
Where To Stay
Friday 3PM-8PM | Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday 11AM-5PM
2026 Panel Schedule
Friday Schedule
PANEL ROOM A
5:00pm - Phineas and Ferb: Featuring Vincent Martella, David Errigo Jr.
6:00pm - Terrifier: Featuring David Howard Thornton
7:00pm - Tara Sands
8:30pm - 11:30pm - Vampire Prince Coronation: Take on the role of a modern-day vampire in this Live Action Role-playing (LARP) game event for ages 16+ based on the Vampire: The Masquerade setting. Tonight the Kindred of Huntsville decide who will be the next Prince of the city. Feel free to come in cosplay or costume (PG-13). The player with the best vampire costume is awarded a $50 gift certificate to Noble Knight Games (enough to buy the game book)!
PANEL ROOM B
4:00pm - Marty Grabstein
5:00pm - Full House: Featuring Dave Coulier and Andrea Barber
6:00pm - Vicki Lawrence
7:00pm - Dragon Ball Z: Featuring Kara Edwards, Kyle Hebert, Dameon Clarke
PANEL ROOM C
4:00pm - The Hidden Nature of the Paranormal: A brief excursion into lesser known possible explanations for paranormal phenomena
5:00pm - Cosplay Burnout: Cosplaying can be extremely draining on the body and mind, leading to a burnout. Cosplay burnout can be caused by a variety of factors, including social media, personal issues, and a lack of motivation. Join Ebby (also known as Chibi Magical Girl) as she discuss additional causes of cosplay burnout as well as ways to avoid it.
6:00pm - "Hero Too" Dance Class with Mina Ashido: This is a dance panel. Mina will be teaching the chorus of "Hero Too" from Class 1A's performance during U.A's School Festival. The seesion will start by doing a few stretches, there will be a break for water and individual practice, and by the end you'll get to do the dance on your own with music and then we can all dance together!
Saturday Schedule
PANEL ROOM A
11:00am - Classic Cartoons: Featuring Loren Lester, Diane Pershing, Neil Ross
12:00pm - Chris Sarandon
1:00pm - Wil Wheaton
2:00pm - Smallville: Featuring Tom Welling and Erica Durance
3:00pm - Ming-Na Wen
4:00pm - Clone Wars: Featuring Ashley Eckstein, Matt Lanter, James Arnold Taylor, Nika Futterman, Anna Graves, and Daniel Logan
5:00pm - Hazbin Hotel: Featuring Christian Borle, Joel Perez, Amir Talai, Krystina Alabado, Kimiko Glenn, and Blake Roman
6:00pm - Cosplay Finals
PANEL ROOM B
11:00am - Castle Council: D&D and Parks & Rec collide at the Castle Council! Our council members want to hear your problems taking place within our fantasy city and will then (attempt) to solve them right before your eyes! Come enjoy comedy, adventure, and fantasy fun for the whole family at this actual play comedy show!
12:00pm - Grey DeLisle
1:00pm - Zachary Levi
2:00pm - My Hero Academia: Featuring Kyle Phillips and Leah Clark
3:00pm - Steve Blum
4:00pm - Sons of Anarchy: Featuring Ron Perlman and Emilio Rivera
5:00pm - Christopher Lloyd
7:30pm - 9:00pm - Smallville Nights: Featuring Tom Welling and more (*ticketed event - GET TICKETS HERE)
PANEL ROOM C
11:00am - Mental Health and Illness Portrayed in Anime: This panel explores how anime portrays various mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and social isolation, while offering a platform to discuss the real-life implications of these issues. We analyze scenes from well-loved anime series, using these examples as a springboard for deeper discussions on the psychological and emotional struggles that characters face. Through these discussions, we bridge the gap between entertainment and education, providing a relatable and engaging approach to understanding mental health. Our goal is to foster empathy and promote mental well-being by showing how anime can help illuminate the challenges individuals with mental health conditions experience.
12:00pm - NASA Lunar Science in Action: Payloads Powering Discovery!: NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) is laying the groundwork for the return to our Moon. Come learn about past and future developments directly from Mission Managers from the Planetary Missions Program Office!
1:00pm - So you want to join the 501st, Rebel Legion, or Mando Mercs: What are the missions of these clubs? Are they part of the same organization? How do I join? This panel will answer these questions and more about the most prominent Star Wars Costume clubs and what they are all about.
2:00pm - Talking 'Bout Timely: A look back at the Golden age of Marvel Comics. From the Human Torch to Archie the Gruesome, a brief rundown of Timely Comics
3:00pm - Geek Out Huntsville
4:00pm - Weathering 101: Fabric and Foam: Looking to add some depth and detailing to your next cosplay project? During this panel, we’ll outline the methods, materials, and techniques you'll need to take your costume to the next level!
5:00pm - Wax Packs and Pop Culture: The Non-Sport Card Hobby: Lightsabers, superheroes, and pop culture history takes center stage as we discuss non-sport trading cards featuring iconic franchises like Star Wars and Marvel Comics. From vintage wax packs to today’s high-end hobby boxes packed with autographs and screen-used memorabilia, these collectibles showcase the evolution of entertainment.
6:15pm - Mark Spears / Art the Clown Exclusive Signing (*ticketed event - GET TICKETS HERE)
Sunday Schedule
PANEL ROOM A
12:00pm - A Goofy Movie: Featuring Bill Farmer and Jason Marsden
1:00pm - Pink Rangers: Featuring Amy Jo Johnson and Catherine Sutherland
2:00pm - The Walking Dead: Featuring Ross Marquand and Michael Cudlitz
3:00pm - 2026 Expo Closing Ceremonies
PANEL ROOM B
12:00pm - Judith Hoag
1:00pm - Anson Mount
2:00pm - Phil LaMarr
PANEL ROOM C
12:00pm - Cosplay Q&A: A Q&A session for judges and cosplay guests to chat with the community.
1:00pm - Building BB-8: Ever wonder how BB-8 rolls around yet keeps his head on? Droid builder Wayne Neumaier (A7L Props) will go over how this unique droid design was brought to life in the films and real life!
2:00pm - Dungeon Mastering 101: Been thinking of becoming a Dungeon Masters? Not sure where to start? Come hang with a panel of DM's and learn the ropes!
3:00pm - The History of Horror Games: Horror is an important genre in the history of gaming culture. It went from being niche to a viral YouTube phenomenon. In The History of Horror Games panel, we discuss the various types of horror through the different eras of gaming.
