Lore Con 2026 is live! Get your tickets now.

Lore Con is a two-day cultural convention in Durham, NC built for fans, creators, and community. We celebrate the stories, passions, and communities that make us who we are. Pop Culture. Anime. Gaming. Comics. Streetwear. Tech. Music. Whether you create it, collect it, or live it – What’s Your Lore?

Ticket Info:

● Founding VIP Member

● VIP

● Weekend Early Bird General Admission

● Weekend General Admission

● Kids 10 and under: Free with paid adult ticket

Get your tickets at loreconvention.com

Guest Sneak Peek:

Lore Con brings together creators, storytellers, fans, collectors, and community from across the Southeast. We’re excited to welcome The Blerd Without Fear (Comic Book Lorekeeper – 123K YouTube subscribers) & Fantastic Frankey (Nerd Commentator – 188K Tik Tok followers) as anchor guests for 2026. More guests will be announced soon -> follow us at @loreconvention for updates.

Vendor Info:

Want to be part of Lore Con 2026? Vendor applications are open now. We have 24 available 10×10 booths for independent creators, businesses, and artists. Apply at loreconvention.com/vendors.

Every venue has different rules and policies for vendors. That’s why the Durham Convention Center has an exhibitor FAQ and packet for you to review. Find information about loading dock procedures, parking recommendations, drayage, and more on the exhibitor page.

Parking:

Durham Convention Center is located in the heart of downtown Durham at 301 W Morgan St. The Durham Centre Parking Garage is directly across the street with over 700 spaces. Additional parking options are available throughout downtown Durham. Find parking information and directions on the parking page.