FAN EXPO is the largest con-style event producer in North America, known for something-for-everyone events that attract tens of thousands of people of all ages and walks of life - from casual pop culture enthusiasts to superfans - for an array of appearances, workshops and family-friendly activities that span the genres of film, gaming, comics, and more. The FAN EXPO group of shows includes FAN EXPO Dallas, MEGACON Orlando, and FAN EXPO Canada - regularly welcoming more than 500,000 fans each year in North America.
"FAN EXPO is beyond thrilled to finally be bringing an authentic comic con style experience to the Bay Area," said FAN EXPO HQ President, Aman Gupta. "We're committed to growing an exceptional event for fans who've been missing out since Wondercon moved to Anaheim in 2012, and really make a home in this community. San Francisco is a world-class hub for creativity, diversity, and innovation - I hope fans embrace us and get involved so we can celebrate their incredible local talent together."
FAN EXPO San Francisco debuts at Moscone Center next year, kicking off a multi-year engagement to bring entertainment's biggest creators and celebrities together with fans for an authentic comic con-style event. FAN EXPO San Francisco is one of the first new large-scale live events to be announced for the city since the pandemic began, signaling a strong return in 2022 sure to provide significant economic impact for San Francisco.
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