Schedule

Uncanny Program Guide

Saturday Lecture Hall

  • Opening Remarks

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    Grab a seat and be the first to hear what the weekend has in store from The Uncanny Experience co-founders Chandler Poling, Dylan Carter, and Chris Riley.  Together they will dive into details of what to expect for the weekend to come and kick off a weekend of mutant-lovin' fun!

  • X-Men: Evolution 25th Anniversary Reunion Panel

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    For the first time ever, Meghan Black (Rogue) and Maggie Blue O’Hara (Shadowcat) appear together, joined by legendary character designer Steven E. Gordon, whose bold vision helped define the show's iconic look.

  • Fight the Power: The X-Men As Outlaws

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    The X-Men are "sworn to protect a world that fears and hates them." But what happens when they've finally had enough? Join pop culture critic and X-Men X-pert Austin Gorton as he examines the way Chris Claremont transformed the X-Men from superheroes into outlaws.

  • Jean Grey: The Heart and Soul of the X-Men

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    A panel dedicated to Jean Grey presented by Eric Lewald, Julia Lewald, Larry Houston, and Catherine Disher.

  • Spotlight on Gail Simone

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    From rewriting the rules with Birds of Prey to redefining Red Sonja, Gail Simone has long been one of comics’ most fearless voices. Now, she brings that same energy to The Uncanny X-Men as the first solo female writer to take on Marvel’s flagship mutant title.

  • Spotlight on Tyler Mane

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    Tyler Mane stormed onto the screen as the original live-action Sabretooth in X-Men (2000), unleashing the primal fury of one of the X-Men’s deadliest foes. He returned in X-Men: The Official Game (2006), and now, he’s back to settle unfinished business in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)—bringing the hunter full circle.

  • House Pryde Pep Rally

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    House Pryde is for the thinkers, the builders, and the boundary-pushers. Founded by Kitty Pryde, this House values intelligence, innovation, and integrity above all else. We don’t follow the path—we debug it, redesign it, and make it better.

Saturday Classroom

  • Jack Kirby: Father of the X-Men!

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    Jack Kirby is well known for creating characters like the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, and Captain America that it's easy to forget that he was the genesis of the X-Men too! Presenter Seán McArdle has been researching Jack's history and artwork over the last couple of years and looks forward to sharing what he’s learned about this master of the medium!

  • Ashley Allen Presents “Magic and Magik”

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    Step into the arcane side of the Marvel Universe with writer Ashley Allen, the mind behind Marvel’s Magik solo series.

  • The Secret Lore of Otherworld: Classic Captain Britain Stories You've Never Been Told

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    A deep-dive into the bizarre history of Captain Britain, an incredibly strange and hugely influential part of X-Men history.

  • Being Black In The X-Men Universe

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    A discussion of black representation and what it means to be black in the X-Men Universe.

  • GSA: Mutant and Proud

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    Join us for Mutant & Proud, a panel that explores the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and the X-Men universe—a franchise long celebrated as a reflection of queer experience, resilience, and found family.

  • Theoretical Biology of the Wolverines

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    Take a dive into the theoretical biology of the Wolverines, including Romulus, Sabretooth, Logan, Akihiro, Laura, and Gabby.

  • Poolverine: The Hate We Love To See

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    Dean D'Monic leads you through a passionate panel about the shipped pairing of Logan Howlett and Wade Wilson from the blockbuster movie, "Deadpool & Wolverine". 

Saturday Hellfire Room

  • X-Music: A Requiem for Xavier’s Dream

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    From Ace of Base to Mozart, join us as we take a deep dive into the music that scores pivotal and iconic scenes from the X-Men films and X-Men ‘97. We also want to hear from you - what songs do you think best encapsulates some fan favorite X-characters?

  • Mutant Monologues: Drama Club with Nightcrawler

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    The Xavier Institute Drama Club—led by the ever-expressive Nightcrawler—is on the hunt for new members who aren’t afraid to put their heart (and powers) on stage.

  • True North Book Launch / First They Came For The Mutants...

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    Ever want to know just what’s going on with Alpha Flight? The first volume has a lot of issues to read and remember, but don’t worry- there’s now a book made just for you! Chris Baker and Tom Flynn will explain the history of Canada's Department H and chart its evolution from a black ops hit squad to a mind-controlling militarized organization rounding up mutants while enforcing the Canadian Super Hero Registration Act. 

  • House Hellfire Pep Rally

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    House Hellfire is for the bold, the brilliant, and the beautifully unbothered. Founded by Emma Frost, this House celebrates strategy, sophistication, and unapologetic ambition. Influence isn’t something we wait for. We become it.

Saturday Student Hall

  • Discord Meet-Up

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    Whether you’ve been chatting in the server since day one or you’ve just joined the conversation, this is your chance to connect face-to-face with fellow members of The Uncanny Experience Discord!

  • An Uncanny Art Class

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    From the ashes! The leader of the X-Men, Cyclops, and new rookie, Jitter, team up to....teach an art class!?!? (We promise it will last longer than a minute)

  • House Xavier Pep Rally

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    Led by Jean Grey, House Xavier carries the legacy of the Institute’s mission forward—honoring the dream of unity, compassion, and a better world for all mutants. We are the calm in the storm, the steady hand in chaos, and the voice that rises when silence is no longer an option.

Saturday Front Lawn

  • Cosplay Photo Shoot

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    Strike a pose, mutants—this is your moment in the spotlight. Join us on the front lawn of Xavier Institute for an open cosplay photo shoot with our team of professional photographers.

  • Cosplay Storytime with D’Manda Martini

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    Cosplay Storytime with D’Manda Martini

  • Horticulture with Storm

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    Join Ororo Munroe in the Greenhouse Garden for a peaceful, hands-on session exploring the art of plant care. This class is more than watering and sunlight—it’s about presence, intention, and harmony with the natural world. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just learning to keep a cactus alive, you’ll walk away grounded, inspired, and maybe a little greener at heart.

  • House Morlock Pep Rally

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    House Morlock is for the outsiders—the ones who’ve been overlooked, underestimated, or cast aside. Founded by Callisto, this House honors resilience, solidarity, and loyalty above all else. We don’t wear masks. We wear scars.

Sunday Lecture Hall

  • Spotlight on Benjamin Percy

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    Join us for a deep-dive conversation with the acclaimed novelist and comic book writer behind some of the most brutal, thought-provoking, and action-packed X-Men stories of the modern era. As the driving force behind Wolverine, X-Force, and Weapons of Vengeance, Percy has redefined Logan’s voice—gritty, haunted, and always dangerous—while expanding the darker, more tactical side of Krakoa’s mutant agenda.

  • X-Gaymes

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    Homo Superior Podcast is back with their hit game show from the past two years' Uncanny Experiences with The X-Gaymes: Games of Futures' Past! Will there be participation? Yes! Will there be special guests? Yes! Will there be prizes? You know it! Will audience members have the chance to vindicate their most fabulous opinions about the X-Men - I don't know, does a mall babe eat chili fries?!

  • Graymalkin Lane Presents: Mutant Fashion Review!

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    Chad Anderson, host of the Graymalkin Lane Podcast, is back to celebrate the Dos and Donts of Mutant Fashion! Joined by three hilarious guests on the panel, Chad will be presenting looks from all over the X-Men universe! Come share your opinions on looks that are iconic, ridiculous, and just plain camp! Each look gets a SNIKT or a KIKT! You will laugh harder at this panel than anything else all weekend!

  • Cosplay Contest

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    Join us for the official Cosplay Contest at The Uncanny Experience—an X-traordinary showcase of skill, imagination, and mutant-inspired fashion. Whether you’re repping your favorite hero, villain, or original design, this is your moment to shine.

  • Graduation Ceremony

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    Join your fellow classmates for a special Graduation Ceremony, where you’ll be recognized for completing your training and taking your place among the next generation of X-Men. Every graduating student will receive a personalized diploma, signed by acclaimed writer Gail Simone, as a keepsake of their journey.

Game Room

  • Marvel Games Tips & Tricks: Power Up with Jubilee

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    Like, meet Jubilee and friends in the Arcade to get game tips and tricks for your favorite X-Men / Marvel video games. Whether you’re maining Emma and X-Men in Marvel Rivals, strategizing in Marvel Strike Force, or battling joystick-style in the X-Men arcade classic, Jubilee and her panel of experts will give you insider tips to help you level up. Ask questions, share your tips, and just hang out and meet fellow gamers!

Sunday Classroom

  • This is for the Muties

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    This panel seeks to explore the culture and impact of the latest mutant nations and how they mir-ror real-life marginalized spaces (even in their destruction/abandonment). Taught by Tiffie Starchild and Omar Holmon of Black Nerd Problem, the foundation of the class explores Krakoa/Arakko, their cultures, why they were necessary, Jonathan Hickman’s 3-Act Plan, and the X-Men post-Krakoa.

  • Model UX-Men

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    Crisis Alert! The X-Men need your help! Become a member of an X-Team and work together with fellow mutants to brainstorm solutions.  This interactive class will require quick thinking, collaboration, and may\be a little villainy. 

  • Chemistry 101: X-Treme Attraction

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    What happens when love, power, and polycules collide? Join Jean Grey (Michelle Waffle) and her TA (Justin Otero) for a delightfully messy, psychic-fueled lecture on romance across the mutant spectrum. Expect iconic couples, surprise compatibility tests, and a whole lot of gossip under the guise of science.

  • Celebrating Peter David's X-Factor

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    Peter David wrote over one hundred issues of X-Factor in three different decades! This panel will celebrate Peter's writing some of our favorite mutants and reflect on the incredible legacy he left behind, including key moments and the stories we recommend everyone take a look at. Moderated by Daryl Richard Lawrence and Phillip Lundquist of the X-Factor Files podcast, students will be able to walk away from this panel with a renewed appreciation of everything Peter David gave to us fans.

  • Savage Land 101: From Amphibius to Zabu

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    In the middle of Antarctica, there is a world that time forgot! Maintained by the machines of the Nuwali, this land is filled with hidden civilizations, ancient tribes, and magic artifacts, in a place that's a little more... SAVAGE! Professor Chad Anderson, of the Graymalkin Lane podcast, is here to teach you everything you need to know about safe adventures in the Savage Land! Learn how to escape the Ultron T-Rex! Find out how to style shredded clothing into fashionable bikinis! Navigate small talk with Ka-Zar around a campfire! You'll be throwing spears at Sauron in no time!

Sunday Hellfire Room

  • A Royal Court Appointment with Deathbird

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    Denizens and Mutants may join Deathbird to air their concerns of the Shi’Ar Empire and mutantkind alike. Engage in discourse, ask your questions, and take a photo with Deathbrid (portrayed by Jordan Blaza Olsen) on the throne.

  • Cosplay Contest Prejudging

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    Before you hit the runway, step into the opulent chambers of the Hellfire Club for cosplay prejudging.

  • Astral Plane Mission with Psylocke

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    Join Psylocke for an immersive, guided journey into the Astral Plane. This interactive experience blends imagination, intuition, and psychic storytelling as you navigate a realm beyond the physical world.

Sunday Student Hall

  • ​​VIP Breakfast with X-Men: Evolution

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    Start your Sunday with an unforgettable morning at Xavier Institute. At 9:30 AM in the Student Hall, VIP and Omega ticket holders are invited to an exclusive breakfast experience with the cast and creators of X-Men: Evolution.

  • House Member Yearbook Photo

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    Get your photos alongside your house members is a seated portrait in Student Hall

  • Learn Your X-Men Horoscope

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    What does your birth month X-Men issue say about your cosmic destiny? In this fun, mind-bending session, discover how your birth date aligns with a classic X-Men comic and what it reveals about your personality, strengths, and future. One lucky participant will even have their X-Men Horoscope decoded live!

  • The Horrors Persist, But So Do We

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    Demon possessions, deep space tension, and hell dimensions, oh my! The X-Men are no strangers to the bone-chilling, spine-tingling, terrifying and thrilling. Join multiple possession survivor and one-time vampire hunter Kate Pryde (@abbeyfrisco) around the campfire as she puts the 'shadow' back in Shadowcat and takes you through an interactive analysis of X-Men horror tropes, themes, and what they mean.

Sunday Front Lawn

  • Psionic Breath-work & Meditation

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    Being a Mutant is stressful! Fighting for the right to exist in this world takes its toll on the psyche. Elspeth Braddock is joining us from Earth-13059 to help us learn how to calm our minds and bodies through the focused totality of breath-work, meditation, and vagus nerve stimulation.

  • Physical Education with Wolverine

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    Wolverine is taking the lead on this outdoor training session, and there’s no hiding behind a hologram. Held on the front lawn of Xavier Institute, this physical education class pushes students to test their limits the old-fashioned way—with grit, instinct, and maybe a little yelling.

  • Group Class Photo

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    Join us on the Front Lawn after the Graduation for a giant group photo of all the students from the weekend!

*Please Note: Programming is subject to change

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