06/16/2026
We have some unfortunate news to share.
After careful consideration, Fayetteville Fan Fest will not be taking place in 2026. While we're disappointed that we won't be gathering for our annual celebration of fandom, pop culture, gaming, comics, anime, cosplay, and community, we're grateful for the continued support you've shown us over the years.
But this isn't goodbye, it's simply a different chapter for 2026.
🎉 FAYETTEVILLE FAN FEST PRESENTS: VERSECON POP-UP!🎉
While Fan Fest is taking a pause this year, we're bringing a special one-day event to downtown Fayetteville that captures the spirit of what makes our community so amazing.
Join us for a day of:
✨ Interactive Panels
🎭 Contests & Competitions
🛍️ Vendors & Artists
🎮 Gaming & Activities
📚 Pop Culture, Anime, Comics, Cartoons & More!
📅 October 31, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 SkyView on Hay
📌 Fayetteville, NC
💥 FREE ADMISSION 💥
💥 FREE EVENT 💥
💥 FREE FOR THE COMMUNITY 💥
That's right. VerseCon Pop-Up is completely FREE to attend!
We're excited to bring fans, creators, artists, gamers, cosplayers, and pop culture enthusiasts together for a fun-filled day celebrating the fandoms we love.
More details, including vendor information, panel schedules, contests, activities, and other exciting announcements, will be coming soon.
Thank you for your continued support of Fayetteville Fan Fest. We look forward to celebrating with you at VerseCon Pop-Up.
