{"product_id":"indianapolis-in-september-18-20th-2026","title":"Indianapolis, IN: September 18-20th, 2026","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cRdrR1G7KvY\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTHE AMAZING ART EXPO AT \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eINDIANAPOLIS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWelcome to the Free Pop Culture Art \u0026amp; Cosplay Expo at the Amazing Art Expo for 3 days filled with all things Anime, Disney, Star Wars, Superheroes, Horror, Alice in Wonderland Art \u0026amp; Cosplay. \u003cstrong\u003eMeet the voices behind some of your favorite characters! \u003c\/strong\u003eGet ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and fandom. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious, this expo is perfect for anyone looking to have a blast. Don't miss out on this exciting event \u0026amp; it's... FREE!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e Admission! \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTICKETS ARE EMAILED TO YOU \u0026amp; GOOD FOR ALL 3 DAYS. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFREE 9\"x12\" Prints by tagging someone on Instagram or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1C1pyjncYn\/\"\u003eSHARING\u003c\/a\u003e this event on your Facebook Timeline. Get another free print by liking and following our Instagram \u0026amp; Facebook page at amazingartexpo. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1C1pyjncYn\/\"\u003eCLICK HERE \u003c\/a\u003efor Facebook Event to Share. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e Cosplay Contest on Saturday \u0026amp; Sunday (cosplaying is optional at this event). See FAQ below for details. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOPTIONAL VIP TICKET GETS YOU:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ Complimentary 12\"x16\" Premium VIP Print of your choice (Valued at $40)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ 1 Hour Early Access (All 3 Days)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ Receive up to 3 premium prints per ticket by attending all three days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Minors may accompany a parent without needing a VIP ticket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTickets Good For All 3 Days! September 18-20, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friday 6-9 pm (VIPs may enter at 5:00 pm), Sat \u0026amp; Sunday 12-6 pm (VIPs may enter at 11 am).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHilton Indianapolis:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 W Market St, Indianapolis, IN 46204\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBallroom Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monument Hall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0px;\"\u003eSPECIAL GUESTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mascertified.com\/\"\u003eMAS Authentication\u003c\/a\u003e will be on-site authenticating autographs. You can bring your own signed merchandise as well. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0898571\/\"\u003eAlex Vincent\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eactor best known for his role in Child’s Play (1988) as Andy Barclay. He reprised the part in Child’s Play 2 (1990) and later returned in Curse of Chucky (2013), Cult of Chucky (2017), and the Syfy\/USA Network series Chucky (2021–2024). \u003cstrong\u003e~Signing All 3 Days!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0065942\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIrene Bedard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e actor best known for voicing Disney's Pocahontas, which she has most recently reprised in Wreck it Ralph 2. She can currently be seen in HBO’s Westworld, Netflix Original series Longmire, Stephen King’s series The Mist for Spike TV, \u0026amp; the 444th President of the United States in the Ava Duvernay directed Jay Z Beyonce collaboration. \u003cstrong\u003e~Signing All 3 Days!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0491090\/\"\u003eAshley Laurence\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e best known for her role as Kirsty Cotton in Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser II. She is also an artist who has never been contained by any one medium or genre. \u003cstrong\u003e~Signing \u0026amp; embellishing all 3 days!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURING THE ART OF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eANIME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWIZARDRY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOKEMON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGAME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHORROR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDISNEY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALICE IN WONDERLAND\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTAR WARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSUPERHEROES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDDLE EARTH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePARODY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOLLECTIBLES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY ARE THERE 2 DIFFERENT VIP TICKET OPTIONS? \u003c\/strong\u003eVIP Tickets are \u003cstrong\u003eOPTIONAL \u003c\/strong\u003eas admission to the event is free. Tickets are good for all 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1)\u003cstrong\u003e VIP TICKET FOR $15\u003c\/strong\u003e gets you 1 free premium VIP print of your choice (valued at $40) for each day that you attend the event (maximum 3 premium prints for attending all 3 days: valued at $120). There are typically about 50-60 VIP print options to choose from ranging from all fandoms listed above. These same premium prints are sold at the event for $40. You also receive 1 hr early admission to the event before the doors open to the general public allowing you to skip the lines \u0026amp; meet the voice actors\/artist \u0026amp; see the art first without the crowds. Lastly you will receive two of the 9\"x12\" prints of your choice (these are in addition to the prints you receive for sharing the event on social media). Minors under the age of 18 may accompany a parent to the early entry without needing a VIP ticket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(2) AMAZING VIP TICKET FOR $30\u003c\/strong\u003e gets you\u003cstrong\u003e ALL\u003c\/strong\u003e the perks of the $15 VIP ticket plus 1 additional 12\"x16\" premium \u003cstrong\u003echaracter\u003c\/strong\u003e print which includes several options of all the featured actor's characters. These character prints are \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e offered as options for the $15 VIP print. Amazing VIP Ticket Holders are limited to 1 character print per ticket and cannot redeem an additional character print if attending multiple days. However, you will still receive an additional VIP (non-character) print for each additional day of attendance. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: special guest actor autographs are NOT included in these VIP options \u0026amp; instead are purchased separately at the actor's booth. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE DO I PARK:\u003c\/strong\u003e There are many parking lots nearby such as the Market Tower Garage right by the hotel with weekend rates of $2 per hour. Event self parking at the hotel is $25! You can also reserve a parking spot on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spothero.com\/city\/indianapolis-parking\"\u003eSpothero\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLink to Market Tower Garage: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/denisonparking.com\/139-n-illinois\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/denisonparking.com\/139-n-illinois\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY ARE THERE MULTIPLE EVENTS DISPLAYING A SIMILAR EVENT WITH THE SAME DATES AND LOCATION? \u003c\/strong\u003eThese are all the same event! We are limited in the amount of characters we can type in an event title. Since our event encompasses: Anime, Game, Horror, Marvel, Disney, Star Wars, Alice in Wonderland, this is simply too long to put into an event title. To make it easier and in order to reach fans of each theme, we have created separate events for these themes but keep in mind, it is all the same event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS EVENT SEEMS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE. HOW DO I KNOW THIS IS A LEGITIMATE EVENT? \u003c\/strong\u003eWe encourage you to Google us at \"amazing art expo\" where you will see many updates, reviews, etc. We have over 64,000 followers on Facebook, 44,000 on Instagram and have been in business since 2016. We have hosted over 100 events during that time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THIS EVENT COMPLETELY FREE?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, everyone is free to attend and no purchase is necessary. Autographs and paint embellishments by the artist are free. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW DO I GET AN AUTOGRAPH FROM THE VOICE ACTORS?\u003c\/strong\u003e Autographs may be purchased at the event (voice actor's booth) using cash, credit card or Apple Pay. \u003cstrong\u003eLast Call for Voice Actor Autographs is Sunday at 4:30 pm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThere will be other options as well to upgrade your signature to include larger prints, Funkos, swords, statues, quotes\/doodles, voice\/video recording, selfies, etc. Those prices will be determined at the event itself. You may bring to the event your own product(s) to be signed including print(s), Funkos, swords, etc. Remember, this is also a pop culture art expo and there will be lots of super cool prints relevant to the voice actor available to purchase at the event. We encourage you to take a look at the art show first before getting in line with the voice actors. If you plan to purchase autographs, we recommend you also purchase a VIP ticket since it allows you 1 hour early access to the voice actors before the doors open to the public, at which time the lines can get lengthy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARE KIDS ALLOWED?\u003c\/strong\u003e This event is 100% Kid \u0026amp; Stroller Friendly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARE YOU ACCEPTING VENDORS OR ARTISTS FOR THIS EVENT? \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are no longer accepting any vendors for this event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THERE ANY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (A.I.) ART AT THIS EVENT?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely NOT! All our art sold on our website and featured at our show was created by human hands and all made in the USA. We do not believe A.I. art is actually art and we stay firm with that decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS PHOTOGRAPHY ALLOWED?\u003c\/strong\u003e You are welcome to photograph cosplayers and the overall event— both are encouraged to share with friends. However, due to encounters of theft, attempts in converting the art via A.I. and\/or unauthorized reproduction (bootlegging) of the artwork, our artists request no photography of the art itself please. Out of respect for the artists, this rule is strictly enforced. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO I HAVE TO COSPLAY TO ATTEND THE EVENT?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Cosplaying is completely voluntary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES FOR THE COSPLAY CONTEST?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCosplay Contests will take place approximately 3-4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. All Monsters, princesses, princes, superheroes, Jedi, wizards, witches and even muggles of all ages are encouraged to attend and will be introduced to the audience as their character name. Cosplayers who meet the following criteria listed below will qualify for the Cosplay Contest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1st PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $100 Gift Certificate for the Amazing Art Expo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2nd PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $75 Gift Certificate for the Amazing Art Expo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3rd PLACE PRIZE: Receives a $50 Gift Certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll qualified cosplayers participating in the contest will receive a complimentary premium 12\"x16\" VIP print of their choice valued at $40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROFESSIONAL COSPLAYERS (INFLUENCERS)\u003c\/strong\u003e who have 50,000+ social media followers may qualify to receive a free display table to promote their brand(s) in exchange for coming to and promoting the event. Please email \u003ca href=\"mailto:john@amazingartexpo.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejohn@amazingartexpo.com\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.) \u003cstrong\u003eJUST SHOW UP\u003c\/strong\u003e: by 2 pm on the day of the cosplay contest. You do not need to check in! Rather, we will make several announcements before the contest to record names of all cosplayers and instructions as to how it will be run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.) \u003cstrong\u003eLIMITATIONS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll ages are applicable to win. Costumes should portray pop culture characters: Anime, Disney, Star Wars, Horror, Super Heroes, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Ninja Turtles, etc. Members of the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/501st.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e501st.com\u003c\/a\u003e and Furries are not eligible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.)\u003cstrong\u003e COSTUMES must be creative. \u003c\/strong\u003eOut of respect for the cosplayers who put hours into their costumes, simply wearing a  hat, shirt, sweatshirt, etc. does not qualify for the competition and this rule applies to children too. Just because your kids are cute, wearing Spiderman Pajamas or shirts will not qualify them to enter. Store bought costumes must be creative and are eligible to participate. However, 1st, 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd place winners must include costumes which are at least 40% hand made. Winners will be judged on their interaction with attendees and the creativity of their costumes including makeup and handmade materials, personality - especially pertaining to depicting your cosplay character, etc. Costumes should be tasteful and not be deemed offensive. The barest minimum of body coverage would be that of a bikini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.) \u003cstrong\u003eWEAPONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e All operational shooting weapons and\/or sharp objects are absolutely forbidden. Non-firing toy weapons are allowed. Act responsibly and use caution when carrying, yielding, displaying large props. Any simulation of props, such as light saber battles, may be allowed if granted permission beforehand by an Amazing Art Expo crew member and if conducted in an open area free of bystanders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.) \u003cstrong\u003ePHOTOS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlthough taking photos with guests is voluntary, cosplayers are not to charge guests for any photos. Photos should be taken in an open area so you are not blocking aisles or product displays. You are welcome to ask any Amazing Art Expo employee suggestions for such areas. In an effort to protect artist's works at the event, no photography of the artwork is allowed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6.) If the event includes a contest on Saturday and Sunday, contestants may participate both days but are not eligible to win more than once with the same costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.) There must be at least 12 participants in the Cosplay Contest with at least 3 qualifying participants in order for the contest to take place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have any questions regarding our guidelines, please email \u003ca href=\"mailto:john@amazingartexpo.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ejohn@amazingartexpo.com\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee you there!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amazing Art Expo","offers":[{"title":"Free Admission: Good for all 3 Days","offer_id":47347055165613,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$15 VIP Ticket: 1 hr early admission + Free 12\"x16\" Premium Print of Your Choice","offer_id":47347055198381,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0281\/8392\/0745\/files\/12_c7c0ca2b-86aa-4e2e-a0d0-f5e83a10b694.jpg?v=1787940310","url":"https:\/\/amazingartexpo.com\/products\/indianapolis-in-september-18-20th-2026","provider":"Amazing Art Expo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}