Event Dates
From: Thursday, March 19, 2026
To: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Megacon Orlando 2026
Central Florida’s largest comic and media convention, drawing big names from the realms of TV, film, comics and more.
Megacon Orlando 2026
Megacon Orlando is central Florida’s largest comic and media convention, drawing big names from the realms of TV, film, comics and more for a mammoth pop-culture fest held every year at the Orange County Convention Center.
- Stay close to the gay bars in the heart of Orlando and take a 16-minute ride share to the convention centre. Try the Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando for a unique stay , just a short drive to the gay bars. The hotel has beautifully designed rooms, an superb outdoor pool and a modern gym.
The Convention
- Next Edition: Thursday 19th March – Sunday 22nd March 2026.
- Everyone is a fan of something, and Megacon Orlando is a place to celebrate all things pop culture. Get an autograph or a photo with your favorite Guest then get the inside scoop about your favorite movies and TV shows at our celebrity panels!
- Watch professional comic artists battle it out in our popular Sketch Duels, learn from our “How To” workshops, and take photos with your favorite costumed characters! It’s also a great place to buy a unique gift (or treat yourself!) with a huge show floor for shopping madness.
- Megacon Orlando is held over four days with citywide events offering hundreds of thousands of fans the opportunity to meet world-renowned celebrities and dress up as their favorite character!
- Opening times: Thursday – 4 to 9 pm , Friday – 10 to 7 pm, Saturday – 10 to 7 pm, Sunday – 10 to 5 pm.
- Check out the top hotels closest to the convention centre.
Tickets
- Tickets sell out fast so we advise you to purchase yours in advance. The celebrity Q&A sessions are always the busiest. Save yourself some time if you want to get a photo op with your chosen star and purchase a photo-op ticket along with your pass.
Costumes
- Don’t miss the designated cosplay area. You’ll find people dressed to the nines in creatively elaborate costumes that depict characters from every fandom imaginable.
The Convention Center
- The Orlando Convention Center with some 2 million square feet of meeting space makes it the second largest Convention Center in the United States.
- Remember to pace yourself and plan your day ahead of schedule. Saturday is probably the busiest day of the event attracting more than 70,000 visitors.
- The journey takes approximately 15-25 minutes and the convention center is 10 miles from Orlando. I
- f you are driving, prepare for about 30 minutes wait time for parking. Alternatively grab a rideshare but be prepared for surge charging during peak times as the event is extremely popular.
- Stay at the “Fabulous” rated Rosen Hotel Convention centre with spacious rooms, a gym, pool and hot tub.
Orlando Gay Scene and Events during Megacon
- Practically all the gay bars and clubs host special costume parties and theme nights during Megacon.
- In Orlando’s trendy Milk District, 10 minutes from downtown, Southern Nights is an LGBTQ+ nightclub that’s perfect for dancing the night away. The Milk District is also home to The Plaza Live, which is the only place to see performances by the Orlando Gay Chorus.
- At Savoy Orlando in the Ivanhoe Village district adjacent to downtown, the Men of Savoy dancers perform nightly, making this one of the area’s preeminent gay bars.
- More burlesque can be experienced at downtown’s Stardust Lounge, right next to beautiful Lake Eola Park.
- And in downtown’s Church Street District, you can take in an authentic drag show and other forms of entertainment while enjoying gourmet burgers and a full bar at Hamburger Mary’s Bar & Grille.
Recommended Hotels in Orlando
The following Orlando hotels are close to the city’s bustling night life and a short ride to the theme parks and attractions:
Grand Bohemian Hotel, Aloft Orlando, Comfort Suites, Courtyard by Marriott
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Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Hilton Grand offer a superior level of
comfort and style. Close to all the parties.
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Most of the gay bars are in Downtown so we have chosen Hotels close to all the gay bars in this area that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner . But please note that none of the gay bars are in walking distance of each other so you will need a car or a taxi.
325 South Orange AvenueOrlando, FL 32801
The guest rooms have lush velvet drapes and deeply toned Java wood. They come with a 37” flat-screen television featuring channels such as HBO and ESPN. The marble bathrooms have a separate bath tub and luxury soap products guests can use.
At the Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando Autograph Collection, guests can relax at the sundeck next to the the outdoor pool area with whirlpool. The fitness centre comes with cardio equipment and free weights.
500 South Orange AvenueOrlando, FL 32801
A cable TV, small refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities are featured in all Orlando Aloft rooms. A lake view or a pool view can be seen from each room. The en suite bathroom has a hairdryer.
WXYZ, the on-site bar, offers food and beverages. A 24-hour front desk, valet parking, and daily maid service are available for guest’s convenience. Guests can play billiards or exercise in the fitness centre at Aloft Orlando Downtown.
730 North Magnolia AvenueOrlando, FL 32803
All guest rooms are non-smoking guestrooms and feature a cable TV, microwave, and small refrigerator. Some rooms also include a spa bath.
Courtyard by Marriott Orlando Downtown also offers free in-room wireless internet access, on-site laundry facilities, and a fitness centre.Vending machines are also offered for added convenience.
2416 North Orange AvenueOrlando, FL 32804
A flat-screen cable TV, desk, and private bathroom are standard in every Downtown Orlando Comfort Suites room. A microwave, small refrigerator, and wardrobe are also provided.
In addition to the ideal location, guests can take advantage of the property's on-site fitness centre, hot tub, and business centre. Free newspapers are available in the lobby.
1662 Clear Lake Ave, Orlando, FL 32805
The holiday home with a patio and lake views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and Hottub. Parking for up to three cars allowed
55 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801
The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. private parking available on site and free WiFi.
63 W Amelia St, Orlando, FL 32801
DTWN Orlando 30 Day Stays offers accommodation with free WiFi and a terrace. All units come with air conditioning, and some have a flat-screen TV, washing machine, a coffee machine, completed with a kitchen
728 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
All units here are air-conditioned with a flat-screen TV, a living room with a sofa, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, and a private bathroom with bath or shower, a and free toiletries.
110 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801
Located downtown, Hamburger Mary’s Orlando is the perfect place to Eat, Drink, and Be… MARY! Come on in for a bite and stick around for one of our weekly events.
375 S Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803
Gay Night Club
Mission Statement: "To provide the premier nightclub experience for the LGBTQ community in the greater Orlando Florida area. In the effort to complete this goal we will provide first-rate customer service and craft all drinks with skill and consistency. The customer will always come first and the bar will be as family to the community
4910 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32810, United States
Fun Gay Bra with Friendly bartenders, Hip atmosphere, Perfect for parties, Great food, Fun atmosphere, Local hangout
1913 North Orange Avenue Orlando, FL 32804
Savoy Orlando is one of the most recognized and visited gay bars in the city Savoy is a lively, multi-roomed gay nightclub with dancers, billiards, TVs and outdoor patio.
Never a cover… always something fun to enjoy, 7 nights a week
5026 Edgewater Drive Orlando, FL 32810
Hank's Established in 1987
Hank's is a friendly neighborhood gay bar with Pool Tables, Jukebox, Video Games, Dart Board, ATM, and Large Private Patio Area. On Site Parking. Hank's has been at the same location for over 30 years. Customers visit Hank's from all over the world. Beer, Wine and Soft Drink's. Cash Only.
No Cover Charge. One Drink Minimum
4453 Edgewater DriveOrlando, FL 32804
Fun and chill no frills dive gay bar. (they only serve beer, wine, and Jell-O shots,)
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We have chosen hotels in Orlando that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Grand Bohemian Hotel
4 Star, Luxury
- 4 Star – Rooftop Pool, Panoramic City Views
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Velvet drapes, 37” flat-screen TV
- Towers over Arts District in Orlando, luxurious accommodation, fine dining, and rooms with lush décor.
Aloft Orlando
3 Star, Great Location
- 3 Star – Outdoor Pool, Near Amway Center
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Cable TV, refrigerator, Wi-Fi
- In Orlando city center, offers outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, and rooms with TVs and refrigerators.
Residence Inn
3 Star, Great Value
- 3 Star – Indoor Pool, Hot Buffet Breakfast
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, seating area
- Indoor pool, complimentary hot breakfast, close to Amway Center, with well-equipped rooms and fitness center.
Courtyard by Marriott
3 Star, Location
- 3 Star – Non-Smoking Rooms, Fitness Centre
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Cable TV, microwave, refrigerator
- Features non-smoking rooms with cable TV, microwave, refrigerator, free Wi-Fi, fitness center, and on-site laundry.
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