Live Stage Events & Competitions
Experience the excitement of the Toronto Game Expo stage all weekend long! From interactive panels and gaming discussions to community spotlights, live trivia, special guests, and our fan-favourite Cosplay Stars competition, there’s always something happening on stage.
Be sure to check the event schedule closer to the show for the full lineup of stage events, guests, competitions, and live activities.
What You'll Find
 Interactive Stage EventsExperience live panels, gaming discussions, trivia, guest appearances, and community entertainment happening throughout the weekend on the Toronto Game Expo stage. |  Community & Fan ExperiencesConnect with fellow fans, explore community groups, meet creators, and celebrate gaming, anime, cosplay, and fandom culture together at TGE. |  Cosplay StarsWatch incredible cosplayers take the stage in our fan-favourite Cosplay Stars showcase featuring amazing costumes, creativity, crowd energy, and unforgettable performances throughout the weekend. |
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MEET YOUR STAGE HOST
Adam Corky
Toronto Game Expo Stage Host — Fall 2026
Join Adam Corky throughout Toronto Game Expo weekend as he guides attendees through live panels, special guest appearances, gaming discussions, competitions and community entertainment.
From introducing guests to keeping the excitement going between events, Adam will help bring the TGE stage to life throughout the weekend.
SATURDAY — NOVEMBER 7
11:00 AM
Land Acknowledgement
Hosted By:
12:00 PM
Cosplay Guest Interview
Hosted By:
Adam Corky & RayGreyCosplay
1:00 PM
Drawing Video Game Characters From Memory
Hosted By:
Zee the Raccoon
2:00 PM
Built Like a Hero
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Nate Weir and Get Zakked
3:30 PM
TGE Game Fashion Showcase
Hosted By:
Ghost Girl Goods
5:00 PM
Cosplay Stars
Hosted By:
Adam Corky
6:00 PM
Cosplay Stars
Hosted By:
Adam Corky
11:30 AM
Who's That Pokemon!?
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EclipsCosplay
12:30 PM
Break
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1:30 PM
A Legendary Conversation with Patricia Summersett: Zelda at 40
Hosted By:
Adam Corky
2:30 PM
Stellar Harvey's Furry Feud
Hosted By:
Stellar The Manokit
4:30 PM
NAME TBD
Hosted By:
KameraNinja
5:30 PM
Halftime Show: Whose Pixels are Those Anyway?
Hosted By:
EKGCosplay & WafflesCosplay
SUNDAY — NOVEMBER 8
9:30 AM
Cafe Social: Game Devs
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12:00 PM
Women in Gaming
Hosted By:
Femme Gaming
1:00 PM
Break
Hosted By:
2:00 PM
Fandom and Form
Hosted By:
Nancy Z Art | Art Model: Spyrah
3:00 PM
Press Start: Your Voice Acting Journey with Patricia Summersett
Hosted By:
11:30 AM
What is Playtesting? Opportunities & Misconceptions of Player Experience Research
Hosted By:
Tina Chan & Toronto Player Experience Research Panel
12:30 PM
Name that Game!
Hosted By:
Dart the Dense Mom - ConG
1:30 PM
Cosplay Guest Interview
Hosted By:
Adam Corky & RayGreyCosplay
3:30 PM
Cosplay Catwalk & End of Show Announcements
Hosted By:
Bear Sailor Moon | End of Show Announcements: Chris and Darby
4:00 PM
End of Show
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Whether you want to cheer on contestants, test your gaming knowledge, discover behind-the-scenes stories, or simply relax and enjoy the entertainment, our stage programming brings the TGE community together for unforgettable moments throughout the weekend.
