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Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
This event has ended
Supernova 2026
August 6, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Baltimore, United States
Supernova 2026 is over. Dates for the next event in the series have not been announced.
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About Supernova
Supernova (formerly Super Smash Con) is a four-day gaming and entertainment festival built around Super Smash Bros. esports competition. The organiser describes it as featuring 'world-class esports competition, live music, interactive attractions, arcade and retro gaming, sports, costumes, vendors and family-friendly programming'; the 2026 festival was held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland.
Supernova 2026
Supernova 2026 runs 6–9 August 2026 at Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Maryland.
Supernova (formerly Super Smash Con) is a four-day gaming and entertainment festival built around Super Smash Bros. esports competition. The organiser describes it as featuring 'world-class esports competition, live music, interactive attractions, arcade and retro gaming, sports, costumes, vendors and family-friendly programming'; in 2026 it was held at the Baltimore Convention Center.
Key Topics
- Super Smash Bros. esports tournaments
- Gaming and esports
- Content creators and streaming
- Fan and pop culture
- Arcade and retro gaming
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When was Supernova 2026?
Supernova 2026 took place August 6, 2026 – August 9, 2026.
Where was Supernova 2026 held?
Supernova 2026 was held at Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, United States.
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