Wrestling fans from across Florida will descend on St. Augustine this June as River City Wrestling Con returns for a two-day celebration packed with legendary wrestlers, live matches, autograph sessions, cosplay, vendors, and family-friendly entertainment.
The annual convention will take place June 6-7, 2026, at the World Golf Village Renaissance Resort, located at 500 South Legacy Trail in St. Augustine. Organizers describe the event as Florida’s premier wrestling convention, featuring nearly 100 wrestling stars and attractions spread across two full days.
Doors open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, while VIP ticket holders can enter early at 10 a.m. for vendor hall access. The box office opens daily at 9 a.m.
River City Wrestling Con continues growing into one of Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture and wrestling events, blending professional wrestling nostalgia with modern fan experiences. Attendees can expect celebrity meet-and-greets, Q&A panels, live wrestling matches, gaming areas, merchandise vendors, and costume contests throughout the weekend. This year’s convention will also feature several high-profile wrestling personalities and celebrity guests. Fans will have opportunities to purchase autograph sessions, photo packages, and exclusive VIP experiences throughout the event weekend.
General admission ticket prices currently range from approximately $40 to $120 depending on package level and admission type. Weekend VIP passes, single-day tickets, weekend general admission, and family ticket bundles remain available online through the official River City Wrestling Con website. Children ages 10 and younger receive free admission with a paid adult ticket.
Visitors planning to attend should expect ample onsite parking at the World Golf Village Renaissance Resort. The venue offers large event parking areas designed to accommodate convention traffic throughout the weekend. Guests staying at the resort can also take advantage of hotel amenities and nearby dining options within World Golf Village. Organizers recommend arriving early, especially for attendees hoping to secure autograph opportunities or attend specific panel discussions. Popular meet-and-greet lines often fill quickly during major wrestling conventions.
The Renaissance Resort also offers complimentary shuttle transportation to and from downtown St. Augustine for hotel guests based on availability, giving out-of-town visitors additional options for exploring the city after convention hours. River City Wrestling Con markets itself as a family-friendly event designed for longtime wrestling fans as well as younger audiences discovering the sport for the first time. Alongside wrestling memorabilia vendors and live entertainment, attendees can browse collectibles, vintage merchandise, apparel, toys, artwork, and specialty wrestling items from across multiple eras of professional wrestling history.
Organizers encourage fans to purchase tickets early because several VIP packages and specialty experiences have already begun selling out online.
Additional information, guest announcements, schedules, and ticket purchasing details are available through the official River City Wrestling Con website.
