KW Comic Con 2026 will be held June 20–21, 2026 at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex (The Aud). Check the Home or Venue page for maps and parking info. 

Join our mailing list on the Mailing List page or follow our social accounts listed on the Contact page. 

Yes — children are welcome. Some programming may be age-restricted; check each event’s rating before attending. 

Tickets are sold via The Aud registration portal — see the Registration page for purchase links and badge types. 

Refund policies vary by ticket type and deadlines. See the Registration Rules page for full refund and transfer policies. 

Badges are non-transferable unless explicitly permitted by KW Comic Con. Transfer requests must be submitted to Registration in advance. 

Use the Exhibitor Application or Artist Alley application forms on their respective pages. 

Artist table — $250; 

Vendor inline booth — $400; 

Vendor corner booth — $500. 

See the Exhibitors page for full details. 

Yes — shared table applicants must apply together on a single application. Individual shared-table submissions will be discarded. 

View the full exhibitor agreement via the policy hub.

The sale/display of bootleg, counterfeit, or infringing items is prohibited. Violations may result in removal and referral to authorities. 

Use the Programming Application page — we use one form for all program types. See that page for guidelines. 

Most programming is volunteer-led. Compensation is determined case-by-case for special guests or contracted presenters. 

We provide basic A/V (mics, projector) depending on the room. Panelists should bring adapters and any special equipment. 

Submit a Guest Application (professional applicants only) or use the Recommend a Guest form to suggest talent. 

Reviews take several weeks. Our Guest Relations team will contact approved applicants; recommended guests may or may not be pursued. 

Some guests charge fees. Pricing and availability are published on guest profiles when confirmed. 

Visit the Volunteers page and fill out the volunteer application form. Volunteer roles, shifts, and perks are outlined there. 

Volunteers typically receive a volunteer badge, break access, and sometimes other appreciation items. Details depend on role and shift length. 

Use the Media/Press Application form (embedded on the Media page). Provide links to relevant samples and outlet information. 

Media badges allow coverage in public areas and access to media zones (space permitting). They do not guarantee backstage access or interviews without prior approval. 

Yes — The Aud has accessible entrances, elevators, and washrooms. See the Accessibility page for services and how to request accommodations. 

Yes — support persons may receive complimentary or discounted access per policy. Contact accessibility@fandomforgecollective.org for arrangements. 

Report incidents to any staff member or submit an Incident Report via the Report an Incident form. For immediate danger, contact event security or call 911. 

Use the Report an Incident form or contact the Safety Team on-site. Reports are handled confidentially where possible. 

Props must comply with the Props & Weapons Policy. Functional weapons, real explosives, and certain disguised weapons are strictly prohibited. 

You can view this in the exhibitors policy on the policy hub page.

Peacebonding secures prop weapons so they cannot be drawn or used on-site. Check the Props Policy page for peacebonding procedures. 

Badges can be revoked for policy violations or at KW Comic Con’s discretion to protect event safety and integrity. Revocations carry no refund. 

Yes — KW Comic Con reserves the right to revoke or deny badges at its sole discretion if deemed necessary for the safety or best interests of the event. 

Refunds depend on timing and the terms in the Exhibitor Agreement. See the agreement or contact vendors@kwcomiccon.ca for specifics. 

Force majeure and cancellation policies are described in the Exhibitor Agreement and Registration terms. Decisions about refunds or reschedules will be communicated. 

General inquiries: info@fandomforgecollective.org

Vendors / Exhibitors: vendors@kwcomiccon.ca

Guests: guests@kwcomiccon.ca

Programming: programming@kwcomiccon.ca

Media: media@fandomforgecollective.org

Accessibility: accessibility@fandomforgecollective.org

Safety / Incident Reports: safety@fandomforgecollective.org