Awesome Con 2026 will take place March 13–15, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. It’s one of the East Coast’s biggest pop culture celebrations, drawing tens of thousands of fans.
🎉 Event Overview
- Name: Awesome Con 2026
- Dates: Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2026
- Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
- Hours:
- Friday: 1 PM – 8 PM (programming until 10 PM)
- Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM (programming until 10 PM)
- Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
🦸 What to Expect
- Guests: Celebrities from comics, movies, TV, and gaming
- Exhibitors: Vendors offering collectibles, art, books, cosplay gear, and more
- Special Features:
- Pride Alley celebrating LGBTQ+ creators
- Science Fair with hands-on STEM exhibits
- Book Fair featuring authors and publishers
- Club Awesome Lounge for premium badge holders
🎟️ Badge Info
- Badges can be picked up at Will Call or shipped for a fee
- Club Awesome badges must be picked up in person at the lounge
- Early badge purchases offer more pickup options
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Fun
- Programming for all ages—from toddlers to teens to adults
- Inclusive and welcoming atmosphere with activities for every fandom