If your idea of a good weekend includes comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, collectibles, or movies, then Fandom Festival might be worth a spot on your calendar.
Returning to Eagle Ridge Mall in Lake Wales on June 6, 2026, the event runs from 10 AM to 6 PM and offers a full day dedicated to the hobbies and fandoms that bring people together. From superheroes and anime icons to video game characters and science fiction favorites, there is no shortage of things to see throughout the day.
The vendor area is expected to be one of the busiest parts of the show. Attendees will be able to browse collectibles, artwork, toys, comics, apparel, and plenty of other items that are not always easy to find in local stores. It is the kind of place where you might walk in looking for one thing and leave with something completely different that catches your eye.
Cosplay is also a big part of the event. Some attendees spend months putting together costumes, while others simply enjoy seeing the creativity on display. Either way, the costumes always add plenty of personality and make for a fun atmosphere throughout the mall.
One thing that stands out about Fandom Festival is how accessible it is. Free admission and free parking make it easy for families, longtime convention attendees, and curious newcomers to stop by without having to make a major investment just to get through the door.
Events like this work because they bring together people who share similar interests. Some visitors will spend hours digging through comic boxes or collectible displays, while others will be there for the cosplay, artists, or simply to spend time with friends. No matter what brings you through the doors, there should be plenty to keep you busy throughout the day.
For fans across Central Florida, Fandom Festival offers a chance to spend a Saturday surrounded by comics, gaming, anime, movies, and the people who enjoy them just as much as you do.
Beam Me Up Scotty
Old punk rocker from Miami who still smells faintly like comic shops and poor financial decisions.
