QBD MiniCon Macarthur Square | Dress Up. Show Up. Geek Out.
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QBD MiniCon 2026: Cosplay, Manga, Pop Culture & More!
Saturday 28 November | Macarthur Square | 9am-7pm
Calling all manga lovers, anime enthusiasts, fantasy fans, collectors and cosplay legends. QBD MiniCon is back for 2026!
We're bringing the ultimate celebration of manga, anime, comics, fantasy and pop culture to 14 QBD stores across Australia for one huge day of exclusive offers, cosplay competitions, prizes and bookish surprises.
Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer, a Pop! Vinyl collector or simply love discovering new worlds, there's something for every fan at QBD MiniCon.
What's Happening at MiniCon?
COSPLAY COMPETITION | 1:30PM
It's time to show off your best cosplay! Dress as your favourite anime, manga, fantasy, gaming or pop culture character and join us in-store at 1:30pm for our Best Dressed Cosplay Competition.
Each participating store will crown its own winners, with prizes for first, second and third place. All ages and experience levels are welcome!
EXCLUSIVE MINICon OFFERS (one day only)
For one day only, enjoy BUY 1, GET 1 HALF PRICE on selected:
VIZ Manga
Pop! Vinyl figures
Geek X figurines
Plus, explore blind bags, collectables and a fantastic range of manga and pop culture favourites.
MINICON MYSTERY BAGS
Love a surprise? Discover our exclusive MiniCon Mystery Bags, packed with handpicked books and a few extra goodies!
Choose from Manga, Fantasy, Romantasy and Sci-Fi, with options for young adult and adult readers.
LUCKY DOOR PRIZE
Make a pop culture purchase during MiniCon and enter the draw for your chance to win a lucky door prize at your participating store.
Find Your Nearest Participating QBD Store
Queensland: Rockhampton, Springfield, Willows, North Lakes, Townsville, Robina and Ipswich.
South Australia: Colonnades and Elizabeth.
New South Wales: Macarthur Square, Top Ryde, Coffs Harbour, Liverpool and Miranda.
Save the Date!
Grab your friends, plan your cosplay and join us on Saturday 28 November for a day celebrating the stories, characters and fandoms we love.
MiniCon 2026: Dress Up. Show Up. Geek Out.
T&Cs apply. Offers available Saturday 28 November 2026 only at participating QBD MiniCon stores. Buy 1, Get 1 Half Price applies to selected products, while stocks last. Half price applies to the lower-priced eligible item. Mystery bags and prizes available while stocks last. See in-store for competition and lucky door prize details.
FAQs
- Where is MiniCon happening?
MiniCon will be held at 14 selected QBD stores across Australia:
Queensland: Rockhampton, Springfield, Willows, North Lakes, Townsville, Robina and Ipswich.
South Australia: Colonnades and Elizabeth.
New South Wales: Macarthur Square, Top Ryde, Coffs Harbour, Liverpool and Miranda.
- Do I need to dress up to attend?
Not at all! Cosplay is encouraged but completely optional. Whether you're dressing as your favourite character or simply coming along to browse, we'd love to see you.
- What special offers will be available?
Enjoy Buy 1, Get 1 Half Price on selected VIZ Manga, Pop! Vinyls and Geek X figurines.
These offers are exclusive to participating MiniCon stores on Saturday 28 November. Terms and conditions apply.
- Is MiniCon free to attend?
Yes! MiniCon is a free in-store event, and everyone is welcome. No ticket or RSVP is required.
- How do I enter the cosplay competition?
Come dressed as your favourite anime, manga, fantasy, gaming or pop culture character and be at your participating QBD store for 1:30pm, when judging will take place.
Each store will select its own first, second and third place winners, with prizes available for all three.
- Can children enter the cosplay competition?
Yes! MiniCon is a family-friendly event, and younger fans are welcome to participate in the cosplay competition.
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