Dragon*Con returns once again to Atlanta Labor Day Weekend Sept. 2 – 5, 2011. It’s hard to describe but Dragon Con is the world’s largest fantasy and science fiction convention that has everything from film and multi-media to gaming and comic books.
Dragon*Con 2011 will be the 25th Dragon Con Convention. This years convention is expected to draw 50,000 people from all over the world.
This is one of my favorite You Tube Videos capturing the energy of Dragon Con:
http://youtu.be/yMLw1QAE69I
As usual, a variety of celebrities will be on hand so be sure to bring a camera and pen.
2011 Dragon Con Convention Celebrity List includes:
William Shatner – the original “Captain Kirk” of the USS Enterprise from Star Trek.
Elvira – Halloween Icon and Mistress of the Dark.
Carrie Fisher – Star Wars’s Princess Leia.
Lou Ferrigno – the original “Hulk”.
Stan Lee – American comic book writer, producer, former publisher of Marvel Comics.
Beau Bridges – award winning actor whose career spans over four decades.
Loni Anderson – famed actress played Jennifer in WKRP in Cincinnati.
One thing is for sure, it’s hard to find so many fun loving and creative people all in one place. The 2011 Dragon*Con Parade takes place Sept. 3. Para-normally speaking, it will be one of the craziest parades ever. Come see Star War and Star Trek characters including Stormtroopers, Darth Vader, Klingons, and Spock. Also keep a look out for your friendly neighborhood superheroes like Spiderman, Batman, Superman and many more as they hand out goodies to the crowd.
The Dragon*Con Parade Route begins in Woodruff Park at Auburn Avenue. From there it follows Peachtree Rd. north to the Hyatt and then continues down Baker Street and finishes at the Marriott at Courtland Street.
Things To Do at the 2011 Dragon Con Convention in Atlanta
Annual Dragon*Con Parade – one of the zaniest parades in the country.
Autograph Sessions – get up close and personal with your favorite guests.
Awards Banquet – honoring special guests of Dragon Con.
Charity Auction for The National Inclusion Project – bridging the gap between young people with disabilities and the world around them.
Comic Book Babes Costume Contest – hosted by Elvira and geek king Voltaire.
Costuming Fashion Show – see the latest and greatest costumes.
Into the Woods at the Alliance Theatre – award winning musical delves into the consequences of getting what you wished for.
Jefferson Starship – legendary rock band will bring special performances geared for Dragon Con.
The Late Night Puppet Slam - geeky puppet shows from Atlanta and beyond.
Night at the Georgia Aquarium – an after hours evening experience at the world’s largest aquarium.
Wrestling: Get Ready to RUMBLE! – get ready for an explosive night of wrestling.
Special music guest Jefferson Starship will be performing a science fiction/rock opera made specifically for Dragon*Con. The creation contains a mix of “Blows Against The Empire” and score from the film “Blade Runner”, backed by HD slides from the film. Starship is scheduled to perform at 11:30 p.m. on Sept. 2 & 3 at the Hyatt. This will be followed by a Jefferson Starship concert featuring their classic songs the following night at 12 a.m.
Dragon*Con features comics and pop art, designer toys, gaming, costuming, alternate history, steampunk, anime, manga, sci-fi, fantasy, young adult literature, space, science, pirates, skeptics, podcasting, classic and modern sci-fi fantasy television, and paranormal activity.
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