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Description: Fan EXPO Chicago If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, come share our playground. You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. Find your fandom family at FAN EXPO Chicago. All 75,000 of them.
Date: Aug 15-17 2025
Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
Event Website:
Local Hotels:
1. Hilton Rosemont Chicago O'Hare
2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare
3. Doubletree By Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Rosemont
4. Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Hotel and Conference Center
Final Thoughts:
I've not attended this convention in the past but it is in Harvest territory. The Highlight this year for us are the HALO Voice actors. Steve Downes, Jen Taylor, Keith David and tentative Tim Dadabo
Confirmed "Boots on Ground":
Tentative Responses/Past Attendees:
Badge Purchase:
Booth: As we do not have a booth for this occation I could be a relaxing way to enjoy a Con with your fellow Spartans / marines / ODSTs
Note From Event Organizers Regarding the Prop/Costume Policy:
Props Policy
The absence of clothing or a costume is not itself a costume. Nudity is not allowed at any FAN EXPO HQ events. All costumed attendees are required to have opaque fabric of some type providing complete coverage of breasts, genitals and buttocks. Opaque bodysuits that simulate nudity are not allowed. Anyone wearing a costume that is too revealing in the sole judgment of FAN EXPO HQ will be asked to leave the Event.
Costumes must not contain words or images that are racist, obscene or derogatory. This includes Ahegao , Swastikas or other Nazi imagery, KKK hoods or other paraphernalia etc.
Costumes that are in and of themselves deemed to be racist, obscene, or derogatory by the organizers will not be permitted.
Costumes or props that incorporate chemical special effects are prohibited. This includes helium balloons, any type of smoke or other pyrotechnics, or costumes that expel liquids, gasses or other matter.
FAN EXPO HQ reserves the right to reject any costume at any time and for any reason.
Date: Aug 15-17 2025
Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
Event Website:
FAN EXPO Chicago I A three day weekend offering big family-friendly events, bigger workshops, and huge world-renowned celebrities.
Everything is bigger at FAN EXPO Chicago. This is the place to celebrate all things BIG in pop culture. Get an autograph or a photo with your favorite guest then get creative at the workshops, cosplay parties, and so much more.
fanexpohq.com
FAN EXPO Chicago I A three day weekend offering big family-friendly events, bigger workshops, and huge world-renowned celebrities.
Everything is bigger at FAN EXPO Chicago. This is the place to celebrate all things BIG in pop culture. Get an autograph or a photo with your favorite guest then get creative at the workshops, cosplay parties, and so much more.
fanexpohq.com
Local Hotels:
1. Hilton Rosemont Chicago O'Hare
2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare
3. Doubletree By Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport Rosemont
4. Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare Hotel and Conference Center
Final Thoughts:
I've not attended this convention in the past but it is in Harvest territory. The Highlight this year for us are the HALO Voice actors. Steve Downes, Jen Taylor, Keith David and tentative Tim Dadabo
Confirmed "Boots on Ground":
Tentative Responses/Past Attendees:
Badge Purchase:
FAN EXPO Chicago 2025
Booth: As we do not have a booth for this occation I could be a relaxing way to enjoy a Con with your fellow Spartans / marines / ODSTs
Note From Event Organizers Regarding the Prop/Costume Policy:
Props Policy
Costume Policy
FAN EXPO HQ in an inclusive environment and welcomes cosplayers of all backgrounds and body types. For the avoidance of doubt, the following guidelines must be adhered to when wearing a costume to a FAN EXPO HQ event.The absence of clothing or a costume is not itself a costume. Nudity is not allowed at any FAN EXPO HQ events. All costumed attendees are required to have opaque fabric of some type providing complete coverage of breasts, genitals and buttocks. Opaque bodysuits that simulate nudity are not allowed. Anyone wearing a costume that is too revealing in the sole judgment of FAN EXPO HQ will be asked to leave the Event.
Costumes must not contain words or images that are racist, obscene or derogatory. This includes Ahegao , Swastikas or other Nazi imagery, KKK hoods or other paraphernalia etc.
Costumes that are in and of themselves deemed to be racist, obscene, or derogatory by the organizers will not be permitted.
Costumes or props that incorporate chemical special effects are prohibited. This includes helium balloons, any type of smoke or other pyrotechnics, or costumes that expel liquids, gasses or other matter.
FAN EXPO HQ reserves the right to reject any costume at any time and for any reason.
