ValleyCon turns 51 in 2026!
ValleyCon 2026
Comics · Cosplay · Gaming · Sci-fi · Celebrity guests
ValleyCon 2026 is three days of comics, cosplay, gaming and celebrity guests: Friday, October 23 through Sunday, October 25 at the Fargo Air Museum, 1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND. Get your tickets, check the schedule and meet this year’s guests.
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Friday, October 23 on the Main Stage at the Fargo Air Museum
ValleyCon 2026 at a glance
Location
Fargo Air Museum
1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102.
Kids
7 and under free
Youth passes cover ages 8 to 13, and the family pass covers two adults and two youths.
Meet the ValleyCon 2026 guests
John Ratzenberger
Actor
Best known as Cliff Clavin, the know-it-all mail carrier on “Cheers,” and for his Pixar voice roles. His panel is Sunday afternoon.
Tim Jacobus
Artist
The artist behind the 62 original Goosebumps covers, with more than 35 years at Jacobus Studios. His panel is Saturday afternoon.
Andrew Bowen
Voice actor
The voice of Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat, plus the lead in Capcom’s Fox Hunt and appearances on MADtv. His panel is Saturday afternoon.
Cosplay guests Ryan Drury, Witcher Safehouse and CarlyDoesCosplay join the lineup too.
Last year at ValleyCon
Costumes, contests, tabletop battles and a stage full of performers. Here’s a look back at ValleyCon 2025.
What’s happening at ValleyCon 2026
Three days of panels, contests, gaming and after-dark parties at ValleyCon. Here are the highlights, and the full schedule has every time and room.
Friday · October 23
- Laser tag for everyone
- Opening ceremony on the Main Stage
- Shopping in the vendor hall
- ValleyCon Night Quest at Kingpinz and Suite Shot
- Dylan’s Drink and Draw
Saturday · October 24
- Tim Jacobus and Andrew Bowen panels
- Live draw and rock, paper, scissors tournaments
- Goosebumps, Mortal Kombat and Star Wars trivia
- The furry parade
- Adult cosplay competition
- K-pop dance-off
- The Fargo Vampire Ball (18+) at night
Sunday · October 25
- Celebrity autographs on Celebrity Row
- Warhammer 40K tournament
- Comic book creation competition
- Kids cosplay competition
- Ryan Drury, John Ratzenberger and Witcher panels
- Anime and Pixar trivia
- K-pop dance-off and kids crafts
ValleyCon tickets and passes
Pick the pass that fits your ValleyCon 2026 weekend, then buy it on our tickets page. Kids 7 and under get in free.
3-day convention pass
Ages 14+
The full weekend, plus Friday Night Quest and one adult pass to the Vampire Ball (18+).
3-day family pass
2 adults + 2 youths
Two adults (14+) and two youths (13 and under) who check in together. Includes family activities, a $10 Kingpinz play card, Friday Night Quest and two adult Vampire Ball passes.
VIP weekender
Early entry
Get in 30 minutes early, plus reserved seating, ValleyCon merch, a free celebrity autograph and VIP Vampire Ball entry.
Single day pass
Pick your day
Friday, Saturday or Sunday for ages 14+. Friday includes Night Quest, and Saturday includes one adult Vampire Ball pass.
Youth passes
Ages 8 to 13
Choose the youth 3-day pass with Friday Night Quest, or a youth single day pass.
Warhammer tournament pass
40K tournament
The full weekend plus entry to the ValleyCon Open 40K tournament.
Shop the ValleyCon vendor hall
Artists, creators and sellers pack the vendor hall all weekend with exclusive collectibles, original art and one-of-a-kind finds.
Want a table? Vendors get direct access to fans and collectors, booth space in a high-traffic area and promotion on our website and social media. Space is limited, so reserve your ValleyCon 2026 booth today.
Get involved with ValleyCon
Want to help make ValleyCon 2026 happen? Sponsors, panelists and volunteers keep ValleyCon running every year.
Sponsor ValleyCon
Put your brand in front of fans all weekend long.
Host a panel
Pitch a panel for the Main Stage or the Stage and share what you love with fans.
Volunteer
Help run the show behind the scenes and be part of our 51st anniversary.
ValleyCon partners
ValleyCon 2026 FAQ
Quick answers about ValleyCon, from tickets to cosplay props.
When and where is ValleyCon 2026?
ValleyCon 2026 runs Friday, October 23 through Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the Fargo Air Museum, 1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102.
How do I get ValleyCon tickets?
Buy them online on our Get Tickets page. Choose a 3-day, single-day, family, youth, VIP or Warhammer tournament pass.
Do kids get in free?
Kids 7 and under get in free. Youth passes cover ages 8 to 13.
Who are the guests at ValleyCon 2026?
This year's guests include John Ratzenberger of Cheers and Pixar fame, Goosebumps cover artist Tim Jacobus and Andrew Bowen, the voice of Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat. Guests and events can change without notice.
What is there to do at ValleyCon?
Celebrity panels and autographs, kids and adult cosplay contests, trivia, KPOP dance-offs, a Warhammer 40K tournament, the vendor hall, Friday Night Quest at Kingpinz and the 18+ Fargo Vampire Ball on Saturday night.
Can I bring cosplay props?
Yes. Security inspects and tags every prop at the entrance. Real weapons and working projectile props, including airsoft and Nerf guns, are not allowed.
Unleash your inner beast!
Dive into a wild weekend of comics, gaming, cosplay and nonstop competition. Meet special guests and artists, score rare comics and prove your strategy in the Warhammer tournament. Then show off your best look in the all-ages cosplay contest. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or just curious, ValleyCon 2026 is where you can go full beast mode.