Hasbro announces ‘HasCon’ fan convention this fall
PAWTUCKET – Hasbro, Inc. officially opened ticket sales this week for the first-ever HasCon event, which will take place in Providence at the Rhode Island Convention Center and Dunkin’ Donuts Center from September 810.
Hasbro fans and families from around the globe can purchase single day tickets or three-day tickets for the convention, with VIP packages available for super-fans and the most enthusiastic collectors.
Hasbro also revealed the first round of talent appearances, panels and brand experiences set to take place during HasCon 2017.
Appearances and meet & greets will be available with some of the biggest names from Hasbro, including Dude Perfect, Lorenzo Di Bonaventura (Producer of all the Transformers films, as well as G.I. Joe) Stan Lee (Marvel Comics Legend); Peter Cullen and Frank Welker ( original Transformers voice actors); Andrea Libman and Cathy Weseluck (voice talent of My Little Pony: The Movie), “Chewbacca Mom” Candace Payne and more.
This event will bring Hasbro’s iconic brands to life, including Transformers, My Little Pony, Nerf, Magic: The Gathering, Monopoly and G.I. Joe, the compnay said in a statement.
Fans will get a peek behind the Hasbro curtain during the three days filled with exciting first-look previews and panels from Hasbro’s biggest television and movie series.
Attendees will be immersed in hands-on, interactive experiences with oversized games such as Pie Face and Toilet Trouble, and photo opportunities with Sesame Street costumed characters.
Fans will be able to take photos with props from Hasbro’s movies and step into a custom-built Nerf battle arena. HasCon will also host Magic: The Gathering gameplay featuring an exclusive preview of the upcoming Iconic Masters card set. Youth fans, ages 3-15, have the opportunity to audition for Hasbro commercials and voice talent on our animated series. Fans also can purchase exclusive Hasbro toys and merchandise including new Transformers products.
In addition, there will be activities inspired by several iconic Disney properties, including Disney Princess, Frozen, Elena of Avalor, Moana and Descendants 2, as well as Star Wars and Marvel’s Avengers, Spider- Man and Guardians of the Galaxy. From movie props and costumes on display, to hands-on fun through art tutorials and more, these areas will be can’t-miss destinations during the show.
“Hasbro constantly strives for new ways to bring our storytelling to life and offer fans greater access to our brands, and HasCon is designed to bring attendees closer to Hasbro’s biggest properties than ever before,” said John Frascotti, president of Hasbro. “We are assembling the ultimate fan celebration, with three days of marquee talent, interactive activities, immersive experiences, game events, panel discussions, VIP events and much more. We’re set to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans and families alike.”
HasCon tickets are on-sale now. Single day tickets are available for $30 for youth (ages 3-15) and $60 for adults (ages 16+). Three-Day tickets range from $75 for youth (ages 3-15) to $165 for adults (ages 16+). To purchase tickets and stay up to date on all the latest information on HasCon 2017, please visit