We’re very excited to welcome you to Twin Cities Con! Below are some important event details, useful tips and planning considerations to help you make the most of your Twin Cities Con experience.
Event Details
Location
Minneapolis Convention Center –1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
- Hall B: Registration
- Hall C and D: Exhibit Hall/Artist Alley/Celebrity Guests
- Ballroom A: Main Stage
- Room 101: Hero Stage
- Room 102F: Panel 1
- Room 103: Gaming Presented by 2DCon
- Room 200: Wrestling Stage
- Room 201 A/B: Quiet Room
- Room 203 A/B: Panel 2
- Room 204 A/B: Gaming Presented by Wyldwolf Games
- Room 205 A-D: Panel 3
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis 4th Floor – 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
- Boundary Waters – Maid Cafe
- Great Lakes Ballroom A: Panel 4
- Great Lakes Ballroom B&C: Late Night Dance Party
- Lake Minnetonka: Panel 5
- Lake Bemidji: Panel 6
- Lake Harriot: Panel 7
- Lake of the Isles: Break Room
- Cedar Lake: Cosplay Contest Pre-judging
- Lake Nokomis: Late Night Registration – beginning at 8 PM on Friday and Saturday ONLY
Show Hours
Exhibit Hall Hours
Friday: 12PM – 7PM
Saturday: 10AM – 7PM
Sunday: 10AM – 5PM
Programming Hours
Friday: 1PM – 2AM
Saturday: 10AM – 2AM
Sunday: 10AM – 5PM
Registration Hours
Thursday: 3PM – 7PM (Early Badge Pick Up)
Friday: 10:30AM – 8PM*
Saturday: 8:30AM – 8PM*
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5PM
*For pre-registered attendees who miss regular registration hours, Late Night registration will take place in the Hyatt on the 4th Floor in Lake Nokomis from 8PM – 11PM Friday and Saturday ONLY. No onsite purchases can be made during that time. Only badge pickups, for attendee badges purchased in advance online.
Directions – https://www.minneapolis.org/minneapolis-convention-center/directions-parking/
Parking Information – https://www.minneapolis.org/minneapolis-convention-center/attendees/public-event-parking-options/
Event Schedule –Website: https://www.twincitiescon.com/schedule/
App: https://builder.guidebook.com/g/#/guides/tcc26/schedule/sessions?scheduleDayPosition=2026-11-20&scheduleIndexInDayPosition=0
Exhibitor List – Website: https://www.twincitiescon.com/vendor-list-floor-plan/
App: https://builder.guidebook.com/g/#/guides/tcc26/lists/1228187
Pro Tip: Download the Guidebook App to get the most up to date information, plus the ability to create your own schedule, and more.
Registration Information
Registration Hours
Thursday, November 19 | 3PM – 7PM
Friday, November 20 | 10AM – 8 PM*
Saturday, November 21 | 8AM – 8PM*
Sunday, November 22 | 8AM – 5PM
How Registration Works
Registration takes place in Hall B of the Minneapolis Convention Center. After you make your way to Hall B, there will be a sign that splits the line in two: 1. those who have purchased badges in advance and 2. those who would like to purchase on-site.
If you have purchased your badge in advance, the line will then split further into pre-registration, VIP, and press/panelist. Single day passes, Weekend and Super Weekend passes will use the line marked pre-registration, VIP pass holders will use the line marked VIP, and press/panelists will use the line designated press/panelist.
Please make sure to have your QR codes ready for scanning! If you cannot find your QR code, don’t worry! Please let a staff member know when you get to the front of the line and they will be able to help look up your tickets.
If you are purchasing at the event, both cash and card are accepted and a staff member will direct you to the next available person to assist you.
*If you miss the main registration hours, badges can be picked up during late night registration in the Hyatt on the 4th Floor in Lake Nokomis. Hours are limited from 8 PM – 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. No onsite purchases may be made during this time. Only badge pickups, for attendee badges purchased in advance online.
Early Badge Pick Up Information
Badges purchased in advance can be picked up during one of our early badge pick up events.
HOW IT WORKS
If you’ve already purchased tickets online (or will before you visit one of these pickup events) then you can come get your badge early. All you need to do is show us your QR code from Tixr, and we’ll exchange it for your badge. **Early Badge Pick Up events are for attendee badges ONLY, no merch, ADA or 18+ wristbands, VIP perks, panelist badges, etc. will be available.**
EARLY PICK UP EVENTS
Saturday, November 14
11:00 AM – 2:00 PMPHOTO OPS
Photo Ops are available for purchase online before the event and during the event (provided they have not sold out). Only credit cards will be accepted. Photo ops are non-refundable.
Photo Ops are redeemed at the front desk of the photo op area. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to get in line.
You may have up to 4 individuals* per Photo Op ticket (this limit does not apply to the talent or children 3 years and younger) unless otherwise noted on the talent sales page. This limit may change at any time, so please check back regularly. *Some talent may have a more restricted limit of individuals per Photo Op ticket. This information will be available on that talent’s sales page and may change at any time.
The photo op schedule can be found here – https://store.epic.leapevent.tech/twin-cities-con/2026#schedule
Please note schedules are subject to change, so please check regularly.
For more information regarding photo ops, please see the website here – https://store.epic.leapevent.tech/twin-cities-con/2026#info
AUTOGRAPHS
You can meet your favorite guest for autographs in the Exhibit Hall. There is no schedule for autographs. Guests will be signing throughout the day unless they are doing a photo op, doing a panel or taking a break (ex. lunch). If a guest is not at their booth, a staff member at their booth will be able to indicate when they may return.
Autographs and selfies may be a combination of cash and card based. Please plan accordingly and bring cash prior to attending the event for autographs just in case. Prices vary by each guest and can be found on our guest price list below.
Some guests may offer selfies at their booths. If it’s not on our website, you can ask the guest at their booth.
Lines will be cut if a celebrity has a scheduled photo op or Q&A.
Pro Tip: On Sunday, some guests may need to leave early, so plan on getting your autographs and photo ops early in the day to avoid missing them!
Guest Cancellations
Guests that have cancelled their appearance will be announced on our social media. Guest appearances are subject to change.
Guests that have cancelled their 2026 appearance:
- Phil Hester
- Lilli Cooper
- Christy Carlson Romano
- Nicole Sullivan
- Thomas Lennon
General Information
We recommend bringing a mix of cash and credit card as vendors and guests decide individually what they will accept. JSA is cashless and will accept various forms of digital payments.
Individuals who wish to visit JSA on the exhibit hall floor will need a Twin Cities Con badge to do so.
You can exit and re-enter the exhibit hall and programming as often as you like once you pick up your badge. Please use the designated entrances and exits. Badges must be worn or produced when asked during your time at the convention.
The convention center does not allow outside food or drink. No outside orders (e.g., Uber Eats) are allowed at the convention center.
We do not have specific bag policy in place. Please note that bags may be searched at any time by security personnel, police, and/or staff. Refusal to comply will result in ejection from the venue with no refund or credit.
Coat check is available through the convention center for a small fee. In addition to coats, they will check some purchases, props, and bags. All items should be picked up by the time that coat check closes.
When in the celebrity guest area of the event, no candid photos or videos are allowed. This extends to all recording devices including wearable recording devices. These are strictly prohibited to respect the privacy of our guests, and the fan experience.
For more information, please see our FAQ and info page here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/info/#FAQ
Panels and Programming
Panels are included with your Twin Cities Con badge. They DO NOT cost extra.
Most panels are “free flow” meaning that there will not be a line to get into the next panel. Staff and con squad members will create lines for panels that have required the room to be cleared beforehand. Staff and con squad members will make an announcement in the panel room if a room clear will occur. They will also indicate where to line up and what lines are which.
Panels are split between the Minneapolis Convention Center and the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. The easiest way to go between the two locations is the Skywalk. The Skywalk is located on the first floor of the Convention Center and the second floor of the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis.
Sam Haft in Concert: Playing the Music of the Hellaverse
The Sam Haft Concert will take place on Friday, November 20, 2026 starting at 8:00 PM. Doors will open at 7:30 PM. The concert is FREE with your Twin Cities Con badge. You will need a Twin Cities Con badge to attend.
F1rst Wrestling & Twin Cities Con present Twin Cities Carnage
Twin Cities Carnage will take place on Friday, November 20, 2026 and Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Room 200 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Doors open at 6:30 PM. All ages are welcome.
A separate ticket is required to attend these and can be purchased here – https://www.tixr.com/groups/twincitiescon/events/twincitiescon-twin-cities-con-2026-165778?sort=RECOMMENDED&COL=17010&A=L
You do not need a Twin Cities Con badge to attend Twin Cities Carnage.
Kitaku Maid & Butler Cafe
The Kitaku Maid and Butler Cafe is hosted in the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis in Boundary Waters A/B on the fourth floor of the Hyatt. Join them as they serve yummy treats, play fun games, and perform cute dances to make sure everyone has a magical experience. You can buy tickets in advance here – https://kitaku.square.site/s/shop
Tattoos from Ink Fusion Empire
Party Rooms
Party Rooms are located on the 4th floor of the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, near the programming rooms. You can find the list of Party Rooms and their hours here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/party-rooms/
18+ After Dark Programming
Panels marked 18+ required an 18+ wristband to attend. 18+ wristbands can be obtained from registration or from the door monitor of an 18+ panel room before an event.
You must show a valid ID (state ID, passport, driver’s license, etc.) to receive a wristband. You must wear this wristband on your wrist, it cannot be attached to your badge, bad, etc. If you have a sensory reason to not wear it on your wrist, you must provide a valid ID to coincide with showing your 18+ wristband.
Pro Tip: Get your 18+ wristband early if you plan on attending to avoid having to pull out your ID when trying to get a seat in the room!
Note: Panel and programming schedule are subject to change.
Download the Guidebook
Our Guidebook will have the most up-to-date information as well as an awesome map to help you get around the show, ways to create your own schedule of events, and more!
Below are the instructions to download the guide! There are a few different ways.
Option 1:
1. In the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, search for the “Guidebook” App.
2. Download the App called
3. Once you have the Guidebook App download, click on “Find Guides”.
4. Search “Twin Cities Con 2026” and you will be able to add the guide for the event.
Option 2:
1. Click the link here: https://builder.guidebook.com/g/tcc26/ or click the button below.
2A. If you’re on mobile – scroll down the page and there will be a button that reads “Download the App”.
3A. Click the “Download the App” button and follow the prompts.
2B: If you’re on a laptop – there will be a “Download the App” in the upper right corner.
3B: Click the “Download the App” button which will give you instructions on how to download the app on your mobile phone.
Option 3:
1. Scan the QR code above
2. Follow the prompt to download the Guidebook App
Accessibility
For questions regarding accessibility, please see our full policy here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/info/#accessibility-policy
Twin Cities Con provides wristbands to attendees with disabilities and one companion. [Both the attendee and the companion must have a badge to attend the event. The wristband does not serve as a replacement for a Twin Cities Con Badge.] These must be requested at registration.
The Quiet Room is located in Room 201 A/B at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
There is a Break Space on the 4th Floor of the Hyatt in Lake of the Isles.
The autograph area and select panels (panels that have had the room cleared before) will have a specific line for accessibility. Please speak to a staff or con squad member for exact locations.
ASL interpreter services are available on Main Stage (Ballroom A) and Hero Stage (Room 101) for all Celebrity Guest Q&As. Sam Haft in Concert, INF Presents: The Twin Cities Nerdlesque Kickback (18+), and additional panels must be requested through the ASL form to have ASL interpretation. The form to request ASL interpreters can be found here – https://forms.gle/fYku8Px1Ts1RPaoE7
Cosplay, Costumes, and Props
A few quick reminders regarding costumes and cosplay props at Twin Cities Con.
- All props must be brought to Props Check (located in outside Hall B before registration). You must bring your prop to prop check to be inspected everyday you bring it to the convention, even if you already have your badge.
- Props and costumes must abide by our costume and prop policy found here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/cosplay/#cosplay-policies
- Staff reserves the right to ask to see that a prop has been approved by prop check at any time.
Costume Contest Information
- The costume contests on are Saturday and Sunday, and advanced registration was required. At this time, there are no spots available on either date for additional participants.
- Contestants participating in the costume contest received an email with instructions on the time to report to pre-judging. Please make sure you are there on time. Pre-judging is required to participate in the costume contest. Pre-judging is located in Cedar Lake on the 4th floor of the Hyatt. Judges have a list of accepted participants for check-in.
- The Saturday Costume Contest takes place at 6 PM on Main Stage (Ballroom A). The Sunday Costume Contest takes place at 3 PM on Main Stage (Ballroom A).
- The Shimmy in the Tank 18+ Cosplay Catwalk takes place on Friday at 7 PM on Main Stage (Ballroom A). This contest does not required advanced registration. But does require contestants and audience members to be 18+. Please make sure you get an 18+ wristband to attend and/or participate.
- Kids 13 and under can participate in our Saturday and Sunday Kids Costume Parade. The Kids Costume Parade begins at 12:30 PM on Saturday and 12:30 PM on Sunday on Hero Stage (Room 101). No pre-registration is necessary. The parade ends when all kids have walked across the stage, which may be sooner than the posted end time.
- More information on our costume contests can be found here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/cosplay/#costume-contest
Cosplay Photoshoots
- The Cosplay Photoshoot Schedule can be found here – https://www.twincitiescon.com/cosplay/#cosplay-photoshoots
- Cosplay Photoshoots take place in Exhibit Hall B, on the other side of registration.
