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MEGACON 2026 is primed to be one of the year’s biggest events for fans of geek media, with some of Hollywood’s most famous stars from Star Trek, The Lord of the Rings, Marvel, and more, gracing guests with panels and signings. The convention starts today, Thursday, March 19, 2026, and will run through the weekend. MovieWeb’s Joe Decekelmeier will be there overseeing some of MEGACON’s biggest panels. All times are in EDT:
THURSDAY
- 8:00pm – Hazbin Hotel (Christian Borle, Joel Perez, Krystina Alabado) – Stage 1297 (W304). Celebrate all things Hazbin with a lively cast conversation full of music, mischief, and behind-the-scenes fun. A dream panel for fans of the show’s unique style and humor.
FRIDAY
- 11:00am – Ron Perlman – Stage 712 (W311A). A deep dive into a legendary career filled with unforgettable characters, powerful performances, and incredible behind-the-scenes tales. Expect grit, humor, and heart.
- 12:00pm – Tales of Middle Earth (Billy Boyd, David Wenham) – Stage 1297 (W304). Return to Middle-earth through stories of friendship, creativity, and unforgettable filmmaking moments.
- 6:00pm – Frank Grillo – Stage 576 (W205C). Hear from the action star behind Marvel’s Crossbones and countless gritty thrillers. High-energy stories, intense roles, and behind-the-scenes fun.
SATURDAY
- 11:30am – The Goonies (Sean Astin, Robert Davi, Joe Pantoliano, Martha Plimpton, Corey Feldman) – Main Stage (Chapin 2643). Never say die! Celebrate one of cinema’s most beloved adventure films with a lively cast reunion of stories and nostalgia.
- 12:45pm – Colin O’Donoghue Meet & Greet – Universal Room (W201). Join the Once Upon a Time favorite for a charming look into playing Captain Hook, working in fantasy TV, and the roles that shaped his career.
- 4:00pm – Steven Root – Stage 712 (W311A)
SUNDAY
- 12:00pm – Lost (Josh Holloway, Dominic Monaghan) – Stage 1297 (W304). Return to the island for more mysteries, stories, and laughs as the cast leads the conversation. A must-see for fans of the show’s legacy.
- 1:15pm – Mike Colter – Stage 576 (W110A). Enjoy a charismatic conversation with the star of Luke Cage and Evil, filled with action stories and acting insights.
- 3:00pm – Nick Gillard – Stage 421 (W205C). Join Star Wars Theory and Nick Gillard, the stunt coordinator and swordmaster who designed the legendary lightsaber battles of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. From Duel of the Fates to the battle on Mustafar, hear how the most iconic fights in the saga were created.
