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Metro-Con at Simon Fraser University 2026
Get your costume ready. Metro-Con returns to Burnaby for three days of horror, Halloween, cosplay, gaming, anime, and pop culture at Simon Fraser University’s Convocation Mall. Part of the Burnaby Halloween Festival, this FanCon welcomes fans of all ages with celebrity appearances, live entertainment, screenings, interactive programming, and plenty of fandom fun.
- When: Friday, October 16 – Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Friday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (VIP opening earlier each day)
- Where: Convocation Mall, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive West, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6
- Cost: Ticketed. See the ticket page for pricing.
- Hosted by: Metro-Con, part of the Burnaby Halloween Festival
- Tickets: Get Metro-Con tickets
- Website: Metro-Con
Show Hours
- Friday, October 16: VIP opening 3:30 PM | General admission 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday, October 17: VIP opening 10:30 AM | General admission 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday, October 18: VIP opening 10:30 AM | General admission 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What’s Included
Celebrity Guests, Panels, and Signings
Meet celebrity guests, catch panels, and explore autograph and photo opportunities. Check the Metro-Con website for the latest guest and programming announcements.
Gaming, Exhibitors, and Marketplace
Discover gaming, artists, exhibitors, collectibles, and a marketplace packed with unique finds.
Live Entertainment and Screenings
Live entertainment, screenings, and interactive programming keep the fun going across all three days.
FanCon Cosplay Contest
The FanCon Cosplay Contest returns, bringing together cosplayers from across British Columbia and beyond to show off their creativity, craftsmanship, and performances.
Workshops
Hands-on workshops are part of the weekend’s programming.
Artist Alley
Indie meets pro in this area where you can find favourite pencillers, inkers, and writers, the people who work on the front lines of the industry. Look for comics, graphic novels, limited edition prints, and original art and sketches.
Getting There
By transit, take the 145 from Production Way–University Station, the 144 from Metrotown Station, or the R5 RapidBus to SFU. Check TransLink before you travel for the latest schedules and service updates.