Prepare Yourself For The First Ever Pop Con Convention At The Mercury In Romford.

The Mercury Shopping Centre is delighted to announce its first-ever Pop Con Convention, a week-long celebration of pop culture taking place from Saturday 2nd August to Sunday 10th August 2025.

This family-friendly event promises an exciting schedule of immersive, interactive activities for fans of all ages, including cosplay, film screenings, merchandise stalls, live entertainment, gaming, and more. Visitors can even experience a real-life DeLorean car, paying homage to the classic Back to the Future films.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to bring the community together for our very first Pop Con Convention,” said Natalie Bays Centre Manager for The Mercury. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate creativity, self-expression, and shared fandoms — right here in the heart of Romford.”

Event Highlights Include:

• Saturday 2nd August – Pop Con Kick-Off Market (Level One): Enjoy music, Pan-Asian food, merch stalls, cosplay competitions, and a 360° camera experience.

• Sunday 3rd August – Movie Marathon & Jewellery Making: Relax at Lumiere Cinema with back-to-back film screenings and free creative workshops.

• Monday 4th August – Watercolour Workshop at The Breakfast Club: Paint a tranquil East Asian scene with local artist Nigel (10am–12pm).

• Tuesday 5th August – Cosplay Accessories Workshop: Hosted by Kaleidoscope LGBTQIA+ Youth Group — free for teens!

• Wednesday 6th August – Mascot Meet & Greet: Snap selfies with mascots including Marvin the Monkey, Hulk, and Mario (11am–3pm).

• Thursday 7th August – Battle Games Bonanza: Featuring console gaming, NERF challenges, and Foam On Tour activities.

• Friday 8th August – Karaoke Under the Dome: Take the mic and sing your heart out with host Jelly Jade.

• Sunday 10th August – Marvin’s Great Create Club: Craft Kawaii-themed accessories and celebrate a week of creative fun.

All activities are free unless otherwise stated, and no pre-booking is required.

“We’ve curated this event to have something for everyone — whether you’re a die-hard cosplayer, a retro film fan, or just looking for fun activities for the kids over the summer holidays,” Natalie added.

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