The Pop Culture Expo

Schedule

Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Elks Lodge 532 Wilmington, North Carolina | Wilmington, NC

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THE POP CULTURE EXPO IS BACK!
And it's a TWO DAY EVENT!
When:
Saturday, May 30th | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
​Sunday, May 31st | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
​Where: Elk's Lodge, 5102 Oleander Dr. Wilmington, NC
Food Trucks:
Saturday - Fly'N Phil'e - 11a to 4p
Sunday - A&M Red Food Truck - 11a-3p

Admission: Only $5 at the door!
Cash, card, Venmo & presale tickets are accepted.
​Family Friendly: Kids 12 & Under get in FREE.

Why You Should Attend:
​Experience the local pop culture scene in the heart of Wilmington. You can browse unique vendors, hunt for that missing issue or figure for your collection and meet fellow enthusiasts.
​Pro-Tip: Pre-sale tickets are available now! Secure your spot early to avoid the lines and get straight to the action!
*Due to safety, rolling carts are not allowed. Strollers for children are an exception.
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Whether you’re a serious collector hunting for a "holy grail" or a casual fan looking for a nostalgia fix, the vendor floor at The Pop Culture Expo is where the magic happens. We’ve curated a wide variety of dealers and enthusiasts to ensure there’s something for every corner of fandom.
​Get ready to dig through crates & boxes and browse wall-to-wall displays of:
*​Comics & Graphic Novels: From Golden Age classics to the latest modern variants.

*Toys & Action Figures: Vintage G.I. Joe and Transformers alongside the latest NECA and Marvel Legends.

*Pokemon & Magic: The Gathering: Multiple vendors selling, trading and buying! Bring your binders and all those extra cards you no longer need.

*Gaming: Retro video games, consoles, and accessories to level up your collection.

*Sports & Wrestling: Wrestling memorabilia, action figures and sports cards

*Vinyl Records: Browse through a curated collection of music from all decades!
BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE!
​Beyond the big names, you'll find local art and comic book artists, handcrafted geeky goods, and hidden treasures you won't find anywhere else in Wilmington!
This is an event you won't want to miss!
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Where is it happening?

Elks Lodge 532 Wilmington, North Carolina, 5102 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403-7017, United States

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