Updated: October 29, 2025
SHOW TIMES
The show schedule is posted the week of the convention to accommodate flight itineraries and filming schedules of our celebrities, but here are the tentative times for the show:
• The pre-registration night before the convention generally runs from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
• The convention programming usually starts around 9:00-10:00 AM and ends around 5:00-6:00 PM.
• Evening events will be scheduled after 6:00 PM.
NOTE: All guests and scheduling are tentative and subject to change. Our best advice is to plan for these time variabilities and check the schedule (on the Schedule page) as soon as it is available.
WELCOME OUR HOST, BONNIE GORDON & RYAN T. HUSK!
We're pleased to have the multi-talented Bonnie Gordon -- best known as the ship's computer on Star Trek: Prodigy – and expert Trek podcaster Ryan T. Husk as our co-hosts for the convention. They'll bring energy and excitement on stage during the daytime programming!
Friday at 8pm
Star Trek Pajama Party and Bajoran Desserts with Chase Masterson
Set your phasers to fun and warp over for a night of galactic sweetness with Leeta herself, Chase Masterson! The flavors are out of this quadrant and the dress code is strictly comfy. Whether you're rocking Vulcan velour, Klingon flannel, classic Starfleet sleepwear, or everyday PJs, join in and boldly taste as no one has tasted before.
Featuring Jumja Sticks, Larish Pie, Moba Fruits, Trek Trivia, cosmic music, and a Pajama Contest!
$99
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Saturday at 9:15 AM
COFFEE AND CROISSANT BREAKFAST WITH GATES MCFADDEN
Inspired by Gates McFadden's beautiful TNG episode with Patrick Stewart, "Attached," this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have a Coffee and Croissant breakfast to start the convention day with a smile (stage programming starts at 10 AM). The event will take place in one of the private convention center rooms, and we'll provide the coffee and croissants. We'll send you an email right before to let you know where to meet. (max 20)
$139
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AUTHENTIC CHICAGO PIZZA LUNCH w/TODD STASHWICK
Since the authentic Chicago Pizza Dinner with Todd Stashwick Event on SATURDAY sold out in 48 hours and many of you are asking for another one, we are adding a FRIDAY afternoon Pizza lunch with Todd! Get your tickets quickly before this one sells out, too!
Todd, a Native Chicagoan will tell you stories of The Windy City and working on Star Trek as you enjoy an authentic Chicago pizza lunch at the historic Giordano's Restaurant. Food and drink are on us (alcohol not covered). Meet at the hotel lobby at 12:30pm and take a five-minute walk as a group to the restaurant. *This ticket is non-transferable with any other event.
Friday $109
Saturday -SOLD OUT
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SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERT with TIM RUSS
Join Tim Russ and his amazing band for a night of live entertainment — and look for special guests including Bonnie Gordon and more! NOTE: Guests are subject to change.
The event is included with the GOLD, CAPTAINS CHAIR & COPPER patrons, who get to keep their same seats! For everyone else, you can still attend by purchasing an a la carte ticket.
$50
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Friday at 3 PM
AUTHENTIC ETHIOPIAN DINNER WITH CIRROC LOFTON
On FRIDAY, let Cirroc Lofton regale you with stories of his family and heritage and guide you through a menu of his favorite homeland dishes with an Authentic Ethiopian Dinner. Creation will provide shuttle service (if necessary), pay for your meal, and you'll be done in time for Registration and the Vendors Room to open! Meet at 3PM in the Westin O'Hare Venue Hotel lobby for the early dinner.
We'll email you shortly before the event for more details.
$149
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DEEP SPACE NINE HAPPY HOUR COCKTAILS WITH NANA VISITOR, CIRROC LOFTON, AND LOLITA FATJO
Have some cocktails and hang out with Nana, Cirroc, and Lolita in your own section of the bar. Listen to their behind-the-scenes stories of working seven years on DS9... and the first drink is on us!
*We will email you just prior to the event with more details.
(SATURDAY at 7:00PM)
$149
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FREE KARAOKE PARTY WITH CIRROC LOFTON
Then, later, join Cirroc for a Karaoke party on SATURDAY at 10PM, where you might get the chance to sing your favorite song!
JONATHAN DEL ARCO'S BOOK READING PANEL
Join Jonathan del Arco for a FREE special book reading of Freddy the Alien and Q&A with co-author Trisha Difazio. They will also be signing the book all weekend in the Vendors Room.
FRIDAY AFTER-PARTY at the HOLO LOUNGE
Ever wanted to grab a cocktail and slow dance to Vic Fontaine’s jazzy tunes in the Holodeck? Now’s your chance to don your formal best (optional) and join us for our “Holo-Lounge Show” with our very own Bonnie Gordon!
A night of COMEDY, PARODY, and DIVA VOCALS!
Grab a drink and enjoy some “Trekified” jazz standards, classic geek rock, and nerdy originals!
It takes place Friday!
A convention pass is required to attend.
THE COOLWATERS CELEBRITY GAME SHOW
The Coolwaters Celebrity Game show combines the classic games of “Whose Telling the Truth” & Trivia” and “Pictionary." Put your thinking cap on trivia fans and get your artistic juices flowing. Think you’ve got what it takes to play along with our celebrity guests in a game show? You might even win some cool prizes! Hosted by Coolwaters own DEREK MAKI, contestants will be randomly selected for a fun night of game play. Even if you don’t get chosen to play you’ll have fun and could still make win a prize. The event is FREE, so join us! (DAY TBD)
EXCLUSIVE CONCIERGE
Would you like an exclusive concierge assigned to you, and only you, at the convention? Our Concierges will help you keep track of every event, signing and photo op, so you won’t miss a thing. If you're interested in this premium service, please write to: concierge@creationent.com three months before the event you’re attending.
COSPLAY CONTEST
The Cosplay Contest brings out the best in creativity and imagination from our fellow Trek fans! Set on SATURDAY, the contest will be a must-see event with will be lots of great prizes, including a very special best-in-show $500 gift certificate! Details on how to enter to come at a later date.
Get the latest news on COSPLAY at Creation Conventions at our Discord Channel and also sign up for our Cosplay email list here!
GENRE-THEMED TRIVIA GAME:
Be the Trivia Master of the con! You can be one of 90 chosen fans to play one of three rounds with the last person standing earning the title and winning gift certificates.
For the Cosplay Contests and Trivia Game Winners: Gift certificate prizes are valid for one year from date of issue and can be used towards Creation Merchandise only, and excludes admission passes and a la carte autograph/photo op/concert/special event tickets.
NO MINIMUM BID AUCTIONS
Get ready to bid on rare Star Trek and other amazing collectibles in our "no minimum" bid auctions!
VENDORS AREA
Visit our vendor area, full of great merchandise, products and a lot more! Many items are only available at our convention and not sold anywhere online. If you are interested in being a vendor, please click here!
EXCLUSIVE CONCEIRGE
Would you like an exclusive concierge assigned to you, and only you, at the convention? Our Concierges will help you keep track of every event, signing and photo op, so you won’t miss a thing. If you're interested in this premium service, please write to: concierge@creationent.com three months before the event you’re attending
SWAU AUTHENTICATION IS HERE!
Creation Entertainment, in partnership with SWAU Authentication, is bringing you top-tier authentication and grading services at the convention! Here's what you need to know:
• VIP, Gold, & Silver Admission Pass Holders – Enjoy one FREE $10 authentication with your package.
• If you want to authenticate ALL autographs included in your Gold or Silver package, it's just $40!
• All Guests: You can also pre-purchase authentication for only $10 when buying your autograph tickets!
• Funko Pop Grading & Encapsulation – Drop off your Funkos onsite at the SWAU booth and save on shipping!
- Regular Funkos: $35
- Signed Funkos: $50
• Track your order and receive your graded item back in ~2 weeks!
Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to authenticate and preserve your collectibles! Stop by the SWAU booth for details. #CreationEntertainment #SWAU #AutographAuthentication #FunkoPop #Collectibles
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