GrandeCon

02/06/2025

Exciting news, merchants of the multiverse! Vendor applications for GrandeCon 2025 open this March, and we’re levelling up with a brand-new floor plan to make this year’s marketplace better than ever. Whether you’re selling comics, collectibles, handmade goods, or the coolest geeky merch, this is your chance to be part of the action!

Keep your eyes peeled for the official announcement, and get ready to claim your spot. You won’t want to miss this epic weekend of fandom fun, September 12 - 14, at Bonnetts Energy Centre.

01/23/2025

While meeting your favourite celebrity face-to-face is where memories are made, some clearly brilliant stories and insider info come from the main stage celebrity interviews. Tell us which has been YOUR favourite!

01/16/2025

In 2024, GrandeCon hosted THREE epic After Dark events!

Bar Wars and UFC Fight Night with Forrest Griffin were new to the roster, plus we brought back the wildly popular Celebrity Karaoke!

We're always looking for new ideas to up our fun factor. What would YOU like to see for this year's GrandeCon After Dark events?

01/09/2025

Level up your business by becoming a sponsor at GrandeCon 2025!

GrandeCon is back and bigger than ever! From September 12-14, 2025, we're once again taking over Bonnetts Energy Centre for a weekend packed with pop culture, celebrities, gaming, comics, and community spirit. But GrandeCon isn't just about celebrating fandoms – it's also about making a difference. This incredible event is a fundraiser for Odyssey House, a local organization dedicated to helping people escape the cycle of family violence and build brighter futures.

By becoming a sponsor, your business can play a heroic role in supporting this vital cause while connecting with a passionate and diverse audience. GrandeCon attracts thousands of fans, from cosplay enthusiasts to tabletop gamers, giving you unmatched exposure in the local community and beyond. Sponsorship opportunities are designed to fit businesses of all sizes, offering creative ways to showcase your brand at this highly anticipated event.

Don't miss your chance to align your business with a one-of-a-kind gathering that celebrates creativity, community, and compassion. Visit grandecon.ca/get-involved to explore our sponsorship packages and secure your spot in the GrandeCon adventure. Together, let's make 2025 unforgettable – for fandoms and for those who need our help the most.

01/02/2025

Happy New Year, Grande Prairie!

We won't lie; while the struggle is real coming back from time off over the holidays, we're back to planning the biggest nerdy celebration coming in September!

What are you hoping to see at GrandeCon 2025?

12/26/2024

We hope you had an amazingly nerdy Christmas! What did Santa bring you this year? Drop it below so we can bask in each other's geeky gifts!

12/19/2024

Time for another guest announcement - the incredible Sean Gunn will join us at GrandeCon in September!

You know Sean as the lovable and quirky Kirk Gleason from Gilmore Girls, but his talent extends far beyond Stars Hollow. He's brought to life unforgettable characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including Kraglin in the Guardians of the Galaxy series, and was the on-set performer for Rocket Raccoon. Sean also stole the spotlight as Weasel in The Su***de Squad!

Sean will also appear as Maxwell Lord in James Gunn's highly anticipated Superman movie, which will hit theatres in 2025. We won't lie; we're pretty excited about this one!

Don't miss your opportunity to meet Sean in September. Remember, all ticket tiers are 20% off until December 24, using code "GRANDECON25" at checkout. Scoop yours here: https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

12/12/2024

We've got an early Christmas present, Grande Prairie - our first guest announcement for 2025!

GrandeCon is excited to announce Denise Crosby! You know her as Lieutenant Natasha 'Tasha' Yar from Star Trek: The Next Generation and Rachel Creed in Stephen King's Pet Semetary! You may also recognize Denise from General Hospital, The Walking Dead, Deep Impact, Suits, Ray Donovan and Creepshow!

Let's show Denise some love in the comments, and remember, all ticket tiers are 20% off until December 24 using code "GRANDECON25" at checkout. Scoop yours here: https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

12/05/2024

Looking for the ultimate holiday present for the beloved geek in your life?

GrandeCon 2025 early bird tickets are here to make their season merry and nerdy! Starting Monday, December 9 at 10:00 AM, you can snag all ticket tiers at an exclusive 20% discount with the code GRANDECON25. But don't wait too long—this festive offer disappears on Tuesday, December 24, at 10:00 PM.

Whether they're into meeting celebrity guests, comics, cosplay, gaming, or the latest pop culture hits, GrandeCon tickets are the perfect gift to unwrap.

Visit https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets to grab your presale tickets next Monday and make their holiday one to remember.

GrandeCon is a three-day entertainment expo/comic convention in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The event is tradeshow-style featuring pop culture-influenced vendors, comic/film artists, plus live interviews of our celebrity guests!

11/28/2024

A big part of GrandeCon is cosplay, and this week, we are giving a shout-out to our superstar phenoms, Kami Li Ann, Formative Fox and Ivy Doomkitty! They definitely brought the looks to us in July!

11/21/2024

A big part of GrandeCon is the stellar eats outside in the food truck area! What did you eat this year and love? We won't lie - Obi-Wan Perogie lives rent-free in our minds!

11/14/2024

As we head into our fourth year of GrandeCon, we want to know who your all-time favourite guest that we brought to Grande Prairie is. Drop it below!

11/07/2024

We love Throwback Thursday!

Did you know this year, we had THREE GrandeCon After Dark events? Pictured here is the champ, Forrest Griffin, for UFC Fight Night at Better Than Fred's!

What After Dark events would you like to see in 2025?

10/31/2024

We hope you have the spookiest day with all of your favourite fiends! Happy Halloween!

10/24/2024

It's almost one of the best days of the year, so we're DYING to know who or what you will be for Halloween. Drop it below and let us know, boils and ghouls!

10/17/2024

We're big fans of spooky season at GrandeCon, so this Throwback Thursday is dedicated to the ahhhhhh-mazing Zombie Makeup Workshop that makeup designer, Tina Teoli, hosted! We've never seen a group of children so excited to devour brains before! Thanks, Tina!

10/10/2024

In only three years of GrandeCon, we've been blessed with some incredibly stellar guests. We want to know who you think we should bring for year 4. Drop it in the comments, and let us know!