⚡ This Weekend · May 2–3, 2026 · St. Joseph Civic Arena
All Ages Welcome
Kids 12 & Under Free
Tickets Available at the Door
Sat May 2 & Sun May 3
Doors Open: 11 AM · VIP 10 AM
St. Joseph Civic Arena · 701 N 4th St, St. Joseph MO
Parking: Free lots adjacent to the arena
Cosplay welcome · Props subject to check
📅Sat May 2 & Sun May 3
🚪Doors: GA 11 AM · VIP 10 AM
📍St. Joseph Civic Arena · 701 N 4th St
🚘Parking: Free lots adjacent to arena
🎫Cosplay welcome · Props subject to check
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.
Cosplay & Props
Cosplay encouraged · Prop weapons subject to inspection at the door
Tickets at the Door
GA available while supply lasts · VIP may be sold out — check online first
Parking
Free parking in lots adjacent to the St. Joseph Civic Arena
Family Friendly
All ages welcome · Kids 12 & under free · Family Cosplay Showcase on Sunday
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.
Robbie Rist
Michelangelo · TMNT
Kevin Clash
Original Voice of Elmo
James Saito
Shredder · TMNT
Paige Turco
April O’Neil · TMNT
Ernie Reyes Jr.
Donatello & Keno · TMNT
Ricco Fajardo
Voice Actor · Anime
Charles Moissant
Resident Evil Cast
Paul Niemeyer
Original Mortal Kombat Artist
Eric Pirius
Resident Evil Cast
Greg Smith
Resident Evil Cast
Charlie Kraslavsky
Resident Evil Cast
Whiskey Biz
Special Guest
Samantha Newark
Voice of Jem · Jem and the Holograms
Tom Cook
Animator · DC & Hanna-Barbera
Dayton Ward & Kevin Dilmore
Authors
Our Community
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Last Year’s Highlights
The Vibes
Got Questions?
FAQ
Can I cosplay?
Absolutely — cosplay is encouraged! Prop weapons and realistic-looking props are subject to inspection at the door. Check the Cosplay page for full guidelines.
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?
Through Eventbrite using the Get Tickets button on this page. Beware of scammers — the ONLY official ticket source is the Eventbrite link on this site.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Yes — general admission will be available at the door while supply lasts. VIP packages may be sold out so check Eventbrite before you arrive if you want VIP access.
Where do I park?
Free parking is available in the lots adjacent to the St. Joseph Civic Arena at 701 N 4th St. Additional street parking is available nearby.