Welcome to the Convention Tuesdays segment! Each week here on Geek Alabama, Convention Tuesdays will feature and highlight conventions happening during the upcoming weekend in the State of Alabama, or within short driving distances from Alabama such as Atlanta, Nashville, Chattanooga, New Orleans, Jackson, Memphis, and other nearby cities close to Alabama.
Listings come from Southern Fandom Resource Guide
February 28-March 2 — Nerdi Gras — Atlanta, Georgia
Nerdi Gras, a new multi-genre convention featuring three days of gaming, live entertainment and cosplay, will happen again in March 2025 in Atlanta.
Learn more at: https://nerdigras.org/
March 1 — WreckCon — Atlanta, Georgia
WreckCon is one of the conventions ever.
Learn more at: https://wreckcon.org/
March 1 — Cardboard*Con — Atlanta, Georgia
Cardboard*Con is the first and only science fiction / fantasy convention dedicated to the art of cardboard costuming. Encompassing more than 3 Atlanta downtown hotels, Cardboard*Con will has become a tradition among all fun-loving nerds. The SECRET of Cardboard*Con is that there really isn’t a plan – you have to make it fun all by yourself, using your imagination and your manners.
Learn more at: https://cardboardcon.com/
March 1 — Marietta the Gathering — Marietta, Georgia
Marietta the Gathering is a festival held each March in Glover Park at the Historic Marietta Square celebrating Geek Community, pop culture, and the arts. This family-friendly festival will include the Guild Show, a collection of art makers, merchandisers, crafters, and smiths; Tourney Alley, a street full of board games, video gaming, and open play card gaming tables; as well as several other panels, performances, and contests in and around Glover Park.
Learn more at: https://www.mariettaga.gov/1480/Marietta-the-Gathering
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