Apply to Exhibit in 2026

Artist, Author, Retail and Food Vendor Expressions Open

Calling all artists, authors, comic book creators, illustrators, game developers, cosplayers, and collectors - this is your origin story! If you’ve got something amazing to share, it's time to level up and showcase your talents at CapriCon 2026 as an official vendor! Whether you’re a superhero, a wizard, a dungeon master of dice, or just have the coolest collectables in the galaxy, CapriCon is the place to be to sell your wares.


When? Saturday, 29 August 2026
Where? Rockhampton Showgrounds

Submit your Expression of Interest to trade and join forces with other pop culture champions. If you're a retailer, author, artist or food vendor, apply now!

Why trade at CapriCon? 

  1. We are seeking passionate business traders and retail markets to partner with us to make the 2026 event a huge success.
  2. Be part of a unique and exciting pop culture convention in the heart of Central Queensland and position your product to a captive audience.
  3. Align your brand with a reputable event and gain direct access and exposure to 1000s of pop culture fans.
  4. Traders are vital to the customer experience! Connect with the community and showcase your support of regional events.

Site Fees

CapriCon is spread across the Rockhampton Showgrounds venue with both indoor and outdoor trade locations available.

For indoor vendors (retailers, authors and artists) CapriCon provides professional boothing the same as you would expect at Supanova or Oz Comic-Con. These booths have your business name printed and affixed to the top panel. This cost is included in your site fee. Power access, tables and chairs are available for hire.

You will be placed in the zone or pavilion best suited to your product or entertainment offering.

Trade Site Terms and Conditions

Please ensure you have read and understand the CapriCon 2026  Trade Site Terms and Conditions(PDF, 219KB)  before applying.

Application Process

Applications will be assessed based on suitability to the event and the following event selection criteria:

  • Preference will be given to applicants with product or experience that will complement and enhance the event
  • The quality of photos in your application will be used to determine your suitability for the event. 
  • The description you provide to explain your product range will ensure duplication of similar vendors does not occur. 
  • Preference will be given to applicants that sell 80% pop-culture related products.
  • The online presence your business has will be reviewed, including your active social media accounts and website. 
  • Applicants must meet all requirements, including convention theming and supply the relevant documentation (eg. Public Liability Insurance, Food Business Licence, Workplace Health and Safety Induction)
  • Applicants that can trade during event operating hours and have not closed early at a previous event. 
  • Applicants who can bump in on time and leave their site as they found it, clean and devoid of waste

Successful applicants will receive a trade site offer with further details around the event, its requirements and terms of trade.

Apply to trade at CapriCon 2026

If you have any questions please contact the CapriCon team by emailing capricon@rrc.qld.gov.au 

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