St. Joseph Civic Arena · May 2–3, 2026
All Ages Welcome
Kids 12 & Under Free
VIP Experiences Available
Event Details
Your Ultimate Weekend
General Admission11 AM – 5 PM · Saturday & Sunday
VIP Early Entrance10:00 AM · Saturday & Sunday
Resident Evil ExperienceSaturday @ 4:00 PM · VIP Only
TMNT ExperienceSaturday @ 6:45 PM · VIP Only · Trail Theatre
Whether you're an OG arcade warrior, a cosplay queen, or just here for the vibes — Saint Joseph Retro Con is your ultimate fan-fueled weekend. Power up your fandom and rewind the clock.
Exclusive Access
VIP Packages
VIP Only · Saturday 6:45 PM
TMNT Experience
Pizza party, screening of TMNT II: Secret of the Ooze, live Q&A with cast, selfie opportunities, and a commemorative photo included. At Trail Theatre.
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VIP Only · Saturday 4:00 PM
Resident Evil Experience
Step into the world of the original Resident Evil. Live Q&A with cast members, selfie opportunities, interactive breakout experience, and an exclusive photo op.
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Best Value
Ultimate VIP Package
The full experience — early entry, both the TMNT and Resident Evil experiences, plus exclusive perks. Don't miss out, VIP passes sell out fast.
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Meet the Stars
Fan favorites from across the retro universe — TMNT, Resident Evil, voice acting legends, and more. Follow our socials so you don't miss a single announcement.
Robbie Rist
Michelangelo · TMNT
Kevin Clash
Original Voice of Elmo
James Saito
Shredder · TMNT
Paige Turco
April O'Neil · TMNT
Ernie Reyes Jr.
Donatello · TMNT
Ricco Fajardo
Voice Actor · Anime
Charles Moissant
Resident Evil Cast
Paul Niemeyer
Original Mortal Kombat Artist
Eric P.
Resident Evil Cast
Resident Evil Cast
Special Guest
Charlie K.
Resident Evil Cast
Whiskey Biz
Special Guest
Mavey Wavie
Special Guest
Fandemonium
Special Guest
Cherri
Special Guest
Dan Rathmann
Comedian
Samantha Newark
Voice of Jem · Jem and the Holograms
Tom Cook
Animator · DC & Hanna-Barbera
Last Year's Highlights
The Vibes
Got Questions?
FAQ
Can I cosplay?
Please do! Just follow our cosplay & prop guidelines — they'll be posted closer to the event. The more creative, the better.
What are the convention hours?
General admission runs 11 AM – 5 PM both Saturday and Sunday. VIP early entry starts at 10:00 AM. VIP experiences have their own times — see the event details above.
Is this an all-ages event?
Absolutely. The main floor is completely family-friendly. Some panels may be marked for mature audiences. Children 12 and under are free.
Where do I get tickets?
Right here on our site — hit the Get Tickets button to purchase through Eventbrite. Beware of scammers — the ONLY official ticket source is the Eventbrite link on this site.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes, if we're not sold out. VIP passes almost always sell out early, so grab those online as soon as they're available.
How do I get involved?
We're still accepting vendor, volunteer, and panel applications. Use the application links on this page or email us directly.