Full Lineup Revealed for D&D Fan Expo 2026 in London

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This past February, Wizards of the Coast announced Dungeons & Dragons Fan Expo: London 2026, a two-day live event taking place at the O2 Arena in London that will include actual plays, live panels and on-site gaming, all under the banner of celebrating the global D&D community.

Notably, this is the first D&D Fan Expo of its kind and is being organized by live music and entertainment company AEG Presents in partnership with Wizards of the Coast. The event will will take place from August 21st to 22nd, 2026, with tickets on sale now via the D&D Fan Expo website. Recently, more details have also been released, including new performers and guest apperances. Below, we take a closer look at what to expect.

What is D&D Fan Expo 2026?

Dungeons & Dragons Fan Expo London 2026 is a two-day live event running from August 21st to 22nd, 2026 that’s designed connect with fans and promote the larger D&D brand as a whole. The primary focus is on several high-profile actual play performances, but there also live panels, D&D tables, merchandise and cosplay events.

Actual Play Performances

• High Rollers (August 21st): The first day will feature a stage show performance at the Indigo venue at the 02 Arena from the High Rollers; the long-running British actual-play series built around D&D 5E. If you’re not familiar with the High Rollers, the group was founded in 2016 and was launched under the Yogscast umbrella. The show is typically run by DM Mark Hulmes and features a regular cast including Chris Trott, Katie Morrison, Kim Richards, Rhiannon Frost and Tom Hazell. The group has run numerous campaigns over the past decade, including the popular Altheya: The Dragon Empire, and streams weekly on Twitch and YouTube while also releasing episodes in podcast form.

• BG3 Cast (August 22nd): The second day will also feature an actual play stage show starring voice actors from Baldur’s Gate 3 and a number of other well known D&D live performers. The DM for the session will be Jasmine Bhullar (who is perhaps best known for her appearances on Dimension 20, Critical Role and Acquisitions Incorporated) with the full cast including: Neil Newbon (the voice of Astarion from BG3), Devora Wilde (the voice of Lae’zel in BG3), Samantha Béart (the voice of Karlach in BG3), Theo Solomon (the voice of Wyll in Baldur’s Gate 3), Anjali Bhimani (from the Ms. Marvel TV show and Critical Role) and Jasper Cartwright (from Dimension 20 and Not Another D&D Podcast) Notably, Jasmine Bhullar, Devora Wilde and Neil Newborn also appear in the new official D&D Dungeon Masters actual play series (which this performance does not appear to be related to).

• Roll Britannia: The multi-award nominated comedy D&D 5e Podcast will also be performing. If you aren’t familiar with them, Roll Britannia is a long running UK-based series with over 400 episodes to their name and is known for their blend of humor and homebrew rules.
• It’s Your Role: A troupe of professional actors who regularly performs live, It’s Your Role will be performing a comedic take on D&D and will also be bringing audience members on stage at the event as part of the performance.

Live Panels

• DnD Shorts: Popular British YouTuber DnD Shorts (creator of Power Word Meal and the Ryoko’s Guide series) will be hosting a live panel with audience Q&A.
• Johnny Chiodini: A Lond-based YouTuber (best known for their video game, miniatures and TTRPG content) and the DM for popular UK-based actual play series The Oxventure, the Johnny Chiodini will also be hosting a panel with Q&A
• RPG Taverns: We’ll also be seeing a panel from members of RPG Taverns, a UK-based brand that runs in-person TTRPG games. They’ll be running a “GM Masterclass” with advice on how to run more effective D&D campaigns.

Additional events

Beyond the actual play events, there will also be a variety of additional events and activities taking place at Fan Expo, including:

• Gaming tables: Multiple tables will be running D&D sessions, with options to both play and watch.
• Traders & merch: The event will feature both official Wizards of the Coast D&D merchandise, plus items from independent UK brands.
• Cosplay meet‑ups: Cosplay is encouraged and the event will included meet‑ups and photo opportunities.
• Meet & Greets: For an additional costs, fans will also be able to meet up with the various D&D performers and panelists attending the event.

Where is D&D Fan Expo 2026 being held?

D&D Fan Expo 2026 will be held at The O2 Arena in London, UK. Notably, the O2 is one of Europe’s largest entertainment complexes, known for hosting major concerts, esports events and large-scale live productions. The fact that a live D&D event is taking place in such a massive venue shows just how popular the game and live actual plays has become over the past few years.

How much are tickets to D&D Fan Expo?

Tickets to opening night on August 21st featuring the High Rollers run for around £30 to £50 (or roughly $40 to $60 USD). On the second day (August 22nd), tickets go for considerably more to see the evening BG3 cast show, with a cost of roughly £100 to £400, depending on where you sit. There will also be a variety of pricing options, including Opening Night tickets, Main Event tickets, Hot Seat VIP Packages, Bundle Ticket & Hotel Packages and Premium Ticket & Hotel Experiences.

Notably, if you purchase the ticket for the August 22nd evening show, you will also free gain access to daytime activities (including the panels, Q&As, gaming tables and merchandise), subject to capacity.

Final Thoughts

Dungeons & Dragons Fan Expo: London 2026 feels like a major milestone event for the game and the actual play scene as a whole. As one of the largest live venues in D&D history there’s going to be a lot riding on its success and a lot of fans watching to see how it all shakes out.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on this story in the days ahead and will update this page with new information as it’s made available. In the meantime, you can learn more and sign up for notifications on the official D&D Fan Expo website.

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