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Phoenix Fan Fusion schedule: How to see Hayden Christensen and all the huge stars
There is a lot to get excited about when it comes to Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025, the annual comic con and pop culture celebration. Taking place Friday through Sunday, June 6-8, at the Phoenix Convention Center downtown, Fan Fusion is an outpouring of geek culture no matter whether you call the Shire, the T.A.R.D.I.S or a spaceship your home. Perhaps the most exciting part of Phoenix Fan Fusion is the celebrity guests and this year is one for the history books, with big names like Hayden Christensen, Marisa Tomei, Elijah Wood, Rainn Wilson, Katey Sagal, Manny Jacinto and many more. Here are the biggest celebrity guests coming to Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025. Hayden Christensen is best known for playing Anakin Skywalker, The Chosen One meant to bring peace and balance to the Star Wars galaxy but who ultimately fell to the Dark Side and became the iconic villain Darth Vader. He recently reprised his role in the Disney+ television series "Ahsoka" and "Obi-Wan Kenobi." Christensen will be at Fan Fusion all weekend. Special packages, autographs and photo ops will be available. Check the website for pricing. Looks like the entire Shire, plus some, will be at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025. Frodo actor Elijah Wood, Samwise actor Sean Astin, Merry actor Dominic Monaghan, Pippin actor Billy Boyd and Gimli actor John Rhys-Davies will all be in attendance. Wood's autograph is $100 and a photo op is $100; he will be there June 6-7. Astin's, Monaghan's and Boyd's autographs are $80 each and photo ops are $100 each. Astin will attend June 6; Monaghan and Boyd will be there June 6-7. Rhys-Davies' autograph is $100, a photo op is $120 and he'll be there June 6. For nine seasons, you watched him play Dwight Schrute, the ever loyal and quirky assistant to the regional manager on NBC's "The Office." He also has starred in "House of 1,000 Corpses," "Star Trek: Discovery" and "The Meg." Wilson's autograph is $100, a photo op is $110 and he will be there on June 8. Pegg is known for co-writing and starring in the title role of the 2004 zombie comedy "Shaun of the Dead." His credits in the geek fandom are extensive, with roles in "Doctor Who," "Star Trek" and "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," not to mention playing Benji Dunn in the "Mission: Impossible" franchise. Pegg's autograph is $85, a photo op is $75 and he will be there on June 7. Cox is best known as Matt Murdock aka Daredevil in seven projects in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including the 2015-2018 television series "Daredevil" and the 2025 series "Daredevil: Born Again." Cox's breakout role was playing the lead in the 2007 romantic fantasy adventure film "Stardust" opposite Claire Danes, and he had a prominent role in "The Theory of Everything" before landing the role of Daredevil in 2014. Cox's 8x10 autograph is $125, a premium autograph is $130, a photo op is $130 and he will be there on June 7. Best known as the Silent Bob half of the wacky acting duo of Jay and Silent Bob, actor/director Kevin Smith made a legacy of a film he shot inside the convenience store where he was working after hours in the '90s. "Clerks" follows a day in the life of two convenience store clerks as they annoy customers, discuss movies and play hockey on the store roof. He also directed "Dogma" and "Chasing Amy." Smith's autograph is $100, a photo op is $90 and he will be there on June 7. Pop culture fans know Marisa Tomei as Spider-Man Tom Holland's Aunt May in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but she broke out as a star with her hilarious performance in the 1992 film "My Cousin Vinny," which earned her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Other notable films you can find Tomei include 1992's "Chaplin," 2007's "The Wrestler," 2011's "Crazy, Stupid Love" and 2020's "The King of Staten Island" starring Pete Davidson. Tomei's 8x10 autograph is $100 and everything else is $120. She will be there on June 7. Manny Jacinto began his performing career in hip-hop dancing, but he's proved that shifting to acting was the right move. Jacinto had small roles in TV shows like "Once Upon a Time," "Supernatural" and "Bates Motel" before landing a featured role in 2016's "The Good Place." He played an amateur disc jockey who won viewers' affections with his immature, simple, yet kindhearted nature. Most recently, Jacinto starred as Qimir, known as the Stranger, who is the apprentice of Sith Lord Darth Plagueis in the 2023 Star Wars series "The Acolyte" on Disney+. Jacinto's autograph is $70, a photo op is $85 and he will be there on June 7-8. Generations of fans recognize Katey Sagal for her iconic voice as the one-eyed, purple-haired Leela on the animated series "Futurama," her satirized version of a housewife in "Married With Children" that aired from 1987-1997 and her portrayal of Gemma Teller Morrow on the biker drama "Sons of Anarchy," for which she won a Best Actress Golden Globe. Sagal's 8x10 autograph is $100, a selfie is $90, a photo op is $100 and she will be there June 6-8. Maybe you know Ron Perlman as Hellboy from the 2004 film of the same name and its 2008 sequel "Hellboy II: The Golden Army." Gamers will recognize his voice narrating the post-apocalyptic game series Fallout or as Lord Hood in Halo 2 and Halo 3. Perlman is also known for his pivotal role as Clay Morrow, president of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club Redwood Original in the hit FX series "Sons of Anarchy." Perlman's autograph is $60, a photo op is $70 and he will be here June 6-8. When: 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, June 6-7; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, June 8. Where: Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third St. Admission: $44-$595, plus tax and fees; free for age 12 and younger. Details: Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and She writes the latest news about video games, television and best things to do in metro Phoenix. (This story has been updated with a new photo gallery.) This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Fan Fusion 2025: Biggest celebs at Phoenix Convention Center
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Phoenix Fan Fusion bag policy: What's allowed in Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025 is quickly approaching. The comic con and pop culture gathering will take over the Phoenix Convention Center downtown Friday through Sunday, June 6-8. In addition to the packed schedule of special guests including Hayden Christensen, Charlie Cox, Simon Pegg and the Hobbits, meetups, tournaments, trivia and photo ops, cosplayers will be roaming the streets and packing the convention center halls dressed to the nines in their comic con best. Whether that's a superhero, a favorite anime character or an alien from a galaxy far, far away, you'll see it all and more at Fan Fusion. Wondering what you can bring inside the Phoenix Convention Center? Here's what to know about the Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025 bag policy and prop rules. There are three secured entrances to Fan Fusion at the Phoenix Convention Center, with screening at each one. Ticketed fans will go through a metal detector, and bags and props will be screened. Find out more at Go right ahead and bring your sonic screwdrivers, fake sword, wand and lightsaber. Don't bring any real, replicated or simulated explosive weapons or devices of any kind, excessively noisy props like airhorns, glass or stone props, slingshots, cast-iron skillets and more. Real and replica firearms of any kind, regardless of how unrealistic it looks, or what material it's made of are prohibited. This includes any weapon resembling a firearm such as a Star Wars blaster, Nerf guns, toy guns, Overwatch firearms, etc. To see all the Phoenix Fan Fusion prop rules, go to The bag policy for Fan Fusion at the Phoenix Convention Center is pretty straightforward, as they don't state on the website that you must have a clear bag of a certain size to enter. All bags, and any props, will be checked by security as guests go through a metal detector at all three of the entrances. To see the full list of prohibited items, visit are no bag size restrictions or clear-bag requirements on the Phoenix Convention Center website. Bags are subject to inspection. No. Outside food and beverages are prohibited at Phoenix Convention Center. Rockstar Games delayed GTA 6 release: Here's the official release date (This story has been updated to include additional information.) Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and She writes the latest news about video games, television and best things to do in metro Phoenix. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Phoenix Fan Fusion bag policy: What you can and can't bring
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Fan Fusion 2025: Everything to know about the comic con at Phoenix Convention Center
Fan Fusion, Phoenix's annual pop culture convention and comic con, is returning to downtown, bringing an impressive lineup of celebrity guests along with game tournaments, fan panels, cosplay contests and more. It all takes place Friday-Sunday, June 6-8, 2025. Fans can get autographs and photo ops or catch a panel conversation with Anakin Skywalker himself, Hayden Christensen. Or get in line for Elijah Wood, Sean Astin and all of the Hobbits from 'Lord of the Rings," 'The Office' star Rainn Wilson and many more. Whether this is your first time at a con or you're a seasoned pro, here's everything you need to know about Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025 at the Phoenix Convention Center. Yes. The Phoenix comic con is called Fan Fusion. Fan Fusion 2024 highs and lows: Dick Van Dyke, the GOAT, gets 2 standing ovations Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025 will take place Friday-Sunday, June 6-8, with all your favorite fandoms, cosplayers, celebrity guest panels, authors, artists, meet-and-greets and much more. Here's the Fan Fusion 2025 schedule: Friday, June 6: 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7: 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Sunday, June 8: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours for the lower level exhibit halls (1-6) and the Hall of Heroes are: Friday, June 6: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, June 7: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, June 8: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Hours for the programming events in ballrooms 120 and 301 and meeting rooms 101-232 are: Friday, June 6: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Sunday, June 8: 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Phoenix Fan Fusion is at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. Third St. downtown. There are three entrances to Fan Fusion at the convention center: Second and Adams streets, Third and Monroe streets and Third and Washington streets. No. Fan Fusion tickets, or memberships as they're called, can be purchased at Here's the full breakdown of Fan Fusion ticket prices for 2025: Weekend pass: $99. Friday pass: $44. Saturday pass: $64. Sunday pass: $44. VIP weekend pass: $595. Kids 12 and younger: Free. VIP passes include a $100 voucher for the merch booth, early access to celebrity panels, a special line for most celebrity autographs, a VIP lounge and more. There are parking garages, lots and street parking within walking distance of the Phoenix Convention Center. Costs vary; expect to pay $20-$30 per day. These parking garages are closest to the Phoenix Convention Center: Convention Center East Garage: Fifth and Washington streets. Heritage Garage: Fifth and Monroe streets. Convention Center North Garage: Fifth and Monroe streets. Convention Center West Garage: Third and Washington streets. Hyatt Regency Garage: Second and Washington/Adams streets. You can reserve a parking spot at Valley Metro light rail costs $4 for an all-day pass or $2 for a single ride. You can pay at the kiosk at each light rail stop or purchase your fare in advance on the Valley Metro app. Here are the stops closest to the convention center: Third and Washington streets. Washington Street and Central Avenue. There are three secured entrances to Fan Fusion at the Phoenix Convention Center, with screening at each one. Ticketed fans will go through a metal detector, and bags and props will be screened. Find out more at No. Outside food and beverages are prohibited at Phoenix Convention Center. The bag policy for Fan Fusion at the Phoenix Convention Center is pretty straightforward and clear bags aren't required. Here are the rules: Oversized rolling suitcases are not allowed. Camera bags without a press badge are not permitted. All other bags are subject to search by security. As for props, you can bring your sonic screwdriver, fake sword, wand and lightsaber. You are not allowed to bring any real, replicated or simulated explosive weapons or devices of any kind, excessively noisy props like airhorns, glass or stone props, slingshots, cast-iron skillets and more. To see the complete rules, visit What is the golden rule of cosplay? The unspoken etiquette of asking for photos Here are just a few of the things you can do at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025: "Wicked" Singalong: Come sing your heart out with fellow "Wicked" fans at 1:30 p.m. Friday in North 231ABC. Arizona Droid Builders: Get a closer look at the blueprints, guides and software needed to construct screen accurate models primarily of Star Wars droids at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in West 103AB. "Nosferatu": Discussing Robert Eggers and a Century of Horror: Come learn why the name Nosferatu has inspired fear for over 100 years as a panel discusses how director Robert Eggers' film honored the history and themes of the 1922 classic film at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in North 224AB Fantasy. One Skit to Rule Them All Contest: Cosplayers will act out scenes in character and all fandoms are welcome to participate. Fill out the application at This event is at 4:30 p.m. Saturday in North 231ABC. Trivia from Another Dimension: The Twilight Zone: Enter a new dimension as you hear retellings of famous episodes in five minutes or less while the audience plays themed trivia for prizes. 1:30 p.m. Saturday in North 127C Horror. The full schedule is at Rockstar Games delayed GTA 6 release: Here's the official release date Some of the biggest names in geek and pop culture will be at Phoenix Fan Fusion, signing autographs and participating in panels. Autographs and photo ops will take place in the Lower Level Exhibit Halls 1-6, which will be open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Here are just a few of the Fan Fusion 2025 celebrity guests: Hayden Christensen: Best known for playing Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader in the Star Wars prequel films "Attack of the Clones" and "Revenge of the Sith," as well as reprising his role in the Disney+ TV series "Ahsoka" and the mini-series "Obi-Wan Kenobi." Anthony Daniels who played Anakin's trusty protocol droid C-3PO also will be in attendance. "Lord of the Rings" cast: Elijah Wood (Frodo), Sean Astin (Samwise), Dominic Monaghan (Merry), Billy Boyd (Pippin) and John Rhys-Davies (Gimli) will be at Fan Fusion. Rainn Wilson: Best known for playing Dwight Schrute on all nine seasons of NBC's "The Office," along with roles in "House of 1000 Corpses" and "Star Trek: Discovery." Manny Jacinto: Famous for playing Jason Mendoza on NBC's "The Good Place" and had roles in "Top Gun: Maverick" and the Star Wars series "The Acolyte." Marisa Tomei: You may know her as Aunt May Parker in the "Spider-Man" films, but this Oscar-winning actress has an impressive career with roles in "My Cousin Vinny," "What Women Want" and "The Wrestler."If you're looking to keep it casual, you can stick to fandom tees and jeans, but a lot of the fun of comic cons is dressing the part. While professional cosplayers will be in attendance, everyone is encouraged to wear their fandom proud, whether that's with official merch or a DIY costume. Here are a few of the closest hotels to the convention center: Hyatt Regency Phoenix: Across the street from the convention center at 122 N. Second St. Rooms start at $199 a night, valet parking is $44 and self-parking is $34 per day. Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Downtown: Three blocks from the convention center at 77 E. Polk St. Rooms start at $152 a night, valet parking is $39, no self-parking. Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown: Two miles from the Convention Center and adjacent to the light rail at 10 E. Thomas Road. Rooms start at $119 a night, self-parking is $32 per day, no valet parking. Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Downtown: Five blocks from the Convention Center at 132 S. Central Ave. Rooms start at $127 a night, valet parking is $43 a day, no self-parking. Residence Inn Phoenix Downtown: Five blocks from the Convention Center at 132 S. Central Ave. Rooms start at $127 a night, valet parking is $43 a day, no self-parking. AC Marriott: Three blocks from the Convention Center at 414 N. Fifth St. Rooms start at $149 a night, self-parking is $30, no valet parking. (This story has been updated to include additional information.) Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and She writes the latest news about video games, television and best things to do in metro Phoenix. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025: Ultimate guide for comic con fans
