Your complete guide to this year’s Fan Expo Philadelphia – NBC10 Philadelphia

The ultimate fan experience is back in Philadelphia this weekend, where thousands of people will descend on the Convention Center to meet their favorite sci-fi celebrities.

The Fan Expo Philadelphia, once known as Wizard World Philadelphia, kicks off on Friday and runs through Sunday with meet-and-greets, shopping and plenty of family-friendly fun.

While the action takes place at the convention center, Philadelphians can expect to see many costumed visitors on the streets and sidewalks.

From appearances by stars like Hayden Christensen and Rainn Wilson to plenty of cosplay, here are some of the highlights awaiting (costumed) fans:

Meet famous guests

Other celebrities will be at the expo and meeting fans, including “Star Wars” stars Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen and Gina Carano. Some beloved cast members from “The Office” making an appearance include Oscar Nunez and Kate Flannery.

For the full list of guest appearances, click here.

Cosplay red carpet and competitions

There are many events for expo goers who want to cosplay and show off their looks.

From meeting Master Cosplayers to competing to win the Craftmanship Cup, there’s a lot to experience.

All cosplayers are welcome to walk the Cosplay Red Carpet and have their photos taken by a professional photographer.

Artist Alley returns

Looking for art? Amateur and professional artists will share their artwork, including sculptures, jewelry, pins and buttons.

You can get your comic books signed, meet comic creators and even attend sketch duels with your favorite artists.

How to get tickets to Fan Expo Philadelphia

A day ticket starts at $48 per person and includes one-day admission with show floor access, panel room access and theater access.

The three-day pass starts at $99 and gets you to the show floor all three days of the event with access to a special preview on Friday at 2 p.m.

Unfortunately, the Ultimate Fan Pack and the VIP Pack are both listed as ‘sold out’.

For more information about the tickets that are still available, click here.