KwaZulu-Natal’s largest pop culture gathering brings cosplay, eSports, trading card tournaments, creator panels and hundreds of vendors to the playTSOGO Globe for three days, 18–20 December 2026.
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA — This December, Durban’s fans no longer have to travel to find a convention built for them. From 18 to 20 December 2026, The Big Bang Infinity Convention takes over the playTSOGO Globe at Suncoast, bringing together cosplayers, gamers, collectors, artists and families for what organisers are calling the city’s biggest pop culture event to date.
Hosted by The Big Bang Store, Durban’s specialist trading card and hobby gaming retailer, and produced by Fair Trade Events, the three-day convention is designed to give KwaZulu-Natal’s growing fan community a home-grown, large-scale event of a kind previously found only in Johannesburg or overseas.
“Durban has always had the fans, the collectors and the cosplayers — what it hasn’t had is a home built for all of them, in one place, at the same time. This is that home.” — Zane Ramnundlall, Director, The Big Bang Store
Across the three days, visitors can expect cosplay showcases, eSports tournaments and dedicated gaming zones, trading card game tournaments and organised play, creator and industry panels, artist alleys and vendor stalls, official licensed merchandise, food stalls, and special activations including a Pokémon-themed party and a KPop Demon Hunters stage experience.
A First for the City
While similar large-format pop culture conventions have run in Johannesburg for several years, Durban has not previously hosted an event of this scale. Organisers say the convention was built specifically to serve KwaZulu-Natal’s community of collectors, gamers and cosplayers, many of whom have historically had to travel out of province — or order internationally — to access this kind of event and merchandise.
What Visitors Can Expect
COSPLAY
Showcases celebrating the craftsmanship and creativity of both emerging and experienced cosplayers.
GAMING & ESPORTS
Dedicated gaming zones and competitive eSports tournaments running across all three days.
TRADING CARDS
Organised play and tournaments for the region’s trading card game community.
CREATORS & PANELS
Appearances, conversations and panels with creators, artists and industry personalities.
COLLECTIBLES & SHOPPING
Artist and vendor stalls offering collectibles, trading cards, artwork and official licensed merchandise.
FOOD & ACTIVATIONS
Food stalls and special activations, including a Pokémon Party and a KPop Demon Hunters stage experience.
Event Details
Event: The Big Bang Infinity Convention
Dates: Friday, 18 – Sunday, 20 December 2026
Hours: 10:00–21:00 daily
Venue: The playTSOGO Globe, Suncoast Casino, Hotels & Entertainment, Suncoast Boulevard, O.R. Tambo Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Tickets: From R150, available via Quicket
Website: infinity.durban
Instagram: @infinity.durban
Media Accreditation & Interviews
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the event. Interview opportunities are available with The Big Bang Store’s organising team ahead of and during the convention, and media accreditation can be arranged on request.
High-resolution imagery, event branding assets and further background information are available on request.
Media Contact
Contact: The Big Bang Store
Call / WhatsApp: +27 68 227 0345
Email: info@bigbanggaming.co.za
Address: Shop 4, The Auroras, 9 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga, Durban, 4320
Background Information
About The Big Bang Infinity Convention
The Big Bang Infinity Convention is a three-day celebration of pop culture taking place at the playTSOGO Globe at Suncoast from 18–20 December 2026. Bringing together gaming, cosplay, collectibles, trading cards, creators, artists and immersive experiences, it is designed as a meeting place for Durban’s diverse fandom communities — and the city’s first event of this scale.
About The Big Bang Store
The Big Bang Store is Durban’s destination for trading card games, board games, tabletop gaming and collectibles, based in Umhlanga Rocks. It hosts a regular calendar of community events and tournaments for the region’s hobby gaming scene.
About Fair Trade Events
Fair Trade Events is the production partner behind The Big Bang Infinity Convention, responsible for bringing the three-day experience to life at Suncoast.