Excalibur Con Pop Culture & Tabletop Gaming Convention - Eventeny

Excalibur Con Pop Culture & Tabletop Gaming Convention

Starts on Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Duluth, Minnesota, United States
Hosted by MNSWCA.org
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About the event
MNSWCA. org presents Excalibur Con Pop Culture & Tabletop Gaming Convention 2026 August 15-16, 2025 Exhibit Hall opens 11:00am each day (10:30 for VIP)  Individual gaming events start earlier. Location: Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center 350 Harbor Dr. Duluth, MN 55802 Excalibur Con Pop Culture & Tabletop Gaming Convention will combine all of the great nerd and geek fandoms under one roof again in 2026! There will be vendors, artists, activities, cosplay contests, silent auctions, and special guest stars all weekend long! The Lady of the Lake Kings of War, North Star Open Warhammer 40k, and Magic the Gathering tournaments will be featured during the weekend, as well as other tournament events to be announced soon. Find your inner nerd and join us for what is destined to be the Northland Nerd event of the year! Tournament entry special! Participants in designated Excalibur Con gaming tournaments are eligible for a 50% discount on current weekend ticket price. All North Star Open tickets will be available via the North Star Open website. Full event information, guests, schedule, etc. can be found at . Tickets are non-refundable. Tournament entry may be transferrable, contact info@ to transfer tournament entry.
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Dates
Aug 15, 2026 · 11:00 AM - Aug 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM(GMT-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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Parking instructions
Parking at posted rate at the DECC parking lot and structure onsite. Street parking available in downtown Duluth along with various parking structures and skywalk access to venue available.
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Health & safety
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 (coronavirus) exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is a contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. By purchasing or otherwise accepting a ticket to this event, you are acknowledging that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. You and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold event organizers, venue operators, managers and venue owners and their agents and their contractors liable for any COVID-19 illness or injury in connection with you or your guests' attendance at the event. Excalibur Con Pop Culture & Tabletop Gaming Convention will make attempts to ensure protocols are followed that adhere to local and CDC recommendations regarding safe distancing, cleanliness of the venue, and protections for attendees. Masks can be worn and there is no tolerance for negative comments toward those that choose to do so. Anyone that is harassing due to this, will be subject to the above harassment protocols. Should the local department of health or the CDC make specific recommendations regarding masking or limiting guests for events such as Excalibur Con, attendees will be notified of any restrictions and they will be expected to be followed by attendees. As of this date (10/5/2026) there are no specific COVID-19 restrictions in place and it is up to individuals to vaccinate and/or wear masks. There is currently no requirement to show proof of vaccination and/or to mask at the event.
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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications
Interested in applying:
5 active applications
Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Use this form to apply for your spot at Excalibur Con 2026. Space is limited so not all entries will be selected. There are several application options, so choose all options that would apply for a better chance to join us. Applications will be open October 15, 2025 - February 28, 2026. Application decisions will be made by March 30, 2026.

 

Artist Alley- Apply for this if you are an original art content creator. Note: AI is prohibited from Excalibur Con. Any artist found to be using AI will be asked to remove any AI-created works.


Space includes: 1-8'x10' booth space; 1-8' skirted table, backdrop, side dividers, 1 chair, 2 exhibitor badges.
    $150 max 1 space


Additional amenities such as internet, electrical hookup, additional tables/chairs may be purchased directly from the DECC with 2026 rates to be distributed closer to the event.

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Use this form to apply for your spot at Excalibur Con 2026. Space is limited so not all entries will be selected. There are several application options, so choose all options that would apply for a better chance to join us. Applications will be open October 15, 2025 - February 28, 2026. Application decisions will be made by March 30, 2026.

 

Author's Row- Apply for this if you are an author of original content (any written media/mode). Note: AI is prohibited from Excalibur Con. Any author found to be using AI will be asked to leave the Exhibit Hall and will not be featured on Author's Row.


Space includes: 1-8'x10' booth space; 1-8' skirted table, backdrop, side dividers, 1 chair, 2 exhibitor badges.
    $150 max 1 space


Additional amenities such as internet, electrical hookup, additional tables/chairs may be purchased directly from the DECC with 2026 rates to be distributed closer to the event.

Use this form to apply for your spot at Excalibur Con 2026. Space is limited so not all entries will be selected. There are several application options, so choose all options that would apply for a better chance to join us. Applications will be open October 15, 2025 - July 31, 2026. 

 

Community Partner- Apply for this if you are a non-profit organization, community-based organization, convention, cosplay group, or other group that does not plan to sell items, but instead promote and encourage community engagement. If you are not sure if you fit this category, just ask! Note: Excalibur Con is open to table trades with other cons and we will also have a limited number of free spaces available to local non-profit organizations that align with our mission, vision and values.


Space includes: 1-6' skirted table, 1 chair, 2 exhibitor badges (extra badges available upon request and negotiated with individual groups)

 
    $50 max 1 space


Additional amenities such as internet, electrical hookup, additional tables/chairs may be purchased directly from the DECC with 2026 rates to be distributed closer to the event.

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Use this form to apply for your spot at Excalibur Con 2026. Space is limited so not all entries will be selected. There are several application options, so choose all options that would apply for a better chance to join us. Applications will be open October 15, 2025 - April 30, 2026. 

 

Exhibit Hall (located in south Pioneer Hall)- Apply for this if you are a vendor, reseller, artist, author, podcaster, or any other nerdy group that plans to sell or distribute at the event. If you are not sure if your goods/wares fit into this category, just ask!


Space includes: 1-810x10' booth space, 1-8' skirted table, backdrop, side dividers, 2 chairs, 4 exhibitor badges.

 

Base Price (note discounted pricing on double/quad spaces)
    $200 for interior space
    $225 for corner space
    Max 4 spaces


Additional amenities such as internet, electrical hookup, additional tables/chairs may be purchased directly from the DECC with 2026 rates to be distributed closer to the event.

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Use this form to apply for your spot at Excalibur Con 2026. Space is limited so not all entries will be selected. There are several application options, so choose all options that would apply for a better chance to join us. Applications will be open October 15, 2025 - April 30, 2026. 

 

Gaming Pavilion (located in Lake Superior Ballroom)- Apply for this if you are a vendor, reseller, artist, author, podcaster, or any other nerdy group that is related to tabletop gaming. If you are not sure if your goods/wares fit into this category, just ask!


Space includes: 1-8x10' booth space, 1-8' skirted table, backdrop, side dividers, 2 chairs, 4 exhibitor badges.

 

Base Price 
    $150
    Max 1 space


Additional amenities such as internet, electrical hookup, additional tables/chairs may be purchased directly from the DECC with 2026 rates to be distributed closer to the event.

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