Overview

• The three-day convention drew 130,145 fans, eclipsing the 2016 attendance high of 106,096.
• Hollywood stars Hayden Christensen, Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, and Rainn Wilson hosted popular panels and meet-ups with eager audiences.
• Fans immersed themselves in cosplay competitions, Artist Alley vendor halls, and themed discussions ranging from social experiments to the future of AI.
• Attendees reported both exhilaration and fatigue as they navigated long lines, late-night DJ sets, and unexpected spending on collectibles and autographs.
• Fan Fusion’s director credited the surge in community engagement for the event’s success, noting that planning for the 2026 convention is already underway.