I know that the world is not completely back to normal, but geeking out with fellow fans at a convention is a big step towards getting back to normalcy for me. Find me at the convention for a DuckTalks button. It feels great to say that it is convention season, and DuckTalks will be in attendance at Fanboy Expo Orlando to help provide media coverage for this special event. Next month, Fanboy Expo will be making it’s Florida return to the most magical of places, Orlando!įanboy Expo Orlando 2021 will take place August 20-22 at Wyndham Orlando Resort on International Drive. For more fun things, follow on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Sanitizing stations will be placed between every other outlet as well as at each celebrity station.įor more information, visit /orlando. Also, some famous visitors will have plexiglass installed as a buffer during fan interaction. N95 masks will be provided for free throughout the event. We want you to be who you want to be!” COVID-19 precautionsįanboy Expo is working with hotel, city and Orange County officials to update safety protocols as changes are recommended.Ĭurrently, masks are optional, but celebrity guests can require masks during photo ops and autograph sessions. “Come in cosplay if you can,” Heynen said. The convention also offers opportunities to interact with cosplayers and encourages attendees to come dressed for the occasion. Tickets are $40.Īs always, there will be plenty of shopping opportunities with many vendors selling memorabilia, comics, toys, gaming supplies and more. Note: Autographs are not allowed and selfies are up to the discretion of talent. 22 features Disney-related guests and cosplayers, plus brunch, an exclusive Fanboy Expo Disney print and a giveaway that offers the chance to win Disney merchandise and autographs. Sunday Disney Brunch - Fanboy Expo’s last special event at 9 a.m. Saturday Night Party with Bad Obsession - Enjoy music from a Guns N’ Roses tribute band, plus beer and pizza at 8 p.m. KISS You Goodnight Party - KISS tribute band Dressed to Kill performs Aug. The event’s $125 price tag includes a meal, plus a signed photo and selfies with both actors. New this year, Fanboy Expo will host a few events in addition to the daily activities.ĭinner with Chips! - Enjoy dinner with Estrada and Wilcox at 8:15 p.m. Stay tuned to the website for updates regarding celebrity appearances. This year’s slate includes “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” voice actors Ashley Eckstein and Matt Lanter “Spartacus” actor Manu Bennett “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” star Barry Bostwick Catherine Bach, best known as Daisy Duke in “The Dukes of Hazzard” the cast of the 1987 “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” cartoon “Chips!” actors Erik Estrada and Larry Wilcox Lee Arenberg and Kevin McNally, both from the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise “Platoon” actor Tom Berenger Disney voice actors Bret Iwan, Donnie Dunagan, Peter Behn, Jim Cummings and Blayne Weaver Crash Bandicoot voice actor Jess Harnell Tinker Bell model Margaret Kerry “Hook” actor Dante Basco “Gears of War” voice actor Carlos Ferro professional wrestlers Brother Devon, Taylor Rotunda and Mike Rotunda KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick Randy Jones, Cowboy from the original Village People The Surfaris guitarist Bob Berryhill “Breakin” actor Michael Chambers and Geri Reischl, who played Jan Brady on “The Brady Brunch Variety Hour.”įor those seeking photos and autographs, Heynen recommends arriving early Saturday or visiting Friday or Sunday to beat the crowds.Ī few celebrities have canceled their appearances, including Doug Jones, Dave Barclay, Howie Dorough, Joey Fatone, Robert Pine, Brendan Wayne, Steve Downes and the “Back to the Future” cast. “You’ll see a lot of that kind of throwback feel at the con.” “A lot of guests that go back to ‘70s, ‘80s and early ‘90s. Star powerįanboy Expo focuses on offering a lineup of family-oriented and classic celebrity guests, according to Heynen. Photo ops and autographs cost extra and vary by celebrity, but Q&A sessions are included with admission. VIP and premium ticket packages are also available, ranging in price from $129 to $799. Saturday ($33 at the door) $40 on Saturday ($44 at the door) $35 on Sunday ($39 at the door) $95 for the weekend ($105 at the door) $199 for two kids and two adults $20 for ages 6-12 daily ($22 at the door) or $45 for ages 6-12 for the weekend ($50 at the door). If purchased in advance, tickets cost $30 on Friday or after 3 p.m. 20-22 at Wyndham Orlando Resort International Drive (8001 International Drive in Orlando). Heynen said he’s excited for the comeback and shared a few things to know before you go to the 2021 convention. Fanboy Expo was slated to return to the Sunshine State last year but was postponed over COVID-19 concerns.
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