Florida fans, grab your lanyards and your pumpkin spice! September is here, which means cooler weather (well, “Florida-cool,”) so its time to enjoy the breeze and a lineup of conventions that set the stage for spooky season. From anime beach vibes to cosplay masquerades, September is where fandom and fright start to collide. And with horror cons coming, its time to wrap up our anime expos, and comic book celebrations. There’s no shortage of reasons to pack your bag (and maybe an extra pumpkin spice) for weekend adventures all across the state!
🗓️✨Ancient City Con 2025 St. Augustine (September 12-14) World Golf Village Renaissance Resort
Ancient City Con is one of Florida’s longest-running cons, this fest brings together all your favorite genres, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, tabletop, video games, and more, in the state’s oldest city. It’s relaxed, historic, and wholeheartedly welcoming
🗓️✨Ocala Comic Con (September 20–21 )
World Equestrian Center
Set amidst equestrian elegance, this con blends comics, cosplay, and creativity against a backdrop that doubles as a unique cosplay runway. A subtle gallop into pop-culture fun.
🗓️✨ Ultracon of South Florida (September 19-21) South Florida Expo Center.
A multi-genre powerhouse combining anime, comics, gaming, and collectibles. Known for its colorful cosplay and family-friendly energy, it’s where Palm Beach fandom comes alive.
🗓️✨Sugoi Expo (September 19–21) • Hilton Orlando.
Anime immersion through and through with K-pop vibes, cosplay galore, cosplay workshops, panels, J-pop concerts, and that one-of-a-kind fan spirit. Perfect for all ages seeking flair with their fandom.
🗓️✨ Fanboy Expo Orlando (September 26–28) Orange County Convention Center.
Classic comic con vibes, amazing celebrity guests, panels, cosplay contest, vendors, and entertainment. It’s a return to Orlando’s beloved community celebration of comics and pop culture that we’ve all been waiting for!
🗓️✨ Anime St. Pete (September 27–28 )The Coliseum Historical Venue.
A growing hub for anime lovers, new cosplay artists, and performance fans right in historic downtown St. Pete. Creative, community-driven, and full of heart. With energetic reimagining, Anime St. Pete can’t wait to show you a new and improved good time!
🗓️✨ Anime Splash Pool Party, Hosted by Anime St. Pete (September 27th, 5PM-10PM) Join Anime St. Pete in a cosplay and k-pop filled evening ! One of the last pool parties of the year, this will be an event to remember!
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