Orland Park Public Library Presents OPPLcon Fan Fest

Orland Park Public Library (OPPL) is thrilled to announce OPPLcon Fan Fest, an annual event celebrating pop culture for ALL AGES. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 21, starting at 10 a.m. at Orland Park Public Library located at 14921 S. Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, Illinois, 60462.

This year’s theme, "Nightmare Before OPPLcon Fan Fest," draws inspiration from the beloved Disney movie The Nightmare Before Christmas. Just as in the movie, the library will transform into different worlds, allowing patrons to explore various fandoms in a festive and immersive setting. From the enchanting realm of Disney to the thrilling adventures of Marvel, Star Wars, Mario, and Pokémon, attendees will find themselves in a pop culture wonderland.

The event has been meticulously planned by Vanessa Melody, the librarian behind this imaginative extravaganza. Melody expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “We are excited to be combining the spooky season, the beloved Disney movie Nightmare before Christmas, and our celebration of pop culture into one exciting day. The events we are looking forward to the most are our Oogie Boogie Dance Party, Teen Super Smash Bros Tournament, and Adult Pop Culture Trivia.”

OPPLcon Fan Fest promises an array of engaging activities for fans of all ages. Attendees can participate in the Oogie Boogie Dance Party, showcase their gaming skills in the Teen Super Smash Bros Tournament, shop the Arists’ Alley, enter to win prizes, and test their knowledge in the Adult Pop Culture Trivia contest. In addition to these events, there will be games and crafts providing an immersive experience for all attendees. Teen volunteers are even designing a tape maze for kids to try.

Library staff encourages attendees to come dressed as their favorite characters from movies, video games, or comics, adding to the festive atmosphere of the event. Families, friends, and fans are all welcome to join the fun at OPPLcon Fan Fest.

OPPLcon Fan Fest is a testament to Orland Park Public Library’s commitment to fostering a sense of community and celebration of diverse interests. The event promises a day of fun, excitement, and shared enthusiasm for all things pop culture.

For more information about OPPLcon Fan Fest and other events at Orland Park Public Library, please visit https://www.orlandparklibrary.org/comiccon/.

About Orland Park Public Library

Orland Park Public Library (OPPL) is a vibrant community hub offering a wide range of resources, programs, and services to inspire, inform, and empower patrons. Committed to fostering a love for learning and reading, OPPL provides a welcoming space for individuals of all ages to explore, discover, and connect.

OPPLcon Fan Fest Sponsors:

Zenescope Entertainment

Penguin Random House

Mad Cave Studios

Silver Sprocket

Udon

Barnes and Noble

Cards Against Humanity

Artists’ Alley Artists:

Aneta Szczerba

Olivia Villasenor

Satrun Twins, Catherine and Sarah Satrun

Bree Strom (Blake's Nerdy Jewels and Charms)

Jessica Trudeau (Whimsical WANDerings)

Sanzaki Kojika

Steph Stanga

Michelle Nee

Randy Hogan

Shannah - Pleasant Pigeon Designs

Samantha Reynolds (Titan's Dawn)

Zach Zollars

Matt Secrist

Addie Afable

Mystery Unincorporated

Troy Kimble

Z Jeffries

Myah Bawadi

Shadow Von Cat