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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 1d

'Tis the season to be spooky 👻

With Halloween looming, we're back in costume crunch time. What's your Halloween costume for 2025?

#Halloween #HalloweenCostume #SpookySeason

A Michael Myers cosplayer looms over the escalators watching fans approach

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 2d

Something legendary is coming. Next week, we're revealing a reunion that defined a generation and shaped the way we see fandom. Mark your calendars and get your tickets now because once this news hits, you'll want to be part of what's coming. spr.ly/63320ASY1O

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 4d

It's been 25 years since we first visited that quirky Connecticut town where coffee flowed like water & pop culture references flew faster than Paris Geller's comebacks.

In celebration of the 25th anniversary Gilmore Girls, tell us, were you team Dean, Jess or Logan 🍂 ☕

Jared Padalecki is seated in a director's chair, he smiles joyfully at a person out of frame

Sean Gunn is seated in a director's chair, he smiles at the audience as he holds the mic to speak

Scott Patterson raises the mic to his face and smiles to the moderator, out of frame.

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 8d

That's the life of a cosplayer ✨

It's no secret that today is a big day for a lot of people. We're celebrating with glamourous cosplay and an epic soundtrack, call that FAN EXPO's version. Check out this month's Background Beats. Are you ready for it? spr.ly/63321AYYWS

#TaylorSwift

A cosplayer dressed in a black and silver glittery showgirl bodysuit and top hat poses in front of a wide window.

A cosplayer dressed as Glinda stands in the street against golden hour lighting

A Spider-Man cosplayer shoots a web at the camera, they are crouched.

A Charlie Morningstar cosplayer poses with one leg bent and up with their hands on their hips.

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 8d

How iconic would it be to see Ewan suited up in some out-of-this-world armour? 😱

#StarWars #EwanMcGregor #ObiWanKenobi #FANEXPO

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 11d

Raise your hand if you have an IMMEDIATE NEED to see these tapes 🙋‍♀️.

What character(s) would you want to see Alex Brightman voice?

#AlexBrightman #HazbinHotel #HelluvaBoss #FANEXPO

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 16d

Today we celebrate a legend, happy birthday to the epic Mark Hamill. Not a day goes by that we aren't thinking about his FAN EXPO Canada appearance in 2016 🤩
Drop your birthday wishes and best Mark Hamill memories in the comments below.

#StarWars #MarkHamill #HappyBirthday #FANEXPOCanada2016

Mark Hamill on stage in front of a FAN EXPO Canada 2016 backdrop

Close up, Mark Hamill on stage in front of a FAN EXPO Canada 2016 backdrop

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 16d

It's official—2026 tickets are now on sale. Secure your spot at the biggest celebration of fandom at the lowest price you'll see. Get tickets now: spr.ly/63329Aw2Yc

If your plans change, don't stress, refunds are available up to two weeks before the show.

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 17d

Your next adventure just got one step closer. Tomorrow at 11 AM ET, 2026 tickets go live. Make sure you’re ready to grab yours at the lowest price you’ll see. Bookmark this page so you can be first in line: spr.ly/63325A8lYh

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 19d

The time is here 📸

You brought the looks, and we have the photos. All the Cosplay Red Carpet photos from #FANEXPOCanada2025 are live on our Facebook page. A massive thank you to Joe Delano Photography for your incredible work.

Check them out: www.facebook.com/fanexpocanad...

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 19d

Happy National Hobbit Day to all who wander (and to all who celebrate second breakfast) ✨ From the Shire to our show floors, we’ve been lucky to host the Fellowship more than once. Here’s a look back at some of our favourite moments.

#NationalHobbitDay #TheFourHobbits #LOTR

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 21d

nananananananana Batman Day is upon us. Today we celebrate Gotham's most iconic vigilante.
From comics and cartoons, to fan-fave live-action movies, Batman has made his mark.
Who is your fave Batman character, movie, show, or comic book?

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 24d

He's really one of us

#TIFF50 #AnthonyCarrigan #Adulthood #NoHoHank #Metamorpho

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 25d

She gets it from her mama (and grandma)

#TIFF50 #BillieLourd #CarrieFisher #DebbieReynolds #Adulthood

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 25d

Now he needs to give us season 2 of The Curse

#TIFF50 #BennySafdie #TheSmashingMachine #TheCurse #DwayneJohnson

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 26d

Adding these to the top of my @letterboxd.social watchlist

#TIFF50 #TheSmashingMachine #Hamnet #KnivesOut #Frankenstein

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 27d

Keep rolling with the punches

#TIFF50 #MarkKerr #TheSmashingMachine #MMA #DwayneJohnson

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 28d

He happens to know everything there is to know about music

#TIFF50 #VinceVaughn #EasysWaltz #Toronto #WeddingCrashers

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 29d

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 29d

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 29d

It only makes sense that this month, the stars have decided to pair you with your KPop Demon Hunters counterpart. So, control your shoulders, read on, and don't forget to share your reading with your friends to seal to honmoon.

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 29d

We're all collectively obsessed with KPop Demon Hunters, right? Right. There are few people whose brains aren't playing the soundtrack, and whose TikTok FYP isn't filled with memes and cosplays of these now iconic characters.

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · 29d

Sounds like Owen Lars wants to make a comeback

#TIFF50 #TrainDreams #StarWars #JoelEdgerton #OwenLars

FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · Sep 11

Where’s Pam?

#TIFF50 #TheOffice #TheSmashingMachine #JohnKrasinski #Toronto

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FAN EXPO Canada @fanexpocanada.bsky.social · Sep 9

Rogue One prequel coming??

Give the people what they want

#StarWars #RogueOne #TIFF50 #FelicityJones #TrainDreams

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