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Megacon Orlando 2027

Central Florida's largest comic and media convention, drawing big names from the realms of TV, film, comics and more.

  • Event Dates

    From: Thursday, May 20, 2027
    To: Sunday, May 23, 2027

  • Key Highlights

    • Costumed Characters
    • Celebrity Panels
    • Huge Show Floor
    • Citywide Events
    • Pop-Culture
    • Over Four Days
    • Workshops

Megacon Orlando 2027

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 20th May 2027 – Sunday 23rd May 2027
  • 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

Gay Map of Orlando

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.

Address: 325 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

  • Grand Bohemian is an upscale boutique hotel in Downtown Orlando.
  • The interior mixes dramatic art pieces with a darker luxury style.
  • Live jazz and cocktails at the Bösendorfer Lounge add atmosphere.
  • The hotel sits steps from Orange Avenue and the downtown bars.
  • You are within easy reach of Orlando’s gay nightlife.
  • A polished stay with personality rather than a standard chain feel.
  • Website

Address: 500 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

  • Aloft Orlando Downtown is a modern hotel on South Orange Avenue.
  • The design leans youthful with social lobby spaces and a bar.
  • Rooms are compact but practical for short city stays.
  • The downtown address puts restaurants and bars on your doorstep.
  • You are within easy reach of Orlando’s gay nightlife by short ride.
  • A convenient base for exploring the city centre after dark.
  • Website

Address: 730 N Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

  • Courtyard by Marriott Orlando Downtown sits near Lake Ivanhoe.
  • Rooms follow the clean, practical Courtyard style.
  • The lobby café and bar create a casual meeting space.
  • Downtown bars and restaurants are a short ride away.
  • You can reach Orlando’s gay nightlife in minutes.
  • A convenient base close to the Ivanhoe district.
  • Website

Address: 2416 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804

  • Comfort Suites sits on North Orange Avenue in Ivanhoe Village.
  • The hotel offers large suite-style rooms with sitting areas.
  • Free breakfast and an outdoor pool add practical perks.
  • Downtown Orlando is about a mile south of the hotel.
  • You can reach most gay nightlife by short ride.
  • A good value base near the Ivanhoe district.
  • Website

Address: 1913 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804

  • Savoy is a long-running gay bar in Orlando’s Ivanhoe Village.
  • The venue spreads across several rooms and a busy patio.
  • Drag shows, karaoke and themed nights run most of the week.
  • Sunday Bears Out Back draws a strong local crowd.
  • A classic Orlando stop mixing show bar and dance floor.
  • Open: Mon 4pm-2am, Tue-Fri 2pm-2am, Sat-Sun 12pm-2am
  • Website

Address: 375 S Bumby Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

  • Southern Nights is an active gay nightclub in Orlando.
  • It leans harder into club energy than casual bar vibes.
  • The big draw is the multi-room setup and large dance floor.
  • Drag shows, themed nights and patio sets shape the week.
  • This is a go-out-late venue, not a quiet drinks stop.
  • Open: Sun 4pm-2:30am, Mon 9pm-2:30am, Tue 8pm-3am, 
  • Thu 9pm-2:30am, Fri 7:30pm-2:30am, Sat 9pm-2:30am.
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Address: 2401 E South St, Orlando, FL 32803

  • District Dive is a bar space inside the Southern Nights complex.
  • Pool tables and darts give it the feel of a proper dive bar.
  • Early evenings tend to attract a 30+ crowd before the club fills.
  • Many people start here before moving into the louder rooms.
  • A relaxed front bar attached to one of Orlando’s biggest gay clubs.
  • Open: Sun 4pm-2:30am, Mon 9pm-2:30am, Tue 8pm-3am, Wed
  • Closed, Thu 9pm-2:30am, Fri 7:30pm-2:30am, Sat 9pm-2:30am
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Address: 2405 E South St, Orlando, FL 32803

  • Stiffy’s is a gay bear and leather bar in Orlando’s Milk District.
  • The bar draws bears, daddies and leather regulars.
  • Go-go dancers and gear nights shape the late crowd.
  • The room feels darker and more cruisy than most Orlando bars.
  • Many pair a stop here with Southern Nights nearby.
  • Open: Mon 7pm-2am, Tue Closed, Wed 7pm-2am, Thu 7pm-2am
  • Fri 5pm-2am, Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 4pm-2am
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Address: 4453 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

  • BarCodes is a gay neighborhood bar on Edgewater in Orlando.
  • It is best known for its bear, leather and pup crowd.
  • Pool, video games and the patio keep the mood social.
  • The bar feels more local than Orlando’s larger club venues.
  • A solid pick for drinks, theme nights and regulars.
  • Open: Mon-Sun 12pm-2am
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Address: 5026 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32810

  • Hank's is a long-running gay neighborhood bar in Orlando.
  • Pool, darts and a big patio shape the space.
  • The crowd leans local, older and less club-focused.
  • It feels more dive bar than drag venue.
  • A no-frills stop with real old Orlando character.
  • Open: Mon-Sun 12pm-2am
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Address: 450 E Compton Street, Orlando, FL 32806

  • Club Orlando is the main gay men’s bathhouse and private club.
  • Sauna, steam room, pool and private rooms shape the experience.
  • It feels separate from the city’s bar and club circuit.
  • The crowd comes for cruising, privacy and on-site facilities.
  • A distinct stop with a men-only, all-in-one setup.
  • Open: Mon-Wed 9am-10pm, Thu 9am-Sun 10pm
  • Website

Recommended Hotels in Orlando By Booking

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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

Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Autograph Collection
Booking.com
  • 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

Aloft Orlando Downtown
Booking.com
  • 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

Residence Inn by Marriott Orlando Downtown
Booking.com
  • 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

Booking.com
  • 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.

Video Of highlights from Orlando Megacon

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