AFTER PARTIES & EVENTS

Relive memories from the shire to the depths of Mordor with The Lord of the Rings stars Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Dominic Monaghan, and Billy Boyd. Together. In the same room. We’re not crying, you’re crying.

Not ready to quit partying? FAN EXPO After Dark will be raging long after the show floor closes with late-night sessions including a moving screening, Drink N' Draw, games, and more.

Time to chill out, grab a drink, and talk comics. Join your favorite comic creators and mingle with other readers, writers, and artists for a casual and geeky happy hour. Plus, receive a limited edition litho that can be signed by guests. Free with badge. Space is limited. Cash bar for attendees 21+.

Get ready to dance the night away with fellow anime fans at our Official Anime Rave. Whether you're rocking your favorite cosplay or just want to party, Medusa's is the place to be after the show floor closes on Friday night.

DATE: Friday, April 12
TIME: 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
LOCATION: Medusa Restaurant & Lounge Cleveland - 1437 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114
TICKETS: $20 In Advance, $30 at the door/$20 at the door in costume

Get ready for a night like no other with Ohio's premier nerdlesque troupe, The Fandom Fantasies. From stormtroopers twirling blasters to being serenaded by Bowser, brace yourself for an evening where fantasy meets flirtation in this 18+ event. Cash bar will be available onsite for 21+ attendees. 

Join Emmy® Award-winning cartoonist Joe Wos for quirky drawing challenges, pop culture puzzles, music, drinks, and more. Plus, get a chance to win some awesome prizes.

Join us for a special movie screening of Wu Lin: The Society (2022) — During a global pandemic in the year 2050, two detectives investigate a series of strange murders. They soon discover that a mysterious ninja who is connected to a dangerous cult may be responsible. Yes, you read that correctly — ninja cults.

Think you can escape? Put your skills to the test with the Haunted Hints Escape Room. Their games feature spooky themes that are designed for players eight and up.

Bingo, but to a tune. In this musical take on the original, bingo players of all ages can relax and have fun as they check off popular songs with a DJ. Oh, and did we mention there are prizes? Download the FNFBINGO app ahead of time.

Explore the Gordon Square Arts District and join us in doing one of our favorite things — playing pinball. The best part? You get FREE PLAY with your FAN EXPO Cleveland badge.

WHEN: Friday, April 12, 8:00 PM - midnight
             Saturday, April 13, 7:00 PM - midnight
WHERE: Superelectric Pinball Parlor, 6500 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

From the show floor to the dance floor, party with us at one of Cleveland’s hottest nightclubs. We’re holding our official afterparty at The Velvet Dog’s rooftop patio. Join us for themed pop culture drinks, a live DJ, dancing, bottle service, and more. 

WHEN: Saturday, April 13, 7:30 PM until late
WHERE: The Velvet Dog, 1280 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH 44113