ConnectiCon XXIII

Connecticut’s longest running pop-culture convention with cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, and panels.

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ConnectiCon XXIII is Hartford’s premier pop-culture convention, celebrating cosplay, gaming, and fandom with celebrity guests and panels. Held at the Connecticut Convention Center, it’s a multi-day festival that draws fans from across the region. It’s a perfect summer event for families and pop-culture enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the 860 scene.

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When

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

All Day · Jul 16–20

Venue

Connecticut Convention Center · Hartford

100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, Hartford, CT

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Host

ConnectiCon

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From the source

the banks of the Connecticut River in downtown Hartford, ConnectiCon returns for its 23rd year!

As Connecticut’s oldest fan run convention, we proudly host a multi-genre selection of Cosplay, Gaming, Celebrity Guests, Panels, Workshops and all things Pop-Culture!

Event Hours: Thursday: 12pm-9pm (Lifetime & All Weekend Membership Badge Pick Up) Friday: 11am – 11pm Saturday: 9am – 11pm Sunday: 9am – 3pm Ticket Information available online.

Social Media: Facebook: @connecticonconvention Instagram: @connecticon Twitter: @connecticon

Good to know

  • Multi-day run
  • Indoor
  • Family-friendly
  • Parking: Paid parking lots nearby

Event tags

#festival#community#family-friendly#performance

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Listing added May 22, 2026 to the 860 Life · Listing updated May 22, 2026

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