This upcoming weekend promises to be a delight for pop culture enthusiasts across the state of Florida, as four unique events cater to a wide range of interests and fandoms. From comic book aficionados to Disney enthusiasts, anime lovers, and those fascinated by the bizarre and unusual, there’s something for everyone.
Sunrise Comic Con 2024
Date: March 2, 2024
Location: West Broward
Tickets: $20 per adult, $10 per child (12 and under)
Contact: (954) 747-4646 or sunrisefl.gov/comiccon
West Broward is set to host its first and largest pop culture convention, the Sunrise Comic Con 2024, on March 2nd. Featuring a star-studded lineup of special guests, including Ernie Reyes Jr., Elise Baughman, Dmitriy Karas, Ardeshir Radpour, Peter Raymundo, and Bill Slevin, this event promises a day filled with excitement for the whole family. Attendees can look forward to artists and authors, gaming tournaments, a cosplay contest, theater and panel entertainment, and an extensive array of vendors, food trucks, and memorabilia tables. With more surprises yet to be announced, this convention is a must-attend for pop culture enthusiasts.
House of Mouse Expo
Date: March 2-3 , 2024
Location: Osceola Heritage Park
Details: A fan event for all Disney properties
Charity Partner: Give Kids the World
Website: houseofmouseexpo.com
The House of Mouse Expo invites Disney fans to a magical weekend at Osceola Heritage Park. This family-friendly event celebrates all things Disney, featuring celebrity guests, artists, vendors, panels, costume contests, and more. For 2024, they’ve partnered with Give Kids the World, a local children’s charity, adding an element of charity and goodwill to the festivities. It’s a chance for Disney lovers of all ages to come together and revel in the enchanting world of their favorite characters and stories.
SwampCon: Cirque de Gator
Date: March 2-3, 2024
Location: University of Florida – J. Wayne Reitz Student Union
Details: Free, multigenre convention
Inclusivity: LGBT-friendly, open to all
Website: swampcon.com
For over a decade, the University of Florida has hosted SwampCon, a free, multigenre convention celebrating Japanese arts, gaming, pop culture, cosplay, and performance arts. This year’s theme, “Cirque de Gator,” promises a diverse and inclusive experience for attendees. Staunchly LGBT-friendly and open to people of all ages, races, cultures, beliefs, and genders, SwampCon prioritizes a welcoming environment. It’s an event where everyone can share their love for fandoms without hesitation.
Bizarre World
Date: March 2, 2024
Location: Miccosukee Casino & Resort, Miami, FL
Admission: $5/person
Website: bizarreworld.com
For those with a taste for the strange and unusual, Bizarre World at Miccosukee Casino & Resort in Miami promises a unique experience. This one-day pop-up event features over 65 vendors showcasing oddities, taxidermy, macabre, and the downright peculiar. With admission priced at just $5 per person, attendees can explore a world of curiosities and perhaps take home a piece of the bizarre. It’s an opportunity to immerse oneself in the unconventional and celebrate the diversity of interests that make pop culture so fascinating.
This weekend in Florida is a testament to the inclusivity and diversity within the pop culture community, providing a space for fans of all interests to come together and celebrate their passions. Whether you’re into comics, Disney, anime, or the bizarre and unusual, these events offer something for everyone, promising a weekend filled with excitement and shared enthusiasm.
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