ConnectiCon is a multi-genre pop culture convention held annually in
Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford is the List of capitals in the United States, capital city of the U.S. state of Connecticut. The city, located in Hartford County, Connecticut, Hartford County, had a population of 121,054 as of the 2020 United States census, 2020 ce ...
. Established in 2003 by Matthew Daigle and Briana Benn-Mirandi, it is Connecticut's longest running pop culture convention.
Initially a three-day event, ConnectiCon's popularity led to an expansion in 2014, transforming it into a four-day event from Thursday to Sunday.
Events
The convention includes 24-hour screening rooms of full-length features and episodes of classic and modern science fiction and anime titles and sponsorship by
GameStop
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, which also provides consoles for tournament and casual video gaming.
Gaming—including board, card, miniature and role-playing—are featured.
The convention also features an Artist Alley, an art show, an exhibitor hall, panels and workshops throughout the convention. Additionally, larger events such as a masquerade, Cosplay Chess, Death Match, Dating Game, and Nerd Prom are held. Other entertainment includes artistic guest performances such as from
Super Art Fight.
Locations, dates and guests
References
External links
Official website
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Connecticut culture
Multigenre conventions
Recurring events established in 2003
Tourist attractions in Hartford, Connecticut
Conventions in Connecticut