Fan Expo Denver 2025 – Event Overview

Fan Expo Denver returns to the Mile-High City this July 3–6, 2025, at the bustling Colorado Convention Center, and it’s gearing up to be another monumental celebration of pop culture!

Let’s break down everything you need to know—from tickets and guest stars to panels, exclusives, and those juicy rumors circling the con.

Last Updated: June 22, 2025

Dates & Hours

The convention runs for four full days, from Thursday, July 3, through Sunday, July 6, 2025. It takes place at the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver, a central and accessible location that’s surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and public transit options.

Show Hours:

• Thursday: 12 PM – 8 PM

• Friday & Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM

• Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM

Pro tip: Thursday is usually a bit quieter, making it a great day to explore the exhibit hall or get early autographs without the weekend crowds.

Tickets & Badge Types

• Single-Day Passes (Thu–Sun), 4-Day Weekend Passes, and the Ultimate Fan Package are available, which include perks like a special badge, exclusive merch, and photo-op guarantees.

• VIP packages are already sold out, but there’s still space for most general badge tiers.

• Advanced pricing available through June 18, 2025 — early purchase is strongly encouraged

Celebrity Guests, Signings & Photo-Ops

Fan Expo Denver’s 2025 lineup is nothing short of star-studded. Highlights include:

• John Cena – The wrestling legend and movie star is hosting a Q&A and doing select signings.

• Brendan Fraser – Fresh off his Oscar win, Fraser returns to con life with full fan support.

• Jodie Whittaker & William Shatner – Two iconic time travelers from Doctor Who and Star Trek.

• John Boyega, Grant Gustin, Bruce Campbell, Jason Isaacs, Oliver & James Phelps, Alan Tudyk, John Rhys-Davies, Dante Basco, Ernie Hudson, Manny Jacinto, Jennifer Beals, Dante Basco, Michaela Jill Murphy, Dean Cain, Tom Welling, Brandon Routh, Tyler Hoechlin, Tim Daly, George Newbern, Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, Peter Facinelli, Kellan Lutz and more.

•  Photo-ops and autograph packages are on sale now. Many guests offer both standard signings and professional photo sessions, so make sure to grab a spot early!

Panels & Special Experiences

• Celebrity Panels & Q&As: From wrestling secrets with Cena, to nostalgic Star Trek and Doctor Who discussions featuring William Shatner and Jodie Whittaker.

• Comic Creator Experiences: “Greg Capullo & Scott Snyder Comic Experience” and “Joe Quesada Experience” offer premium seating, exclusive panels, autographs, and merch.

• Anime After Dark: Two evening sessions (Friday 6–9 PM, Saturday 7–10 PM) showcasing voice actors, K-pop beats, and late-night fandom fun.

Exclusives, Artist Alley & Exhibit Floor

The Exhibit Hall and Artist Alley will be packed with dozens of exhibitors, creators, and vendors from all corners of fandom. This is where you’ll find:

• Original art, prints, and commissions from comic book artists and illustrators.

• Exclusive merchandise, limited edition Funko Pops, enamel pins, and fandom apparel.

• Indie creators and self-published authors selling their work directly to fans.

Don’t forget to check out the Fan Expo Store for official event merch!

Cosplay & Community Events

Cosplay is always a major highlight at Fan Expo Denver, and 2025 will be no different. Whether you’re competing, photographing, or just admiring, you’ll find the con floor buzzing with costume creativity.

Key cosplay events include:

• The Cosplay Red Carpet – Open to all skill levels and fandoms, no pre-registration required.

• The Fan Expo Denver Cosplay Contest – Featuring cash prizes and serious bragging rights.

• Kids’ Cosplay Contest – A heartwarming favorite for fans under 12.

There are also daily cosplay meetups for specific fandoms (like Marvel, Star Wars, anime, etc.) listed in the official app.

Rumors & Exciting Speculation

As always, Fan Expo keeps a few surprises up its sleeve. Here’s what the rumor mill is churning out:

• More anime guests are expected to be announced closer to the show, possibly tied to upcoming summer streaming premieres.

• A few sources have teased a gaming expansion area, possibly with early-access demos from indie and AAA developers.

• Fan-favorite YouTubers and podcast hosts may be joining the creator lineup, but no official confirmations yet.

With Fan Expo’s history of last-minute guest reveals, it’s worth watching their social channels closely leading up to the event.

Quick Recap

Why You Should Go

Fan Expo Denver 2025 delivers the full fandom experience—big names, small creators, cosplay celebrations, exclusive merch, and a thriving community backgrounded by Denver’s downtown energy. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to conventions, this weekend offers something memorable for everyone, plus the bonus of holiday weekend fun!