Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026 Celebrates 40 Years of ‘Aliens’ With Massive Cast Reunion
Sci-fi and gaming fans, brace yourselves. Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026 is landing in Australia later this year, and it is bringing an out-of-this-world celebration with it. To mark the milestone 40th anniversary of James Cameron’s 1986 cinematic masterpiece, Aliens, the convention is assembling an incredible lineup of the United States Colonial Marines.
Whether you are a die-hard fan of the franchise or a lover of pop culture, this is an event you cannot afford to miss. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming dates, locations, and the star-studded guest list.
Supanova 2026 Dates and Locations
The convention will take over two major Australian cities across back-to-back weekends:
- Adelaide: October 30 – November 1, 2026, at the Adelaide Showground.
- Brisbane: November 6–8, 2026, at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Meet the ‘Aliens’ Cast Reunion Lineup
Supanova is rolling out the red carpet for a deep squad of the Colonial Marines, alongside the terrifying creature itself. Fans will have the chance to meet the stars, grab autographs, and take professional photo-ops.
The confirmed Aliens lineup includes:
- Jenette Goldstein (Private Vasquez)
- Mark Rolston (Private Drake)
- Daniel Kash (Private Spunkmeyer)
- Cynthia Dale Scott (Corporal Dietrich)
- Carl Toop (The Xenomorph Alien Warrior suit performer)
- Ricco Ross (Private Frost) – Please note: Ricco Ross is a Brisbane Exclusive guest and will only appear at the Brisbane event.
What Else is Happening at Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026?
While the Aliens reunion is a massive drawcard, the convention floor will be packed with entertainment for all fandoms. The broader 2026 guest list features heavy hitters like Elijah Wood and Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings), Alan Tudyk (Firefly), and Christopher Lambert (Highlander).
Attendees can also look forward to:
- The Friday “Level Up” Program: Opening Fridays will focus heavily on technology, gaming industries, coding, and creative arts education.
- The Exhibition Floor: Hundreds of vendors selling rare collectibles, comic books, and merchandise.
- Artist Alley: A hub to meet local independent illustrators, authors, and crafters.
- Cosplay Competitions: Witness the best costume designers in the country battle it out on stage.
How to Book Admission Tickets
Admission passes for both the Adelaide and Brisbane weekends are officially on sale now. To ensure you don’t miss out, head over to the official Supanova website or their ticketing partner, Leap Event Technology, to lock in your tickets. Keep an eye out for autograph and photo token releases, which will go on sale closer to the event dates.
Official Announcement Links
- The Main Press Release: You can track the full write-up on the Supanova Aliens News Portal Page.
- Social Media Launch: The announcement went live on the official @SupanovaExpo Instagram Announcement Post and the Supanova Expo Facebook Community Page.
- Ticket Allocations: Direct links to purchase admission can be found on the Supanova Brisbane Leap Event Portal and Supanova Adelaide Leap Event Portal.
Are you planning to attend the event this year? Let us know in the comments below which Aliens cast member you are most excited to meet!
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