Queen City Expo

03/08/2026

GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT

Please welcome Author Mike to the 2026 Queen City Expo!

📅 October 2nd-4th, 2026
📍 Cross Insurance Center
515 Main St Bangor, Me

Mike will be appearing all three days for autographs, selfies, and panels!

Michael Aloisi is a National Bestselling author of more than a dozen published books, including the official biographies for film legends Tom Savini and Kane Hodder and A Life With Ghosts (Simon & Schuster) about famed Ghost Hunter, Steve Gonsalves’ favorite haunted locations.

In the fiction world, Michael has written several novels, including Mr. Bluestick and Pieces which was picked as an “Essential Read” by Rue Morgue Magazine (cowritten with Rebecca Rowland). Under his pen name, Michael Gore, he has released three horror short story collections, including Do Not Open and Skeletons in the Attic. He has done book tours in five countries and thirty states, his books have been turned into a reality show and a documentary film, and they have been translated into several languages. With a BFA in film directing and an MFA in creative writing, Michael runs Dark Ink Publishing.

Don’t miss your chance to meet Author Mike this October at Queen City Expo!

03/07/2026

✨ BIG GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT ✨

We are beyond thrilled to announce that ** #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher** will be appearing **ALL THREE DAYS** at **Queen City Expo** in **Bangor, Maine** on **October 2–4**! 📚⚡

Jim Butcher is the mastermind behind the internationally acclaimed **Dresden Files** series, following professional wizard **Harry Dresden** through the supernatural underbelly of Chicago. He is also the author of the epic fantasy series **Codex Alera** and the steampunk-inspired **Cinder Spires**.

With unforgettable worlds, razor-sharp wit, and pulse-pounding storytelling, Jim has become one of the most beloved voices in modern fantasy.

🎤 **Special Panel Event!**
Join Jim for a panel with his **USA Today bestselling wife, Jennifer Blackstream**, where they’ll discuss:
🦈 Shark movies
🦹 What makes a great villain
✍️ Their writing process
❓ And take questions from fans!

Whether you're a longtime Dresden fan or just discovering his work, this is an event you **won’t want to miss**.

📅 **October 2–4, 2026**
📍 **Bangor, Maine**
🎉 **Queen City Expo**
🎟 Tickets on sale soon!

Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable weekend!

03/05/2026

Newest addition to Pine State Expo is a returning Queen City alumni! Who’s excited to see Johnny again!

GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT

Please welcome Johnny Yong Bosch to the 2026 Pine State Expo!

📅 April 24–26, 2026
📍 Brick South at Thompson’s Point – Portland, Maine

Johnny will be appearing all three days for autographs, selfies, and panels!

Johnny Yong Bosch first burst onto the scene as Adam Park, the Black Ranger, Green Zeo Ranger, and Green Turbo Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. He portrayed the fan-favorite character for three and a half seasons, appeared in two feature films, and has made special appearances in later Power Rangers series including Power Rangers: Once & Always.

Following his time as a Ranger, Johnny became one of the most recognizable voices in anime and gaming. His breakout voice acting role was Vash the Stampede in Trigun, and he has since voiced countless iconic characters including Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach, Lelouch Lamperouge in Code Geass, Kaneda in Akira, Sasori in Naruto, Giyu Tomioka in Demon Slayer, Kiba in Wolf’s Rain, Renton in Eureka Seven, Jonathan Joestar in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Sabo in One Piece, and Nine in My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising.

Johnny has also made a huge impact in the world of video games, voicing characters such as Nero in Devil May Cry 4 & 5, Yu Narukami and Adachi in Persona 4, Firion in Final Fantasy Dissidia, Guy Cecil in Tales of the Abyss, Kung Jin in Mortal Kombat X, Yang in Street Fighter IV, Bumblebee in Transformers: War for Cybertron, and Iron Fist in Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3.

Upcoming projects include Gabriel in Gabriel and the Guardians and Dante in Adi Shankar’s upcoming Devil May Cry Netflix adaptation.

In addition to acting, Johnny is also a singer-songwriter. He previously fronted the band Eyeshine and is currently performing with his latest music project, Where Giants Fall.

Don’t miss your chance to meet Johnny Yong Bosch this April at Pine State Expo!

🎟️ Tickets:
https://tixr.com/e/159682

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03/04/2026

🏆✨ Huge Congratulations to David Errigo Jr.! ✨🏆

We want to send a big congratulations to Emmy Award winner David Errigo Jr. on this incredible achievement! 🎉

This Emmy win is such a well-deserved recognition of the hard work he puts into every project.

Fans of Queen City Expo may remember meeting David when he joined us as a special guest at our show in Bangor, Maine this past November, where he spent the weekend meeting fans, signing autographs, and sharing his love for the craft with our community. We were honored to have him as part of the show!

Please join us in congratulating David on this amazing milestone in his career — we can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next! 👏🌟

02/10/2026

Bangor Anime is happening in less than 2 weeks! Check out this video from Derick Snow!

02/02/2026

Bangor Anime bringing a big My Hero Academia party to Bangor in a few short weeks!

01/31/2026

Zelda fans check it out! Look who’s coming to Pine State Expo!

🎉 **SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT!** 🎉

We’re incredibly excited to welcome **Patricia Summersett** to **Pine State Expo 2026** in **Portland, Maine**! 🌲✨

Patricia is best known as the voice of **Princess Zelda** in *The Legend of Zelda* series, including *Breath of the Wild*, *Tears of the Kingdom*, and *Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity*. 👑💫

Patricia will be **appearing ALL THREE DAYS** — **April 24–26** — so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet her, get autographs, and celebrate some truly iconic characters!

📅 April 24th–26th, 2026
📍 Brick South at Thompson Point — Portland, Maine

🎟️ Get your tickets now:
https://tixr.com/e/159682

More amazing guest announcements coming soon — stay tuned! 👀🔥

01/24/2026

Dang Pine State Expo just got even more horrifying!

🎬 Guest Announcement! 🎬
We’re thrilled to welcome Linnea Quigley to Pine State Expo!

A true horror icon and legendary Scream Queen, Linnea Quigley has terrified (and entertained) generations of fans with unforgettable roles across cult-classic horror films. From her unmistakable screen presence to her lasting impact on genre cinema, she’s a must-meet guest for horror lovers and pop-culture fans alike.

📅 April 24th–26th, 2026
📍 Brick South at Thompson Point — Portland, Maine

Linnea will be appearing all THREE days of the event, meeting fans, signing autographs, and celebrating horror fandom with us all weekend long!

🎟️ Get your tickets now:
https://tixr.com/e/159682

Get ready for a weekend of screams, nostalgia, and unforgettable fan moments — Pine State Expo is heating up! 👻🩸

01/20/2026

Bangor Anime is just a month away! Check out the amazing badges done by Jenna Sue Arts!

01/10/2026

Kane times 2! Maine is getting to see Kane at Pine State Expo and then this fall with us in October!

01/05/2026

Look who was just announced for our Bangor Anime show!

🎉 **Special Guest Announcement!** 🎉
We’re thrilled to welcome **Trina Nishimura** to **Bangor Anime**! Join us for the chance to meet one of anime’s most beloved voice actors, get autographs, and celebrate her incredible body of work.

Trina Nishimura is known for fan-favorite roles including:
🎤 **Mikasa Ackerman** – *Attack on Titan*
🎤 **Kurisu Makise** – *Steins;Gate*
🎤 **Kyoka Jiro** – *My Hero Academia*

📅 **February 20–22**
📍 **Cross Insurance Center**
📌 **Bangor, Maine**

Buy tickets here: https://tixr.com/e/143092

From intense action to emotional storytelling, Trina’s performances have left a lasting impact on anime fans worldwide. Don’t miss your chance to meet her at **Bangor Anime**!

12/14/2025

Look who’s coming to Bangor Anime!

🔥🎉 **ANOTHER EPIC GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT!** 🎉🔥

We are incredibly excited to share that **Jason Liebrecht** will be joining us at **Bangor Anime**, happening **February 20–22, 2026 in Bangor, Maine!**

Jason is a powerhouse voice actor with an impressive résumé spanning anime, video games, and animation — and fans will immediately recognize his voice from some of the most memorable characters in the industry. His standout roles include:
🦋 **Dabi** (*My Hero Academia*)
🎃 **Hei** (*Darker Than Black*)
📚 **Zeke Jaeger** (*Attack on Titan*)
☠️ **Qrow Branwen** (*RWBY*)
💀 **Lavi** (*D.Gray-man*)
🎭 **Yato God of Calamity** (various appearances)
… plus countless other iconic and fan-favorite characters!

During the convention weekend, attendees can look forward to:
⭐ Autographs & photo ops
⭐ Deep-dive Q&A panels
⭐ Behind-the-scenes stories from his extensive career
⭐ The chance to meet one of anime’s most unforgettable voices up close!

Jason’s range, intensity, and emotional performances have made him a legend among anime fans — whether you love the cool and mysterious Hei, the unpredictable chaos of Dabi, or the complex brilliance of Zeke. Having him join our guest lineup makes **Bangor Anime 2026** even more exciting, and we can’t wait for fans to experience all he brings to the event.

📅 **Mark Your Calendars:** February 20–22, 2026
📍 **Where:** Bangor, Maine
🎟️ Stay tuned for more guest reveals, ticket details, schedules, and event updates!

Help us spread the hype — share this post, tag your fellow fans, and let’s give Jason a warm Bangor welcome as we build toward our biggest and best year yet! 💥💙