The Fortress takes part in a variety of events throughout the year. Some, like filming activities or fundraising, involve a few people. Others are much bigger and involve a large group. Here are some of these key events.
Comic-Cons
Since the beginning, comic-cons have been the largest gatherings for the Fortress. These huge annual events are where actors, authors, pop-culture artists, and cosplayers share their passion with the public.
The Imperial Fortress gets involved with an information booth, photo booth, conferences, and information panels where we discuss our costumes and our mission.
One of our major gatherings is Montreal Comiccon, which attracted more than 67,000 visitors in 2026. Our members take turns at the booth to meet the public.
Quebec City Comiccon, founded in 2014, attracted about 23,000 visitors in 2025. Conventions also take place beyond the major urban centres. In 2016, the Fortress participated in the first edition of the Shawicon (Shawinigan), the Saggeek (Saguenay), and at least two cosplay festivals in Trois-Rivières.
St. Patrick's Day Parades
For the last few years, the Imperial Fortress has also participated in the Hudson and Montreal St. Patrick's Day parades. For the occasion, our members get creative with their costumes to better blend in with the nature of the event.
Hospital Visits
Hospital visits are among our most touching and personal activities. In 2016, the Fortress twice visited Sainte-Justine Children's Hospital in Montreal.
With the help of the hospital volunteers, we visited the various departments where we can bring smiles to the kids and their families. When they see stormtroopers and other Star Wars characters (and droids) enter their room, we can hope to help them forget about their problems even if it's just for a little while. In 2016, members of the 501st Legion, the Rebel Legion, and the Mandalorian Mercs visited the hospital.
Movie Theatres
When a new Star Wars movie is released, it is always a big event for us. Past appearances have included screenings of The Force Awakens and Rogue One. For these releases, we are often invited by movie theatres to promote the films and entertain the crowds.