MegaCon Orlando This Weekend Brings John Cena, William Shatner, Geeks + Gamers, and Parties

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MegaCon Orlando is happening at the Orange County Convention Center this weekend, from March 19th to March 22nd. The four-day event will feature celebrity appearances, fan discussions, meet-and-greets, and evening parties.

The show is open Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

MegaCon seems to have something for everyone who loves pop culture, including comics, movies, and online fan communities.

The event will feature celebrities like John Cena, William Shatner, Dafne Keen, and several stars from the Lord of the Rings franchise. Representing the fan community will be figures from Geeks + Gamers, Nerdrotic, Critical Drinker, Eric July, and the Rippaverse.

Full details below.

MegaCon Orlando dates and hours

MegaCon Orlando officially runs from Thursday, March 19, through Sunday, March 22.

The convention starts slowly on Thursday, but Friday and Saturday are the busiest days with a full schedule. Sunday is shorter, as is usual for the last day of a convention.

MegaCon is a major fan event each month. With a huge convention floor, official discussions, chances to meet your favorite stars, and evening activities, there’s plenty to keep fans entertained.

Fans can find the full official schedule and guest list at the MegaCon website.

Big guests include John Cena, William Shatner, Dafne Keen, and Lord of the Rings stars

On the celebrity side, John Cena is now one of the biggest draws of MegaCon Orlando this weekend.

I’m so excited for MegaCon! The schedule says John Cena will be there on Saturday, March 21st. He’s doing a booth appearance at 11 a.m., and then later that day, at 4:30 p.m., there’s a ‘John Cena Live’ event I definitely don’t want to miss!

William Shatner will be appearing on Thursday and Friday, and Dafne Keen will be there on Saturday and Sunday.

I’m so excited! Jim Lee and Frank Miller are both going to be there, and I heard Orlando Bloom, Frank Grillo, Diego Luna, and John Boyega will be there too. There are tons of other amazing guests planned, so I can’t wait!

This year’s MegaCon will have stars from The Lord of the Rings, along with exclusive merchandise. This is expected to attract a wider audience beyond the typical fans and convention attendees.

Nerdrotic, Critical Drinker, and Geeks + Gamers have a full weekend schedule

If you’re excited about the YouTube creators and fan communities surrounding the event, the Geeks + Gamers and Rippaverse schedule offers a unique experience at MegaCon.

I’m making a note of this for anyone planning to attend: if you want to meet the team or catch them at the convention, Booth #9514 is where you’ll find them. It seems like they’ll be hanging out there throughout the event, so it’s the place to be!

The Geeks + Gamers panel is happening on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in Room W304. It will feature Jeremy from Geeks + Gamers, Ryan Kinel, Gary from Nerdrotic, Eric July, and The Critical Drinker, according to the event schedule and coverage.

On Saturday from 12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room W308C, there will be a panel discussion about the Rippaverse. Throughout the weekend, you can also find Critical Drinker, Eric July, Nerdrotic, and other creators making appearances at their booths.

MegaCon after-hours events add even more to the weekend

MegaCon is not just about what happens on the convention floor.

MegaCon offers several evening events throughout the weekend. On Thursday night, you can check out Comics Explosion and the official MegaCon Kickoff Party. Friday features an exclusive after-hours event at Universal Orlando Resort, and on Saturday night, the official MegaCon Orlando Y2K After-Party will be held at the Rosen Centre Executive Ballroom.

On Saturday night, there’s an official Geeks + Gamers meetup at Pat O’Brien’s in Universal CityWalk, Orlando, from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. It’s already sold out, showing a strong level of excitement and participation from fans at this year’s MegaCon.

This weekend also features the MegaCon Thrilljoy Block Party 2026: Florida’s Backyard Bash. According to Eventbrite, the party will be held on Saturday, March 21st, at The Canvas in Orlando, with doors opening at 6 p.m.

MegaCon Orlando is shaping up to be more than a normal convention stop

What makes MegaCon stand out this weekend is that it is pulling in both sides of fandom at once.

The event attracts both well-known celebrity fans – think Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, and Dafne Keen – and popular online content creators like Geeks + Gamers, Nerdrotic, Critical Drinker, and Eric July, each bringing their own dedicated audience.

MegaCon Orlando offers more than just a typical convention experience. While autographs and photos are part of it, the event truly thrives on the connections made through meetups, fan discussions, creator Q&As, and evening events – things that keep the excitement going even after the main show floor is closed.

What to watch this weekend

If you’re going to MegaCon, don’t miss the celebrity guests, events focused on The Lord of the Rings, the Geeks + Gamers panel on Saturday, the Rippaverse panel, and all the fun after-parties happening around Orlando.

With so much going on at and around the convention center, MegaCon is expanding from a single-day event into a full weekend experience.

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Cosmic Book News will be reporting live from MegaCon Orlando all weekend long! We’ll be sharing news, photos, and highlights from the convention floor, panels, celebrity guests, and fan activities. Keep checking back for updates and full coverage of the event.

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2026-03-19 20:04