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Cosplay, Contests & Celebrities at CAP-EX 2026 • Chico • Oct 17–18 • Join the fandom! 🎉

05/01/2026

Single day tickets are officially LIVE for CAP-EX 2026 🔥

October 17–18 at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico, CA

Saturday 11AM–6PM
Sunday 11AM–5PM

🎟️ Pricing

Saturday General – $15
Sunday General – $10
Saturday Family – $50
Sunday Family – $35

Family tickets include 2 adults + 2 kids (ages 12–18)

Celebrities. Contests. Cosplay.

All coming together for one massive weekend.

Secure your tickets now and lock in the best pricing before the next tier hits.

04/22/2026

🎲 ARTIST SHOWCASE – FALLING ROCKS DICE 🎲
Handmade resin dice crafted with precision, creativity, and serious tabletop energy. Every set brings unique color, sharp edges, and premium feel to any campaign or collection.

From bold statement pieces to subtle, intricate designs, Falling Rocks Dice delivers quality that stands out on every roll.

📍 Catch Falling Rocks Dice inside Artist Alley at CAP-EX 2026
🎟 October 17–18
📍 Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Chico CA

COSPLAY • CONTESTS • CELEBRITIES • MTG • SMASH BROS

04/21/2026

✨ BIG GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT! ✨

We're thrilled to welcome Jordan Dash Cruz to CAP-EX 2026! 🎉

Known for his incredible voice work as:
Stark in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
Mini Master Roshi in Dragon Ball Daima
Aoshi Tokimitsu in Blue Lock
Taiga Tsugeura in Wind Breaker
Temenos in Octopath Traveler II..and many more!

Jordan is a talented actor, director, and all-around awesome guest who brings so much energy to every panel and meet & greet. You won’t want to miss your chance to meet him! 🔥

📅 October 17-18, 2026
🕚 Sat 11AM–6PM | Sun 11AM–5PM
📍 Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Chico, CA
🎟️ Kids 12 & under FREE
🅿️ Free parking
🎮 Cosplay • Smash Bros • MTG • Panels • Vendors • Artists
Get your tickets now at www.chicocapex.com!

Tag a friend who needs to come with you! 👇

04/15/2026

🚨 BIG GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT – CAP-EX 2026! 🚨

We’re bringing serious talent to Chico…

🎤 Jill Harris is coming to CAP-EX! 🎉

Best known for:
✨ Fern – Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
🔥 Noelle Silva – Black Clover
💎 Luminous Valentine – That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime
🚀 Suletta Mercury – Gundam: Witch from Mercury
💖 Nino Nakano – The Quintessential Quintuplets
👑 Aura Bella Fiora – Overlord
🎭 Charlie Morningstar – Hazbin Hotel (Pilot)
🦁 Mandalay – My Hero Academia
⚔️ Yuzuriha – Hell’s Paradise

📸 Meet in person
✍️ Autographs
🎤 Guest panels

This is exactly the kind of energy we’re bringing for Year 2… and we’re just getting started.

🎟️ Tickets on sale, link in bio

👀 More guest announcements on the way

Tag someone who NEEDS to meet Jill 👇

04/08/2026

✨ FEATURED COSPLAYER – ASTROS_HERE ✨
We’re beyond excited to welcome back to CAP-EX 2026!

🏆 Master Level Competitive Cosplayer
🏅 60+ Awards Earned
🎤 Contest Judge & Organizer

Astro isn’t just a cosplayer… she’s a leader in the community. From crafting incredible builds to helping run and judge competitions across the country, she brings both talent and experience to the stage.

She’ll be returning to run our Cosplay Contest, so if you’re competing this year… with our amazing judges you’re in expert hands.

📍 Chico Anime & Pop Expo
📅 October 17–18
🎟️ Tickets available now

04/05/2026

Want the full CAP-EX experience?

VIP Tickets are now available.

Skip the lines, get early access, and walk the event with exclusive gear that sets you apart.

Only 50 VIP passes will be available.

Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Chico Anime & Pop Expo
October 17–18
Silver Dollar Fairgrounds

Get yours now at chicocapex.com

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03/30/2026

🔥 GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥

We’re excited to welcome Christopher Guerrero to CAP-EX 2026!

Known for his role as Ainz Ooal Gown in Overlord, Christopher brings one of the most iconic voices in anime to Chico this October.

🎤 Meet & greets
📸 Autographs
🎙 Guest panels

This is just the beginning… more announcements coming soon.
🎟 Tickets available now
📍 Silver Dollar Fairgrounds – Chico, CA
📅 October 17–18

03/25/2026

🎨 ARTIST SHOWCASE – Dollar & Wolfe Trading Co. 🎨

Step inside a shop straight out of a Dungeons & Dragons adventure…
Dollar & Wolfe Trading Co. isn’t just a brand, it’s a world. Inspired by their original comic about an adventurer’s shop, they’ve brought that vision into reality, creating a booth filled with artwork, handcrafted goods, and hidden gems worthy of any hero’s inventory.
⚔️ Fantasy-inspired art & accessories
🛍️ Handmade goods crafted with passion
📜 A story-driven brand built from the ground up
Behind the booth is a husband-and-wife team turning creativity into something real. From webcomic roots to pop-up events, they’ve built this together while balancing full-time jobs, all to share their art with you.

When you stop by, you’re not just shopping, you’re stepping into their world.

Make sure to visit .wolfe.trading.co at CAP-EX 2026!

📅 October 17–18
📍 Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, Chico CA
🎟️ Tickets available now
👉 www.chicocapex.com⁠

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2357 Fair St
Chico, CA
95928

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