Fan Expo New Orleans returning with ‘Supernatural’ stars

UpdatedWed, October 7, 2026 at 11:50 AM UTC

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Fan Expo New Orleans is returning to the city Jan. 8 through Jan. 10, 2027.

According to a news release, the worlds of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, cosplay and more will collide at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for the Expo. Five stars from the fantasy series “Supernatural” will join the convention; Jared Padalecki, Jim Beaver, Mark Sheppard, Mark Pellegrino and Ruth Connell. In addition, Adam Savage of “MythBusters” will attend.

The Fan Expo will offer autographs, photo ops, shopping, programming panels, meetups, special events, community events and evening sessions.

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