Southern Cons 2022

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Dirtdives2424

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Southern Regiment Covering: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia

I'm sorry to say that a lot of the cons that got canceled have not returned. I'm still going to monitor as the year goes on and if there are any changes, or new cons, I'll update the list accordingly.


JANUARY:



FEBRUARY:



Name: Big Lick Comic-Con
Date: Feb 12-13
Locations: Roanoke, VA
Events: Big Lick Entertainment’s mission to create events with a message and meaning is unmatched in Virginia. Founded by Owner/Creative Director JD Sutphin in 2013.
Whether producing a fundraiser, festival or concert, each date is a crafted partnership with the goal of enriching our area culturally and economically with drive, passion and creativity.
Big Lick Entertainment boasts a roster of signature events including southwest Virginia’s largest New Year’s Eve event, the Big Lick Downtown Countdown, the largest Oktoberfest, the Big Lick Oktoberfest, biggest kid-centric festival, the Big Lick Kid Fest, the record breaking concert series, Flat Pickin’ Fridays, the areas biggest barbecue celebration, the BOCO BBQ & Country Music Fest, Virginia’s only cocktail festival the Big Lick Cocktail Classic and more!



Name: Kami-Con
Date: Feb 11-13
Location: Birmingham, AL
Events: AMV Contests, Cosplay and Cosplay Contest, Dodgeball, Kami-Con Rave, Kazha Concert, Vocaliod Concert, Con Show Game, Special Guests, Photo OPs, Autographs, Anime Screenings, Arcade, Artists Alley, Dealers, Gaming Rooms, Kami Shop, Pokecenter and much much more......


Name: Con Nooga
Date: Feb 18-20
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Events: Anime, Comics, Authors, Live Music, Sci-Fi, Horror, Cosplay and Cosplay Contests, Fantasy, Media, Gaming, Assorted Contests, Panels, Star Wars vs Star Trek Debate, LARP Tournament, Charity Poker, Room Parties, Big Wheel Racing- Kids and Adults, Photo OPs.


Name: ConVoluted Con Cruise
Date: Feb 25 - March 2
Location: Miami, FL
Events:Ever wonder what would it be like to take all of your favorite CON Friends and stick them on a Cruise ship for 5 non-stop days of Parties and festivities?? Come join us and Find Out!! Entertainment, Daily Activities, Coctail Party, Costume Contest, Team Geek Trivia, Geek Themed Events



Name: PensaCon
Date: Feb 18-20
Location: Pensacola, FL
Events: Media Guests, Artists, Photo OPs, Autographs, Panels, Special Activities, Artists Alley, Vendors, Exhibitors, Film Festival, Cosplay and Cosplay Contests.



MARCH:


Name: Collective Con
Date: March 11-13
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Events: North Florida's Premier Anime, Comic Book, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, & Pop Culture Event returns for a 4th huge year! Collective Con will be returning to the Morocco Shrine Center in Jacksonville, FL. Children 10 and under are Free! Don't miss out on this weekend of fun with Celebrity Guests, Voice Actors from some of your Favorite Anime/Video Game, Vendors, Fan Panels, Video Game Tournaments, Cosplay Contests, After Parties and more.


Name: Lexington Comic and Toy Con
Date: March 24-27
Location: Lexington, KY
Events: Guests, Autographs, Photo OPs, Exhibitors, Vendors, Gaming, Toys and Collectibles, Artists Alley, Anime, Sci-Fi, Horror.


Name: MidSouth Con 38
Date: March 25-27
Location: Memphis, TN
Events: Guests, Panels, Art Shows, Masquerade, Cosplay, Gaming, Dealers, Signing, Rocky Horror Picture Show Viewing, Kaffeeklatsches (Traditional Breakfast), Guest Banquet, Charity Auction, Midnight Dance Party


Name: My-Con
Date: March 26
Location: Orlando, FL
Events: MY-CON is a combination of a comic convention and anime convention, hosting a cosplay contest, local artists and exhibitors. Our show is the one day that will bring all of your geek needs to you without all the craziness or cost associated with other comic conventions.


APRIL:


Name: SC Comicon
Date: April 9-10
Location: Greenville, SC
Events: Hosted by Borderlands Comics and Games, SC Comicon is the Upstate’s premier comics and pop-culture convention.
This family-friendly event in Greenville, SC has something for fans of all ages—from the top creators in comics and celebrity guests, to games, toys and collectibles, and cosplayers…plus plenty of events and contests for the kids.


Name: Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture EXPO
Date: April 22-24
Location: Huntsville, AL
Events: Are you ready? It’s almost time to come and enjoy the Return to fun with the 3rd annual Huntsville Comic and Pop Culture Expo. This year we are moving the event forward a little, and introducing a lot of new things! We will be hosting the Rocket City Mayhem Smash tourney, screening some films, giving you the opportunities to meet creators and authors in person, plus having a cosplay contest, and a live auction to benefit charity. We will be having the original Red Ranger, Austin St. John; Hercules himself, Kevin Sorbo; Johnny Yong Bosch, the Black Ranger, and later the Green Turbo Ranger; Fabian Nicieza, co-creator of the merc with a mouth, Deadpool; and we will have Mike Zeck and John Beatty, who will be available for you to meet – these two artists were instrumental in making the Punisher the icon that he is today! There will be lots to see and do, which means, you WILL NOT want to miss this! We are super excited to see you all there – get your tickets now!


MAY:


Name: Metrotham Con
Date: May 13-15
Location: East Ridge, TN
Events: Multi Fandom Convention Gaming, Cosplaying, Pop Culture, Music, Art, Virtual Reality, Table Top, Coin Op, L.A.R.P. Etc...


Name: Tidewater Comicon
Date: May 14-15
Location: Virginia, VA
Events: Guests, Autographs, Photo OPs, Exhibitors, Panels, Cosplay and Cosplay Contest.


Name: MegaCon
Date: May 19-22
Location: Orlando, FL
Events: Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime, Gaming, Guests, Autographs, Photo OPs, Artists Alley, Kids Zone, Family Lounge, Panels, Q&A, Workshops, Seminars.


Name: Florida SuperCon
Date: May 20-22
Location: Miami, FL
Events: We'll take you on an adventure through your favorite fandoms! Florida Supercon brings special celebrity and creative guests for fans of comics, superheroes, science fiction, anime, cartoons, video games, wrestling and more. Get ready for the most fun you'll have all year. Bring your friends or come with your family. Anyone at any age can find something to 'geek-out' about at Supercon! Dress up in Costume or come as you are to Florida Supercon


Name: MomoCon
Date: May 26-29
Location: Atlanta, GA
Events: With more than 31,000 unique and over 84,000 turnstile attendance in 2017, MomoCon is one of the fastest growing all ages conventions in the country. Fans of Japanese Anime, American Animation, Comics, Video Games, and Tabletop Games come together to celebrate their passion by costuming / cosplay, browsing the huge exhibitors hall, meeting celebrity voice talent, designers, and writers behind their favorite shows, games, and comics and much much more over this 4 day event.


JUNE:

Name: ConCarolinas
Date: June 3-5
Location: Charlotte, NC
Events: ConCarolinas is a general multi-genre multi-media convention. We call ourselves a sci-fi convention but in truth we cover all speculative fiction – science fiction, fantasy and horror. We host a variety of fandom related events and guests, including gaming, discussion panels, costume events, music events like SciFi Karaoke, concerts, a charity auction, a short film festival, SCA events, groups celebrating fandoms like Star Wars, Star Trek, Doctor Who and many more. We have a Dealer Room with vendors selling unique fandom related items. At ConCarolinas you will find something for everyone!


Name: Heroes Convention
Date: June 24-26
Location: Charlotte, NC
Events: Artists Alley, Exhibitors, Guests, Photo OPs, Autographs, Cosplay and Cosplay Contest, Special Activities.


Name: Magic City Con
Date: June 24-26
Location: Birmingham, AL
Events: Guests, Special Events, KidsCon, Cosplay and Cosplay Contests, Tabletop and Video Gaming, Dealers, Artists, Panels, Fan Tables, Con Videos, Media, Workshops.


Name: Augusta Toy & Comic Show
Date: June 24-26
Location: Augusta, GA
Events: A comic book and toy convention with over a 100 tables in a spacious venue. Come out and enjoy the day playing games, shop and meet your favorite celebrities! Cosplay, Actors and Guests, Heavy G.I.Joe Memorabilia and Collectibles.


JULY:


Name: GaCuCon
Date: July 3-9
Location: Miami, FL
Events: We’re getting ready to set sail for our 3rd GACUCon voyage! July 3-9, 2019 aboard the RCCL Navigator of The Seas Includes access to GACUBash VIP Party on July 3rd in Miami, Fl. Anime Screenings, Art Show, Board Games, Collectable Card Games, Dance, Dinner, Formal Dance, General Cosplay All Over, Hospitality, Manga Library, Miniatures Games, Role Playing Games, Video Gaming, Workshops, Screenings.


Name: Blerdcon
Date: July 8-10
Location: Crystal City, VA
Events: Don’t miss Blerdcon “Blerd Magic” July 17-19, 2020!! Focused on Blerd culture and inclusive of our POC, Disabled, LGBTQ, Women and International geek family! A 3 day, 24 hour con based in ANIME, GAMING, COSPLAY, COMICS & SCIFI with panels, celebrity guests, presentations, workshops, gaming tournaments, cosplay contests music and dance while highlighting and showcasing the rich diversity of the minority community contributing in those genres!


Name: Tampa Bay Comic Con
Date: July 29-31
Location: Tampa Bay, FL
Events: Tampa Bay Comic Con is a comic book convention located in Tampa, Florida. Tampa Bay Comic Con is Tampa’s largest, true comic con. Featured are exhibitors that cater to a wide-spectrum of interests including comic books, magazines, toys, games, Star Wars, Star Trek, anime, manga, cosplay, artwork, sketches and apparel. In addition, a roster of comic industry professionals, and comicdom-related celebrities are in attendance for attendees to meet and greet.


Name: GalaxyCon Raleigh
Date: July 28-31
Location: Raleigh, NC
Events: GalaxyCon Raleigh is More Than a Comic-Con! It’s a 4-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU!
Join fans from across the galaxy and celebrate Comic Books, Pop Culture, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, and more!



AUGUST:

Name: Fanboy EXPO
Date: August 5-7
Location: Knoxville, TN
Events: Guests, Comics, Dealers, Photo OPs, Autographs, Vendors, Exhibitors, Cosplay and Cosplay Contests, Assorted Contests, Special Events.



SEPTEMBER:

Name: DragonCon
Date: Sept 1-5
Location: Atlanta, GA
Events: Live Performances, Artists Alley, Vendors, Gaming, Workshops, Assorted Contests, Walk of Fame, Photo OPs, Autographs, Cosplay and Cosplay Contest, Parade, Dragon Awards.


Name: Fanboy EXPO
Date: Sept 2-4
Location: Orlando, FL
Events: Guests, Comics, Dealers, Photo OPs, Autographs, Vendors, Exhibitors, Cosplay and Cosplay Contests, Assorted Contests, Special Events.


Name: Rob-Con
Date: Sept 3-4
Location: Kingsport, TN
Events: The 34th Annual RobCon is on its way! This year will see the convention return to the Meadowview Conference Resort in Kingsport, TN on June 29th and 30th!. RobCon is a regional tradition spanning 34 years, with a lifespan that has seen it grow from a single room with a few vendors to the huge Meadowview Conference Resort; always growing and evolving to the wants and needs of the long list of fans of both Mountain Empire Comics and all things Cosplay and nerdy! Mountain Empire Comics has been a staple of the comic and gaming communities in the Tri-Cities since 1984 and has helped countless people find fun and friendship through their stores in both Johnson City and Bristol.


OCTOBER:


Name: Wasabi Con
Date: Oct 15-16
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Events: Started in 2012, WasabiCon is Northeast Florida’s largest pop culture event for fans of cosplay, anime, gaming and everything “geek.” The two-day convention features celebrity guests, local artists, exhibitors, gaming, panels, contests and much more. Daytime programming and events are designed to be all-ages, with content presented for older attendees scheduled in the evening.


DECEMBER:


Name: Holiday Matsuri
Date: Dec 16-18
Location: Orlando, Fla
Events: K-Pop Dance Contest, Holiday Runway Contest, Costume and Winter Cosplay Contest, Idol Fest, Charity Ball Dance, Photo Contest, Holiday Rave, 18+ Cosplay Performers and Cosplay Contest, Exhibits, Vendors, Panels.
 
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Dirtdives2424 Its a little late notice but there's a somewhat small con in Roanoke VA. It's called Big Lick comic con. It's generally focused more heavily on comics as opposed to video games or other pop culture, but it's pretty fun. I'm pretty sure I'm the only member in Roanoke but idk if anyone else is close enough... It's Feb 12-13 kinda low key and small. It's also the only one I have ever been to so I don't really know how it compares to other cons.

Notable guests this year are Levar Burton, Michael Biehn, and Austin St. John. There are others but those are the only ones I recognized.

When I went in 2019 (the last time it happened), it was pretty fun. Lots of cosplayers, comic book trivia competition, a few low key guest speakers that were pretty cool. And there is a bit of 501st here so it may be a good market for recruiting members for the forum too.


Just thought I would put it out there for some people who may be too intimidated to go to a big con for their first time.
 
I may be able to make Mid-South Con 38. would be lovely to see some of y'all there
 
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