GalaxyCon Raleigh 2021

Webp.net-compress-image (95)

Aerial view of GalaxyCon Raleigh 2019 | Image via YouTube

In a galaxy far, far — in the Raleigh Convention Center Downtown GalaxyCon Raleigh is being held Thurs., July 29-Sun., Aug. 1. The 4-day festival includes celebrities, cosplayers, gamers, and creators.

Visitors are encouraged to dress up in costume, or just come as-is. Tickets are required + on sale now there’s even virtual options, including livestream passes.

The schedule of events includes Q+As, panels, parties, and cosplay contests. There’s also several opportunities to meet celebrities and take photos with them.

Keep an eye out for Brendan Fraser (known for playing Rick O’Connell in The Mummy trilogy), Giancarlo Esposito (known for playing Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian), Tara Reid (known for playing Vicky in the American Pie films + Bunny in The Big Lebowski), and many more celebs.

If you go to GalaxyCon, make sure to tag us on social media (@RALtoday) in your posts so we can see your awesome cosplays.

More from RALtoday
In case you hadn’t noticed, Raleigh’s growing in a big way, and some mixed-use developments are set to transform downtown + Midtown in 2026 and beyond. Here’s what you need to know about three major developments.
If you’re looking for plans to bring in the new year, Raleigh is bustling with events. Explore each event and plan where you’ll bring in 2025.
Sponsored
Raleigh restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
For the first time since 1990, you can back the Pack in the NCAA men’s soccer finals — and it’s all happening in Cary.
If you’re a fan of real trees over artificial, this list is for you. We’re highlighting 10 local spots to pick up Christmas trees in Raleigh, including home delivery options, pre-flocked trees, and NC-famous Fraser firs.
Our readers have spoken — here are the best local spots our city has to offer, from the best coffee shop to the best apartment complex to the best dentist.
Hi Raleighite. It’s that time of year again — Spotify Wrapped is out, and so is ours. Ready to see how our year stacked up?
A grassroots effort is helping central NC properties become part of a nationwide habitat network.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.