5 Reasons to Attend Ancient City Con 2025

Ancient City Con 2025 (Sept 12th-14th) is sliding into the spotlight as it quickly approaches! Hosted in Saint Augustine, FL. at the World Golf Village Renaissance Resort, with so many other amazing local events and delights to see, you know this convention has a lot of local gems to compete with and no one does it better. Now in its 17th year, this convention holds your attention and is a fan-favorite, bringing together everything nerds like us love—sci-fi, fantasy, anime, horror, tabletop and video gaming, cosplay, comics, and more. Like these 5 Reasons to attend Ancient City Con 2025.

reason #1: Cosplay Showdown

Whether you’re walking the stage in Ancient City Con’s Cosplay Competition or cheering from the crowd, cosplay here is truly for everyone. You don’t have to join the lip-sync battles, perfect your stage presence, or hand-make an elaborate costume to be part of it—just showing up in your favorite look counts. Cosplay is for everyone, and we at Florida Comic Cons hope that Ancient City Con might just bring out the kind of stage presence in you that rivals Broadway itself!
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reason #2: voice actors

Reason #2: Award-Winning Vibe
This isn’t just a convention—it’s a welcoming fandom home. Ancient City Con has been nominated for multiple Best in Bold City awards, proving that even the locals recognize the sense of community it brings. The con radiates inclusivity and belonging with plenty of thoughtful touches, much like its parent city. Although we all know the grand city of St. Augustine, with its timeworn cobblestone streets and historical sites, might not always be the most wheelchair-friendly destination, Ancient City Con rises above those challenges for its patrons. Accessibility here isn’t limited to mobility needs—Ancient City Con also offers an amazing silent sound–enhanced audio experience, a feature that reframes self-care as part of the con adventure. It’s a thoughtful detail that lets the crowds melt away into serenity and good vibes for all.
 
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reason #3: fcc best cosplay we see! competition

Florida Comic Cons will be hosting our fan-favorite “Best Cosplay We See!” competition all weekend. We roam the con, scouting amazing cosplays in real time! No stage or sign-up required. It’s a chance for cosplayers to shine (especially introverts who don’t want to walk the stage!), and all finalists get featured in an FCC blog. Winners receive convention tickets to events such as Anime St. Pete.

reason #4: An All Star Guest Lineup!

 
No convention is complete without its special guests, and Ancient City Con 2025 is serving up a lineup that spans genres and generations. This year you’ll find icons from across fandoms, whether you grew up on Saturday morning cartoons, late-night anime binges, or cult classics. Legends of the nerd world will be here for fans of all ages to enjoy. You can get an early Halloween vibe from actor Doug Jones, or go back to your musical roots with Nivek Ogre. And that’s just the start! Voice actors, cult icons, and fan-favorites are bringing panels, autographs, and stories that remind us why we fell in love with fandom in the first place.
– Check out Ancient City Con’s full guest lineup HERE.

reason 5: After-Hours Parties!

 Of course, no con experience would be complete without a party. Whether you’re hosting your own or diving into the fun with free after-hours events on Friday and Saturday night, Ancient City Con keeps the energy going long after the vendor hall closes. From family-friendly gatherings to 18+ parties, there’s something for everyone once the sun goes down. If you’re a night owl ready to max out your stamina bar, Saturday’s Goth-themed Night cranks up the bold beats and dark vibes. Together these late-night events will bring the energy to keep the weekend vibes alive! 
– Check out the full list of after-hours events HERE , and get ready to party your way through Ancient City weekend
 

if you like Ancient City Con, we recommend anime st. pete

Anime St. Pete 2025 is a two-day celebration of anime, cosplay, gaming, and fandom held at the historic St. Petersburg Coliseum on September 27–28. The event features 6 big-name voice actors, epic main stage contests, a curated vendor hall, and a vibrant cosplay community. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, ASP25 delivers high-energy entertainment, unforgettable photo ops, and creative experiences, making it a must-attend anime event! Learn more below about the franchise celebrations and contests (applications are open for cosplay and lip sync) as well as ticket deals that make the event affordable (don’t forget free parking).

Pokemon

Get ready, Trainers!  ASP25 is going all-in on Pokémon with a major celebration that includes voice actors, fan panels, and lots of franchise merch. Nearly 100 Pokémon characters voiced by 2 voice actor legends, and signature-ready Funko Pops make this the ultimate signing experience! And yes! several of the characters they voice have official Funko Pops, making this a signature collector’s dream.

Kaiju No. 8

Kaiju No. 8 has exploded onto the anime scene with its mix of high-octane monster battles and down-to-earth characters, and ASP25 is bringing the series to life with two of its English-dub stars. Together, these actors cover fan-favorite roles that anchor the new hit’s story, from frontline fighters to tactical support. Meet the voices behind major characters like Kaiju No. 10, Konomi Okonogi and Iharu Furuhashi.

contest & panel applications open

Applications for contests and panels are open till August 31. And ASP25 treats its accepted contestants and panel hosts really well- 1 free weekend ticket plus 1 dessert ticket as our ty for joining in! Info and applications available for Craftsmanship Cosplay Contest, Novice Craftsmanship Cosplay Contest, Lip Sync Competition, and Panels. Signup for Video Game Tournament at the event on Saturday by noon, and for Runway Cosplay Contest on Sunday by noon.

ticket deals that make this an easy-to-attend con

Tickets start at $20. And grab a bundle deal to add St. Pete Comic Con on February 28-March 1 for one low price (it’s 2 cons for the price of 1). Buy tickets before August 31 and you’re automatically entered into weekly drawings for autographed anime voice actor merch. And don’t forget the new Fandom Shopping Rewards where you can earn free con tickets with your vendor purchases. Learn more on each below.

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