{"product_id":"richmond-va-june-19-21st-2026","title":"Richmond, VA: June 19-21st, 2026","description":"\u003ch3 data-key=\"319\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cRdrR1G7KvY\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTHE AMAZING ART EXPO AT RICHMOND, VA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-key=\"320\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\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, Marvel, Horror, Alice in Wonderland Art \u0026amp; Cosplay. \u003cstrong\u003eMeet anime voice actors Griffin Burns and Greg Chun— the voices behind some of your favorite characters in Demon Slayer, Genshin Impact, and more! Disney fans, meet Irene Bedard who voices Disney's Pocahontas! \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!\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE \u003c\/strong\u003eParking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\"x12\" Prints by tagging someone on Instagram or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1J4ba7esWz\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHARING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e this event on your Facebook Timeline. Get another free print by liking and following our Instagram \u0026amp; Facebook page at \u003cstrong\u003eamazingartexpo\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1J4ba7esWz\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor Facebook Event to Share\u003cstrong\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e Cosplay Contest on Saturday and 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- Minors may accompany a parent without needing a VIP ticket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTickets Good For All 3 Days! June 19-21, 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\u003eDoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Midlothian:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1021 Koger Center Blvd Richmond, VA 23235\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBallroom Name: \"Shenandoah Ballroom\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIAL GUESTS: \u003c\/strong\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\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0px;\"\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0065942\/\"\u003eIrene Bedard\u003c\/a\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0px;\"\u003ean 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e~Signing All 3 Days! Last call for autographs Sunday at 4:30 pm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm4232585\/\"\u003eGriffin Burns:\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebest known for his voice of the Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito in Demon Slayer. He is also known for voicing Akira Fudo in Devilman Crybaby, Tartaglia in Genshin Impact, and Doppio from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. \u003cstrong\u003e ~Signing All 3 Days! Last call for autographs Sunday at 4:30 pm. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm1601080\/\"\u003eGreg Chun:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e voice actor\/director and composer best known as the voice of Player 456 in the worldwide phenomenon Squid Game. Other notable voiceover roles include Muzan Kibutsuji in Demon Slayer, Garou in One Punch Man, Ike in Super Smash Bros, Kaname Date in AI: The Somnium Files, Yagami in Judgment, Nanba in Yakuza Like a Dragon, and Lt John Kang in Jon Hamm's animated comedy Grimsburg. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e~\u003c\/em\u003eSigning all 3 days! Last call for autographs Sunday at 4:30 pm. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seancarlsonart.com\/\"\u003eSean Carlson\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Born and raised in New York where he has been creating and studying art for his entire life. As a freelance artist Sean is self-taught in a wide variety of traditional mediums, ranging from charcoal, to colored pencils, to acrylic paint, sometimes all on the same piece. Through traveling the comic convention circuit for nearly a decade, his work is owned by some of the most famous names in the industry, including Tom Hiddleston, Oscar Issac, and much of the cast of the animated X-men series, including the voice of Wolverine, Cal Dodd. By keeping a wide array of influences, Sean’s work runs the gamut of many different styles; from photorealism, to expressive, to the entirely abstract, all in order to give the viewer a sense of something they have never seen before. Artist Sean Carlson will be signing all of his purchased artwork and will add original embellishments\/highlights to his purchased prints turning your print into a one-of-a-kind original at no additional charge. \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\u003eGAME\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHORROR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALICE IN WONDERLAND\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDISNEY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTAR WARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMARVEL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePARODY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOLLECTIBLES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOKÉMON\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\u003eHOW DO I GET MY FREE 9\"x12\" PRINT?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1J4ba7esWz\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e this event on any of your social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, X etc.) by \u003cstrong\u003eJune 20th\u003c\/strong\u003e. Get another free print by liking and following our Instagram or Facebook page at \u003cstrong\u003eamazingartexpo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Limit one free print per individual who shared on their own\/separate social media \u0026amp; per individual who follows Amazing Art Expo's Facebook or Instagram page. When you check in at the event, use your phone to show proof you shared the event in order to get your free print. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1J4ba7esWz\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLICK HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to share the event on Facebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHERE DO I PARK: \u003c\/strong\u003eSelf-parking at the hotel is \u003cstrong\u003eFREE!\u003c\/strong\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, DC, Disney, Star Wars, Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter \u0026amp; Lord of the Rings, 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 51,000 followers on Facebook, 21,000 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\u003eWHAT WILL THE ARTIST DO? \u003c\/strong\u003eThe artists will be signing and adding original hand embellishments\/highlights to all of their purchased canvasses turning them into one-of-a-kind originals at no charge. This adds $200 value to your canvas!\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, voice actors and the overall event and encouraged to share it 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 closeup photography of the art itself please. Out of respect for the artists, this rule is strictly enforced. All Amazing staff members would be happy to take a photo of the art for you in a manner where it cannot be reproduced so easily - just ask.\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: at least 1 hour before the scheduled contest! We will make an announcement 30 minutes 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\u003eAGE LIMITATIONS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll ages are applicable to win.\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, Tshirts will not qualify them to enter. Store bought costumes must be creative and are eligible to participate. However, 2st, 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd place winners must include costumes which are at least 50% 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\u003eAlthought 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.\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.) 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