Megacon Carlisle is returning with a colourful burst of cosplay, games and live shows at the Richard Rose Academy.

The family-friendly event, taking place on August 17 at 12pm, will transform the venue into a lively hub for popular culture enthusiasts.

Visitors can look forward to activities such as cosplay contests, live podcast recordings of 100 Things We Learned From Film, discussing Shrek, thrilling wrestling shows from Target Wrestling, and engaging tournaments and games.

From video games to card games, there's something for every gamer to enjoy and with over 45 stalls, the event will offer unique merchandise, collectables, artwork and more.

Tickets, priced at just £5, are available online, or at Carlisle Gamers and Toys n Tech.

Megacon Carlisle promises to bring the community together for a day of fun and shared passions.

They guarantee a great time for everyone and are encouraging people to get their tickets soon.