Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-15 GMT
Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-15 GMT
Convention Finder*
*Sorry, U.S. & Canada only
Mar 12th-16th 2010 • Austin Convention Center, Austin, TX 78701
computer, technology, video game,
The SXSW Interactive Festival features five days of exciting panel content and amazing parties. Attracting digital creatives as well as visionary technology entrepreneurs, the event celebrates the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology. ScreenBurn at SXSW Interactive is the video game element of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive festival. ScreenBurn takes SXSW to the next level in terms of bringing together new media, music, film and the exploding world of video games. Whether you are a hard-core geek, a dedicated content creator, a new media entrepreneur, or just someone who likes being around an extremely creative community, SXSW Interactive is for you!
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport, Calgary, AB T2E 1L4
animation, anime, board game, collectibles, computer, cosplay, fantasy, filk, film, larp, miniatures, mystery, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate, video game,
The Calgary Games Convention (CalCon), is Western Canada’s annual convention for games of all sorts. We are focused on a variety of games and tournaments, including Board & Miniatures games, Role-Playing & Live-Action games, Cards & Collectable games, Computer & Console games, and so much more! Not only will you be able to play classic and recent games, you’ll also see unreleased games and demos, not to mention meeting some of Canada’s interesting game designers and play-testing their newest projects.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA 02115
board game, collectibles, comics, computer, roleplaying game, video game,
In 2010, something will happen. I forget what... Oh, no! I remember now! We’re bringing PAX - the finest gaming con in existence - over to your neck of the woods. PAX East takes place in Boston, Massachusetts, a town already familiar with revolution. That’s a good thing, because we’re going to revolutionize your ass off. PAX East is a three-day game festival for tabletop, videogame, and PC gamers. We call it a festival because in addition to dedicated tournaments and freeplay areas we’ve got nerdcore concerts, panel discussions, and an exhibitor hall filled with booths displaying the latest from top game publishers and developers. Even with all this amazing content the best part of PAX East is hanging out with other people who know their shit when it comes to games.
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • , Kalamazoo, MI 49008
board game, card game, computer, costume, lan, larp, miniatures, roleplaying game, video game, war game,
Annual gaming convention featuring role-playing games, collectible card games, board games, miniature wargames and a variety of other events.
Mar 27th-28th 2010 • Olympia Resort & Conference Center, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
computer, technology, video game,
The Midwest Gaming Classic is the largest all-encompassing electronic gaming event in the Midwest.
Apr 18th 2010 • Inn at Reading, Reading, PA 19610
anime, art, collectibles, computer, cosplay, fantasy, geek, larp, music, roleplaying game, video game,
FREE play all day on arcade games! Lots of great vendors with new and old-school games and supplies! Low, low, LOW $5 entrance fee! Game tournaments, including MTG! Celebrity guests!
Apr 29th-May 2nd 2010 • Valley Forge Convention Center, King of Prussia, PA 19406
animation, anime, art, collectibles, comics, computer, cosplay, craft, dance, fantasy, goth, halloween, harry potter, horror, larp, lovecraft, manga, paranormal, pirate, renaissance, roleplaying game, science fiction, victoriana, zombie,
If you like to visit conventions or have never been to one before we welcome everyone who is into Goth, horror movies, classic movies, animatronics, robots, makeup, prop building, airbrushing, or just plain anything to do with Halloween to attend. Our seminars are top notch, and you will find vendors that have products and services that will amaze you.
Apr 30th-May 1st 2010 • MIT, Cambridge, MA 02139
The first internet culture conference devoted to discussing what makes memes work, why they work, and where its all going (and then throwing a big-ass rocking party with the internet celebs themselves). It was a kickass time. We figured we’d keep doing this as long as it remains awesome.
May 6th-7th 2010 • Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3
computer, technology, video game,
Canada is home to over 260 videogame and digital entertainment studios, an ecosystem of more than 60 universities focused on gaming studies, and boast extensive business ties to Asian and European development communities. The Game Developers Conference Canada is the premier Canadian event for developers and business development professionals that offers visionary keynotes, a robust expo hall, an international business partnering forum, and evening networking events.
May 11th-14th 2010 • Terranea Resort, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
computer, science, technology,
What do you get when you merge the world’s best technology newsletter with the world’s best technology conference? New friendships, ideas, projects, and plans you can’t afford to miss. If your success depends upon having an accurate view of the future, there is no other conference in the world better than FiRe. When you leave FiRe, you’ll have met the people making technology futures.
Jun 14th 2010 • Hilton NY, New York, NY 10019
computer, geek, technology, twitter,
At TWTRCON NY, a one-day conference focused entirely on the business use of Twitter, you’ll see case studies and learn best practices from leading organizations that are using the real-time web to deliver bottom-line results.
Jun 16th-18th 2010 • SLS Hotel, Los Angeles, CA 90048
The Social Media Conference are the largest events that cover the mobile Online Community industry, the business social networking and enterprise social networking industry. The next event will be held on June 16-18, 2010 at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, USA. The Beverly Hills event will focus on the mobile online community market as well as business/enterprise social networks. The event will discuss: Business strategies, mobile technologies, enterprise/business social networking in the USA, Europe and Asia, software, partnerships, venture capital, legal issues, mobile, internet and traditional social media marketing, background search and mobile payments.
Jun 24th-27th 2010 • , South Portland, ME 04106
animation, anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, computer, cosplay, dance, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, film, geek, karaoke, lan, larp, manga, media, music, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, steampunk, video game,
PortConMaine is Maine’s biggest and longest running Anime & Gaming Convention! We happen to also be New England’s longest running convention as well. Woot! Fan run and for fans, the convention has succeeded year after year to bring anime and gaming funs events such as: a cosplay, anime music videos, two anime theaters, a video game room, panels, discussions, workshops, CCGs, miniature events, RPGs, board games, an auction, extreme geek, Cthulhu, karaoke, an artist alley, contests, free stuff, vendors, and more! Stock full of goodness, with enough events to keep you busy and wanting more- this convention is a family friendly outing for all ages!
Jul 20th-25th 2010 • Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO 64110
KansasFest is the world’s only annual convention dedicated to the Apple II, the computer that revolutionized the personal computing industry. Hobbyists, retrocomputing enthusiasts, and diehard aficionados gather from all corners of the world to build, buy, sell, swap, code, and crack. If you’re interested in the annual HackFest programming competition, taking a soldering class, or watching WarGames, there is no better company to do it with than at KansasFest, whether you’re a newcomer or a veteran.
Oct 1st-3rd 2010 • , Atlanta, GA 30339
academic, computer, geek, horror, larp, music, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, technology, vampire, video game, war game,
SOUTHERN INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT & GAME EXPO [SIEGECON.NET] is the definitive center of gravity for knowledge exchange among video game industry professionals and students in the southeastern U.S. In 2009, the show hosted more than 600 attendees enjoyed keynotes by industry luminaries, 60 break-out sessions, and 15 social/networking events over a 3-day weekend! The convention provides well-structured meet-and-greet sessions, hands-on technical demos and crash-courses, advanced seminars for business executives, access to capital advisors, individual interviews, new studio showcases, and other ground-breaking opportunities to advance your career or business, at a price affordable to both professionals and college students. The show includes special events, such as parties, music concerts, game competitions, award ceremonies, etc.
Oct 9th-Nov 9th 2010 • Julie Rogers Theatre Beaumont, tx, Beaumont, TX 77701
comics, computer, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, goth, halloween, horror, media, mystery, paranormal, science, science fiction, ufo, zine,
S.O.U.L.S. FEST will be the very first paranormal convention in Southeast Texas. S.O.U.L.S. Paranormal is excited to bring to you guest speakers from across the country and even internationally. These include Doug Carnahan & Shane Thornton from Norcal Paranormal and Norcal Ghost Talk Radio, Rob Henry of West Virginia Paranormal, Shannon Sylvia from Ghost Hunters International and Paranormal State, and also Barry Fitzgerald also of Ghost Hunters International. This Event will present a view from the most renown paranormal investigators , haunted survivors, authors and will keep you on the edge of your seat. From the most skeptic to the most seasoned ghost hunter... there will be something for everyone! So come to our awesome first annual event and meet and greet legendary Ghost Hunters, renown Paranormal Speakers, authors and much much more!
Oct 22nd-24th 2010 • Hilton Bayfront, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, computer, craft, dance, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, film, geek, goth, horror, larp, literary, lovecraft, manga, miniatures, music, paranormal, pirate, renaissance, robot, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, twitter, vampire, video game, weird, writing, zombie,
Necronomicon is a Convention for Science-Fiction, Fantasy and Horror fans based in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, now in its 29th year! Our GoH this year is none other than David Gerrold, author of many wonderful works including everyone’s favorite Star Trek episode “Trouble With Tribbles”. Featuring gaming, panels, trivia, video, costumes, LARP, LAN, Dealer’s Room, Art Show, Con Suite, Guest of Honor Banquet, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog - The Sing-Along, Necronomi-Prom, Ghourmet Bheer Tasting, Adult Scavenger Hunt, Charity Raffle and Filk.
Oct 29th-31st 2010 • Seattle Center, Seattle, WA 98109
academic, animation, art, board game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, computer, cosplay, costume, dance, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, goth, halloween, historical, horror, karaoke, literary, media, monster, music, pulp, roleplaying game, romance, science fiction, star trek, technology, twitter, video game, weird, westerns, writing, zombie,
ZomBcon mashes the obsession of an extreme fan culture, together with the leading edge of entertainment industry hysteria for fans of all ages to celebrate one of the world’s most electrifying movie icons, the Zombie.
Mar 11th-13th 2011 • Boise Airport Holiday Inn, Boise, ID 83705
anime, celebrity, computer, cosplay, fan, lan, science fiction,
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