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Godzillafest San Francisco (Sept. 18-20)

Friday, September 18, 2026 - 6:00 pm | Cost: $35*
*Two day and VIP passes are also available
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway | 1500 Vam Ness Ave. San Francisco, CA

Event Details

Bay Area Film Events and Toho Studios

Godzillafest is a weekend long convention, celebrating Godzilla, King of the Monsters. Guest dinner, dealers room with toy/figure sellers, artists and licensees, game room, Saturday movie and panels with guests and Godzilla experts. Cosplay is welcomed and encouraged. Prizes will be given out throughout the weekend. A family event with fun for all ages!

   Special guests are Director Shusuke Kaneko (GMK, Heisei Gamera Trilogy, Death Note, Ultraman Max) and actor Katsuhiko Sasaki (Godzilla vs Megalon, Terror of Mechagodzilla, Godzilla vs King Ghidorah, Godzilla vs Biollante, Evil of Dracula). More guests to be announced.

​Also, watch out for music, Saturday night movies and much more!

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $35*
*Two day and VIP passes are also available
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, Geek Event, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Live Music, Movies
Venue: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway
Address: 1500 Vam Ness Ave. San Francisco, CA

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