ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — It’s that time of year again to break out your cosplay. MegaCon 2023 returns to Orlando this week.

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Here are 9 things to know to help plan your trip.

-MegaCon runs Thursday through Sunday at the Orange County Convention Center. See the floorplan here.

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-Many single-day tickets are still available, but some are sold out including youth tickets for Saturday and Sunday and family tickets for Saturday. Four-day passes and VIP packages are also sold out. Click here to purchase tickets.

-For those attending, it’ll be a fun-filled weekend with contests, photoshoots, games and more. See the full MegaCon schedule here.

-This year’s MegaCon will be a star-studded affair with dozens of big names from your favorite movies, TV shows and video games. Among them: Hayden Christensen, Rosario Dawson, Zachary Levi, Christina Ricci, Neve Campbell and more. See the full lineup here.

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-Not only can you meet the starts, but you can also take photos with them. Photo ops are available to purchase with individuals or some groups, including the cast of the original “Scream.” Click here to purchase photo ops ahead of time.

-Autograph opportunities are also available with many of the guests. Prices vary depending on the guest. Click here to purchase.

-If you’re driving yourself and not relying on public transportation or ride share apps, considering buying your parking spot ahead of time. Click here to secure your spot now.

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-If you plan to attend MegaCon, you may want to download the official MegaCon app available for iOS and Android, to plan out your trip including panels, photo ops, workshops and more.

-No MegaCon is complete without cosplay. In fact, it’s expected. Before you get your gear ready, read about the costume policy here.

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