Charles, aka Bagels Art 'n Things, is the spotlight artist for Lincoln Nerd Fest 2026!  Specializing in commission work, Charles is creating some custom characters for the Nerd Fest shirts, bags and vinyl stickers!    

Lincoln Nerd Fest and Partners in Pop have teamed up to bring you Brian Donovan!Brian Donovan is the director of the award winning documen-tary, Kelly’s Hollywood (Showtime Networks), about the intimate relationship he had with his spectacular sister who was born with Down syndrome (www.kellyshollywood.com). Brian has toured internationally speaking about inclusion, equality and how imperative it is for everyone to be given the chance to pursue their dreams.Brian has been a professional actor (www.briandonovan.org) for more than 25 years in film, television and radio. He has worked on-screen with such luminaries as Jim Belushi, Jim Carrey and Angelina Jolie. He has been the voice of countless animated heroes, including Rock Lee from the juggernaut hit Naruto.In addition, Brian has been the executive director of the Los Angeles Repertory Theater since 1994, producing and directing more than a hundred inner-city high school workshops and live shows.Brian lives in Los Angeles with his family and dog, Cosmo.Brian will be signing autographs and taking selfies. Come by his booth and get an autograph or selfie with the handsome devil of the Hidden Leaf. Hope to see you there!

Magic Shows - Balloon Creations - Face Painting - Airbrush Tattoos

Saturday: 1PM & 4PM (45 minute sets)   

MagiKids works to support the Intellectual Health of Young Adults Across the US by Turning Unused Magic: The Gathering Cards into Learning and Fun!  

At A-Whitta-More Magic, we empower kids and adults to believe in their own magic. Through dance fitness and soul coaching. The freedom of creative expression allows your true authentic self to shine.

Come relax and play with friends at the Red Bull video game lounge!

Sisi's Levity is a professional stilt walker from the group Sky Cirque and Parkour!  She is the unofficial mascot of Lincoln Nerd Fest who brought the Minecraft build area to life! 

Lincoln magician Evan Card will be putting on several performances at Lincoln Nerd Fest!

Come playtest new video games at Frozen Dawn Entertainment's video game lounge!

Come play Cardfight Vanguard, Hololive, Shadowverse Evolve and Weis Schwarz with Common Ground Collectables!  They host weekly meet ups!   They will also be hosting several prized tournaments during Nerd Fest!

Watch out, these groups will be collecting bounties at Nerd Fest!  Will your friends stay loyal or will you find yourself detained?  

Come challenge your friends on the Nerf challenge course!

Omaha-based Paranormal Investigators & Ghostbusters cosplayers for charitable events!

The 501st Legion is an international costuming organization dedicated to celebrating STAR WARS™ through the creation and use of quality costumes that portray the villainous, morally ambiguous, or non-partisan characters from the STAR WARS™ universe. The Legion contributes to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.

Cosplayer specializing in 3D printed armor!   

We are two DisneyAdults landlocked in Nebraska selling Disney Trading Cards, Pins and misc Disney Memorabilia.

We sell a large variety of items. Funko pops, trading cards, action figures, collectibles, disney items, hot wheels, barbies, pokemon item's, plushies, lenticular pictures, video games, comics, sports memorabilia, and more nerdy, geeky, nostalgic items.

Custom small batch art toys. I specialize in Japanese style soft vinyl or "sofubi" designer toys. I also have hand made resin toys. No 3D printing. Everything in hand painted and created by hand.

Glass artwork, jewelry and trinkets.

Video games, vinyl, movies, and other pop culture collectibles.

I’m a digital artist specializing in cats. I sell stationery, apparel, art prints and credit card skins.

I create handmade papercraft lightboxes in pop-culture and Sci-Fi themes and select saltines glass pieces.

I am a traditional artist. My realistic fantasy paintings range from dark angels to magic animals, historical figures to gods and goddesses, and everything between. My booth will feature framed and matted prints and assorted swag (stickers, mugs, etc.) featuring my original artwork.

Pokemon TCG

I sell Magnetic Minecraft Blocks and Kits, Anime Posters and Figures, Squishies, Tails, Keychains, and Light-up Swords!

Comic vendor also selling Funko Pops and other collectibles.

Artist just starting out selling nerdy stationary and stickers and DnD Character Sheet Pads.

Licensed anime merchandise including plushies, wall scrolls, figurines, pins, and more.

We specialize in Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, sports cards, Funko Pops, plushies, anime collectibles, mystery boxes, and exclusive collectibles. We also have exclusive and hard to find squishies. Our inventory is constantly changing, so every visit offers something new to discover. Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, opening your first booster pack, or hunting for your next grail collectible, there's always an adventure waiting.

Independent comic creator showcasing original horror/anime/cartoon/comedy inspired series Ichabod the Mettlesome Cat. Booth will include original comic preview, art prints, stickers, apparel, and an immersive display that is riddled with hidden lore as well as gives off an atmospheric experience unique to the haunted little town my story takes place in.

Vendor selling Loungefly bags, character bags/artsy bags, assorted Gacha mystery boxes and stickers.

Printmaking artist creating traditional block cut and digital prints, small handmade ceramic sculptures (hearthstones and fossils) and stickers.

Local artist specializing in earrings. My earrings are made with leather, acrylic, natural wood, hand painted wood, and mixed metals. Other products include faux leather bookmarks, magnets, hair bows/bow ties, necklaces and keychains. These are all themed with popular movies, TV shows, comics, books, and cartoon characters.

T-shirts, stickers, bookmarks, and zines promoting my husband's book, "(Not) A Hero Story." All artwork is original and depicts characters and environments from the LitRPG book.

TTRPG gaming merchandise and some metaphysical merchandise.

Handmade one of a kind sculptures made out of clay and other materials. Includes original monsters and ones inspired by Pop Culture.

Vendor selling Pokémon cards, stickers made by Nellie and recycled paintings we buy from goodwill with painted characters added to them.

Recyclist whose daughter creates keychains and fanart.  Also selling plushies, retro pop culture items and a make your own Lego minifigure station.

I'm a sewist! I make handmade bags, key fobs, magnets, buttons, pillows, and notebook covers! I also sell keychains and stickers. Most of my items are Kpop, anime, gaming, and fandom themed.

Upcycler of clothes, shoes, holiday items, home decor...anything I can find and make better. Turning ordinary into extraordinary!

Pokemon & One Piece Vendor

Local artists who upcycles pinback buttons made from miscellaneous wrappers and magazines, along with original button designs, art prints of original illustrative works.

I sell stitched edge playmats and desk mats, custom MTG card tokens, matte vinyl stickers, and 11x17 art prints, each featuring fanart of various anime, video games, and other fandoms or my original concepts.

Local artist specializing in quality 3D prints that are hand painted!

We are a family business and are family fun focused. We started selling cards on TCG Player a year ago and recently started vending at Infusion Brewery once a month. My parents sell sports cards, I sell TCG cards, and my friend sells One Piece Cards. This is not a main source of income for us, we just like cool cards. Our booth has seen success and become very popular at our usual vending location. We have decided to expand and fully adopt a culture of quality products at fair prices mixed combined with competitive trading card spirit.

Vendor who specializes in signed Funko pops and other collectibles. They bring in voice actors to the event! 

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Comic Book Vendor

Vendor team up selling Pokémon TCG, Funko Pops and Collectibles.

Local artist selling prints, enamel pins, acrylic charms, acrylic standees, buttons, stickers, sticker sheets, blankets, bags and wallets. 

I am a multidisciplinary artist the illustrates & designs in multiple mediums, in artist alley my table is mostly skull iconography done in my different styles and mediums.At my table you can find Commission Ink Drawings, Poster Prints, Mini prints, Post cards, Book marks, buttons, patches, Stickers, T-shirts, Flags

Local artist selling art prints, stickers and TCG playmats.

Slay Castle Creations is a local Lincoln artist specializing in selling original and fanart comics, zines, illustrated prints, buttons, and postcards. They are inspired by anime, manga, and independent western comic circles to produce heartfelt fantasy stories. Their buttons and keychain reflect youthful energy of current fandoms and internet culture.

The Omaha-based Mixed Media Artist, Sculptor, and Product Maker uses innovative painting techniques that layer collage with inks, acrylics, and oils. Offering original art and prints in a variety of sizes. Hand-sculpted and painted Monstera Plantis sculptures are always a crowd favorite. Each one is unique and comes with it’s own cage tag and certificate of adoption. This creative booth is also filled with hand-poured Apothecary Candles in antique glassware, Apothecary jars, Cailleach kits, and mini-simmer pots all hand made with herbs and flowers most of which are grown in the artist’s own garden. Complete with everything you need to manifest your desires and make your house smell amazing all at the same time!

Local crochet artist!

Local artist selling works painted on glass, prints, keychains, pins, TTRPG content, coloring books, dice towers, DM screens and more. All created with original art.

KatzeKreations is the product of my passion for art and fandom culture! After years of drawing as a hobbyist, in 2023 I took the leap into selling my art professionally and started my shop. I create high-quality artwork portraying characters from pop culture, anime, and gaming, along with an assortment of original characters. My artwork is featured on merchandise in a variety of categories, including keychains, car decals, enamel pins, and hair accessories. You probably recognize me from my spot at Collective 365! Featuring bright colors and cutesy aesthetics, KatzeKreations aims to deliver a dose of dopamine to everyone!

Comic books, Funko pops, Pokémon and sports cards

3D printed lamps, D&D landmarks and laser burned wood art!

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Local artist selling prints, stickers and posters of original characters and fanart!

I am an artist and 3D printer but not a typically 3D printer! I make purses, earrings, beads, and also combine 3D printing with beanie baby taxidermy and i print plant pots and make crochet plant hangers for them!

Selling 3D printed action figures, Star Wars ships and characters, Halo figures, various other toys!

Local comic book artist!

Vendor buying, selling & trading video games and comic books!

Local coffee vendor who sets up in various shops around Lincoln!

Vendor specializing in vintage Batman toys, games, puzzles, collectibles & attire.

Science Fiction books

A couple that creates crochet plushies, hanging plants, fidgets, keychains and gifts for all ages. They also offer custom orders!

TipTop is an artist offering a wide variety of products, including prints, keychains, standees, bags, buttons, stickers and even custom traditional art commissions done right at the convention. From cute chibi art to dynamic action pieces, TipTop offers something for everyone.

Vendor selling anime merch, figures and prints, as well as TCG products.

Local artist who designs and sells enamel pins, small cat paintings, and live portrait drawings. 

Local artist selling crochet dice bags and other pop culture plush, dice jewelry and DND related buttons and stickers.

Caitlin Abele is a freelance illustrator, Indie comic creator, nerd, and an artistic witch.

I am the creator and maker of the figurine line called Quari-Quties! I have a small urban farm with my husband with our dogs Kira and Hermes, also our flock of chickens and ducks. I hope to bring you some nerdy creations!

Your source for signed memorabilia and other collectables!

Zazzy Cookies is a cottage food operation in SE Lincoln, specializing in artisan cookies for pickup. Look for Zazzy Cookie pop-ups around town or at local craft fairs and markets.

We sell dirty sodas and Alani energy drinks!

Pixel art recreations of video game, anime, and pop culture characters! I have prints, stickers, pins, keychains, standees, and the infamous butter sweatshirt!

Spooky and Cute decor, plushies, and accessories!

Artist selling fan art prints, stickers and charms from beloved anime, shows and games.

3D Printing group that specializes in Pokémon Fidgets and toys.

 Jodee has a love of fuse bead artwork, and has passed that down to her kids and nephew. They are all always working on a new project, and would love to chat with you about what fuse bead artwork you need in your life!

Author James W. Berg was born in Kearney, NE and calls Lincoln, NE home. He's been creating stories since the moment he put crayon to paper. He is the author of the Books of Bergonia fantasy series as well as branching over to horror with Don't Break the Rules and Murder & Magic: A Collection of Short Stories.He has always loved writing and now enjoys the ability to share his stories with the world. 

Artist selling crochet plushies, wearables plushies and sewed makeup bags. 

I do hand-burned pyrography (no lasers at all!) designs on various woods, though largely on bamboo. I do cutting boards, serving platters, keychains, ornaments, coasters, etc. I have a wide range of designs, targeting niche audiences including fans of: Assassin's Creed, Avatar: the Last Airbender, Borderlands, D&D, Fallout, Harry Potter, Zelda, The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, One Piece, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, Star Wars, Stranger Things, and Super Mario.

Illustrator selling 11x17 prints, stickers, mini prints with top loaders, metal bookmarks and metal tumblers. He also take on the spot commissions for comic book cover art and traditional art.  He has a self published comic book!

Sells TCG cards, collectibles, memorabilia, custom work and funko pops!

Gerald and Henrietta are artists that create a variety of stickers, keychains, standees and digital prints from original digital art. 

I sell mythological figurines, wooden puzzles, t-shirts, and plushies.

I create crochet familiars, garments, dice bags, handmade resin dice for dungeons and dragons and wire wrapped accessories.

We are a family of crafters, I create fine art that I put on stickers, prints, and other items, my husband works with wood and puts my art on custom journals and sometimes creates other things such as dice towers, pins, and magnets, My oldest creates crochet items and handmade cards, and my youngest creates resin items such as bookmarks and earrings. 

Local Artist! 

Jessica loves creating new custom purses and pouches!

Sells digital art, prints, Keychains and resin work.

Sells Video Games, Collectable Toys, and Pokémon Crafts!

Birdy's Doodles sells original artwork of various cartoons, anime, and video games in the form of stickers, pins, prints, and bookmarks. Aside from fan work, Birdy's Doodles also sells physical graphic novel versions of her webcomic, "Chimera Heart," which Sophia has been writing and illustrating herself for over 7 years.

Shop Address: 1110 S 9th St, Norfolk, NE 68701

I sell a variety of colorful, detailed posters, stickers and keychains of fan art from various shows, anime, and games!

Each available item features a surreal portrait drawn digitally by the artist Van Williams. Prints in multiple sizes with framing options available, keychains with custom colored hardware, unique earrings with designs encased in acrylic charms, and more!

I sell hand-stitched beanies with fan pixel art on them, as well as fantasy-inspired crochet items like mounted dragon heads!

Sell TCG trading cards!

Vendor selling fragrances used with scentsy warmers and waxes, authentic (and approved) licensed warmers such as marvel, Harry Potter, Disney and Warner brothers. On the go and home fragrance company.

Hey there I'm Callie! the artist behind crazie.art!  I make a variety of original works and fanart that I hope you'll stop by and check me out.

I sell wooden puzzles, chainmail jewelry, tiny swords (not sharp), fidget spinners, nerdy pins, and whatever other creative things strike my fancy. I do not tend to have things other artists/vendors have, when it comes to the personally creative things.

Jarvis is a vaguely talented raccoon in a trench coat.

Hey there! I’m a self taught crocheter and have been selling my handmade wares for 6 years. I specialize in crochet critters including: opossums, rats, spiders, toads, a variety of different characters and so much more.

AppleZaira Art & Slime create bold and cute pop culture influenced art and homemade scented play/sensory slime. Their art will be found as prints, stickers, pinback buttons, magnets, keychains, mousepads, air fresheners, wall hangers, tote bags, and messenger bags.

Sell Miniature figures, collectable pins, vintage toys, monster high dolls, Funko Pops and plushies!

A mix of fan art and original designed crochet, plush and accessories made with patterns 100% designed by us.