To the Twin Cities, my X-Men! Mutants from around the world descended on Minneapolis, Minnesota for the 3rd annual Uncanny Experience. Dubbed “Summer School,” the event took place July 12-13th, and the mansion was heated up with love for the X-Men. Immersive rooms sprung to life, mysteries challenged the curious, and classrooms were filled with eager minds wanting to dissect every aspect of the lore.
Nate Weir (Cyclops) and Michelle Waffle (Jean Grey) reenact an iconic JEANNN moment. Photo by Loco FX.
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the animated series X-MEN: EVOLUTION, the event featured special guests Maggie Blue O’Hara (Kitty Pryde), Meghan Black (Rogue), and Steven E. Gordon (animation director/character designer). Tyler Mane, who portrayed Sabretooth in the 2000 X-MEN film and DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE was also present to mark the 25th Anniversary of the live action film. Creatives of X-MEN: THE ANIMATED SERIES Eric & Julia Lewald alongside director Larry Houston and voice actress Catherine Disher (Jean Grey) gave a deep dive into the character of Jean in the series as a the heart and soul of the team. Comic creators Benjamin Percy (Wolverine, X-Force) and Ashley Allen (Magik) were onhand to discuss their work in the industry, and iconic comic scribe Gail Simone returned to The Uncanny Experience to lead the emotionally charged Graduation Ceremony where she gave a commencement speech citing “she’d rather be an X-Man”.
Gail Simone gives a spotlight lecture on her work in X-Men comics.
Once classes were over, attendees were treated to an epic After Party where the Student Hall was transformed into a Krakoan Forest. Party-goers arrived with their own red carpet and entered through a Krakoan Gate to enjoy drinks at the Green Lagoon and dance to incredible mixes by DJ Neon Horror, topped off with an unbeatable drag show featuring D’Manda Martini, Aurora Veil, Dean Demonic, and Lala Luzious.
Attendees pose next to the “Green Lagoon” bar at the After Party in the Mansion. Photo by Telemascus.
If you were a VIP or Omega ticket holder, you had the opportunity to be inducted into the Hellfire Club where the Black King Sebastian Shaw, and his queen Jean Grey, welcomed new recruits with a sultry “Dance of the Phoenix” only to have the festivities interrupted by an unwanted guest.
Odfel (Jean Grey) performs the dance of the Phoenix at the Hellfire Club ceremony. Photo by Loco FX.
At the Graduation Ceremony, dates for the next edition were announced and fans can plan ahead to return to Minneapolis for September 12-13, 2026. Tickets are now available (with an Early Bird discount running until August 1st). Visit www.theuncannyexperience.com for more details and a way to get your tickets early.
Check out images below from the event weekend:
Co-founder Chris Riley celebrates with attendees at The After Party in the Mansion. Photo by Telemascus.
Tyler Mane poses with Lydon Grossi (Wolverine) and Suzukichan Cosplay (X-23). Photo by Charlie Nolan.
Drag performer Dean Demonic slays the crowd as Winter Soldier Wolverine. Photo by Loco FX.
An attendee in the Game Room.
Euphoria BJC (Rogue) and Alain Diaz (Nightcrawler). Photo by Loco FX.
Attendee in the Student Hall. Photo by Loco FX.
Attendees seated inside the Lecture Hall ready for class to start. Photo by Loco FX.
Maggie Blue O’Hara (Kitty Pryde, X-Men: Evolution) and Meghan Black (Rogue, X-Men: Evolution) share a moment at the Omega Reception. Photo by Loco FX.
Num (Storm) with members of Punk Black at the VIP Breakfast reception. Photo by Loco FX.
Comic writer Benjamin Percy inside the Mutant Market. Photo by Loco FX.
Attendees shop in the Mutant Market. Photo by Loco FX.
Jordan Olsen (Deathbird) greets attendees at her Royal Court Appointment activation. Photo by Loco FX.
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