Fan Expo Canada: Star Wars, Marvel, Disney Schedule Highlights
With thirteen days until the big event, Fan Expo Canada has launched its draft schedule. We’ve scoured the list for anything Disney, Marvel, or Star Wars, so that you don’t have to scroll.
Note that all times are subject to change, so keep an eye on the official page before you lock in your list.
Multiple days
Stories from A Far Away Galaxy, Kids Zone (718A)
Thursday at 5 pm, Friday at 1:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 11:45 am
Members of the 501st Legion read Star Wars books.
X-Wing, room 201ABCD
Friday and Saturday starting at 10 am and 3 pm, Sunday at 10 am
Star Wars Gaming Ontario hosts tabletop gaming.
Thursday, August 21
Star Wars Cosplay Meetup, 4:45 pm, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Comics and Hollywood, 5 pm, Theatre 3 (701A)
Stephen Platt and Cody Ziglar (She-Hulk: Attorney-at-Law).
An Intro to Star Wars: The High Republic, 5 pm, Theatre 4 (704)
Droid Builders 101, 5:15 pm, Workshop Room 2 (707)
Marvel Universe Cosplay Meetup, 6:15 pm, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Previously on X-Men: Voice Actors Unite, 7 pm, Theatre 3 (701A)
Featuring Cal Dodd (Wolverine), Alison Sealy-Smith (Storm), Catherine Disher (Jean Grey), Adrian Hough (Nightcrawler), Alyson Court (Jubilee) and George Buza (Beast).
Disney Karaoke, 7:30 pm, Theatre 6 (711)
End of the Day Super Mega Cosplay Meet Up, 8 pm, Cosplay Red Carpet (200 Lobby)
Friday, August 22
Star Wars: The Untold Stories, 10:30 am, Theatre 5 (709)
“Explore the road not taken for the galaxy far, far away. From George Lucas’ abandoned concepts for the original trilogy to the unmade live-action series Star Wars: Underworld, we’ll dive into these never-seen stories and examine how they would have changed the Star Wars universe. Want to know about the 60-year-old General Luke Starkiller, Anakin Skywalker’s stepbrother: Boba Fett, and R2-D2’s Top Gun-style adventure with Captain Rex? Then this is the panel for you!”
The Star Wars Club, 11:30 am, Theatre 5 (709)
“Representatives from the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion and Mandalorian Mercs discuss the Star Wars Clubs, what we are, who we support through our charity work and how to join.”
Peggy aka Dogpool aka The Goodest Dog, noon, Theatre 2 (206)
“Join the adorable canine sensation who stole hearts as Dogpool in Deadpool & Wolverine! This special appearance features the talented Peggy the Dog! Discover behind-the-scenes tales from set, training secrets, and how this four-legged performer became part of the Deadpool multiverse. Treats and belly rubs not included!”
Old Gamer New Gamer: Kingdom Hearts, 12:15 pm, Workshop Room 1 701B
“Join seasoned fan Anya Braddock, and new player Ødfel as they dive into the world of Kingdom Hearts. How did playing them on release alter the perspective of the series versus someone who has played them all in one year?”
Cosplay Red Carpet, 1 pm, 200 Lobby
Disney Pin Trading Meet and Trade!, 1 pm, Friendiverse 718B
Disney Cosplay Meetup, 3 pm, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Star Wars Cosplay Meetup, 3:15 pm, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Marvel Cinematic You-niverse: An Improv Show Starring You!, 3:45 pm in Theatre 6 (711)
Spotlight on Star Wars Author Timothy Zahn, 4 pm, Theatre 7 (713)
“Join author Timothy Zahn as he discusses his career and fields your questions about his forty-five years in the science fiction field. (Oh, and we might talk about Star Wars, too.)” The panel also includes Heather Antos, an editor at IDW Publishing.
Pin Trading, 5 pm, Friendiverse (718B)
Sketch Duel: Simone di Meo vs Mike del Mundo, 5 pm, Theatre 7 (713)
di Meo’s credits include X-Men of Apocalypse, Disney Italia, and Disney Worldwide. del Mundo is a cover artist for titles including X-Men Legacy, Deadpool, and The Incredible Hulk.
X-23 to Wolverine: The Evolution of Laura Kinney, 6 pm, Theatre 7 (713)
“Writer Erica Schultz joins us for this special Q and A on her writing work and a special look at Laura Kinney – who debuted as X-23 and is now Wolverine in the current Marvel Universe and recently appeared in the massive hit movie Deadpool and Wolverine played by Dafne Keen.”
Not Disney, but at 2 pm in Theatre 3 (701A), there’s a panel for The Big Comfy Couch, featuring Alyson Court (Loonette) and puppeteer Fred Stinson.
Saturday, August 23
Celebrating Star Wars, 10:30 am, Theatre 4 (704)
“There has never been a better time to be a Star Wars fan! Join us for a lively discussion about all things Jedi, Sith, Rebel, Imperial, Bounty Hunter, and beyond! From TV shows like Andor and Skeleton Crew to the High Republic publishing initiative and the return to cinemas next year with The Mandalorian & Grogu, there’s a lot to be excited about. Celebrating Star Wars will feature a panel of Star Wars superfans discussing the current slate of Star Wars projects and looking back on their favourite aspects of the galaxy far, far away.”
Walmart Presents: Hasbro Marvel and Star Wars Panel, 10:45 am, Theatre 3 (701A)
“Walmart is bringing the ultimate fandom experience to Fan Expo with a Marvel and Star Wars Panel! Featuring exclusive product reveals and background insights from Hasbro’s Designers, this is a must-see discussion!”
Jedi Robes 101, 11:30 am, Workshop Room 2 (707)
“It’s easy to get lost in attempting to recreate those never ending beige layers, but don’t lose hope! Come learn some tips and tricks for fabric, fit, and customization to bring your Jedi (or not-so-Jedi) to life.”
Sketch Duel: Arthur Adams vs Brian Stelfreeze, 11:45 am, Theatre 3 (701A)
Two legendary creators with work back to the 1980s face off.
Marvel Universe Cosplay Meetup, 1:45 pm, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Star Wars Cosplay March, 2 pm in Community Zone
Members of the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, and Galactic Academy will march around the outside of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Sketch Duel: Kael Ngu vs Federico Vicentini, 2:45 pm, Theatre 7 (713)
Vicentini’s credits include Amazing Spider-Man, Absolute Carnage Miles Morales, and the relaunch of Miles Morales, among other Marvel titles.
Pin Trading, 3:45 pm, Friendiverse (718B)
Star Wars Trivia, 4:30 pm, Theatre 4 (704)
“Travel the galaxy and dock your ship at Star Wars Trivia!! Test your knowledge and share your opinions! Games, prizes, and interactive fun for hardcore and casual fans alike.”
End of the Day Super Mega Cosplay Meet Up, 6 pm, Cosplay Red Carpet (200 Lobby)
Ewan McGregor Live, 6 pm, Main Theatre (Level 100)
An honourable mention also to Cosplay Meetup: Studio Ghibli, 3:45 pm in Anime HQ (716B), given the former Disney distribution deal.
Sunday, August 24
Kids Cosplay Red Carpet, 11 am, Cosplay Red Carpet (200 Lobby)
Ultimate Marvel Panel, 11 am, Theatre 3 (701A)
“As the relaunched Ultimate Marvel Universe reaches the end of it’s first phase, we’ve gathered an all-star panel of creators to discuss Ultimate Wolverine, Ultimate Spider-Man, Utimate Spider-Man: Incursion and more!” Marco Checchetto, Chris Condon, Cody Ziglar, David Messina, and Alessandro Cappuccio discuss.
The Rebellion Continues: A Chat with John Boyega, 11 am, Theatre 2 (206)
“Meet John Boyega, the charismatic force behind Finn, as he shares his journey from the First Order to becoming a Resistance hero. Discover untold stories from the Star Wars galaxy, behind-the-scenes moments, and how wielding a lightsaber changed his life forever. May the Force be with you at this unmissable fan experience!”
Disney Cosplay Meetup, 11 am, Cosplay HQ (203ABCD)
Cosplay Red Carpet, noon, Cosplay Red Carpet (200 Lobby)
Spidermen: With Great Voices Comes Great Responsibility, noon, Theatre 2 (206)
“Animation and video game universes will collide during this panel with the voice of Miles Morales (Nadji Jeter) and Peter Parker (Hudson Thames) and also Peter Parker (Yuri Lowenthal).”
Sketch Duel: Nick Bradshaw vs Tom Grummett, noon, Theatre 3 (701A)
Bradshaw is a cover artist, and has worked as a regular artist for Wolverine & The X-Men and Guardians of the Galaxy. Grummett’ pencils have included X-Men Unlimited and Spider-Man, and he was inducted into the Canadian Comic Book Creator Hall of Fame in 2018.
A Conversation with Dafne Keen, 12:15 pm, Main Theatre (Level 100)
Her roles include X-23/Laura in Logan.
Peggy aka Dogpool aka The Goodest Dog, 1 pm, Theatre 2 (206)
Another panel with Peggy.
Spotlight: Jeph Loeb and Friends, 1 pm, Theatre 3 (701A)
The EVP of Marvel Television from 2010 to 2019, he’s also worked on an array of comics. He’s joined by Simone Bianchi and Simone di Meo.
Pin Trading, 1:45 pm, Friendiverse (718B)
Last Chance Super Mega Cosplay Meet Up, 4:15 pm, Cosplay Red Carpet (200 Lobby)
The Many Worlds of Hailee Steinfeld, 5:15 pm, Main Theatre (Level 100)