King Con! 2026

Published on 17 September 2026

Grab your cape, charge your controllers and prepare your best cosplay because King Con! 2026 is coming to Cheltenham Library on Saturday 3 October, 10 am to 4 pm.

Best of all, it's completely free and packed with activities for comic fans, gamers, creators and families. 

Join international bestselling author Amie Kaufman for a conversation about writing, storytelling and creating unforgettable worlds.

Learn from Dean Rankine, who will host a fun comic-making workshop packed with cartooning tips and tricks.

Chantal Eagle, Creative Director at Little Pink Clouds, will present Game Design 101, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how games are created.

Whether you've spent months crafting a costume or just want to dress up for fun, the Cosplay Parade and Competition is one of the day's biggest highlights. Heroes, villains, anime characters, fantasy icons and sci-fi legends are all welcome, with prizes up for grabs and plenty of opportunities for photos.

Come along to Cosplay 101: Get Ready for King Con on Saturday 19 September to create your own cosplay costume. Book your spot.

Star Wars fans won't want to miss the Southern Rogues Saber Corps, featuring exciting lightsaber demonstrations and opportunities to meet fellow fans.

Ready to embark on an epic quest? Join Dungeons & Dragons sessions or Call of Cthulhu role-playing adventure. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or completely new to tabletop games, there are opportunities to jump in and play.

Gamers can enjoy tabletop games and PS5 gaming, while younger visitors can get creative with the LEGO Builders Challenge.

Try a 3D Printing workshop and learn how to use the 3D printer.

Enjoy Superhero Storytime, LEGO activities, crafts and face painting designed especially for younger fans. It's the perfect school holiday outing for families looking to have fun together.

Meet talented artists, makers and creators showcasing original artwork, comics, prints, costumes and handmade creations. It's a chance to discover local talent and find something truly unique. 

Fuel your King Con! adventure with Mr Momo, Mr Fresh Truck, Giddy Up Coffee, Bubble Shake and Wallop Water.

Browse the program and map(PDF, 554KB).

How to get here? Cheltenham train station is a 5-minute walk, and there's plenty of parking locally.  

Sponsored by BorrowBox and ComicsPlus.