St. Petersburg is becoming a hotbed for fan conventions, host to 4 annual events, each celebrating a different corner of the fandom universe that brings fans together all year long. These 4 events have transformed St. Pete into a year-round celebration of creativity, community, and cosplay, putting the city on the map as a growing epicenter for fan conventions in Florida. And to make it affordable, there will be annual passes to attend all 4 events!
St. Pete Comic Con celebrates its 5th Anniversary on February 28–March 1, 2026 at the Marriott St. Pete Clearwater. This milestone year delivers everything fans love — comics, anime, gaming, and a huge emphasis on cosplay — all wrapped into one unforgettable weekend.
Sunshine City Scare 2026Sunshine City Scare returns on August 15–16 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, fully transformed into our Halloween-Prequel headquarters. It’s the ultimate preparation to kick off spooky season early — with horror, cosplay, and fandom fun all under one roof.
Holiday St. Pete (formerly Holiday Cosplay Tampa Bay) is the best way to prepare for Xmas. It’s on November 21–22, 2026 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront. Part holiday shopping extravaganza, part fandom celebration, it’s the perfect place to get your gifts, celebrate cosplay, and kick off the holiday season in style.
