Central Florida Comic Con is Happening January 17-18
13SHARESCentral Florida Comic Con is coming back to Lakeland on January 17-18, 2026 at the RP Funding Center, and it’s shaping up to be a great weekend for anyone who loves comics, games, cosplay, or just about anything in the geek universe. Tickets are already on sale, so if you’re thinking about going, now’s the time to grab them.
The exhibit hall opens at 10am on Saturday and runs until 6pm, then picks back up Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Programming starts at 10:30am both days, covering everything from cosplay tips to comic book history to whatever pop culture topics people want to dig into. If you need to register, the desk opens at 9am Saturday and stays open until 7pm, then opens again at 9am Sunday until 4pm. The venue is at 701 West Lime Street in Lakeland if you need the address.
Walking through the exhibit hall is half the fun. You’ve got dealers selling comics, toys, and collectibles—the kind of stuff you either didn’t know existed or have been hunting for forever. Artist Alley is where you’ll find artists with prints, commissions, and original pieces. It’s worth spending time there because you never know what you’ll discover.
The cosplay at these events is legitimately impressive. People put serious time and skill into their costumes, and it shows. Whether you’re dressing up yourself or just walking around admiring everyone else’s work, it adds so much energy to the whole experience. There are photo spots set up around the venue, and most cosplayers are more than happy to pose for pictures if you ask.
The RP Funding Center handles conventions like this pretty well. It’s got the space you need without feeling cramped, and Lakeland’s location makes it accessible from different parts of Florida. It’s not a bad drive from most places.
Central Florida Comic Con January 17-18, 2026 in Lakeland. You can get tickets through their website and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in the loop. It’s a solid way to spend a weekend if you’re into this stuff.