The Great Geek Gathering
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM | Oviedo Mall
Get ready, fandoms — the ultimate celebration of pop culture, creativity, and community is taking over Oviedo Mall!
The Great Geek Gathering is where heroes, dreamers, gamers, cosplayers, collectors, and fans of every kind unite for one epic day of fun. Whether you’re into comics, anime, fantasy, gaming, art, or just good vibes, this is your day to geek out, dress up, and dive into the fandom universe — right here in Oviedo!
Explore 100 amazing geeky vendors featuring everything from original artists and comic creators to anime merch, collectibles, baked goods, and more. No matter your fandom, there’s something here for you.
It’s also Free Comic Book Day, so be sure to swing by Ultimate Comics to grab your free comic and check out their massive warehouse sale while you’re there.
Looking to level up your look? From 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, grab some geek-inspired ink from Feral and Rowdy Tattoo Studio (yes… F.A.R.T.S.).
Cosplay Guidelines
We LOVE seeing your creativity and can’t wait to see all the incredible looks! To keep the event safe, fun, and welcoming for everyone, please follow these guidelines:
• Costumes must be appropriate for a public, all-ages environment
• Costumes must allow for clear visibility and safe movement
• No real weapons or props that could be mistaken for real weapons
• Prop weapons must be clearly not real and remain securely holstered or attached at all times
• No swinging, brandishing, or posing aggressively with props
• No messy or hazardous materials (including liquids, fake blood, slime, glitter, or smoke effects)
• Please be respectful—ask before taking photos and be mindful of personal space
• Do not block walkways, storefronts, or vendor booths for photos
Come for the fandom, stay for the community, and celebrate everything that makes being a geek so much fun.
Because at The Great Geek Gathering, every fan belongs.