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EVENTS

Explore CulpeperCon's exciting lineup of events.

Register for our Cosplay Contest

Want to participate in our cosplay contest? Click below to register for the event!

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Participants must register prior to participating!

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Cosplay Runway & Contest

Friday, March 27 from 6pm-9pm

Refreshment doors open at 5:15.
In-person registration ends at 5:45. Seating opens at 6.

Contest starts promptly at 6:30. 

 

Showcase your creative costume creations and compete for fabulous prizes among fellow fans and cosplay enthusiasts!

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Keynote Speaker

Saturday, March 28 time TBD

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with John Gallagher to explore the world of graphic novels and pop culture!

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General Events

Saturday, March 28 from 10am-5pm

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Experience the creativity of esteemed sponsors with a wide range of customized events.

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•2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKER • KEYNOTE SPEAKER 2026•

John Gallagher

Jon Gallagher is the award‑winning artist and writer behind the Max Meow: Cat Crusader series, published by Random House. He serves as art director for Ranger Rick magazine at the National Wildlife Federation and is co‑founder of Kids Love Comics, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting literacy through graphic storytelling. An enthusiastic advocate for reading, Jon learned to read via comics and now leads workshops teaching children how to create their own.

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Events

ALL FREE ALL DAY - MARCH 28 STARTING AT 10:00 a.m. 

BECOME A SPONSOR

Wish to sponsor an event listed above? Partner with CulpeperCon to reach a dynamic audience of pop culture fans. Your sponsorship will help us deliver an exciting lineup of events, exhibits, and activities that inspire and entertain.

CulpeperCon's First Cosplay Runway & Contest Winner receiving a prize

EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday, March 27, 2026

Saturday, March 28, 2026

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Cosplay only)

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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