Dragon Con
Sci-fi friends and stormtroopers invade Atlanta
When: September 3 – September 7, 2026
Where: Downtown Atlanta
Reasons to go to Dragon Con
- Dragon Con is Atlanta’s ultimate pop culture party. Think sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, comics, art, music, and film—all packed into one epic Labor Day weekend.
- Dragon Con has a big heart. The annual Dragon Con Charity Auction raises money for good causes, so your fandom can give back, too.
- It is a huge event. It is held in five host hotels in downtown Atlanta, including: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta Hilton, Sheraton Atlanta, Atlanta Marriott Marquis and the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel.
Things To Do at Dragon Con
- Meet the legends and discover the next big thing—brands, creators, and vendors from every corner of geekdom will be there.
- It’s not just shopping (though there’s plenty of that!)—you can level up your skills with workshops on everything from acting and writing to Tai Chi and belly dancing.
- Don’t miss the iconic parade, dazzling art show, epic gaming sessions, and so many more events happening all weekend long.
- There is plenty to see and do before, during and after Dragon Con.
Know before you go
When does Dragon Con take place?
Dragon Con takes place annually on Labor Day weekend.
What are the hours for the Dragon Con convention?
The Dragon Con convention opens at 5 p.m. on Thursday and runs around the clock until 5 p.m. on Monday.
When does the Dragon Con Parade take place?
The Dragon Con Parade takes place on Saturday at 10 a.m. on Peachtree Street in downtown Atlanta.
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