Wonder Festival, one of the world’s largest conventions dedicated to figures, garage kits, and model artistry, will make its U.S. debut in May 2026 through a collaboration with Atlanta-based MomoCon. The event, officially titled “Wonder Festival at MomoCon,” will be staged at the Georgia World Congress Center from May 21–24, 2026, marking the first time the Japanese-originated festival has been held in North America.
Founded in 1985, Wonder Festival began as a platform for both professional and amateur creators to showcase and sell handmade model kits. Over four decades, it has grown into a global cultural hub, drawing more than 30,000 attendees in a single day at its flagship Tokyo events. In recent years, the festival has expanded internationally, with editions in Bangkok, Korea, and Shanghai. The Atlanta event represents the next step in this global outreach, aiming to connect Japanese and American creators and fans.
MomoCon, which celebrates its 21st anniversary in 2026, is one of the largest fan conventions in the United States, attracting over 60,000 unique attendees annually. Originating from a student-run anime and gaming club at the Georgia Institute of Technology, it has grown into a major pop culture gathering with a strong emphasis on community and independent exhibitors. Its scale—covering 65,000 square meters and generating more than $43 million in economic impact for Atlanta—makes it a strategic partner for Wonder Festival’s U.S. expansion.
The dedicated Wonder Festival Pavilion within MomoCon will span between approximately 49,500 square feet (4,600 square meters) and just over 100,000 square feet (9,300 square meters). Planned programming includes exhibitions from leading Japanese and international figure manufacturers, sales and showcases by garage kit creators, and exclusive cultural displays. Organizers emphasize that the collaboration will highlight shared values of creativity, craftsmanship, and fan-driven culture, while strengthening cross-cultural ties between Japan and the United States.
To learn more about MomoCon and Wonder Festival (English language), check out their respective link highlights on their names. Events for Gamers will be sure to keep tabs on this event collaboration as the event date approaches!
