, Maxence Cazorla GNWTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountQUEBEC CITY, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —edition with its biggest celebration of pop culture yet. Presented byin collaboration with EBOX, the event will take place, at the Centre des congrès de Québec during the Thanksgiving long weekend.This year’s biggest news: in response to growing demand, Quebec City Comiccon is officially expanding to three days. The festivities will kick off on Friday with an exclusive Preview Night, giving attendees more time to explore the exhibitor floor, shop, and enjoy an even more extensive program.“Quebec City Comiccon has experienced remarkable growth over the past several years. Adding a third day allows us to deliver an even more complete experience for our community while meeting increasing demand from fans,” said Scott Péron, V-P of Operations.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThree Floors Dedicated to Pop Culture (More Than 110,000 Square Feet)For three days, the Centre des congrès de Québec will be transformed into the ultimate playground for fans of comic books, science fiction, manga, anime, video games, film, cosplay and geek culture.On the ground floor (Level 4), visitors will discover a massive exhibitor hall featuring over 200 specialty retailers, collectibles, toys, manga, clothes, licensed merchandise, and an Artist Alley where creators from Québec and beyond will showcase their work.Celebrity photos (selfies) and autograph will also take place on this level.Level 3 will be home to the smaller panel rooms, where interesting panels & workshops will be presented throughout the weekend, as well as the cosplay lounge (for cosplayers).Level 2 will host celebrity panels, live presentations, performances, and the event’s signature cosplay competitions, including the popular Masquerade and the Canadian Cosplay-Eh! Championship selections, both taking place on Saturday evening.NEW FOR 2026: Friday Preview NightQuebec City Comiccon launches the weekend early with a special Friday evening program on October 9.Exhibition Hall open from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.BurlesGeek (18+) at 8:30 p.m. in room 2000. The show is included with any ticket that includes Friday accessAll Weekend Expo PLUS and Weekend VIP Expo PLUS pass holders receive automatic access to Friday Preview NightFriday tickets available in limited quantitiesLegendary artistes from the world of cinema are at the top of this year’s guest list. Quebec City Comiccon is pleased to welcome Lou Diamond Phillips (La Bamba, Young Guns, Stand and Deliver), Paul Castro Jr. (The Summer Hikaru Died, Disney’s Twisted Wonderland, Genshin Impact), and Maxence Cazorla (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Logan the Wolf, Styx: Blades of Greed).Quebec City Comiccon will also welcome legendary comic book creators behind some of the industry’s most memorable works, including Louis Paradis (Baptême dans le feu, Les Sorcières du Mississippi), Jeik Dion (Turbo Kid, Amos D’Aragon, ALISS) and Nick Micho (Blackrose Saga, Baptême dans le feu, Parfum de mort).This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Highlights of this year’s programming include:K-Pop Live Experience – A concert inspired by the global phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters (Sunday)Galactic Empire – Saturday, October 10 at 8:30 p.m. (tickets starting at $20)BurlesGeek – Friday (18+)Masquerade and the 2026 Canadian Cosplay-Eh! Championship selections – Saturday, October 11Celebrity panels and Q&A sessions throughout the weekendMany more guests and activities will be announced in the coming weeks.All information on programming, guests, schedule, vendors will be available via the Comiccon mobile app ComicconNav, downloadable on Google Play or the App Store.Quebec City Comiccon would like to sincerely thank its partners: Le Journal de Québec, EBOX, Nixa, Conteneurs Experts, Gabriel Transport, Impresse, Lamcom, Centre des congrès de Québec, Hilton Québec, La Planque Jeux Vidéo, Infini-Jeux, and Pure Arts for their invaluable support.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.