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“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.”
“The National Gothic Convention is the largest gathering of Goth, Horror and Halloween fans in the country. This Show Event will take place April 30th, May 1st, and May 2nd in 2010 at the Valley Forge Convention Center in King of Prussia, PA. This annual event will feature information on the latest Goth Trends, professional Goth Makeup suppliers, Gothic clothes, Leather, DVD’s, Gothic accessories, jewelry, and much more!”

“OutLantaCon [is] the new Atlanta-based geek event for GLBT/Other fans! Plans are well underway for our Spring 2010 convention. We are finalizing our programming now and will have new information online in the coming weeks.”

“With activities for fans of all ages, Vulcan Events strives to become the premier fan-produced conventions in the United States. We bring you the best stars to the best places. Our attendees enjoy a myriad of exciting events at every convention including autograph and memorabilia auctions, costume contests, innovative games, a lively dance party with disc jockey, autograph sessions, Q&A sessions and panel discussions with the best stars, and even special events and games developed expressly for children. Vulcan Events…it’s the logical choice!”

“The greatest STAR TREK & Sci-Fi Media Convention turns 19! FedCon is the annual gathering of the world’s finest students, teachers, doctors, lawyers, corporate heads and professionals in celebration of the legend that became STAR TREK and it’s creator Gene Roddenberry. FedCon provides a think tank for the world’s most imaginative minds who would go on to revolutionize medicine, space exploration, and consumer technology.”

“AnachroCon is a retro sci-fi, alternate history convention that takes place in Atlanta, GA the first weekend in May. AnachroCon is the place in the South for Steampunk, History, Alternate History, Sciences, Music, Classic Sci-Fi Literature and the most amazing costuming you’ve ever seen!”

Event	Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Type	Renaissance
Dates	April 10 through May 31, 2010
Location	Scarborough Renaissance Festival 2511 FM66 Waxahachie Texas 75167 USA Phone: 1 972.938.3247
Website	SRFestival.com
Remarks	All ages Regular Admission: $21.99 Adults, $8.50 Children (ages 5-12) Children age 4 and under are free Parking is free Student Days, May 4 & 5 Highland Games, April 24 & 25 Daily Falconry demonstrations 3 Full Combat Jousts take place each day 21 stages with over 200 performances daily

“Scarborough Renaissance Festival is a Renaissance-themed festival based on the year 1533, during the reign of England’s King Henry VIII. [It is set on] a 35 acre ‘village’ (larger than most area shopping malls) within a 167 acre site. The Festival runs 8 consecutive weekends and Memorial Day Monday each spring.”

“Saturdays & Sundays, 10am – 7pm.
Our Faire is 20 acres of pure fun! 13 stages offer variety entertainment all day long. In addition, we dazzle you with a fully armored joust, the Queen and her glittering Court, amazing arts and crafts, delicious food, fine spirits, music, dance, parades, rides and games. Join us for a day of play”

“85 Tables of Comics, Videos, Toys, Action Figures, Anime, Star Wars,
Artwork, Trading Cards & Fun!”

“COSTUME-CON is an annual conference about costumes. The convention has its roots in science fiction and fantasy conventions and historic re-enactment type events, but all forms of costuming are welcome, including anime, fursuit, etc. Costume-Con is a “travelling” national-level convention, and is in a different city and run by a different committee each year. Rendevous with your fellow c.o.s.t.u.m.e. spies, past, present, or future! SF fans, Historical Reenactors, Cosplayers, Furries, Theater Folk, Ethnic Heritage Performers all encouraged to report for duty.”

“The Toronto Comic Arts Festival exists to promote the breadth and diversity of comics, and what is considered comics, as legitimate medium of literary and artistic worth. The Toronto Comic Arts Festival is a unique comics event, patterned after comics festivals like Angouleme, Harlem, and the Small Press Expo. It is two full days of comics-related events, including readings, presentations, panel discussions, gallery shows, and a large exhibition area featuring publishers and comic authors and artists. We like to describe it as ‘unconventional’.”

“Boasting more than 100 dealer, artist, and guest tables, you are sure to find something exciting! We also host sanctioned and just-for-fun tournaments for the hottest CCGs. Be sure to join us for the coolest event in western North Carolina!”

Easy access from Rt 3 or Rt 46.
The NYC bus from Port Authority stops at the door.
Free admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Easy free parking. Comics from GA to present. The world’s friendliest dealers! No minimum bid auction around noon. Monthly shows since 1991!

“MOBICON is…an annual three-day convention for fantasy, science fiction, horror, comic book, anime, and gaming fans.”

“SPWF is the first East Coast event to welcome Steampunks, Neo-Victorians, Retro-futurists, Gas Lamp Fantasists, and any and all others who consider themselves part of steampunk into a weekend long festival celebrating all things steamy!”

“The Rock Financial Showplace in beautiful Novi, Michigan is the new home to the Motor City Comic Con. Novi is a suburb of Detroit in Oakland county. Rock Financial Showplace has a $5.00 parking fee.
FRI. 12:30pm – 7pm / SAT. 10:30am – 6pm / SUN. 10:30am – 5pm
Advance ticket holders admitted 30 minutes early each day!”

“Anime Central (ACen) is Chicago’s and the Midwest’s largest anime, manga and Japanese popular culture convention. ACen brings fans together with guests from the Japanese and US sectors of the anime and manga industry, as well as gaming, cinema, and Asian culture personalities. The event includes a huge exhibit hall, a massive video game room, concerts, dances, educational panels and workshops, premiere screenings, autograph sessions, 24-hour video rooms, tabletop gaming and much, much more!”

“Mission Statement: To provide the highest quality interactive educational entertainment ensuring all participants (patrons, cast and crew) not only have fun but also come away from each event with increased knowledge.
The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court.”

“The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries. We provide an atmosphere and entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature, and, of course, by the Faeries themselves. Yes, we believe in Faeries! Through the Faerie heritage, we encourage love, cooperation, peace, harmony, and respect for all beings, along with a pinch of mischief!”

“FANATICON is a labor of love by an enthusiastic team of local comic book and pop culture fans. We are very excited about producing a fun and successful convention that will hopefully continue annually for years to come!”

“The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention…is an annual gathering of comic book artists, writers, their fans and retailers who are interested in discussing, buying and selling comic books, sci-fi, action figures and related material by and / or about Black superheroes…. In addition, the Convention also features panel discussions, self-publishing and graphic arts workshops for aspiring creators, and film screenings of works of veterans and amateurs alike. The Convention is held in Philadelphia each May preceded by a reception / awards ceremony. The ECBACC is the first bona fide “Black Comic Book Convention” in Philadelphia, PA, and serves as a replicable model for community-based comic book conventions.
The Glyph Comics Awards recognize the best in comics made by, for, and about people of color from the preceding calendar year.”

“An old-fashioned, family friendly comic book convention! Featuring a virtual galaxy of comic book creators and dealers from all over the USA. Something for everyone and everyone is welcome!”

A Show for the Fans by the Fans;

“Bringing a comic show to your front door. Check out what some of our dealers are selling and cool books that were purchased at the show.
Email us your likes and dislikes. We are always trying to better the show locations, times, and dealer pool.”

“Welcome to CanGames, the longest-running games convention in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and all of Canada!
At Ottawa’s CanGames, you can play:
• RPGs (role playing games) such as Dungeons & Dragons
• Board games such as Carcassone, Risk, and Settlers of Catan
• Collectable card games such as Magic the Gathering
• Miniatures games such as Warhammer, Flames of War, DBA
And many more!”

“Keycon is Winnipeg’s science fiction and fantasy convention… held every May.”

Newly opened this year and located right on the U of C campus, Hotel Alma has 140 luxurious rooms made up primarily of trendy euro bedroom suites and gorgeous two bedroom suites.

“Come join your fellow air pirates, burlesque performers, time travelers, mad scientists, ladies, gentlemen, madmen, tinkerers and enthusiasts of all things steampunk.”

Tables are only $25! (35 tables)

“Join the Mayfaire Renaissance Festival for all the fun and adventure with a fantastic line up of daily Entertainment. Join the Queen, Princess, and the court, as they frolic at the Mayfaire Renaissance Festival. Join in the festivities around the Maypole, the Queen’s Tournament, or perhaps a lite Tea with the Queen.”

“We are one of the newest and fastest growing Renaissance Faires in Wisconsin! The Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire in Wisconsin offers opportunities for entertainment that are affordable, accessible, and high-quality. Parking is free! Ticket prices are significantly more reasonable than other Renaissance Faires in Wisconsin. We offer package discounts and coupons throughout the season.”

The hotel offers great amenities including a Sports Bar and Restaurant. It is centrally located on RT 10, just minutes from RTs 80, 280, 287, 78 and the Garden State Parkway. Tons of shopping, restaurants and entertainment nearby if the person driving with you to the show isn’t into comics.

Door Prize: two 2-packs of tickets to see ANVIL for FREE!

“Welcome to the Maine Comics Arts Festival! This festival celebrates the wonderful world of comic books, comic strips, graphic novels, web comics and more. The festival will feature a wide variety of comic creators, writers, artists and publishers. We will have over 70 comic writers and artists on hand for this event. There will be everyone from mini comics publishers to seasoned professionals. The guests will have their own work available for sale. Some people will be doing sketches and selling original artwork. Others will have t-shirts, buttons and posters. All of them have one thing in common…a love of comics.”

“From the Past, into the Future, Crossroads Lead to New Frontiers.
Join educators, museum specialists, scholars, students, makers and marketers of fashion, and other clothing enthusiasts for the 36th annual CSA meeting in the crossroads of Kansas City, Missouri.”

For four days in May, Anime Oasis features special guests, exciting events and a large dealer’s room full of anime related merchandise for sale. Anime Oasis provides a complete weekend of entertainment at affordable prices.

“For many of you this is your first exposure to our convention. NakamaCon was from its first conception to be a convention that literally means “A circle of friends”. The focus is to meet new people, expand your fannish base and have fun. In Wisconsin there are several conventions, but none of them cater to the specific fandoms we wanted to. So starting in 2010 Madison Wisconsin will have a convention that will be an Anime / Anthropomorphic / Steam Punk event. The best part is since we are centrally located states like Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, and Minnesota are all just a little ways away.”

“Four days of family gaming fun in the San Francisco Bay Area! The largest gaming convention on the West Coast happens yearly on Memorial Day Weekend! Come join the fun!”

“Dixiecon is the longest-running Diplomacy tournament on the East Coast, featuring three rounds of Diplomacy and all the open boardgaming you can shake a stick at! Come to the tournament that has been the scene of thrilling Diplomacy gaming since 1987…! The tournament is held at Granville Towers, a private dorm adjacent to the UNC campus, and directly on the main business street in Chapel Hill, Franklin Street.”

“CONduit, Utah’s longest-running and largest general science fiction and fantasy convention, is celebrating its 20th anniversay! Come celebrate with us!
Each year CONduit sponsors a number of contests for its members. There is something for the writer, the artist, the film maker, the crafter, the chef and much more.”

Celebrity guests include Billy Dee Williams, Kiowa Gordon (Twilight), Jake Lloyd (Star Wars).
Comic guests include Marty Wolfman, Gary Friedich, Steve Scott, GW Fisher.
Other guests include Mick Foley, Raven, Lilian Garcia and Sandra Taylor.

“MediaWest*Con is the definitive gathering of Science Fiction/Media fandom, held each Memorial Day Weekend in Lansing, Michigan. MediaWest*Con is…a celebration of the diversity of SF/Media fandom, run by fans, for fans, and is staffed entirely by volunteers. MediaWest*Con traditionally features the Art Show and Auction, Fanzine Reading Room, Fannish Videos, Masquerade, Dealers’ Room, Fan Quality Awards, Fan Fund, both a Con Suite (AKA Hospitality Suite) and a Party Suite, and many, many, panels on a wide variety of topics representing many areas of interest. Programming is determined by member input and participation. We have no official guests.”

“The mission of Animazement is to provide an introduction to Japanese Language and Culture, through the world of Japanese Animation and Manga.
For three days each spring, we bring together a diverse group of attendees, volunteers, special Japanese and American guests, panelists, and our staff, and together we share in celebrating Japanese entertainment and visual culture. Our activities span the various genres of anime, manga, video games, J-pop/J-rock, martial arts, traditional arts and crafts, and more, all in a family-friendly, festival-like atmosphere.”

“FanimeCon is its own entity where it takes not one, but many people to bring it together. Fans from across California and beyond band together and bring life into one of the largest anime conventions in the state.”

“Our conventions offer the chance to play, watch and buy a variety of board games, card games, miniatures, roleplaying, collectables, and computer games.”