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ILLAWARRA POP EXPO 2026 — WOLLONGONG’S POP CULTURE EXPERIENCE Sunday 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!