Fandom Festival

04/17/2026

🚨 SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

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Lakeland Ghostbusters are a Lakeland, Florida–based costuming and movie prop builders. They use their props and costumes to raise awareness of vasculitis diseases and proudly support the Vasculitis Foundation charity.
https://lakelandghostbusters.com/

04/17/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



BeyondTheWorldCosplay is an award-winning creator whose journey is rooted in a passion for digital and 3D art. That foundation has evolved into mastering the art of EVA foam armor, resulting in builds that are both technically impressive and visually unforgettable. Along the way, Beyond has embraced the role of mentor, using his platform to share knowledge, techniques, and lessons learned to inspire and guide fellow cosplayers on their own creative paths.

04/16/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



You don't need a ton of money to cosplay! For 5 years I've been making my cosplays with thrifted or recycled materials. I specialize in making whimsical and cute cosplays as well as original designs. One of the things I love about the community is competing in cosplay competitions as well as judging them. However, what matters most to me is connecting with like minded people that share my passion!"

04/16/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT
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Ty.Namite’s cosplay journey began in high school, driven by a desire to participate in outreach events and make a positive impact in the local community. What started with purpose soon turned into passion, leading to a deeper dive into the world of cosplay and creativity. Over time, that dedication has evolved into something bigger—a platform to help others grow. Through a fully dedicated YouTube channel, Ty now shares tutorials, reviews, and personal experiences to guide and inspire cosplayers on their own journeys.

04/15/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

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Chris is originally from Brooklyn, New York, and relocated to Tampa, Florida in 2005 to pursue a college education in graphic design. In 2006, he discovered a passion for cosplay and has been actively involved in the craft ever since.

Driven by a personal commitment to growth, Chris set a goal to accomplish something new each year within his cosplay journey. What began with purchasing costumes on eBay evolved into commissioning professionally remade outfits, portraying his favorite characters, and continuously upgrading those designs. Today, he has advanced into creating costumes through 3D printing and fabric wrapping, demonstrating a high level of craftsmanship and dedication.

With a background in automotive work, Chris currently incorporates what he considers minor technical elements into his builds. However, he aims to significantly expand his technical expertise in the coming year and integrate more advanced mechanics into his cosplays.

While Chris is deeply rooted in multiple

04/15/2026

We Cant wait to see everyone atFandom Festival
June 6th
at the Eagle Ridge Mall

Eagle Ridge Mall is Trending! 🚀

They say numbers don't lie, and right now, they are telling a story of incredible growth! We are thrilled to share a massive milestone: Eagle Ridge Mall content has reached over 430,000 views right here on Facebook.

In the world of social media, engagement is everything. Whether the conversation is a "praise report" or a debate, the bottom line is that people are watching, listening, and engaging with what we are doing here. We are reaching a massive audience, and that visibility is exactly what keeps our local economy and our community hub thriving.

To our supporters, our critics, and our daily shoppers: Thank you. You are the reason we show up every day to create, post, and share. We are at the center of the conversation, and we wouldn't have it any other way.

Stay tuned—we have so much more in store for you. Let’s get to half a million!

04/15/2026

Thank you Maurice Cheeks with blankskriptz Blankskriptz Filmz for capturing these amazing moments at Last Year's Fandom Festival. we can't wait to relive these moments and create new ones june 6th at The Real Eagle Ridge Mall for this Year's Fandom Festival.

04/14/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



Manny has been cosplaying since 2020. That’s when his passion for cosplaying began. Started off with Spider-Man, then soon enough, he added more characters to his collection. Manny is mostly know for his Spider-Man and Batman Beyond cosplay. He also loves to create photo edits with his cosplays, along with other cosplayers, including videos on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. Manny loves to make others people’s day with his cosplays. He always does his best to make his fans happy. Cosplaying has been giving Manny lots of joy, he’s made lots of friends and even met his first girlfriend through cosplaying. Manny will be a cosplay guest for the first time here at Fandom Festival and is excited to meet all the guests who come!!

04/14/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



With over 10 years in the cosplay community, I still consider myself a student of the craft. My passion for 3D printing has led me to recreate everything from intricate Mandalorian and Spartan armor to the chaotic details of Deadpool. I specialize in resin and filament props, and with every project, I strive to push my limits and improve. For me, it’s all about the journey of getting better with every single print

04/13/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



Shili is a Florida cosplayer of 13 years. Her love for cosplay began with Disney princesses and has since transformed to all different fandoms. Her specialties lie in foam work, sewing, and body paint, found notably in her Star Wars creations. She loves cosplay because it allows her to meet friends, learn new skills, and create unforgettable memories.

04/10/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



Kate is a cosplayer who brings her love of stories to life through her costumes. She takes pride in teaching herself something new with each costume build. Kate has traveled all over the country to perform at fantasy and book themed balls, and she cannot wait to connect with fans from all fandoms at Fandom Festival!

04/09/2026

🚨 COSPLAY GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨



Randi of HeyBlueHairCosplay is a cosplay mom who loves to cosplay strong, independent women of the Marvel and Star Wars universes. She’s the HR Manager of the Droidsmiths Union () and mom to Dapper Chopper (), the lovable chaotic war hero.