Posts Tagged ‘DragonCon’
Dragon Con 2018: Black cosplay rules even when BBQ Becky shows up
Once again Black cosplay took center stage at Dragon Con starting at midnight on the first official day of the convention with a Wakanda United party. Participants marched into the…
Read MoreGet ready to enjoy the Dragon Con 2018 parade this weekend in Atlanta
Once again, downtown Atlanta will be the setting of one of the greatest parades of science fiction and pop culture, the DragonCon 2018 parade. Thousands will line Atlanta’s Peachtree Street…
Read MoreWeekend must-see: OnyxCon celebrates Black science fiction in Atlanta
When it comes to science fiction in Atlanta, Black fans are going to be ecstatic. After all, the city has seen streets shut down and jobs filled for writers, actors,…
Read MoreDragon Con 2018: Atlanta’s sci-fi convention returns Aug. 30-Sept. 3
For more than 30 years, Atlanta has played host to Dragon Con. The annual convention is one of the nation’s largest and it grows every year. Last year, there were…
Read MoreBlack cosplay: Pharmacist by day, cosplayer by night
In 2018, Atlanta is playing host to some great sci-fi/comic book fan conventions such as MomoCon, ComicCon and of course DragonCon. One of the great sights at these events is…
Read MoreWhen it comes to Black cosplay, here’s how to make the ‘Dean’s Lyst’
“My name is Walter Dean. I am a cosplayer and designer. My business’ name is Dean’s Lyst. My work has been spotlighted by Marvel Studios in their video series called, ‘Marvel Becoming.’ For this…
Read MoreFrom She-Hulk to Chun-Li, Black cosplayer Ree knocks out competition
In 2018 Atlanta is playing host to some great sci-fi and comic book fan conventions such as MomoCon, Comic-Con and, of course, Dragon Con. One of the great sights to…
Read MoreCorey Isaac is an Atlanta artist who loves cosplay
The premiere of Avengers: Infinity Wars has comic book-loving fans out in force to see the continuation of the franchise. But there is a special breed of fans who do…
Read MoreTaLynn Kel slays the cosplay game in Atlanta as a full-figured model
In 2018, Atlanta is hosting some great sci-fi/comic book fan conventions, such as MomoCon, ComicCon and of course DragonCon. One of the great sights at such events is people engaging…
Read MoreBlack cosplay and ‘Black Panther’ to unite at Atlanta movie event
In a little under two weeks, Black Panther will hit movie screens across the country. In Atlanta, there is one family-friendly event that combines costumes, art and a special showing…
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: Black geek organizers explain cosplay
Downtown Atlanta was full of people dressed in a wide variety of costumes this past Labor Day for DragonCon 2017. In this video, the organizers of the “World of Wakanda”…
Read MoreThe world of Wakanda comes to Atlanta for Dragon Con 2017
At this year’s DragonCon there were dozens of people dressing as their favorite comic book heroes. This year there was a special event that featured Black attendees with the theme…
Read MoreBlack heroes matter: Black geeks rise at DragonCon 2017
This past Labor Day weekend, Atlanta played host to DragonCon 2017. This year’s convention of pop culture brought over 82K visitors as well as $70M in revenue to Atlanta businesses…
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: Imagination and fun with cosplay
Each year, DragonCon in Atlanta features attendees who really get into the spirit of the event. From comic book heroes to “Game of Thrones” cosplay, these people are having fun.…
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: The best Labor Day weekend parade in Atlanta
The Labor Day weekend kicked off with one of Atlanta’s greatest parades, DragonCon 2017. Thousands lined up on Peachtree Street to watch the display of fantasy and talent led by…
Read MoreDragon Con 2017: Costumed vixens of color
DragonCon 2017 featured some very beautiful Black costumed vixens, who really got into the spirit of the event. Here are just a few:
Read MoreThe adult and naughty side of Dragon Con 2017
When DragonCon first started a little of 30 years ago, it was a gathering of gamers, comic book fans, and pop culture fans. Over the years it has transformed into…
Read MoreHow to enjoy the Dragon Con 2017 parade this weekend in Atlanta
Each year, downtown Atlanta is the scene of one of greatest parades of science fiction and pop culture. The parade will begin at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Linden Avenue, head…
Read MoreBlack and into cosplay? Must-do events for Dragon Con 2017
This year, DragonCon 2017 is showing a unique and growing base, the Black “cosplay” fan. Costume play, known as “cosplay,” features fans of science fiction, comic book and pop culture who…
Read MoreDragonCon 2016 celebrates 30 years of sci-fi pop culture in Atlanta
For fans of science fiction and fantasy, there are very few events as large as DragonCon held annually in Atlanta. DragonCon will take place from September 2-5 and is expected…
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