Odessa Geek Fest

06/03/2026

Voice acting ICON, Cynthia Cranz returns to Odessa!

We’re excited to welcome Cynthia Cranz to the lineup!
A cornerstone of English anime dubbing, Cynthia is best known as Chi-Chi (Dragon Ball franchise), bringing life to one of anime’s most iconic and enduring characters across decades of films, video games, and series.

Her voice has also been heard across fan-favorite roles including Botan (Yu Yu Hakusho), Mitsuru (Fruits Basket), Grisha’s Mother / Zeke’s Grandmother (Attack on Titan), Head Resident (A Certain Scientific Railgun), Alumi (Dr. Stone), Miki Shiba (The Devil is a Part-Timer!), and Bellmere (One Piece), along with countless additional voices that helped define early Funimation classics like Fullmetal Alchemist.

From gentle warmth to grounded authority, Cynthia’s performances have quietly shaped generations of anime fans, and she’s still going strong~!

Don’t miss your chance to meet a true voice acting legend! 💥

OG Fest | ​Odessa's premier Anime, Comic, and Sports convention. We pride ourselves on bringing a unique convention experience, while still maintaining the convention feel we all love. Featuring 80+ Vendors, Celebrity Guests, Panels, Performances, and more!

05/30/2026

Just 2 more Guess the Guests left, and here is one of them.

As always, drop any guesses you have in the comments below, we will react to ALL comments. If you guessed correctly, we will message you the next steps.

All correct guessers will be added to the wheel. The reveal will be next Wednesday, at which point we will spin the wheel and the winner(s) will receive free day passes, discounts, or upgrades.

May the odds be ever in your favor.

05/29/2026

While we are at it, we wanted to give a shout out to our phenomenal hotel partners for a 3rd year in a row. The Holiday Inn & Suites has partnered with OGFest to bring you an excellent room rate at their lovely 3-star hotel.

If you're coming in from out of town, we have a link on our website for you to take advantage of the discount.

05/29/2026

Let's make some noise for voice acting legend, Dorothy Fahn!

Originally pursuing a career in stage and on-camera acting, Dorothy Fahn discovered a passion for voice acting that would lead her to become a beloved voice across anime, gaming, and animation. Fans know her for unforgettable roles such as Konan in Naruto, Meryl in Trigun, Kaoru Kamiya in Rurouni Kenshin, Melody in Hunter x Hunter, and Miyu in Vampire Princess Miyu.

Her extensive anime credits also include Sailor Moon, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Kill la Kill, Code Geass, and many more. Beyond anime, Dorothy’s voice can be heard in major gaming titles including Final Fantasy XV, Fallout 4, League of Legends, and Fire Emblem Echoes.

Meet Dorothy Fahn at Odessa Geek Fest July 11–12 at the Ector County Coliseum!

OG Fest | ​Odessa's premier Anime, Comic, and Sports convention. We pride ourselves on bringing a unique convention experience, while still maintaining the convention feel we all love. Featuring 80+ Vendors, Celebrity Guests, Panels, Performances, and more!

05/27/2026

With X-Men 97's Season 2 trailer having just dropped, let's recap our first two guests announced for the show:
Rogue and Nightcrawler!

Lenore Zann and Adrian Hough will be at OGFest July 11th-12th in Odessa, TX.
Trailer link in the comments!

We are beyond hyped

OG Fest | ​Odessa's premier Anime, Comic, and Sports convention. We pride ourselves on bringing a unique convention experience, while still maintaining the convention feel we all love. Featuring 80+ Vendors, Celebrity Guests, Panels, Performances, and more!

05/26/2026

New Guest just dropped (Check the page to see the reveal)

Now for our NEXT guess the guest.

As always, drop your guesses for who you think this guest is in the comments below. We will react to ALL comments, if you guessed correctly we will message you. Feel free to submit as many guesses as you want until you get it correct. Clues will be added to our social media stories.

All correct guesses will be entered into a chance to win free tickets. Already have your tickets? Why not try for a free upgrade to the next ticket tier. Winners will be chosen after the guest is officially announced on Friday.

05/26/2026

Let's welcome the iconic Tom Fahn to OGFest!

Tom Fahn is a veteran voice actor known for bringing iconic characters to life across anime, gaming, and television. Fans know him best as Agumon in Digimon: Digital Monsters, Sho Fukamachi in The Guyver, and from roles in Cowboy Bebop, Naruto, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Hunter x Hunter, Edens Zero, and Rising of the Shield Hero.

His game credits include Fire Emblem Heroes, God of War, and One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows, while longtime fans may also recognize his many villain appearances throughout the Power Rangers franchise.

Meet Tom Fahn at Odessa Geek Fest July 11–12 at the Ector County Coliseum!

OG Fest | ​Odessa's premier Anime, Comic, and Sports convention. We pride ourselves on bringing a unique convention experience, while still maintaining the convention feel we all love. Featuring 80+ Vendors, Celebrity Guests, Panels, Performances, and more!

05/22/2026

It's time for another Guess the Guest Giveaway!

As always, drop your guesses for who you think this guest is in the comments below. We will react to ALL comments, if you guessed correctly we will message you. Feel free to submit as many guesses as you want until you get it correct. Clues will be added to our social media stories.

All correct guesses will be entered into a chance to win free tickets. Already have your tickets? Why not try for a free upgrade to the next ticket tier. Winners will be chosen after the guest is officially announced next Tuesday.

We will be speed running the rest of our guest announcements, so make sure you're checking back regularly for the next guess the guest.

05/08/2026

Last but not least, the OG himself, Ryan Drummond!

Ryan Drummond is an actor, performer, singer, clown and is best known for his role as the original voice of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG in the Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise from 1998 to 2004.
Ryan also has many on-screen credits including BAYWATCH, POINT PLEASANT, TWO GUYS A GIRL AND A PIZZA PLACE and your favorite Cheerleading movie, BRING IT ON.
Ryan has also voiced countless characters in over 75 video games unrelated to SONIC. For example, Eliot Ballade in Blue Stinger, Kevin Kertsman in Illbleed, Rick Arlen in Nancy Drew: Stay Tuned For Danger, Pizza Boy in Twisted Metal 4, Jonathan Carnahan in The Mummy, Multiple Characters in Backyard Baseball, Football, and Soccer, and he has recently voiced the Doctor in Mafia: Definitive Edition.
Drummond has also voiced many of your favorite Halloween animatronics and decorations. His voice can be prominently found every Halloween season at Spirit Halloween, Halloween City, Home Depot, Costco, Target, Sam's Club and Lowe's. His most popular robots include: GRIMM THE SKELETON, BUZZSAW, NOZZLES, BAPHOMET and MR. SALTY (Spirit Halloween) and FRANKENSTEIN'S MONSTER, GRAVEDIGGER, BOOGEYMAN, SINISTER STEVE and THD-3000 (Home Depot). Just to name a few...

05/07/2026

It's the voice behind everyone's favorite "Faker", David Humphrey!

David S. Humphrey is a distinguished performer, singer, actor, and voiceover artist, best known as the original voice of Shadow the Hedgehog in SEGA Corporation’s iconic video games: Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Heroes, and Sonic Battle. With a versatile talent that spans across various forms of entertainment, David has captivated audiences with his dynamic vocal range and compelling performances. His contributions to the world of voice acting have left an indelible mark on the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, endearing him to fans worldwide. Beyond his work in video games, David’s career as a performer and singer showcases his multifaceted artistry and dedication to his craft.