Join us for the ultimate pop culture extravaganza at Lake Macquarie’s most anticipated event of the year – POP BAM!
Dive into a world where your favourite movies, TV shows, comics, and music come alive in a vibrant celebration of creativity, cosplay and fandom.
All your favourite exhibitors will be returning plus new activities, stallholders and events. Watch our website and follow @lakemaclibraries for the full program release.
Event details:
- Date: Saturday 26 July
- Location: Rathmines Theatre, nawayiba and Rathmines Park.
- Time: 10am-3pm
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious about pop culture, POP BAM is an inclusive event for all ages and abilities and offers something for everyone. Bring your friends, family, and your passion for all things pop culture – feel free to come in costume for an unforgettable Day.
Tickets are on sale now
- Adults $20 + booking fee
- Adults Lake Mac Arts $18 + booking fee
- Youth (5-17 years) $10 + booking fee
- Children under 5 Free
An adult must accompany children up to 15 years old.
Tickets at the gate:
- Adults $25
- Adults Lake Mac Arts $22.50
- Youth (5-17 years) $15
NSW Companion Cards can be used for entry at this event. Please show your card on entry with the ticket holder.
Don’t miss out on this epic celebration – see you at POP BAM!
Other information:
Transport
A shuttle bus will be operating between Fassifern Station and Rathmines Theatre. The Shuttle Bus Schedule will be added to our website in the weeks leading up to the festival and emailed to all ticket holders.
Children attending POP BAM
Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children aged 16 or over may attend POP BAM on their own but we strongly recommend that they be accompanied by a parent or guardian where possible. If they do attend on their own, we recommend they have a method of contacting a parent or guardian and that they be aware of where the Event Information Desk is at the event. This will be a meeting point for anyone who gets lost, separated or feels at any stage uncomfortable and needs staff assistance.
If you have any questions regarding the event or ticketing, please contact the team on 4921 0400 or email [email protected].
Lake Mac POP BAM: Code of Conduct
We want you to enjoy your time at Lake Mac POP BAM! We encourage you to make the most of what is planned for the day. POP BAM is a welcoming and harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance (including costumes), body size, race, or religion.
We ask you to be considerate of others and help create an environment where everyone feels safe and accepted. To create this safe and welcoming space for all we ask you to observe our conditions of entry
Cosplay and Weapons
We encourage everyone to dress up! If your costume includes weapons or large items, please take time to download and read the Pop Bam Cosplay and Weapons Guide
Weapons Suitability and props will be decided upon by Pop Bam staff and all weapons are to be provided for inspection at the main gate