GrandeCon

08/22/2025

Bar Wars is BACK!

GrandeCon After Dark’s cocktail showdown returns as local bartenders face off in back-to-back rounds of mixology madness, shaking, stirring, and pouring their way to victory, with celebrity judges and the crowd calling the shots. Expect bold flavours, fierce competition, and plenty of fun as glasses clash in the ultimate battle behind the bar.

Join us on Thursday, September 11, at 7:30 PM at 92 Beverage Co. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased through Eventbrite at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bar-wars-rise-of-the-bartender-tickets-1568203943209?aff=oddtdtcreator or by sending an e-transfer to [email protected].

This is an 18+ event with limited tickets available, so grab yours fast and don’t miss the return of Bar Wars!

08/21/2025

Party time, excellent! We're very excited to announce that Tia Carrere is coming to GrandeCon 2025!

You know her as the unforgettable Cassandra in Wayne’s World, the adventurous Sydney Fox in Relic Hunter, and from iconic roles in True Lies, Rising Sun, General Hospital, and Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Disney fans will recognize her as the voice of Nani in the beloved animated Lilo & Stitch, and this year, she returned to the franchise as Mrs. Kekoa in the live-action version.

She’s also brought her talent to favourites like Duck Dodgers and AJ and the Queen, proving time and again that she’s one of the most versatile talents in film & TV.

Get ready, Grande Prairie, Tia Carrere is bringing us a ballroom blitz in September!

Get tickets now: https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

The Three-Day VIP pass includes priority admission, a GrandeCon t-shirt, a lanyard, special seating for celebrity guest panels, and fast-tracked line-ups for photos and autographs with celebrity guests!

08/20/2025

GrandeCon After Dark is back to wreck your vocal cords when Celebrity Karaoke storms Better Than Fred's on Friday, September 12, hosted by the one and only Ming Chen Comic Book Men! Wanna duet with a celeb? Maybe butcher your favourite power ballad in front of them? This is your shot. 9PM, $10 at the door, 18+ only. Come loud, leave louder!

08/15/2025

We’re excited to introduce Spicy back to her hometown for GrandeCon!

Spicy has been a Cosplayer since 2016, having guested herself at many conventions and events. She loves making styled wigs, anime-inspired makeup looks, and all the little details in sewing and armour builds. She has even won local craftsmanship cosplay competitions!

She really enjoys getting to meet people and share her passion for cosplay by creating a safe and positive environment for everyone. She offers handmade Spicy Stuff accessories, which will be available during the event at her guest table.

Make sure to say hi, talk about your favourite shows, characters, cosplay and ask any questions or support your local handmade businesses!

Get tickets now: https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

08/13/2025

Be part of the GrandeCon magic!

We’re looking for amazing people to join our volunteer team. From helping at the door to wrangling guests, assisting with cosplay contests, managing lines, and so much more, there’s a spot for every skill set.

Whether you can commit a full weekend or just a few hours, you’ll be helping bring our biggest event yet to life (and having a blast while you’re at it).

Sign up here: https://www.grandecon.ca/get-involved

08/08/2025

Kami Li Ann is back at GrandeCon!

A professional cosplay artist with a knack for bringing fairy princesses, exotic fae, fierce warriors, and comic book legends to life, Kami is a true shape-shifting talent. Whether barefoot in a crown or rocking power boots, she’s always in character and always unforgettable.

Every year, Kami works tirelessly behind the scenes to organize our epic cosplay contest, and this year she’ll once again join Ivy Doomkitty at the judges’ table to celebrate your amazing creations.

Let’s give her a warm welcome back and start crafting those showstoppers for the stage!

Get tickets now: https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

08/06/2025

He’s the voice behind Samurai Jack. The bureaucrat you love in Futurama. The unforgettable Marvin in Pulp Fiction. And now, Phil LaMarr is coming to GrandeCon!

With 30+ years of on-screen and voice credits across MAD TV, Justice League, Family Guy, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Fortnite, Mortal Kombat, and so much more, Phil is a true legend of stage, screen, and studio.

Catch him this fall in Grande Prairie and experience one of the most versatile talents in pop culture!

Get tickets now at https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

Let's show Phil some love in the comments! Tell us where you love him from!

The Three-Day VIP pass includes priority admission, a GrandeCon t-shirt, a lanyard, special seating for celebrity guest panels, and fast-tracked line-ups for photos and autographs with celebrity guests!

07/30/2025

Cosplay registration is officially open! Who will command the stage and take the crown?

Whether you're a fresh-faced newb, a rising cosplay crafter, or a battle-hardened veteran, your moment awaits.

Our Novice winner will take home $200, while Journeyman will score $400, and the Masters will walk away with a cool $800!

Costume glory is calling. Will you answer? Sign up now at https://www.grandecon.ca/cosplay

07/25/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome back Alex Zahara to GrandeCon 2025!

Alex was part of our very first year, and we just caught him in Final Destination: Bloodlines, one of horror’s most iconic franchises! With over 150 film and TV credits, you’ve definitely seen his work: Stargate SG-1, Riverdale, The Man in the High Castle, Once Upon a Time, Horns (with Daniel Radcliffe), The 9th Life of Louis Drax (with Jamie Dornan), and The Assignment (with Sigourney Weaver), to name a few.

A seasoned voice actor, Alex has brought to life characters like Red Skull (Marvel’s Lego Adventures), Vic Hoskins (Jurassic World), and Lyle Dylandy (Gundam OO), plus over 30 other anime titles.

He co-produced and starred in Patterson’s Wager (14 international awards), directed Not Indian Enough, and teaches acting to performers who’ve appeared in Arrow, Star Trek Beyond, Supergirl, and more.

Don’t miss your chance to meet this powerhouse of talent! Get tickets now at https://www.grandecon.ca/tickets

07/23/2025

GUESS THE GUEST!

We’ve got a brand new guest announcement dropping this Friday… but we want to see if you can guess who it is!

Drop your best guess in the comments below, and you’ll be entered to WIN two weekend passes to GrandeCon 2025!

Important: Please do not click on links or respond to suspicious comments or DMs. We will only contact the winner directly from our official GrandeCon account. This contest is not associated with Meta or any other platform.

Ready, set… GUESS!

07/18/2025

If you could mash up two completely different fandoms, what would they be and why?

Imagine Sailor Moon teaming up with the Ghostbusters. Or the cast of The Office trapped in the Resident Evil universe. Total chaos. Total fun.

Drop your weirdest, wildest fandom mash-up ideas below. Bonus points if it somehow makes sense.

07/16/2025

A big, colourful THANK YOU to Dobko & Wheaton once again sponsoring face painting at GrandeCon 2025!

Thanks to their continued support, our littlest con-goers (and let’s be honest, some adults too!) can transform into superheroes, fairies, monsters, and more, all weekend long.

Based right here in Grande Prairie, Dobko & Wheaton has been providing trusted, quality legal services since 1990. With over 50 years of combined experience and a deep understanding of the Peace Country, their team is here to help with your legal needs, whether it’s personal injury, insurance, or beyond.

Learn more at dobkowheaton.com