ComplexCon is marking its 10th anniversary this weekend with its first-ever Los Angeles edition, bringing streetwear, sneakers, music, art, food and pop culture together across downtown Los Angeles.

The two-day event takes place October 3 and 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, with headline concerts at Crypto.com Arena. More than 300 brands are participating in the anniversary edition, making it one of the largest ComplexCon events to date.

A Decade of ComplexCon Comes to Los Angeles

ComplexCon launched in 2016 and has developed into a major gathering for brands, artists, designers, collectors and fans interested in streetwear and contemporary culture.

After recent editions in Las Vegas and the launch of ComplexCon Hong Kong, the festival is bringing its 10-year celebration to Los Angeles for the first time.

The official event schedule lists convention hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday.

Playboi Carti and Hiroshi Fujiwara Lead the Creative Direction

Playboi Carti and Japanese streetwear pioneer Hiroshi Fujiwara of Fragment Design are serving as artistic directors for the 2026 edition.

Carti is also part of the weekend’s music lineup, giving him a role that extends beyond the concert stage. Fujiwara brings decades of influence across streetwear, sneakers, music and design.

Their involvement reflects the way ComplexCon has increasingly blended music, fashion and visual culture into one large event.

More Than 300 Brands Fill the Marketplace

The ComplexCon marketplace features more than 300 brands spanning fashion, footwear, streetwear, art, collectibles and design.

Major names participating include Nike, Fear of God, BAPE, Vans, Ray-Ban, Timberland, Mitchell & Ness, New Era and other established and emerging labels.

The marketplace is also built around exclusive releases, collaborations and limited-edition products, giving attendees opportunities to find items that are not part of ordinary retail displays.

Playboi Carti and Ken Carson Headline the Concerts

The anniversary weekend includes a major 00pium takeover at Crypto.com Arena.

Ken Carson headlines the Saturday night concert on October 3, with HXG and ApolloRed1 also scheduled to perform.

On Sunday, October 4, Playboi Carti takes the stage alongside Destroy Lonely and F1lthy. The concerts are part of the larger ComplexCon experience, with convention ticket holders able to attend the marketplace and other daytime programming according to the event’s ticket structure.

ThriftCon Adds a Massive Vintage Marketplace

One of the biggest additions this year is ThriftCon, which is taking over an entire exhibition hall inside the Los Angeles Convention Center.

The vintage section covers more than 100,000 square feet and features more than 100 dealers and collectors.

Visitors can browse vintage clothing, archival streetwear, watches, jewelry, sports memorabilia, collectibles and other hard-to-find pieces.

Food Gets Its Own Spotlight

ComplexCon is also bringing back its Family Style Food Festival as part of the weekend.

More than 30 restaurants and chefs are participating, combining food with streetwear and brand collaborations. The lineup includes pizza, burgers, tacos, coffee, seafood, poke and other popular Los Angeles food offerings.

The setup gives visitors another reason to spend time at the convention beyond shopping and live entertainment.

Live Conversations Bring Creators to the Floor

ComplexCon’s live conversation series is returning with discussions covering music, fashion, sneakers, entertainment and innovation.

Among the scheduled conversations are a live edition of Sneaker Shopping with WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes and discussions involving figures such as Kai Cenat, Jerry Lorenzo, Lil Yachty, Rich Paul and Shannon Sharpe.

The programming gives fans an opportunity to see creators and personalities discuss the trends shaping music, fashion and sneaker culture.

A Major Weekend for Los Angeles Culture

The 2026 edition represents a significant shift for ComplexCon as the festival arrives in the city for the first time.

The Los Angeles Convention Center will host the main convention, while Crypto.com Arena will handle the evening concerts. The two venues are part of the broader L.A. LIVE area in downtown Los Angeles.

With hundreds of brands, exclusive drops, vintage shopping, food, live panels and major performances packed into one weekend, ComplexCon’s 10th anniversary is designed as more than a traditional trade show or music festival.

ComplexCon Marks 10 Years in Los Angeles

ComplexCon’s first Los Angeles edition brings together many of the elements that have defined the festival since its launch in 2016.

From limited sneaker releases and vintage finds to live performances and food collaborations, the anniversary event is giving fans a large-scale look at the brands and creators shaping contemporary U.S. pop culture.

The 10th anniversary celebration continues through Sunday, October 4, at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.