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Participate
Be a part of the experience! Host a panel, work behind the scenes as a volunteer, or even become an event sponsor there are a number of ways for everyone to get involved with Hal-Con.
Plan Your Trip
Whether you are looking for a hotel or want to know more about venue accessibility, we’ve got you covered! Find maps, directions, FAQs, and more on our information page.
Autographs & Photos
Is someone you love coming to Hal-Con? Well, don’t miss out on meeting your favourite guests; get a photo as a memento to take home or bring an item of your own to be signed!
Gaming
Board games, TTRPG, video games, and more! The Hal-Con gaming floor has it all; join a campaign to slay Vecna, paint some minis, or earn bragging rights in a tournament. There’s something fun for everyone!
2026 Featured Guests
Emily Swallow
Emily Swallow plays “The Armorer" in the Disney+ Star Wars series The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett and played fan favorite "Amara," in The CW’s Supernaturalfor which she returned for the long-running series’ final season. She voiced Dracula’s ill-fated...
Alex Moore
Alex Moore is a freelance illustrator, storyboard and comic book artist based in London. Alex has storyboarded for clients including Alienware, EA Games and more. They cut their teeth contributing to a number of small press anthologies and titles and have had the...
Jonathan Frakes
Jonathan Frakes is an American actor and director, perhaps best known by fans for his portrayal of Commander William Riker in the television series "Star Trek: The Next Generation”. The character Commander Riker, and by extension Jonathan Frakes, have played a central...
What’s Going On
Fae Ball
June 13, 2026
We are excited to announce the 2nd annual Fae Ball will be held on June 13, 2026, at The Halifax Marriott Harbourfront! Join us for an evening of magic and wonder in true whimsical style.
Stories from the Stars, A Sci-Fi Book Fair
September 26, 2026
Join us in purchasing sci-fi books, talking about sci-fi books, and meeting local authors! This is an all-ages event and out-of-this-world costumes are encouraged!