Atlanta’s own Dragon Con is the largest multi-media, pop culture con focusing on sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, comics, lit, art, & film in the world, and this year, they’re pulling out ALL the stops. You don’t want to miss out on the fun: Doctor Who is taking the con! Keep scrolling for more details.
What is Dragon Con?
The very first Dragon Con hosted just over a thousand fans in 1987. Now? Nearly 80,000 people attended Dragon Con last year. And it’s only growing.
Now, Dragon Con is an international phenomenon, drawing fans from all over the globe to the ATL for several days of multi-media fandom fun.
Don your best cosplay and enjoy all the workshops, meet-and-greets, contents, fan events, and so. much. more. at Dragon Con in Atlanta!
What can attendees expect at Dragon Con?
Dragon Con is a truly massive event in Atlanta. With tons of venues, constant happenings, and something new to check out around every corner… it’s no surprise that we say there’s something there for everyone to enjoy.
Here are some of the highlights taht attendees can expect:
- Contests
- most of the contests at Dragon Con are cosplay/costume based, with HUGE prizes
- Mad Makeup Mashup
- Fandom Music Video Awards
- Events
- Dragon Con Burlesque
- Author signings
- Dragon Con Night at the Aquarium
- The Late Night Puppet Slam
- Georgia Philharmonic Orchestra
- The Palmetto Knights Tournaments
- Dragon Con’s Pin-Ups by the Pool Party
- Wrestling
- Workshops
- Swordplay and Stage Combat with Robert Chapin
- Voice Acting: Master Class
- Writer’s Hourly Workshops
- Parade
- the MASSIVE cosplay parade
- Gaming
- role-playing games
- video games
- social deception games
- Starship Horizons
- Artemis Starship Bridge Simulator
- Board games
- Joystick Gamebar
- Tabletop Gaming
- Artist Alley/vendors
And so, so much more. Dragon Con has something to offer everyone, on top of a fun, comfy atmosphere!
Which special guests are coming to Dragon Con 2026?
Some of your favorite creative minds are going to be at DragonCon this year, including (but not limited to!!):
- Lena Headey
- Kevin J. Anderson
- Jamie Bamber
- Josie Campbell
- Tana Ford
- Dominique Provost-Chalkley
- David Tennant
- Billie Piper
- Alex Kingston
And SO many more. You can check on who else is coming, and what days on Dragon Con’s website, here.
Okay, I’ve GOTTA get tickets! Gimme the details.
When: September 3rd – 7th, 2026
Where: Multiple Locations in Downtown Atlanta (view schedule for exact locations)
Learn all about Dragon Con and snag your pass on their website, here!See you at Dragon Con, Atlanta!