Costume

2012-Anime Oasis Double One

by Khan on April 28, 2012

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Event Anime Oasis Double One
Type Anime
Dates May 24-27, 2012
Location The Grove Hotel and Qwest Arena
245 S. Capitol Blvd
Boise, Idaho 83702 USA
208-333-8000
The Grove Hotel
Website Anime Oasis Double One
Remarks Anime Oasis Double One will feature:
–Special Guests that attendees can meet interact with.
Guests include Caitlin Glass, Sonny Strait, Chris Rager and Michael Coleman.
–Anime related events, contests, panels, games and more.
–Themed Tea Parties at no additonal cost.
–Unlimited play on 15+ arcade machines, including DDR, Pump It Up, ParaPara Paradise 2nd Mix, Time Crisis 3, San Francisco Rush, Arcana Heart 3.
–Huge Dealer’s Room filled with Anime Mechandise.


Tagged as: Idaho

2012-The Middle Earth Weekend

by Advania on April 28, 2012

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Event 2012 – The Middle Earth Weekend
Theme Celebrating 75 years of “The Hobbit”
Type Fantasy
Dates May 19-20, 2012
Location Sarehole Mill Recreation Ground
Sarehole Mill,
Cole Bank Road,
Hall Green,
Birmingham,
B13 0BD.
Website Middle Earth Weekend
Remarks This year sees the 75th anniversary since the publication of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. It seems fitting, therefore, to celebrate this event at the weekend with all things Hobbity.
Second breakfasts will of course be available throughout the weekend!
Archery, dragons, drama, re-enactments and medieval crafts feature again, but we also hope to introduce some interesting new activities to the weekend this year. Put the dates in your diary and return now and then to this website for updates
There will be activities for all the family, including market, crafts and demonstrations.
Admission is free.


Tagged as: United-Kingdom

2012-Return to Middle Earth

by Advania on April 28, 2012

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Event Return to Middle Earth
Theme Lord of Rings 10th Anniversary
Type Fantasy
Dates November 23-25, 2012
Location PARK INN NORTHAMPTON
Silver Street
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN1 2TA
T: +44 (0)1604 739988
F: +44 (0)1604 230614
Park Inn
Website Middle Earth
Remarks This unofficial convention aims to bring together fans of the movies and books to enjoy various events over the weekend. There will be activities each day from the usual guest talks and photograph sessions to quizzes and late night parties
Standard Adult Programme at £78
Standard Child Programme at £29*
Silver Programme at £135 – Limited Availability!!
Gold Programme at £195 – Limited to only 150!!


Tagged as: United-Kingdom

2012-TeslaCon

by Advania on April 28, 2012

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Event TeslaCon 2012
Theme A Trip to the Moon
Type Steampunk
Dates November 20-December 2, 2012
Location Marriott Middleton
Madison Marriott West
1313 John Q Hammons Drive
Middleton, Wisconsin 53562 USAPhone: 1-608-251-2300
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Website TeslaCon.com
Remarks The convention will transport you into a Steampunk world where staff and ship’s crew will assist you during the weekend in full regalia. Courteous ship’s valets will deliver your luggage to your state room while my staff will make sure your weekend aboard the HMS Trident is full of panels, adventure and, of course, the fun you will only find at TeslaCon. Even the food to be served will be planned to fit our excursion and points of interest



Tagged as: Wisconsin

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2012- Antwerp Convention

by Advania on April 20, 2012

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Event Antwerp Convention 2012
Description The 2nd Antwerp Convention
Type Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Comics, Games, Manga, Movies, Cosplay
Dates May 6, 2012
Location Antwerp Expo
Antwerp Expo | Jan van Rijswijcklaan 191 | 2020 Antwerpen
10am to 5pm
Website Antwerp Convention 2012
Features “Antwerp Sci-fi, Fantasy and Horror convention is a gathering of fans and creators of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror. Including literature, movies, games, and other media. Join us for a day of interviews, films, games, autographs, manga area, vintage corner, an art show, special events, a fabulous dealers room, conversation, and socializing with people who share your interests!
Some of the guests include: Caroline Munro, Carel Struycken, Brian Muir, Erik Kriek”


Tagged as: Belgium

2012-Cyphan

by Mistress Fen on April 8, 2012

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Event 2012 Cyphan
Theme Voyage of the Damned
Type Science Fiction and Fantasy
Dates July 27-29, 2012
Location Hyatt Regency O’Hare
9300 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Rosemont, Illinois USA 60018
Phone: 1 847-696-1234
Website Cyphan.com
Features Cyphan is a multi-genre celebration that is interactive and fan friendly because it is fan run.
Literary Guest of Honor: E.E. Knight, author of both the Vampire Earth and the Age of Fire series.
LOVE TREK, our speed dating event.
In addition to the adult contest we are also having a Costume Contest for our youngest fans. Attendees 13 and younger can enter our Kids Costume Contest which features kid-oriented prizes.
At Cyphan we try to make the guest stars as accessible to the fans as possible, and you will find them each at their own table in the dealer hall. Autographs, and photos with your camera will be available for you to take advantage of all weekend long.
Imperial Ball Saturday night, dealers, costume contest, dance, gaming and more TBA.
About “Cyphan is a science fiction and fantasy convention which is inviting to people of all ages and walks of life. The convention features a family friendly atmosphere as well as separate activities for the 18 and up crowd. If you are a geek, nerd, or even just nerd-curious this is the convention for you!”


Tagged as: Illinois

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2012-Steampunk-Street-IV

by Mistress Fen on April 8, 2012

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Event 2012—Steampunk Street IV
Description Part of downtown Mesa’s Sci-Fi Friday
Type Steampunk
Date May 11, 2012
Location Downtown Mesa Profile
100 – 150 W. Main Street
Mesa, Arizona 85201 USA
Phone: 1-480-890-2613
Website SteampunkStreet.com
Features Enjoy music by Steampunk Band Jellied Brainz!
Want to attend? It’s FREE! Steampunk attire is optional, but strongly encouraged! Bring your camera and your curiosity!
About ”Tune-up your Time Machines and rev-up your Ray Guns, Steampunk Street is on again in downtown Mesa for May’s Second Friday event! Come join us as we line Main Street from Robson to MacDonald with the most masterful mechanisms, marvelous mufti and amazing art ever imagined!”


Tagged as: Arizona

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2012-VCON-37

by Khan on March 24, 2012

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Event VCON 37
Theme Post Apocalypse
Type Science Fiction, Fantasy, Costume, Games, Art
Dates September 28-30, 2012
Location Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
15269 104th Avenue
Surrey, BC V3R 1N5, Canada
Phone: 1-604-582-9288
Website VCON 37
Remarks Author GoH: Connie Willis, Artist GoH: James Ng, Science GoH: Gregory Benford
“VCON is the oldest general-interest science fiction and fantasy convention in Canada and the Pacific Northwest. VCON is not, nor will it ever be, owned by a big business or corporation. For now and for as long as efforts continue VCON will be a convention built ‘For the Fans, By the Fans’.”


Tagged as: Canada, Vancouver

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2012-Costume-Society-of-America-38th-Annual-National-Symposium

by Khan on March 24, 2012

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Event 38th Annual CSA National Symposium
Theme ATL Global Gateway: Dress Scholarship in the 21st Century
Type Costuming
Dates May 31-June 2, 2012
Location Georgia Tech Global Learning Center
Atlanta Learning Center
84 5th St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
1-404-385-6203
Website Costume Society of America National Symposium
Remarks National Symposium Keynote Speaker – Andrew Bolton
“Fly into the world’s busiest airport to the modern south and the world class city of Atlanta. Your round-trip ticket will bring you to a world of research in global dress and fashion. Atlanta is a vibrant city with a rich history.”


Tagged as: Kansas

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2012-Babel-Con

by Advania on March 24, 2012

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Event Babel Con 2012
Theme The Louisiana Science Fiction Festival
Type Gaming, Horror, Science Fiction, Costume
Dates October 12-14, 2012
Location To Be Announced
TBD
Website Babel Con 2012
Remarks Admission Prices
3-Day Kryptonite Pass: $25
Friday-Only, TGIF Pass: $10
Saturday-Only, Saturn Pass: $20
Sunday-Only, Sol Pass: $5

Game Master Discounts
4-Hour Game: 50% Off Day Badge
8-Hour Game: Free Day Badge


Tagged as: Louisiana

2012-Youmacon

by Advania on March 24, 2012

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Event Youmacon 2012
Tagline Eight Years in the Making
Type Anime
Dates November 1-4, 2012
Location The Renaissance Center and Cobo Hall
Cobo Center
1 Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: 1-313-877-8777

Renaissance Center
300 Renaissance Ctr
Detroit MI 48243

Website Youmacon.com
Remarks Youmacon is not only Detroit’s first and only Anime Convention, it’s also one of the fastest growing fan conventions in the country! With over 10,000 people last year coming to enjoy our 24 hour programming, great industry guests, and cosplay contests, we’ve had to expand this year yet again.
Events: Autographs, scavenger hung, anime name that tune, Charity Cosplay Ball, Cosplay Shougi, Dance, Karaoke, Live Action Mario Party.


Tagged as: Michigan

2012-Philcon-2012

by Khan on March 24, 2012

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Event Philcon 2012
Theme Not Available
Type Science Fiction
Dates November 9-11, 2012
Location Crowne Plaza Hotel
PHILADELPHIA-CHERRY HILL
2349 W. MARLTON PIKE
CHERRY HILL, NJ 08002 UNITED STATES
Hotel Front Desk: 1-856-665-6666 | Hotel Fax: 1-856-662-3676
Website Philcon 2012
Remarks Principal Speaker: Catherynne Valente
The other Guests of Honor have not been selected yet. Watch this listing and the Philcon website for more information, as things develop.
“Philcon, also known as the ‘Philadelphia Science Fiction Conference,’ is an annual science fiction convention, which has been held in or near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, nearly every year since 1936. The convention is run by the Philadelphia Science Fiction Society (PSFS).”


Tagged as: New-Jersey

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2012-Bellingham-Comicon

by Advania on March 24, 2012

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Event Bellingham ComicCon
Tagline Washington’s Premier Comic Book Convention
Type Comic Books
Date October 20, 2012
Location Ferndale Events Center
5715 Barrett Road
Ferndale, Washington 98248 USA
Phone: 1.360.734.7832
Website BellinghamComicon.com
Remarks Northwest Washington’s Largest Selection of Comics from the Golden Age to Modern, Toys, Action Figures and More!


Tagged as: Washington-state

2012 MidSouthCon 30

by Mistress Fen on March 19, 2012

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Event MidConSouth 30
Description A regional Science Fiction, Fantasy, Science, Comics, Costuming, Anime and Gaming Convention held annually in Memphis Tennessee in late March.
Type Science Fiction, Fantasy, Writing
Dates March 23-25, 2012
Location Hilton Memphis
939 Ridge Lake Boulevard
Memphis, Tennessee USA 38120
Tel: 1-901-684-6664
Website MidSouthCon.org
Remarks Guest of Honor: Michael A. Stackpole, Artist GoH: Steven C. Gilberts.
Anime, Authors, Editors, and Publishers, Comics, Costuming, Gaming, Media/Performance, Paranormal, and Science and Technology subcategories.
Features Panels, Concerts, Art, Vendors, Games, Programming, Kids Entertainment, Movies, Anime, Refreshments, Banquet, Auctions, Filk.
Also, Masquerade, Saturday-Midnight Dance Party, 24 hour Video Room, and Student Contests for Fantasy Art and Writing.
About “MidSouthCon has grown over the years to become the Mid-South’s premier multi-genre convention. It covers a diverse section of fanish culture that includes Science Fiction, Fantasy, Science, Comics, Horror, Education, Costuming, Anime, and Gaming. We have over 100 authors, editors, publishers, scientists, artists and other guests, with an annual attendance of approximately 1200 people.
We have an average of over 140 hours of programing in multiple tracks during the Con (and that’s not counting the Video Room, Anime Room or gaming tracks). Masquerade, Writers’ Conference, Readings, Autographs, Dealers’ Room, SCA demonstrations and events, Board Games, Role-playing and LARP games, CCG tournaments, and lots of other fun stuff.”


Tagged as: Tennessee

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2012 – Steampunk Empire

by Advania on March 13, 2012

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Event Steampunk Empire Symposium 2012
Theme None
Type Steampunk
Dates April 27-29, 2012
Location Atrium Hotel
30 Tri-County Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45246
T: (513) 771-7171
Atrium Hotel
Website Steampunk Empire Symposium
Remarks Guest Author: Leanna Renee Hieber; Guest Artist: Mike Amend; and many others. Events include, Nerf Dueling, Artillery, Tea Dueling, Tiddley Winks, Airship Races, Costume Contests and so on. Please note that the Steampunk Empire Symposium is exclusive to 400 Weekend Badges.


Tagged as: Ohio

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