MegaCon 2025 is one of the premier pop culture events in Orlando, Florida, taking place this past week from February 6 to February 9, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center, and renowned for celebrating all things pop culture, including comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, celebrity autographs and experiences, and more.
It can be a little daunting as over 180,000 guests attend for the four day event. Last year, we made a list of local restaurants near by for Megacon folks to try out – here.
It was really a blast especially checking out the Neverending Story set created by special effects artist John Marks!
2026 DATES ANNOUNCED: THURSDAY, MARCH 19 – SUNDAY, MARCH 22
Fans can already look forward to MEGACON Orlando 2026, as dates were announced for next year’s convention: Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, 2026.
MEGACON Orlando’s 2025 celebrity appearances included: Jude Law; Priscella Presley; Katey Sagal; Mel Gibson; the Howard Family; The Breakfast Club’s Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall and Judd Nelson; the Weasley Family from the Harry Potter series; Stranger Things stars Joseph Quinn and Jamie Campbell Bower; Matt Smith; Ashley Eckstein; and many more.
Highlights from MEGACON Orlando 2025 included:
Special appearance by Todd McFarlane
Legendary comic artist Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn and co-founder of Image Comics, made a special appearance at MEGACON Orlando, thrilling fans with his insights and iconic work. As one of the industry’s most influential figures, McFarlane captivated audiences with his stories, creative process, and groundbreaking contributions to comics. Attendees had the rare opportunity to meet the visionary behind Spawn and celebrate his lasting impact on the world of comics and pop culture.
A Once-in-a-Lifetime 40th Anniversary Panel with The Breakfast Club
Fans packed the room at MEGACON Orlando 2025 for an exclusive 40th-anniversary reunion panel of The Breakfast Club featuring Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson, and Anthony Michael Hall. The iconic cast shared behind-the-scenes stories, reflected on the film’s legacy, and even imagined where their characters might be today. With laughter, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments, the panel celebrated the lasting impact of this beloved coming-of-age classic, proving that The Breakfast Club remains just as powerful four decades later.
Anime fans checked out a Japanese-Style Maid Cafe and vintage Japanese Video Games
Maid Café Mikkusu brought its Akihabara-style maid café presentation, similar to the ones in Japan, to MEGACON Orlando. Fans enjoyed a kawaii meet and greet with the maids, a short stage performance, games, and other immersive elements. At Wasabi Anime’s Japanese Video Game, fans enjoyed the museum and interactive experience, which showcased consoles and games from the 1980s onward. Imported from Japan, fans had the chance to play anime-based games they might not have ever experienced before!
Cosplayers stole the show with incredible looks
Cosplay encounters were endless at MEGACON Orlando. Fans had the opportunity to strut their costumes on a Cosplay Red Carpet. Plus, fans once again participated in the Masters of Cosplay Grand Prix, for a chance to win prizes for their looks. For the first time ever, MEGACON Orlando hosted the Masters of Cosplay Grand Finale, where Cosplay award-winners from all over North America competed for the grand prize of $10,000.
New & Exclusive This Year
New additions for MEGACON Orlando 2025 include Anime After Dark, Comic Xplosion, Cosplay HQ, Book Nook, and Zen Areas, providing attendees with fresh and exciting ways to explore their fandoms. At Anime After Dark, attendees joined together for the ultimate celebration of anime culture and had the chance to meet their favorite voice actors, get autographs and dance the night away to the hottest K-pop hits. On Friday, February 7, 2025, MEGACON Orlando attendees were also treated to an unforgettable after-hours event at Universal Orlando Resort.
For more information, visit: www.megaconorlando.com.
