Get Ready, Toronto – FAN EXPO Canada 2025 Is Bringing the Heat!
Pop culture fans, mark your calendars: FAN EXPO Canada 2025 is coming to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from August 21–24, and it’s going to be legendary. Whether you’re into comics, cosplay, anime, sci-fi, horror, or gaming, this year’s expo has something for everyone—and yes, Nintendo is bringing the Switch 2.
Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Hands-On Experience
Nintendo of Canada is giving fans an exclusive hands-on with the Nintendo Switch™ 2 system, featuring playable demos of:
- Mario Kart™ World
- Donkey Kong™ Bananza (just released!)
- Metroid Prime™ 4: Beyond (releasing in 2025)
And if that’s not enough, check out partner titles like:
- Street Fighter™ 6 Years 1–2 Fighters Edition
- Hades II
- Borderlands 4
- ELDEN RING: Tarnished Edition
Fans can also score free branded merch, a mini poster (while supplies last), and an exclusive digital background by completing a post-show survey through your My Nintendo Account.
Who’s Attending FAN EXPO Canada 2025?
This year’s celebrity lineup is stacked. Meet Hollywood icons, MCU legends, and anime voice stars all under one roof:
Major Headliners:
- Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, and Mary Steenburgen – Back to the Future reunion
- Ewan McGregor – Star Wars
- John Boyega – Star Wars
- William Shatner – Star Trek
- Mike Tyson – The Hangover, Boxing Legend
- Hailee Steinfeld – Arcane, Spider-Verse, MCU (Sunday only!)
Smallville Cast Reunion:
Tom Welling, Erica Durance, Kristin Kreuk, Michael Rosenbaum, and more.
Animation Voices:
Dante Basco (Avatar: The Last Airbender), Tim Daly (Superman: TAS), Alex Brightman & cast of Hazbin Hotel, Helluva Boss, and others.
Check all guests at https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpocanada/all-guests/
Cosplay, Panels & Fan Fun
Aside from celeb selfies and game demos, experience:
- Cosplay Central – Meet top-tier cosplayers, watch sketch battles, and suit up for group photos.
- Panels & Q&As – Get insider secrets from your fav stars, animators, and creators. (I’ll be moderating a panel! Stay tuned for more updates on this.)
- Epic Shopping – From rare comics to fan merch, this is the place to grab something cool.
Special experiences include:
- Ghost Machine Supper – Dine with comic industry icons like Geoff Johns and Jason Fabok.
- Maid Café – A charming Akihabara-inspired event with tea, games, and performances.
Getting There & Ticket Tips
Getting to Metro Toronto Convention Centre is easy, with GO Transit bundle options starting at $10 per day (kids under 12 ride free). Four-day GO transit passes are only $40.
Show Hours:
- Thursday 4 PM – 9 PM
- Friday 10 AM – 7 PM
- Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM
- Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
Special Preview on Thursday at 2 PM for VIP, Ultimate, and 4-Day pass holders who purchase in advance.
🎟️ Get your tickets now before they’re gone!
Why You Can’t Miss It
FAN EXPO Canada 2025 isn’t just a con—it’s the ultimate pop culture celebration. Whether you’re racing in Mario Kart World, snagging a selfie with Michael J. Fox, or rocking a cosplay crown, this weekend will be one for the history books.
So grab your lightsabers, pack your Poké Balls, and power up—I’ll see you in Toronto!
Source: Nintendo Canada and FAN EXPO Canada