Wondercon 2026 Brings Star Wars Fun to Anaheim

Annual pop culture convention features panels, cosplay, and more for a galaxy far, far away.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:04pm

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WonderCon 2026, held March 27-29 in Anaheim, California, offered a variety of Star Wars-themed events and activities for fans, including panels on practical effects, droid building, and ship naming, as well as cosplay, trivia, and opportunities to visit the nearby Disneyland Resort and Galaxy's Edge.

Why it matters

As one of the largest fan conventions on the West Coast, WonderCon provides a platform for Star Wars enthusiasts to connect, learn, and celebrate their passion for the franchise. The convention's proximity to Disneyland also allows attendees to fully immerse themselves in the Star Wars universe.

The details

WonderCon featured several Star Wars-focused panels, including 'Star Wars: Inside the Creatures, Droids, and Puppetry,' 'How to Build a Droid 101,' and 'Cosmic Call Signs' about spacecraft naming. Cosplay was on full display, with an official Star Wars photoshoot attracting impressive costumes. Fans also had the chance to play a Star Tours-themed variant of the Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game and attend a Star Wars trivia party hosted by the Skywalking Network. Additionally, voice actor Jim Cummings, known for voicing characters like Hondo Ohnaka, charmed attendees with behind-the-scenes stories.

  • WonderCon 2026 took place from March 27-29, 2026.
  • WonderCon 2027 is scheduled for March 26-28, 2027, the weekend immediately before Star Wars Celebration.

The players

Ashley Eckstein

Hosted the Masquerade, a parade of amazing Star Wars cosplay.

Claudia Gray

Author who had a spotlight panel at the convention.

Liana Kangas

Comic artist who had a spotlight panel at the convention.

Craig Miller

Director of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm from 1977-1980, who gave a panel on the early days of Star Wars and fandom.

Jim Cummings

Voice actor known for voicing characters like Hondo Ohnaka, who charmed attendees with behind-the-scenes stories.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a kid from Ohio and now I'm in Disneyland!”

— Jim Cummings, Voice Actor

“There's a change.org petition to make Jim a Disney Legend.”

— Jim Cummings' Wife

What’s next

With WonderCon 2027 scheduled for the weekend immediately before Star Wars Celebration, it's likely that there will be special events and activities at Galaxy's Edge and potentially even collaborations with the local sports teams, the Anaheim Angels and Los Angeles Dodgers, to celebrate the occasion.

The takeaway

WonderCon continues to be a must-attend event for Star Wars fans, offering a unique blend of panels, cosplay, gaming, and opportunities to connect with the wider community. The convention's proximity to Disneyland and Galaxy's Edge only enhances the overall experience, allowing attendees to fully immerse themselves in the Star Wars universe.