FreeCon

Thank you to all of our attendees, special guests, sponsors, artists, vendors, staff, volunteers, and everyone else who helped make FreeCon 22 the best and most magical FreeCon yet! ❤️💙

We truly couldn’t do any of this without all of the incredible support that the community provides us year after year.

Thank you again for attending and supporting FreeCon 22. We can’t wait to see you again in 2027!

It’s no April Fools joke, we’re bringing back FreeCon’s annual Smash or Pass Event! Follow the QR code above to submit your fav to be presented at our 18+ Smash or Pass panel and decide with a council of highly qualified professionals if your fav is a smash, or a pass.

🪄✨ ITS TIME TO GET YOUR FREECON!!
That’s right! The party doesn’t stop when the sun goes down—join your favorite drag performers at 926 Bar & Grill for FreeCon’s official after party! Hosted by the phenomenal Crypt Tease, you can get your tickets for $12 each, or $30 for the full VIP experience. Simply scan the QR code and secure your ticket!

We’ll see you there on Saturday, April 4th 2026 at 926 W Tharpe St! Doors open at 9:30PM and show at 10:30PM!

Meet Max Brandes, the artist and maker behind Paladin Printworks. Max is a Florida-based, Masters-level, award-winning, and published cosplayer known for transforming dark fantasy concepts into tangible works of art. He specializes in high-impact armor and prop builds that merge storytelling, design, and craftsmanship into pieces that feel alive on and off the convention floor. His work has been featured in magazines, showcased at conventions nationwide, and recognized across the cosplay community for it’s striking detail and cinematic quality. Drawing inspiration from World of Warcraft and other legendary fantasy worlds, he brings digital designs to life through a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge 3D printing technology. Whether he’s guesting, judging craftsmanship competitions, or debuting new builds, his mission is to push the boundaries of what cosplay can be; Where artistry meets engineering, and imagination takes physical form.