Illawarra Pop Expo
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ILLAWARRA POP EXPO 2026 — WOLLONGONG’S POP CULTURE EXPERIENCESunday 18 October 2026 | University of Wollongong
Presented by Hobby Mania Events, Illawarra Pop Expo brings together pop culture, collectables, gaming, cosplay, creators and live interactive attractions for a huge family day out in Wollongong.
🎟️ TICKETS & ENTRY
EARLY BIRD — $15
⏰ Entry from 9:00am – 10:30am
Get in early, explore the vendors and start your day before general admission.
GENERAL ADMISSION — $10
⏰ Entry from 11:00am – 5:00pm
FREE ENTRY:
👧 Children under 12
♿ People with disability with a valid Companion Card
⚡ HEADLINE ACTIVATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
⚔️ Iron Saber Academy — live saber demonstrations & interactive experiences
🃏 MGC Live — live card pregrading & grading submissions
🕹️ Arcade Machines Australia — arcade machines & gaming competitions
🔥 Beyblade Tournament — live battles & prizes
⭐ Celebrity & Influencer Meet & Greets
🏆 Cosplay Competition
🔫 Laser Tag Challenge
🎬 Dummies of Horror — Horror Movie Q&A with special guests
🖋️ Sins of Ink — tattoo activation
🎨 Airbrush Hats & Temporary Tatts
👕 Official Merchandise Partners
PLUS a huge selection of TCG, collectables, Pokémon, anime, comics, toys, gaming, artists, creators, handmade products, memorabilia and pop-culture vendors.
📍 EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Sunday 18 October 2026
Venue: University of Wollongong, Wollongong NSW
Running Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Parking: Free parking available
Transport: Close to public transport
Organiser: Hobby Mania Events
🎟️ BOOK ONLINE • BRING THE FAMILY • COSPLAY • PLAY • SHOP • COLLECT • EXPERIENCE
ILLAWARRA POP EXPO — ONE MASSIVE DAY OF POP CULTURE IN THE ILLAWARRA!
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Early bird 9am - 10.30am - 11am general admissionLocation
University Of Wollongong
Northfields Avenue, Wollongong NSW 2522,
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