Metrocon 2024, held from July 5-7 at the Tampa Convention Center, was a celebration of anime, video games, and cosplay. As Florida’s largest anime convention, it featured a diverse range of activities and events for fans to enjoy.
The convention’s guest lineup was impressive, including voice actors such as E. Jason Liebrecht, Elizabeth Maxwell, and Adam McArthur. These guests engaged with fans through panels and autograph sessions, adding to the event’s excitement.
Rate the Con
Our new thing for 2024 is to ask our readers to take a poll on some basic components of the con. We want to know how you rate the parking, the vendors and the food. The poll closes after 30 days and we will use this as a baseline for next years convention. We plan to keep a rating system set up for many of the conventions.
We realize that these don’t apply to all conventions, so if they don’t apply to your con, give them a 5 star.
**Later additions to the rating systems will include things such as guests and ticket prices**
Among the standout events was the fire show, held on both Friday and Saturday nights. This captivating performance featured a stunning array of pyrotechnic displays, skilled fire dancers, dramatic choreography, and impressive special effects, creating an unforgettable spectacle. If you want to see some some great photos head over to Flikr Album by Nocedo Photo Media Group.
Another highlight was the Anime Human Chess Match, a theatrical performance that combined storytelling, choreography, and combat skills. This unique event brought characters from popular anime and video games to life on a giant chessboard, drawing large crowds each day and becoming a fan favorite.
Cosplay photos are provided by a neutral third party with no opinions given on the event. Cosplay photos are provided to highlight the skills and enthusiasm of the photographer and cosplayers. All opinions and facts in the article are by the author.
Of course the primary reason many of us go to these conventions is for the cosplay. We want to do and see cosplay. Thanks to the whole group at Nocedo Photo Media Group, Kat Astrophe, Ari Espino, and Leo Nocedo, we get to see some of it. Check out the album above to see some more.
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