Mid-Atlantic Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing Conventions
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I'm just starting out in the science fiction and fantasy convention circuit, and I had no idea there were so many out there! This site will serve as an ever-growing list of events for those interested in reading, writing, and learning more about the genre of science fiction and fantasy.
Feel free to suggest events that I've missed!
Many thanks to Allen Wold for his assistance in compiling this list.
Feel free to suggest events that I've missed!
Many thanks to Allen Wold for his assistance in compiling this list.
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Science Fiction and Fantasy Conventions
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- Allentown Comic Con
- Various, Allentown, PA
- Balticon
- May 25-28, 2012, Baltimore, MD
- Capclave
- October 12-14, 2012, Gaithersburg, MD
- ConCarolinas
- June 1-3, 2012, Charlotte, NC
- Confluence
- July 27-29, 2012, Pittsburgh, PA
- ConTemporal
- June 21-24, Chapel Hill, NC
- Darkovercon
- November 25-27, 2011, Timonium, MD
- Dragon*Con
- August 31-September 3, 2012, Atlanta, GA
- Madicon 21
- March 9-11, 2012, Harrisonburg, VA
- MarsCon
- January 13-15, 2012, Williamsburg, VA
- Mysticon
- February 24-26, 2012, Roanoke, VA
- Philcon
- November 18-20, 2011, Cherry Hill, NJ
- RavenCon
- April 13-15, 2012, Richmond, VA
- Shevacon
- February 17-19, 2012, Roanoke, VA
- Shore Leave 34
- August 3-5, 2012, Baltimore, MD
- Stellarcon 36
- March 2-4, 2012, High Point, NC
Georgia Writing Conventions
2011 Location: Atlanta, Georgia
2011 Dates: September 2-5
2011 Cost: $90/105/120 (see website for details)
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Maryland Writing Conventions
BaltiCon
2012 Location: Baltimore, MD
2012 Dates: May 25-28
2012 Costs: $50/55/62 (see website for details)
BaltiCon is hosted by BSFS, the Baltimore Science Fiction Society.
Capclave
2012 Location: Gaithersburg, MD
2012 Dates: October 12-14
2012 Cost: $45/50/55/60 (see website for details)
This event is hosted by WSFA, the Washington Science Fiction Association.
Impression: A very well-run convention, according to my limited perspective. Excellent panels with well-known figures from the industry. Well-stocked dealers room and frequent author signings. Food, drinks and gaming in the Con Suite. The organizers even held a gripe session after the convention to get feedback from the participants!
DarkoverCon
2011 Location: Timonium, MD
2011 Dates: November 25-27
2011 Costs: $50/55 (see website for details)
Shore Leave 34
2012 Location: Baltimore, MD
2012 Dates: August 3-5
2012 Costs: $80/85 (see website for details)
2012 Location: Baltimore, MD
2012 Dates: May 25-28
2012 Costs: $50/55/62 (see website for details)
BaltiCon is hosted by BSFS, the Baltimore Science Fiction Society.
Capclave
2012 Location: Gaithersburg, MD
2012 Dates: October 12-14
2012 Cost: $45/50/55/60 (see website for details)
This event is hosted by WSFA, the Washington Science Fiction Association.
Impression: A very well-run convention, according to my limited perspective. Excellent panels with well-known figures from the industry. Well-stocked dealers room and frequent author signings. Food, drinks and gaming in the Con Suite. The organizers even held a gripe session after the convention to get feedback from the participants!
DarkoverCon
2011 Location: Timonium, MD
2011 Dates: November 25-27
2011 Costs: $50/55 (see website for details)
Shore Leave 34
2012 Location: Baltimore, MD
2012 Dates: August 3-5
2012 Costs: $80/85 (see website for details)
North Carolina Writing Conventions
ConCarolinas
2012 Location: Charlotte, NC
2012 Dates: June 1-3
2012 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
ConTemporal
2012 Location: Chapel Hill, NC
2012 Dates: June 21-24
2012 Costs: $30+ (see website for details)
StellarCon
2012 Location: High Point, NC
2012 Dates: March 2-4
2012 Costs: $25/30/35 (see website for details)
2012 Location: Charlotte, NC
2012 Dates: June 1-3
2012 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
ConTemporal
2012 Location: Chapel Hill, NC
2012 Dates: June 21-24
2012 Costs: $30+ (see website for details)
StellarCon
2012 Location: High Point, NC
2012 Dates: March 2-4
2012 Costs: $25/30/35 (see website for details)
Pennsylvania Writing Conventions
Allentown Comic Con
2011 Location: Allentown, PA
2011 Dates: November 19-20
2011 Costs: $4
Confluence
2012 Location: Pittsburgh, PA
2012 Dates: July 27-29
2012 Costs: $40/50 (see website for details)
Philcon
2011 Location: Philadelphia, PA
2011 Dates: November 18-20
2011 Costs: $40+ (see website for details)
2011 Location: Allentown, PA
2011 Dates: November 19-20
2011 Costs: $4
Confluence
2012 Location: Pittsburgh, PA
2012 Dates: July 27-29
2012 Costs: $40/50 (see website for details)
Philcon
2011 Location: Philadelphia, PA
2011 Dates: November 18-20
2011 Costs: $40+ (see website for details)
Virginia Writing Conventions
Madicon2012 Location: Harrisonburg, VA
2012 Dates: March 9-11
2012 Costs: $15/20
MarsCon
2012 Location: Williamsburg, VA
2012 Dates: January 13-15
2012 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
An excellent looking three day convention, complete with several guests of honor, entertainment, and music!
Mysticon
2012 Location: Roanoke, VA
2012 Dates: February 24-26
2012 Costs: $30+ (see website for details)
RavenCon
2012 Location: Richmond, VA
2012 Dates: April 13-15
2012 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
SheVaCon
2012 Location: Roanoke, VA
2012 Dates: February 17-19
2012 Costs: $40/45 (see website for details)
Image by Thirteen of Clubs on Flickr.
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Uber-Events I'd Like to Attend
These events aren't located specifically in the Mid-Atlantic region, but they draw participants from all corners of the globe, so I thought it appropriate to mention them here.
World Fantasy Convention
2011 Location: Columbus, OH
2011 Dates: October 27-30
2011 Costs: $150/+ (see website for details)
The biggest fantasy convention in the world.
Worldcon
2011 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
2011 Dates: August 17-21
2011 Costs: $195/+ (see website for details)
The biggest science fiction convention in the world.
World Fantasy Convention
2011 Location: Columbus, OH
2011 Dates: October 27-30
2011 Costs: $150/+ (see website for details)
The biggest fantasy convention in the world.
Worldcon
2011 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
2011 Dates: August 17-21
2011 Costs: $195/+ (see website for details)
The biggest science fiction convention in the world.
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What Are Your Thoughts On Conventions?
Have You Attended Any Yet? Do You Want To?
I love science fiction and fantasy conventions! Especially because...
starhorsepax says:
I miss the Star Trek ones they used to have at Tyson's Corner, VA. There just aren't any close enough anymore. But they were loads of fun. And very dangerous to the wallet.
I've never been to one, but now you have me convinced! I'm just wondering...
Science Fiction Conventions in the Blogosphere
- #bookclub
- ... as well as in fanzines (the first science fiction fanzine, The Comet, appeared in 1930); fan clubs like the Science Fiction League, formed in 1934; and annual gatherings like the World Science Fiction Convention, which began in 1939.
- Sci-fi convention | 3-day event begins Friday in Ebensburg
- Organizer Casey Bassett of South Fork said he started working on the idea of a science-fiction convention in the Johnstown area last August. ?After going to the comicon in Pittsburgh for years, I thought, 'Why not have one in the Johnstown area,' ...
- Mobicon: Alien vixens mingle with pixies, Trekkers, belly dancers at science ...
- By Casandra Andrews, Press-Register Enlarge Kate Mercer Madeline Radike as "Eridan" , Victoria Sullivan as "Rachel", Amanda Morrison as "Jade" and Kristine Gonzalez as "Rogue" during Mobicon XV, a gathering of science fiction fans on Saturday May 19 ...
More Information for Science Fiction/Fantasy Writers
- Local Writers' Associations By State
- These organizations are for writers in all genres. Joining one of these groups or attending a local conference will give you a lot of information about publication, improving your writing skills, and promotion. And the more authors, editors, and publishers you connect with, the better your chances at writing success.
- Emma Larkins - Emerging Author
- In my blog, I talk about my journey as I attempt to become a published author. I also work to establish ties within the writing and publishing industry.
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- enjoyed reading this today, thank you.
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Ron Jones
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- Don't forget Shore Leave (http://www.shore-leave.com/), which will be held north of Baltimore this summer. One or two writers' workshops are usually held at this convention.
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