[SDCC 2022] PopCultHQ’s Cosplay Pics from Comic-Con
PopCultHQ attended #SDCC2022 and snagged some cosplay pics!
Read moreHow to Find a Comic Convention Near You
Introduction Are you a fan of comics, gaming, or cosplay? Then you probably know how exciting it can be to meet other people with similar interests. The best way to do that is at a comic convention! Comic cons are excellent places to meet other fans, get first dibs on all the new products and merchandise, and even get some free swag. In this guide we’ll show you how to find local comic conventions near you by using several different methods. Start with PopCultHQ.com If you’re a comic book fan, you’ve come to the right place. PopCultHQ.com is a resource
Read more[Cosplay Photos] Anime Iowa 2022
Anime Iowa is a great location to spot some of your favorite anime cosplays and this year was no exception. Anime Iowa is an annual three-day event held in Coralville, this year it ran July 22nd through 24th. Featured events included Cosplay Masquerade and an AMV music competition. They also had tabletop and video gaming. Guests this years included DJ Skrat from Chicago and La Vie Cosplay. This was the place to show off some of your favorite anime characters and Cameron Moody caught several cosplays on camera for you to enjoy.
Read more[Cosplay Photos] Ai-Kon 2022
Ai-Kon is a Japanese anime and pop culture convention held annually in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
Read more[Cosplay Photos] Tekko 2022
Tekko ran July 21-24th at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This is an annual four-day celebration of anime and all things associated with it. This is a showcase of Japanese pop culture, anime, music & gaming. Like many conventions they also offer cosplay contests, access to voice actors & industry guests, and a crafters and vendors hall. events feature cosplay masquerade, a hall cosplay contest, dance competition, Lolita Fashion Show as well as various gaming opportunities and panels. Thanks to Colin Searfoss Smith we get to see some of the great cosplay that was on site.
Read more[Cosplay Photos] Dokidokon 2022 convention
Over the July 15th weekend the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, Michigan was invaded by anime characters. Hundreds of cosplay characters attended Dokidokon to celebrate their love of the genre and to show off their favorite characters. This was the conventions fifth year and people had a blast. Over a thousand people walked the convention doors to shop, ogle and participate. Special thanks go out to Casey Quinlan who was kind enough to let us use their cosplay photos.
Read more[Cosplay Photos]ConnectiCon 2022
ConnectiCon is billed as Connecticut’s longest running pop culture event. This fan-run event is located in Hartford and ran from July 14th to the 17th. They host a multi-genre selection of cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, panels, and workshops. This year’s celebrity guests included voice actors John Swasey and Chuck Huber, and AEW wrestlers Kip Sabian, Butcher, Penelope Ford, The Blade, and Bunny. There was no shortage of things to do and see. Thanks to Ben Sanchez we get to see some of the cosplay.
Read more[Convention] Cosplay on a Budget w/ Wulfgar Weapons & LadyDragon Cosplay Creations
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Read more[Cosplay Photos] METROCON 2022
METROCON is a four-day anime convention held annually at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida, and is the state’s largest anime convention. METROCON was first held in 2003 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel moved to the Tampa Convention Center in 2005. METROCON typically invites a variety of voice actors and hosts several activities and panels. This year’s events included a human chess game and fire show, as well as a masquerade and raves. They also had gaming, LARPing, a Maid Cafe, and various panels. This year’s event was held July 15th-17th and thanks to Leo Nocedo, we get to
Read moreFun Things to Do While Waiting in Convention Lines
There is no getting away from the fact that conventions are, in every sense of the word, awesome. Whether it’s the big ones like San Diego Comic-Con or somewhere a bit smaller like your local convention, getting to meet like-minded people, dress up and talk about the things you’re most passionate about is too fun to pass up. Of course, what would life be if there wasn’t bad in the good? In this instance, the good are conventions and the bad… the lines! Yes, whether you’re waiting for a panel, getting ready to meet someone, or having a few photos
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