DPCC Becomes FAN EXPO Denver

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You read that correctly. Denver Pop Culture Con is now FAN EXPO Denver starting in 2022, or late 2021 if they are lucky. What is FAN EXPO? FAN EXPO runs a number of different conventions across the continent. This includes events such as MEGACON in Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Canada, FAN EXPO Boston, and more that I am too lazy to keep listing. With the addition of Denver to the list this makes FAN EXPO the “largest comic con producer in North America”.

Now to the important parts, what does this mean for the fans and attendees? Well, according to the handy bullet pointed list provided in the announcement, this means that FAN EXPO Denver will:

  • Attract even more world-class talent to Denver’s annual pop-culture con

  • Expand experiences of all ages

  • Increase the reach for local artists and vendors to a national stage

And what does this mean for Pop Culture Classroom (PCC) and all the work they do? From what I gleam from the article they are going to be integral to that “all ages” part of the con. With another wonderful bullet pointed list PCC will:

  • Provide high-quality education experiences with Kid’s Lab, Gaming and Teen Lounge, and other programs

  • They will be the featured charity and FAN EXPO Denver to provide vital funding for year round nonprofit work

  • Spend more time working with the community and classrooms doing more year-round events to spark literacy, learning, imagination and inclusive communities through pop culture

And we really need that last one to shake off some bad stereotypes of the pop culture community. Fingers crossed we get to see how this partnership pulls through sooner then later.

Denver Pop Culture Con Delayed

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You read that right friends. Denver Pop Culture Con has been delayed . They have moved from 4th of July weekend to Thanksgiving weekend; they must like their holidays. This was not a choice made easily by the staff at DPCC, but out of necessity. Currently the Colorado Convention Center that hosts DPCC is going to be re-purposed as an additional hospital to help those afflicted with COVID-19. In order keep as many people safe and healthy has possible the decision to delay was made.

Good news is that we with geeks friends and family have a wonderful place to do our Christmas Shopping this year!. Gotta look for that silver lining.

Daku Con 2019 - Cosplay Photos

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Daku Con 2019 is now history. And as such it has been immortalized in photos that are now live in the Photos -> Anime section. Little warning ahead of time for those at the office, some of the cosplay is more risque then what is normally seen on this site and at Denver conventions. So maybe browse these on your phone instead of your work computer.

Daku Con 2019 - The Year of Fantasy Approaches

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Daku Con 2019 - The Year of Fantasy Approaches

Daku Con 2019 is almost here. On November 15th - 17th at the Radisson Hotel Denver - Aurora the 3rd occurrence of Denver’s only 18+ geek convention is happening. This years theme is the “Year of Fantasy”, which means we should see some cool fantasy inspired decor to direct you around the hotel on where to find what.

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The Professional Gamer - August 19, 2019

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The Professional Gamer - August 19, 2019

Hey everyone, I'm at Fort Collins Comic Con this weekend, helping Crystal sell some art. I’ve been a bit busy watching the table, talking with attendees, and hanging out with other artists after hours. So, my post this week is going to be a little bit shorter than usual. FCCC has been lots of fun. Pretty relaxed, but getting to see some people who have bought stuff from Crystal before and are purposefully coming to see what new things she has to offer. And, of course, lots of folks who are excited about D&D and who love to swap stories.

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