OLPL Fan Fest

Saturday, May 9, 2026; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Join us for an all-ages celebration of pop culture and free comic books! 

See the schedule below for a full list of planned activities.

Welcome Table 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Lobby

Start your day by checking in to receive a free welcome bag.*

Free Comic Table 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Lobby

Pick up a free comic book provided by Blerd’s Underground.*

Raffle Entry 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Lobby

Enter our raffle for the chance to win a terrific prize!

Scavenger Hunt 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Lobby

Find ‘em all and turn in your Scavenger Hunt sheet at the Free Comic Book Table for a prize!*

Miniature Magnet Painting 10 a.m.-noon; 1st Floor Encore Room

Paint a miniature painting on a tiny canvas you can hang as a magnet!*

Pokéball Designer & More! 10 a.m.-noon; 1st Floor Youth Services Program Room

Make a Pokéball from a paper plate, then try another of our many paper crafts!

Outdoor Activities 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Drive-up (Outside)

Partake in chalk art, bubbles, hula hoops, cornhole and an obstacle course!

Exhibit Hall 10 a.m.-noon & 1-3 p.m.; Basement Meeting Rooms A/B/C

Check out local artists, creators, writers and vendors!

Pop Culture Trivia 10 a.m.-noon & 1-3 p.m.; Basement Mary Nelson Room

Drop in and put your knowledge to the test with Amanda from Trivia on Tap.

Life-Sized Pokémon Battles 10-11 a.m. & 2-3 p.m.; 2nd Floor Window Bay

Pick your Pokémon and play out a duel in real life!

Photobooth 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2nd Floor Near Quiet Study Room

Take a photo with standees of your favorite characters! Photos will be posted to OLPL’s Facebook Page after the event.

Cosplay Contest Sign-Up 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2nd Floor Near Quiet Study Room

Enter our Youth, Young Adult or Adult Cosplay Contests here! We’ll take a picture of your cosplay at our photobooth and announce the winner on OLPL’s Facebook page after the event.

Cosplay Guests 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2nd Floor Near Quiet Study Room

Get expert advice on creating props and designing costumes from our Cosplay Guests.

Tabletop Games 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 2nd Floor Quiet Study Room

An assortment of board and card games will be available to play all day long!

Video Game Lounge 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Teen Room

Play Switch and Wii games with other gamers!

The Art of Origami 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 2nd Floor Book Nook

Learn the art of paper folding from Ty Yamamoto with the Japanese Culture Center.

Balloon Show 11 a.m.-noon; 1st Floor Youth Services Play Area

Dale Obrochta presents the Art of Inflation, a balloon show for kids and families.

Community Art Jam 10-11 a.m.; 2nd Floor Window Bay

Make your mark on our shared masterpiece, led by artist Justin Castaneda.

Teen & Adult Trading Card Swap 11 a.m.-noon.; 2nd Floor Quiet Study Room

Bring in your cards for trades or just to show off!

Casual Super Smash Bros. Tournament 11 a.m.-noon; Teen Room

Play for fun in this casual tournament!

Who’s That Pokémon? 1-2 p.m.; Basement Mary Nelson Room

Can you name the Pokémon just from their silhouettes?

Nintendo DS Meetup noon-1 p.m.; 2nd Floor Window Bay

Bring your DS to battle or trade with other players.

Pokémon Planter Painting 1-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Encore Room

Paint a mini flower pot and take home seeds to grow!*

Potato Pokémon & More! 1-3 p.m.; 1st Floor Youth Services Program Room

Make your own Pokémon from a potato outline, then try another of our many paper crafts!

Karaoke 1-2 p.m.; 2nd Floor Window Bay

Let out your inner Jigglypuff and sing your heart out to a selection of fan favorite songs!

Pokémon Kids Club 1-2 p.m.; 2nd Floor Quiet Study Room

Meet other trainers, trade and battle with your cards, and have fun!

Pro Super Smash Bros. Tournament 1-2 p.m.; Teen Room

Prove that you’re the very best like no one ever was. Experienced players can sign up before this program in the Teen Room.

Pokémon GO Meetup 2-3 p.m.; Drive-up (Outside)

Meet other players, exchange friend codes, battle, or trade!+

* While supplies last

+ Weather permitting