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Metrocon 2022

Basic info

Metrocon is an anime convention in Tampa, Florida on July 15-17, 2022. The 3-day event is at the Tampa Convention Center. Convention hours are 10 a.m. – 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Ticket info

Metrocon offers single-day and weekend passes as well as VIP upgrades.

Friday

An individual ticket is $35 plus tax/fee.

Saturday 

An individual ticket is $50 plus tax/fee.

Sunday

An individual ticket is $45 plus tax/fee.

Child passes

For children ages 6-12 single-day tickets are $20 tax/fees, weekend passes are $45 plus tax/fees. Additionally, children under 6 are free.

Weekend passes / VIP passes

Weekend passes are $90 tax/fees and include 2-day admission. VIP upgrades include early access to events, preferred front-row seating for Main Events, Special Events, and Guest Track panels, preferred autograph access for all autograph signings, early access to the Merchant Hall, a separate line at registration for badge pickup, a free convention T-Shirt, a complimentary ticket to the Masquerade, plus much more including free stuff and exclusive access. VIP ticket upgrades range from $70-$80 and must be bought in addition to a single day or weekend pass.

Hotel Info

The hotel listed by Metrocon is Embassy Suites Downtown Tampa at 513 S. Florida Ave, Tampa, FL.

Follow Metrocon on social media

Visit Metrocon on Facebook and Instagram (and while you’re checking out their social media, please follow Florida Comic Cons on Facebook and Instagram).

Become a vendor

Vendor tables and booths range from $250 in Artist Alley to $600 for a corner booth.

Metrocon By The Numbers

Florida Comic Cons breaks down Metrocon By The Numbers: Ticket price, last year’s attendance, number of days, and years in operation.

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