No matter what galaxy, timeline, or dimension you call home (we welcome them all!), Long Island’s 2026 conventions are your passport to pure geek bliss. Whether you’re cosplaying as your favorite hero, repping your fandom as a Whovian, Trekkie, Jedi, or gamer, you’ll find your people right here. Hunt for rare comics, score exclusive merch, and meet the stars who bring your favorite worlds to life. These cons aren’t just events, they’re portals to adventure, connection, and unforgettable fandom fun.
Long Island Convention of Horror (LICH)
Get ready to scream with excitement at the second annual Long Island Convention of Horror planned for February 27th-March 1st, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Long Island in Hauppauge.
Where: Hyatt Regency Long Island, 1717 Motor Pkwy, Hauppauge. When: February 27-March 1, 2026.
Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo
A weekend of dice rolling thrills, strategic victories, and fun for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Head to the expo for role playing games, board games, card games, meniture games, live experiences, and vendors. Held Saturday, March 7th from 10am – 9pm and Sunday, March 8th from 10am – 5pm. Get tickets.
Where: Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City. When: March 7-8, 2026.
EMcon Animefest 2026
Where: East Meadow Public Library,1886 Front St, East Meadow. When: Saturday, April 25 – Sunday, April 26, 2026.
LI TCG Show
The Long Island TCG Show is a paradise for trading card fans, bringing together collectors, players, and vendors under one roof. Browse an incredible selection of Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Magic: The Gathering cards, from rare vintage pulls to the latest releases. Join tournaments, sit in on panels, and show off your best cosplay, it’s the ultimate celebration of the TCG community! Click here to read about last year’s show.
Where: Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale. When: May 2-3, 2026.
Brook Con
Brook Con returns to Stony Brook University for a full weekend of anime, gaming, and fandom culture—all organized by students who clearly know their audience. This two-day convention packs in an Artist Alley, Vendors Hall, cosplay contest, and the fan-favorite “Brook Con Live~!?” show, alongside a wide mix of panels that range from interactive and competitive to deep-dive discussions on anime and fandom. There’s also a video game lounge to jump into between sessions, plus guest appearances that round out the experience. One ticket covers both days, making it an easy pick for a full weekend of fandom energy.
Where: Student Activities Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook. When: May 2–3, 2026
HurriCon
HurriCon is a unique, community-driven comic art convention in East Rockaway that blends fandom with a meaningful mission. Known as Long Island’s only benefit comic con, it brings together artists, writers, cosplay, collectibles, and raffles, with all proceeds supporting Bethany Congregational Church and its ongoing community programs.
Where: Bethany Congregational Church, 100 Main Street, East Rockaway, NY. When: May 9, 2026.
CradleCon
One of Long Island’s largest conventions for science fiction, fantasy, anime and comic fans. Find yourself lost in a sea of cosplayers, vendors, panels, games, and special guests. There is a little something for everyone at this convention. We met heroes and villians at last year’s con. Click here to watch our recap video.
Where: Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City. When: May 16-17, 2026.
Pop-Con Patchogue
Pop Con transforms the Patchogue-Medford Library into a full-on fandom hub for the day, featuring a 20+ vendor Artist Alley packed with comics, collectibles, and original art, a cosplay contest judged by pros Rizuki and TAFKAR Designs, and appearances from voice actors Bill Lobley (Arcane, BioShock Infinite, GTA) and Dick Terhune (Transformers: Cyberverse, World of Warcraft). Throughout the day, you can jump into panels like Behind the Mic and Upgrade Your Cosplay, compete in a Super Smash Bros. tournament, build your first D&D character, or trade cards at the Trading Card Wall. There’s also a Pokémon Stamp Rally with prizes, arcade and board games, LEGO displays and build challenges, live video game music performances, and hands-on activities like pixel art, button making, and superhero caricatures. Add in food trucks, a Toast Coffee pop-up, a life-sized TARDIS photo op, and live painting outside, and it’s a surprisingly stacked, community-driven con experience all under one roof.
Where: Patchogue-Medford Library, Main Branch (Patchogue). When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 (Rain Date: June 6) from 10am – 4pm.
MakerFaire Long Island
Maker Faire Long Island is a high-energy, hands-on celebration of creativity that brings together inventors, artists, engineers, and makers of all kinds for a full day of interactive exhibits, live demos, and DIY experiences. Often called the “Greatest Show and Tell on Earth,” it invites attendees to explore everything from robotics and 3D printing to science experiments and large-scale art, all designed to spark curiosity and inspire your next big idea.
Where: Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY. When: June 6, 2026.
Trek Long Island 4
New later dates for this annual con and a new theme! This year we beam down to Risa… Travel to strange new worlds and immerse yourself in all things Star Trek right here on Long Island. With superstar guests, vendors, panels, and cosplayers from every era of Trek all around, this is sure to be a fascinating event for Trekkies and Trekkers alike. Click here to learn what inspired event organizer Stefanie Gangone to boldly go where no one has gone before on Long Island. And click here to watch every time we made people give us the Vulcan salute at Trek Long Island.
Where: Hyatt Regency Long Island, 1717 Motor Pkwy, Hauppauge. When: June 12 – 14, 2026.
Eternal Con
Eternal Con is officially coming back again in 2026.
Where: David S. Mack Complex, Hofstra University, 245, Hempstead. When: July 11–12, 2026.
4th Annual Sci-Fi Mini Con
The 5th Annual Sci-Fi Mini Con to benefit Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County is coming back again. Expect vendors, guests, and cosplayers galore. To see what it’s like, click here for our recap in 2025.
Where: Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville. When: Saturday, July 18, 2026 from Noon – 5pm.
LI Retro Gaming Expo
The Long Island Retro Gaming Expo, New York’s ultimate celebration of classic video games, returns to the Cradle of Aviation Museum. Enjoy special guests, interactive exhibits, and endless free play across generations of gaming history!
Where: Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd, Garden City. When: August 7-9, 2026.
LI Tropic Con
Called “New York’s pop culture paradise,” this festival focuses on anime and cosplay with a cosplay competition that usually gives away big prizes. Click here to watch a replay of 2025 Tropic Con.
Where: Hyatt Regency Long Island, 1717 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge. When: August 15-16, 2026.
Long Island’s Doctor Who Convention
This is one of the longest running sci-fi cons on Long Island, this one’s completely dedicated to Doctor Who. Last year, they had not one, but two full-sized TARDISes (TARDI?). Click here to purchase you ticket. Scheduled guests for 2026 include Katy Manning, Paul jericho and Sarah Louise Madison with more to come! Travel through time to see what we saw during last year’s Doctor Who convention in our video recap by clicking here. Also, read all about con founder Ken Deep by clicking here.
Where: Holiday Inn Long Island, 1730 N. Ocean Avenue, Holtsville. When: August 14-16, 2026.
Troopercon
TrooperCon is a free, family-friendly Star Wars fan event hosted in partnership with the 501st Legion, bringing screen-accurate costumes, movie-quality props, and hands-on fandom to venues across Long Island. Designed as an immersive but approachable convention experience, TrooperCon gives fans the chance to meet costumers, learn how armor is built and worn, explore Star Wars characters up close, and connect with sister groups like Rebel Legion and Saber Guild. They focus on accessibility, education, and community, blending cosplay, charity, and behind-the-scenes insight into what makes Star Wars fandom thrive.
Where: Levittown Hall, 201 Levittown Pkwy, Hicksville. When: September 13, 2026.
Extrava Con
ExtravaCon returns for its second year built around variety, accessibility, and late-fall timing. Created by Long Island TCG Show founder Rebecca Seepersad, the event blends comics, toys, artists, collectibles, celebrity guests, and cosplay into a balanced, family-friendly experience without overloading any single fandom. With an expanding cosplay lineup and interactive fan elements, ExtravaCon is creating another space where fans can meet, participate, and engage directly with the fandoms they love.
Where: Hilton-Long Island, Melville. When: November 14 & 15, 2026.
HurriCon
HurriCon returns later in the year with another full day of comics, art, and community, continuing its mission of celebrating geek culture while giving back. Expect a welcoming atmosphere, unique vendors, and a strong sense of local connection that sets this con apart.
Where: Bethany Congregational Church, 100 Main Street, East Rockaway, NY. When: December 12, 2026.
To Be Announced for 2026
- SmithCon
- MastiCon
- OceanCon
