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Chibi-Pa: Go!!!!! 2010

Filed under: Anime — Tags: , — Mistress Fen @ 8:20 pm August 25, 2010
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Event Chibi-Pa: Go!!!!!
Title GO!!!!! The number five in Japanese is pronounced [go], hence this year’s title
Type Japanese Anime and Culture
Dates August 27 – 29, 2010
Location Hilton Airport Palm Beach Hotel
150 Australian Avenue
West Palm Beach, Florida, 33406 USA
Tel: 1-561-684-9400
Website ChibiPa.com
Remarks All ages
Dave and Brian: Musical Comedy Geeks
Kickball and Japanese kite flying
General, Cosplay, Fur, and 18+ events
Party floor!

“Chibi-Pa was organized as an Anime and Cultural Festival. We try to the best of our ability to bring in events and guests that will expand the knowledge of Japanese Anime to fans. We try to show programming that may not yet be available in the United States. We also try to have programming that is available but attendees may not see unless shown. We hope that Chibi-Pa has a little something for all guests.”

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Atama Kon 2010

Filed under: Anime — Tags: , — Mistress Fen @ 2:16 am June 29, 2010
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Event Atama Kon 2010
Tagline Atama Kon is coming… Are you ready?
Type Anime
Dates August 13-15, 2010
Location Ramada Orlando Celebration
6375 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
Kissimmee, Florida 34747 USA
Phone: 1-407-390-5800
Toll Free: 1-877-467-5786
Website AtamaKon.com
Remarks Hall and Stage Cosplay Contests
AMV Contest
Guest Jennie Breeden: Web Comic Artist of The Devils Panties and Customers Suck.
Guest Bobby Lee Black: TV, film and stage actor, stunt performer, fight choreographer and former pro wrestler.
Body Paint Show (With Property of Body Art)
Workshops, Table Top Gaming
Mayhem Battle of the Bands
Fall Out E.B.M Dance Party
S.E.A.D.S LAN Parties and Viewing Rooms

“What Is Atama Kon? Atama Kon is A 3-day action packed event celebrating anime, animation, video games, larps, table top gaming, comic books, music, sci-fi and fantasy. ATAMAKON features special guests, panels, cosplayers, artists, costume and cosplay contests, anime, vendors, body painting, live music, rave parties, parties and more parties!!! Get special ticket prices and VIP access for preordering tickets now! Special hotel rates are available at the host hotel! Hurry, space is limited so book your rooms now!”

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Yasumicon 8 2010

Filed under: Anime,Events — Tags: , , — Mistress Fen @ 4:01 pm May 31, 2010
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Event Yasumicon 8
Theme We’re celebrating by going 8-bit!
Type Gaming, Anime
Dates July 17-18, 2010
Location Florida International University
Graham Center and Library Auditorium
1200 S.W. 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33174 USA
Phone: 1-305-348-2297
Website Yasumicon
Remarks Maid Café by epic SugarWorks
Who’s Cosplay is it Anyway?
Costume/Cosplay Contest— Come to Yasumicon dressed up as
your favorite anime, manga, or video game character and put your
costuming talents to the test!

“Yasumicon is Florida’s largest free anime convention and made possible through the generous funding from the Council for Student Organizations and the Student Government Association of FIU as well as every single vendor who chooses to attend Yasumicon each year.”

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Ancient City Con IV 2010

Filed under: Anime,Events,Fantasy,Gaming,Science Fiction — Tags: , — Mistress Fen @ 3:23 pm
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Event Ancient City Con IV
Theme A convention for fans of science fiction, fantasy, anime & gaming.
Type Anime, Sci-Fi, Gaming
Dates July 10-11, 2010
Location Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 East Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32202 USA
Phone: 1-904-588-1234
Call 1-800-233-1234 when making reservations and ask specifically for the Ancient City Con rate.
Website AncientCityCon.com
Remarks Concerts by Sci-Fried and Fields of Glass
1st Annual Zombie Walk & Beauty Contest!
Wasabi Anime’s Otaku Insomnia Rave Dance Event.
Games include Trailer Park Wars, Star Trek Starship Tactical Combat Simulator and Star Wars Classic Trilogy Edition Trivial Pursuit!

“The truth is our scope is much broader than just anime or games. We try to include ALL things related to science fiction or fantasy. This can include, but certainly is not limited to: science fiction, fantasy, horror, gaming (tabletop miniatures, role playing including live action role playing LARPs, board, card, video with PC and console gaming), anime, books, TV shows, movies, comics, collectibles, cosplay and costume design, miniatures painting and much more.”

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Rapier Con 2010

Filed under: Events,Gaming — Tags: , — Advania @ 2:54 pm May 18, 2010
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Event Rapier 2010
Theme A Friendly Little Game Convention
Type Gaming
Dates June 4-6, 2010
Location Jacksonville Clarion Hotel at the Jacksonville International Airport
2101 Dixie Clipper Rd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32218 USA
Phone: 1-904-741-1997
Jacksonville Clarion Hotel
Website Rapier Con
Remarks This year we will have a dual theme of D-Day and Sci-Fi. If you run a game that fits within these categories your game will be labeled as a “Theme Game” on the schedule.

Be sure and ask for the special Rapier room rates.

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Oasis 23 (2010)

Filed under: Events,Horror,Science Fiction,To Be Categorized — Tags: , — Advania @ 2:43 pm
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Event Oasis 23 2010
Theme Science Fiction
Type Science Fiction, Science, Comic Book, Horror
Dates May 28-30, 2010
Location Marriott Downtown Orlando
400 West Livingston Street
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: 407-843-6664
Toll-free: 1-800-574-3160
Marriott Downtown Orlando
Website Oasis 23
Remarks Writer Guests of Honor: Sharon Lee and Steve Miller
Liaden series, Balance of Trade, Fledgling, Carousel Tides
Artist Guest of Honor: Richard C Livingston
Conceptual Artist and Designer: Battlestar Galactica (2003) Mulan, Tarzan(1999), Lilo and Stitch
Fan Guest of Honor: Michael Hinman
Creator of the Syfy name, site coordinator of Airlock Alpha, Rabid Doll,
Inside Blip
Filk Guest of Honor:Rob Balder

3-Day Memberships:
$30 until 1/1/10
$35 until 5/6/10
$40 at the door

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Infinitus 2010

Filed under: Events,Fantasy,Literature,Media — Tags: , — Mistress Fen @ 11:09 pm May 12, 2010
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Event Infinitus 2010
Theme HPEF presents Infinitus 2010, a Harry Potter conference
Type Fantasy, Literature
Dates July 15-18, 2010
Location Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando, Florida, 32815 USA
Phone: 1-407-503-3000
Toll Free: 1-888-430-4999
Royal Pacific Resort
Website Infinitus2010.org
Remarks Kids’ Programming Track
Visit the Vendor Room, Art Gallery and Common Room, home to our Fandom Museum.
Wizard Rock concerts including performances from The Remus Lupins, Whomping Willows, House of Black, Ministry of Magic and more.

“Infinitus, the seventh event by HPEF will take place July 15-18, 2010 in Orlando, Florida – home to the all-new “Wizarding World of Harry Potter” only at Universal Studios Orlando. As always, registrants can expect our usual strong and diverse program offerings covering topics from Alchemy to Zoology and every subject in between. Our unique, once-in-a-lifetime agenda will also include “Night of a Thousand Wizards” after park close on July 16 at the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter”, which will give our attendees exclusive access to explore and immerse themselves in the wizarding world as nobody has before.”


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Vulcan Events 2010

Filed under: Events,Media,Science Fiction — Tags: , — Mistress Fen @ 6:25 pm April 29, 2010
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Event Vulcan Events 2010
Theme Meet the Stars, Enjoy the Sun
Type Science Fiction
Dates April 30-May 2, 2010
Location Doubletree Hotel Tampa Westshore Airport
4500 West Cypress Street
Tampa, Florida 33607 USA
Phone: 1-813-879-4800
Vulcan Events room rate
Website VulcanEvents.com
Remarks Come meet Christopher Lloyd, Michael Shanks, Gary Graham, Jennifer Lien, Catherine Hicks, Tony Todd, Dean Stockwell, Sally Kellerman, Gary Lockwood, concerts, a dance and more!

“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!”

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Florida Battle Con 2010

Filed under: Anime,Events,Gothic — Tags: , , — Mistress Fen @ 10:50 am February 15, 2010
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Event Florida Battle Con 2010
Theme For ultimate Tattoo and Comic book art fans
Type Comics, Tattoos, Anime
Dates May 28-30, 2010
Location The Florida Hotel and Conference Center
1500 Sand Lake Road
Orlando, Flordia 32809 USA
Phone: 1 407-951-3803
Florida Hotel and Conference Center
Website Florida Battle Con
Remarks Tattoo vendors
Cosplay Lovers Dating Game
Muscle car competition
Special $99.00/night room rates—mention Florida Battle Con

“Florida Battle Con is a convention put on by the members of Battle Con. Members of Battle Con share a passion for the Arts, Music,Comic book,Tattoo,and art of American Muscle Car.The outside public is welcome to join the fight. This Battle is for,Tattoo,Comic Book Sci-Fi, Anime, Pop culture,Gamers,Cosplay fans,Rock,Goth, Muscle car,Bikers and People who just want to have the best time of their lives.”

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Megacon (2010)

Filed under: Anime,Comic-con,Events,Gaming — Tags: , , — Mistress Fen @ 3:36 pm February 3, 2010
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Event Megacon – 2010
Type Anime, Comics, Gaming
Dates March 12-14, 2010
Location Orange County Convention Center Hall D
9899 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819 USA
Doubletree Universal Hotel
Website MegaCon.com
Remarks Kids Events
Children under 10 are FREE.
Anime Sushi hosts the biggest anime costume contest in Florida and Ninja Olympics
Florida Tribal Bellydance
Movie cars
Wolf Pack Elite brings you the 5th Annual Megacon Attendees After Hours Party

“One of Florida’s largest comic book and anime conventions.”

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