Hayden Christensen, Brendan Fraser and William Shatner to Headline FAN EXPO Cleveland 2026

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland is preparing to host a massive wave of pop culture fans as FAN EXPO Cleveland returns for its 2026 run. From March 13 through March 15, the facility at 300 Lakeside Ave. E. will transform into a hub for film stars, comic creators and thousands of attendees. It is a significant weekend for the downtown area, bringing in a diverse crowd ranging from casual moviegoers to dedicated collectors. This year’s celebrity roster includes some of the biggest names in Hollywood history. Organizers have confirmed that “Star Wars” lead Hayden Christensen and Oscar winner Brendan Fraser will headline the guest list. They will be joined by legendary “Star Trek” captain William Shatner, Helen Hunt and Temuera Morrison. Fans of television classics can also expect to see James Marsters, Dean Norris and Bonnie Wright. For many, the highlight of the weekend will be the scheduled cast reunions that bring together the stars of iconic franchises. A gathering for “The Mummy” is set to feature Fraser alongside Oded Fehr, John Hannah and Patricia Velasquez. Fans of the “Twilight Saga” can look forward to seeing Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, Kellan Lutz and Peter Facinelli together. Other groups slated for appearances include cast members from “My Name Is Earl,” “Reno 911!” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” The show floor officially opens to the public at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 13, and runs until 8 p.m. that evening. Weekend hours are slightly longer, with the doors opening at 10 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. According to the FAN EXPO Cleveland website, those who hold VIP, Ultimate or three-day passes can enter at 1 p.m. on Friday for a special preview session. Tickets are currently available through the event’s online portal, with prices varying by day. A single-day adult pass costs $40 for Friday, $61 for Saturday and $50 for Sunday. Families can save some money by purchasing group passes for two adults and up to four children, though Saturday family passes have already sold out. Youth tickets for those ages 13 to 17 are priced between $35 and $51, while child passes for ages 6 to 12 are $12 for the entire weekend and require adult accompaniment. Beyond the convention center walls, the event is taking over several local venues for after-hours programming. On Thursday, March 12, a kickoff party will be held at Ethlete Lab Academy on Detroit Avenue. Friday night offers a choice between the Legends Unite party at The Ivy on West Sixth Street or free pinball at Superelectric Pinball Parlor. The Capitol Theatre will also host a special “Twilight” screening and Q&A session on Saturday night titled “A Night with the Cullens.” The exhibit hall will be packed with dozens of vendors, including local and national businesses such as Anime Armory and BYO Lightsaber. Collectors can hunt for convention exclusives such as variant covers of “Absolute Batman” or special-edition Funko Pop figures. Organizers also noted that comic book icon Joe Quesada will host autograph sessions and stage appearances throughout the weekend. According to the official event site, professional photo opportunities with attending celebrities include a professional photographer and one printed 8-by-10 photo. These sessions have limited capacity and often sell out before the convention begins. The full programming schedule, which includes specific times for workshops and panels on costuming and acting, is expected to be released closer to the show dates. -------------------- At Cleveland 13 News, we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable reporting. If you spot an error, omission, or have information that may need updating, please email us at tips@cleveland13news.com. As a community-driven news network, we appreciate the help of our readers in ensuring the integrity of our reporting.