Fandom Trivia
Delack Guild Room State Street, SchenectadyDo you “want to be the very best, like no one ever was?” Test out your nerdy knowledge at Fandom Trivia!
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Celebrity Club House
Key Hall State Street, SchenectadyFind your favorite celebrities in Key Hall for autographs and selfies! See the full schedule.
Geek Garage
MainStage 432 State Street, SchenectadyThe Geek Garage, a standout section of Fandom Fest that celebrates the iconic vehicles of pop culture. Step into a world where fantasy meets reality. Featuring Greg's Van, the Batmobile, the Mystery Machine and more.
Dragon Dungeon
Dragon Dungeon State Street, SchenectadyDeep underground lies a treasure trove of tabletop texts, perfect for your perusal. Early registration is open for all announced games. Each player needs to fill out a sign-up form. Any unfilled slots will be available on a first come first serve on the day of the game in the... Read more »
Story Hour presented by The Costumer
MainStage Panel Room State Street, SchenectadyGet ready to unleash your inner hero and princess as we take you on a magical journey with Fandom Story Hour presented by The Costumer. Assemble in the MainStage Panel Room, where we’ll delve into the thrilling and enchanted worlds of capes, masks and tiaras. These events are perfect for children... Read more »
Celeb Panel: Stuntwork in Film
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, SchenectadyGui DaSilva-Greene will talk about his career as a stunt performer for popular movies such as Black Panther.
Celeb Panel: MadTv
MainStage 432 State Street, SchenectadyPhil Lamarr and Mo Collins chat about their time on MadTv. Learn about what set was like and hear some behind-the-scene stories!
Paint & Sip
Orchestra Room State Street, SchenectadyNo painting skills required for this unique, memorable experience! Book your stop to unlock your nerdy creativity. Painting option for this session is Calcifer from Studio Ghibli. Limit 40 people per session. In order to provide the best experience, paint and sip sessions are now $10 and require reservation ahead... Read more »
$10.00
The Big Book Fandom Panel: Readers Unite
Delack Guild Room State Street, SchenectadyJoin Spookyinthestacks, local librarian in-training and reading enthusiast, as they discuss the latest book fandom trends, chat about up-and-coming releases and geek out over all things bookish!
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Author Readings
MainStage Panel Room State Street, SchenectadyJoin local sci-fi and fantasy authors as they present short excerpts from their books followed by a Q&A. Featuring sci-fi, urban fantasy, humor and paranormal romance! Participants: Jeff Burns, Kate Sheeran Swed, Kyle A. Massa and Delaney Parker
Celeb Panel: Adam Nimoy
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, SchenectadyGet to know Author and Director Adam Nimoy. His most recent work includes, "The Most Human: Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy" (2024).
Celeb Panel: My Hero Academia
MainStage 432 State Street, SchenectadyJoin Elizabeth Maxwell (Midnight) and Caitlin Glass (Mina Ashido) as they talk about one of the most popular anime of this generation.
A Beginner’s Guide to Cosplay, Conventions and Hotels
Delack Guild Room State Street, SchenectadyHosted by Salíth. New to the world of cosplay, conventions and hotels? Or maybe not? Stepping into the cosplay and convention world may seem scary at first, but let us be your guide! Join us to learn some tips and tricks that veterans have learned over the years that you... Read more »
Furry Meetup
Fursuit Lounge 432 State Street, SchenectadyHosted by Liquid Sunshine Designs. Catch up with local furry friends, or find out what this fandom has to offer you! If you've been on the fence and not sure where to begin, or just think furries are cool, you're welcome to join in and have some fun with your... Read more »
Props Building 101: Intro to Cosplay Materials & Cosplay Tools You Might Not Know About
MainStage Panel Room State Street, SchenectadyHosted by SaratogaCosplay. Are you a new cosplayer or new to prop-building? Then this panel is your gateway to the world of crafting magic! Dive into the art of prop-making as we unveil the secrets behind some of our most favorite props. Discover the wonders of Worbla, EVA foam, air-dry... Read more »
Celeb Panel: Sailor Moon
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, SchenectadyThe Pretty Guardians, who fight for love and justice are at Fandom Fest. Join Linda Ballantyne (Sailor Moon) and Katie Griffin (Sailor Mars) as they share their stories.
Scene Fighting Workshop
MainStage 432 State Street, SchenectadyJoin Gui DaSilva-Greene, professional stuntman for Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther, in a 90-minute action packed scene fighting workshop! Learn foundational stunt moves for your next performance and find out about behind-the scenes choreography.
$20
Who Wants to be A Hashira?
Delack Guild Room State Street, SchenectadyRengoku is looking for new apprentice and has designed a quiz game molded after the popular gameshow "Who Wants to be A Millionaire?" If you have what it takes, come win prizes for your "Demon Slayer" knowledge!
Fandom Bingo
Orchestra Room State Street, SchenectadyNerdy themed BINGO! Free to play, winners will receive exclusive Fandom Fest merch!
Cosplay Research & Resources
MainStage Panel Room State Street, SchenectadyHosted by LothlorienCospaly. You’ve picked the perfect cosplay! But now you need to find the resources to pull it off. In this panel we will discuss how to research your chosen cosplay outfit and dive into reliable places to find cosplay materials both locally and online. Topics will include fabric... Read more »
Ten-Forward Last Call
Ten-Forward Lounge State Street, SchenectadyJim Yager and Jerry Silber thank everyone, highlight the events and hopes for next year.
The Art of Performance – Cosplay Style!
Delack Guild Room State Street, SchenectadyIf you are interested in performance as a cosplayer, stop by this panel for some tips from Magical Lee! Get insight to set you up for success on stage from start to finish!
Fuzzball, the World’s Greatest Gameshow
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, SchenectadyThe Illium Landfill needs funds to build a new cesspool, and the whole dump community has rallied together to put on a fundraiser. Quirky local characters mix with “celebrity guests” to support this effort, including such luminaries as Cupid, Santa Claus, a self-obsessed influencer, a chicken cult leader, a magic... Read more »