Calling all pop-culture lovers, cosplayers and convention-enthusiasts! It’s time for DRAGON CON in Atlanta, and you can’t miss out on all the fun! This year’s lineup of events, workshops, parades, vendors, and professionals is off the charts! Keep scrolling to learn everything you need to know about Dragon Con!
When is Dragon Con?
August 29th – September 2nd, 2024; Labor Day Weekend
Where is Dragon Con located?
Location: There are several locations for Dragon Con this year.
Dragon Con will be held in the annual event’s five host hotels:
- The Hyatt Regency Atlanta
- Atlanta Hilton
- Sheraton Atlanta
- Atlanta Marriott Marquis
- The Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel in downtown Atlanta.
Additionally, AmericasMart Buildings 2 and 3 provide a home for our Gaming, Vendors, and Comic and Pop Artist Alley.
What can Dragon Con attendees expect?
There’s so. much. to. do. at Dragon Con! This year, the convention will host workshops like:
- Adam Kubert – Narrative Techniques in Comics
- The Art of Magic with Curt Anderson and Jon Armstrong\
- Figure Drawing Cosplayers with the Pros (FREE Workshop)
Director: My Journey on and Behind the Camera with Shiri Appleby - Swordplay and Stage Combat with Robert Chapin
- Tai Chi Workshop
And SO MANY MORE!
There will also be vendors, food, photo ops, awards, artists, gaming, an art show, a parade, and tons more!
You can also enter some of the incredible contests to win big prizes!
Here are some of your awesome contest options:
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Animation/Anime Costuming Contest
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Bunny Hutch Costume Contest
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Cults of Dragon Con
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Friday Night Costuming Contest
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Mad Makeup Mashup
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Masquerade Costume Contest
And more!
Other fun happenings at Dragon Con include
Author signings, Dragon Con Burlesque, Dragon Con Night at the Aquarium, The Late Night Puppet Slam, Live performances and DJs, and tons more!
Basically, what we’re saying is… you can’t miss out on this year’s Dragon Con! Learn more and get your passes on their website here!