Fan Fiction Conventions

Saturday Nightmares Expo [tweet this] Saturday Nightmares Expo website

Mar 19th-21st 2010 • , Jersey City, NJ 07306

animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, halloween, harry potter, horror, lovecraft, media, monster, mystery, paranormal, pulp, renaissance, robot, science, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, twilight, zombie,

Join us for the biggest classic Horrorthon show to hit the bogs of NJ! That’s right, for all the Classic Horror fans of Bela Lugosi, Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney, Christopher Lee, Vincent Price and Peter Cushing, just to name a few! Finally an expo to celebrate these Horror legends both past and present. Not to mention from the land of the living, hand-picked vendors from across the nation. Special guests featuring George Romero, The cast and crew from Dawn of the Dead, Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Savini, John Amplas and many more! Be sure to join us for the Saturday Nightmares ROMERO Groovie Movies, with panel discussion and Q&A with the films director and cast. So set your radars for the Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City, NJ. What better place to be surrounded by Horror movie memorabilia, Model Kits, Comics, TV related toys, autographs, magazines/books, collectibles, posters and vintage toys. The theatre itself is one of the last of it’s kind filled with marble columns, bronze railings, rich red tapestries, plush carpets and sweeping staircases leading to balcony areas where you can be sure to get autographs and pics taken with your favorite Guests of Horror! So keep your scanners peeled for the most exciting, horrific terrifying Horror convention heading straight for The Landmark Loew’s Theatre in Jersey City NJ!!

I-Con [tweet this] I-Con website iconsf on Twitter I-Con MySpace

Mar 26th-28th 2010 • Suffolk Community College, Brentwood, NY 11717

art, comics, cosplay, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, furry, larp, literary, manga, media, renaissance, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, star trek, technology, video game, zombie,

I-CON is a 3 day convention of science fiction, fact and fantasy and related genres, attended by over 7,000 people each year. Guests from film and TV, Authors, artists and scientists, speak and meet with I-con members in a causal setting. Games,events, demostrations, performances, awards, films and shows are also showcased during the 3 day convention.

Animarathon [tweet this] Animarathon website Animarathon on Twitter

Mar 27th 2010 • Bowling Green University Campus, Bowling Green, OH 43403

animation, anime, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, dance, fan fiction, fantasy, film, free, manga, media, miniatures, roleplaying game, video game,

Animarathon, an annual convention hosted by Anime in Northwest Ohio, the anime club of Bowling Green State University. Animarathon features multiple anime screening rooms, informational panels, video game competitions, dealers, artists, cosplay, and more! Admission is FREE and is open to the public.

Daytona Beach Comic And Toy Show [tweet this] Daytona Beach Comic And Toy Show website

Apr 26th 2010 • Holiday Inn and Suites, Daytona Beach, FL 32118

collectibles, comics, fan fiction, horror, roleplaying game, science fiction, star wars,

At the Daytona Beach Comic and Toy Show you will find table after table of rare and highly sought after comics and related collectibles. Friendly dealers will be there to assist, inform, and appraise your collectables.

MCBA SpringCon Comic Book Celebration [tweet this] MCBA SpringCon Comic Book Celebration website

May 15th-16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds - Grandstand, Saint Paul, MN 55108

anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, fan, fan fiction, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, writing, zine,

For the 22nd consecutive year, a celebration of a singular and unique art form will take place here in the Twin Cities. The Midwest Comic Book Association is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization devoted to the recognition, appreciation, and preservation of the art of the comic book. Our annual two-day SpringCon Comic Book Convention is an event for people throughout the Upper Midwest. Fans young and old have the opportunity to meet and visit with creators, writers, and artists of independent, alternative, nationally- and internationally-known comics such as Superman, Batman, Justice League, and many others. Special events will include a show of collectibles and comic art with examples from some of the masters of the craft, as well as educational Q&A panels with professional artists and retailers. The annual charity auction will feature comic art donated by guest artists, with proceeds going to local and national charities. Live bands will perform daily. Grab bags will be given out to the first several hundred attendees, and door prizes will be awarded all weekend long. Comic dealers from across the Upper Midwest will have collectibles available ranging from investment-grade comics to that first issue of Spider-Man you read as a kid. Comics are more than just words and pictures. Join us and see the people and the art that lay just beyond the capes.

NakamaCon [tweet this] NakamaCon website nakamacon on Twitter

May 27th-31st 2010 • , Madison, WI 53719

animation, anime, art, cosplay, costume, fan fiction, film, furry, historical, larp, media, steampunk, tea party, victoriana, writing, zine,

This is the first NakamaCon. The fandoms represented will be Anime, Steampunk and Furry. Besides the normal Anime showing and panels we will be offering a Steampunk themed Live action game, a High Tea party and a Steampunk fashion show.

CONduit [tweet this] CONduit website

May 28th-30th 2010 • Radisson Downtown Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

academic, animation, anime, art, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, film, geek, historical, horror, larp, literary, lovecraft, manga, media, miniatures, monster, music, paranormal, pirate, pulp, roleplaying game, science, science fiction, space, space western, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, technology, ufo, vampire, war game, writing,

Annual general science fiction and fantasy convention held in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is the longest-running convention in Utah and in the inter-mountain west. Events and activities include panels, presentations, workshops, masquerade, a large art show, gaming, a media room and anime room, and general fun for everyone. We are a family-friendly convention.

AdventureCon [tweet this] AdventureCon website

May 28th-30th 2010 • Pigeon Forge Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

celebrity, collectibles, comics, costume, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, science, science fiction, space, star wars, video game,

Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Collectors Show! Live from the Grand Resort Hotel & Connvention Center in Pigeon Forge, TN

Con du Lac [tweet this] Con du Lac website Con du Lac MySpace

Jun 11th-13th 2010 • Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles, LA 70601

anime, art, board game, card game, celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, filk, harry potter, literary, media, miniatures, music, science, science fiction, space, star trek, technology, twilight, video game, writing,

Louisiana’s premiere Sci-Fi and Pop Culture Convention.

PortConMaine [tweet this] PortConMaine website

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!

CYPHAN [tweet this] CYPHAN website cyphan on Twitter

Jun 25th-27th 2010 • , Wheeling, IL 60090

celebrity, collectibles, comics, cosplay, doctor who, fan, fan fiction, fantasy, film, geek, goth, harry potter, horror, media, paranormal, renaissance, robot, roleplaying game, science fiction, space, star trek, star wars, stargate, steampunk, twilight, zombie,

CYPHAN is the Midwest’s very own Sci-Fi / Fantasy convention for costumers, gamers and any other Frakker that likes the genre and wants to have a good time! Celebrity guests, seminars, a Jail ’N Bail, Droid Hunt, Imperial Ball and Costume cointest are all a part of the fun!

Akron-Canton Comic Con [tweet this] Akron-Canton Comic Con website

Jun 27th 2010 • Chapparells Community Center, Akron, OH 44319

comics, fan fiction, fantasy, monster, science fiction, star trek, star wars,

HUGE One Day Comic Book Convention featuring Guest artists and publishers and great back issues.

Journey To Where [tweet this] Journey To Where website

Jul 16th-18th 2010 • Hilton Garden Inn, Austin, TX 78701

celebrity, fan fiction, film, media, science fiction,

Celebration of the classic British sci fi series "Space: 1999" featuring special guest actress Carolyn Seymour. Events include Talks, Panel Discussions, Autograph Sessions, Charity Auction, and special screenings at the Alamo Drafthouse Theater.

Vidcon [tweet this] Vidcon website

Jul 16th-18th 2010 • Hilton Bayfront, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701

fan, fan fiction, fantasy, horror, media, science fiction, zine,

Vidcon is Florida’s only con devoted to fan fiction in all it forms. Come and interact with other fans who read, write and love fan fiction. We are gen and slash friendly!

Buckeye Comic Con [tweet this] Buckeye Comic Con website

Aug 1st 2010 • Fort Rapids Indoor WaterPark & Conference Center, Columbus, OH 43232

collectibles, comics, fan fiction, science fiction, star trek, star wars,

HUGE One Day Comic Book Convention featuring Guest artists and publishers and great back issues.

Star Wars Celebration [tweet this] Star Wars Celebration website sw_celebration on Twitter

Aug 12th-15th 2010 • Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL 32819

celebrity, cosplay, fan fiction, fantasy, film, media, science fiction, space western, star wars,

Star Wars Celebration is the official Lucasfilm event celebrating all things Star Wars, produced by fans for fans. Celebrations are the largest Star Wars parties, featuring cast and crew celebrities, fans, costumes, music, live entertainment, autographs, collectibles, and panels — but mainly friends who gather to have fun and celebrate their love for the saga. From fans who first experienced A New Hope in theaters to kids just discovering Star Wars through Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Celebration touches on anything and everything connected with that galaxy far, far away.

CopperCon [tweet this] CopperCon website

Sep 4th-6th 2010 • Windemere Resort, Mesa, AZ 85205

fan fiction, fantasy, science, science fiction, star trek,

Science Fiction / Fantasy Convention. Panels for both science fiction, hard science and more.

Tampa Bay OddCon [tweet this] Tampa Bay OddCon website congrrl on Twitter

Oct 8th-10th 2010 • Doubletree Westshore Tampa, Tampa, FL 33607

anime, board game, card game, collectibles, comics, cosplay, costume, fan fiction, fantasy, geek, karaoke, literary, manga, pulp, roleplaying game, science fiction, video game, weird, writing, zombie,

The Tampa Bay OddCon is a three day Grown-up, let-it-all-hang geekstravaganza dedicated to celebrating all things in glorious geekdom! Comics, Games of all kinds, Anime and other Animation, Fantasy and Sci-Fi and so much more! This is a mature atmosphere for the immature to enjoy panels, costume contests, guest speakers and other alternative activities will keep you coming back for more! Spend a weekend with YOUR kind, OUR kind

SOULS FEST [tweet this] SOULS FEST website

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!

MCBA FallCon Comic Book Party [tweet this] MCBA FallCon Comic Book Party website MCBA FallCon Comic Book Party MySpace

Oct 16th 2010 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Saint Paul, MN 55108

animation, anime, art, card game, collectibles, comics, costume, craft, fan, fan fiction, geek, literary, manga, media, pulp, science fiction, star trek, star wars, stargate, writing, zine,

The One Day Wonder!

Necronomicon [tweet this] Necronomicon website NecroGaming on Twitter Necronomicon MySpace

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.

ZomBcon [tweet this] ZomBcon website ZomBcon on Twitter

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.

TeslaCon [tweet this] TeslaCon website

Nov 19th-21st 2010 • Radisson Inn, Madison, Madison, WI 53719

academic, art, board game, card game, costume, dance, fan fiction, film, ghosts, historical, media, music, robot, science, science fiction, steampunk, tea party, technology, vampire, victoriana, writing, zine,

A TRUE all Steam/Diesel/Gothic/convention. All aspects of retro-science fiction and fantasy will be explored with a weekend full of panels, dance, interactive theater and victorian frivolity. Besides numerous panels on writings and fan published works we will also have classes and demonstrations in fencing, dueling (a gentlemen’s sport), a NERF shooting range, and a full weekend mystery theater that takes place over the entire weekend (this includes full interaction with the players and the story). There will also be a High Tea and Runway fashion show with designers present.

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