27–30 Aug 2026 · Toronto, CA

FAN EXPO Canada

FAN EXPO Canada is a multi-day fan convention held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre focused on popular culture fandoms including anime, comics, cosplay, gaming, sci‑fi & fantasy, and horror. The event features celebrity guests, photo ops, autographs, panels, artist alley, retail exhibitors and community programming. It targets fans and hobbyists with special experiences, branded activations and after‑hours events over several days each year.

Last updated

Dates
27–30 Aug 2026
Venue
Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building
Location
Toronto, CA
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Mixed
Duration
4 days
Scale
International
Exhibitors
295Fact
Visitors
135,000Fact
Arts, Crafts & HobbiesGaming & ComicsMedia & EntertainmentGifts, Toys & Seasonal

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

About FAN EXPO Canada

FAN EXPO Canada is an international trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Gaming & Comics industries, held in Toronto, Canada. The 2026 edition runs 27–30 Aug 2026 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building. It brings together an estimated 1,000 exhibitors and 135,000 visitors (organizer-confirmed). Event Scout has indexed 338 exhibiting companies for the event so far.

Known editions

Venue

Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building

255 Front St W Toronto, ON M5V 2W6, M5V 3L9 Toronto, Ontario, CA

Who exhibits at FAN EXPO Canada

We've captured 338 exhibitors for FAN EXPO Canada (roster as of 2026). They span 9 countries, 42% of them based outside Canada.

Where exhibitors are based

Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.

  • Canada58%·21
  • Germany14%·5
  • United States8%·3
  • Philippines6%·2
  • Australia3%·1

Based on 36 exhibitors with a known head-office country.

What exhibitors do

The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.

  • Software It41%·9
  • Textile Fashion32%·7
  • Services18%·4
  • Construction5%·1
  • E Commerce5%·1

Based on 22 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.

Exclusivity

65%Class Cof exhibitors exhibit nowhere else we track

Strongly exclusive — most exhibitors skip the other events we track, giving this show a distinct roster.

Cross-referenced against 338 exhibitors in our event graph.

International reach

42%Class Eof exhibitors are based abroad

Mostly national — largely a home-country field with some international presence.

Exhibitor calibre

Publicly listed40%·2

listed companies

Large enterprises20%·1

1,000+ employees

Of 5 exhibitors whose company size we know.

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

FAN EXPO Canada 2026 exhibitor list

So far, 330+ exhibiting companies have been indexed for FAN EXPO Canada. They span industries including software-it and e-commerce. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.

  • Square
  • Carrd
  • Informaconnect
  • Weebly.com
  • Quirkilicious
  • KEHASUK
  • ThinkNu
  • HANH CHU
  • tokyo shojo
  • Hare and Hide Guild
  • kittyalyst
  • PindieGamer
  • pineapplebread
  • Radical Imp
  • Space Dey
  • Tinycc
  • Kitties with Kapes
  • Krafty Ninja Hobby Shack
  • Libero Art LLC
  • madebyshania

+ 313 more exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is FAN EXPO Canada 2026?
FAN EXPO Canada 2026 runs 27–30 Aug 2026 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building.
Where is FAN EXPO Canada held?
FAN EXPO Canada is held at Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building in Toronto, Canada.
How many exhibitors does FAN EXPO Canada have?
FAN EXPO Canada counts an estimated 1,000 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 338 exhibiting companies so far.
Who exhibits at FAN EXPO Canada?
Indexed exhibitors include Shopify, Etsy, Critical Sheep Yarns and Wixsite. The event spans the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Gaming & Comics and Media & Entertainment sectors.
Is FAN EXPO Canada worth attending?
FAN EXPO Canada is an international trade show for the Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Gaming & Comics industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 1,000 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.
How do I get the FAN EXPO Canada exhibitor list?
Event Scout has indexed 338 companies exhibiting at FAN EXPO Canada so far. A sample is shown in the exhibitor-list section on this page, and the full roster is available through Event Scout.

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