The 2026 X3 Expo kicked off on January 16 at the historic Hollywood Palladium, drawing a large crowd of fans eager to meet their favorite adult stars. The event marked the fifth annual edition of X3 and featured an all-star lineup of performers.
Opening Ceremony Sets the Tone
Spectators poured into the Palladium with palpable excitement as the event officially got underway. Fans' eyes lit up as they crossed the threshold of the iconic venue, sharing in the kind of once-a-year energy that defines X3: a convergence of anticipation, admiration, and celebration.
The energy reached its crescendo as the X3 All-Stars took center stage for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony. Dressed in eye-catching red lingerie and matching stiletto boots, Violet Brandani, Anna Claire Clouds, Lulu Chu, Cherie DeVille, Aubrey Kate, Romi Rain, Hailey Rose, and Luna Star stepped into the spotlight as fans erupted with cheers.
Anna Claire Clouds, 2025 XMAs Female Performer of the Year, shouted "Welcome to the X3 Expo!" and cut the ribbon as her fellow All-Stars cheered behind her. The ceremony set the festive tone for a weekend fueled by star power, fan devotion, and the unmistakable thrill of X3.
Meet-and-Greets and Onstage Sessions
On the show floor, the vibe was cheerful and upbeat as high-fiving fans lined up to meet and greet their favorite adult superstars. Two-time XMAs winner Blake Blossom exclaimed, "It's only been 45 minutes, and I already have a line!"
Blossom gushed about how much she appreciates the time, effort, and expense that many of her fans undertake just to meet her.
Expanded Attractions and New All-Stars
X3 Expo has announced its return to the Hollywood Palladium on January 16-17, 2026, unveiling a fresh roster of featured talent and new event attractions. The two-day event will bring together a wide spectrum of the adult industry from creators and performers to brands and fans under one roof.
Organizers promise an even more immersive experience for attendees, combining meet-and-greets, exclusive product showcases, screenings, and live performances. Headlining the 2026 edition are the newly announced X3 All-Stars, a handpicked lineup of acclaimed adult entertainers:
- Violet Brandani
- Anna Claire Clouds
- Lulu Chu
- Cherie DeVille
- Aubrey Kate
- Romi Rain
- Hailey Rose
- Luna Star
Key Facts
- The 2026 X3 Expo took place on January 16-17 at the historic Hollywood Palladium.
- The event featured an all-star lineup of performers, including Violet Brandani, Anna Claire Clouds, Lulu Chu, Cherie DeVille, Aubrey Kate, Romi Rain, Hailey Rose, and Luna Star.
- Anna Claire Clouds cut the ribbon at the official opening ceremony as 2025 XMAs Female Performer of the Year.
- The event included meet-and-greets, exclusive product showcases, screenings, and live performances.
- X3 Expo has announced its return to the Hollywood Palladium in 2026 with new all-stars and expanded attractions.