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PlayCon Gaming and Comic Convention Returns to Largo

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Harvey WaldenCommunity Member
5 days ago

PlayCon Gaming and Comic Convention returns to the Central Park Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 11, 2026! PlayCon is a must-attend event for long-time fans or those just discovering the world of comics and gaming. Attendees can participate in gaming competitions, sit in on panels, vote on cosplay contests, and shop a diverse lineup of vendors showcasing everything from comic books and artwork to toys and collectibles. Additionally, guests can get an inside look at CPPAC’s recently renovated Tonne Playhouse, including updated seating, acoustics, lighting, and design enhancements that will elevate the theatre experience for years to come.  BUY TICKETSAbout Playcon 

PlayCon Gaming and Comic Convention returns to the Central Park Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 11, 2026! PlayCon is a must-attend event for long-time fans or those just discovering the world of comics and gaming. Attendees can participate in gaming competitions, sit in on panels, vote on cosplay contests, and shop a diverse lineup of vendors showcasing everything from comic books and artwork to toys and collectibles. Additionally, guests can get an inside look at CPPAC’s recently renovated Tonne Playhouse, including updated seating, acoustics, lighting, and design enhancements that will elevate the theatre experience for years to come.  BUY TICKETSAbout Playcon  PlayCon Gaming and Comic Convention is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the diverse and vibrant world of gaming, comics, and nerd culture. PlayCon brings together enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy gaming competitions, panels, cosplay contests, and a wide range of vendors showcasing the latest and greatest in toys, collectibles, artwork, apparel, comic books, and games.  Tickets are available for $10, plus applicable fees. Children ages 5 and under may enter for free. For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit PlayLargo.com/PlayCon. About the Central Park Performing Arts Center Owned and operated by the City of Largo, the Central Park Performing Arts Center provides the Tampa Bay region a quality, affordable entertainment venue that also serves as a welcoming gathering place for the community. Its recently fully renovated state-of-the-art theater, the Tonne Playhouse, is fully equipped with professional sound and lighting systems with auditorium space that can be arranged in Reserved Theater, Festival, and Cabaret styles. The Parkview Room, our signature rental space, is a multi-functional banquet hall with a catering kitchen-ideal for a wide variety of events, including receptions, meetings, and expos. Just outside the Parkview Room is the Parkview Terrace, an outdoor paver terrace that can be used for a wedding ceremony or cocktail hour. Also, on the property is the Historic Largo Feed Store, a beautifully restored early 1900s building perfect for small to medium-sized events.     For more information on tickets and events, visit LargoArts.com or call (727)587-6793.     For more information on venue rental or to schedule a tour, call (727)587-6751. 

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