Celeb Panel: My Hero Academia
MainStage 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesJoin Elizabeth Maxwell (Midnight) and Caitlin Glass (Mina Ashido) as they talk about one of the most popular anime of this generation.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Cosplay, Conventions and Hotels
Delack Guild Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesHosted by Salíth. New to the world of cosplay, conventions and hotels? Or maybe not? Stepping into the cosplay and convention world may seem scary at first, but let us be your guide! Join us to learn some tips and tricks that veterans have learned over the years that you... Read more »
Furry Meetup
Fursuit Lounge 432 State Street, SchenectadyHosted by Liquid Sunshine Designs. Catch up with local furry friends, or find out what this fandom has to offer you! If you've been on the fence and not sure where to begin, or just think furries are cool, you're welcome to join in and have some fun with your... Read more »
Props Building 101: Intro to Cosplay Materials & Cosplay Tools You Might Not Know About
MainStage Panel Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesHosted by SaratogaCosplay. Are you a new cosplayer or new to prop-building? Then this panel is your gateway to the world of crafting magic! Dive into the art of prop-making as we unveil the secrets behind some of our most favorite props. Discover the wonders of Worbla, EVA foam, air-dry... Read more »
Celeb Panel: Sailor Moon
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, Schenectady, NYThe Pretty Guardians, who fight for love and justice are at Fandom Fest. Join Linda Ballantyne (Sailor Moon) and Katie Griffin (Sailor Mars) as they share their stories.
Scene Fighting Workshop
MainStage 432 State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesJoin Gui DaSilva-Greene, professional stuntman for Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther, in a 90-minute action packed scene fighting workshop! Learn foundational stunt moves for your next performance and find out about behind-the scenes choreography.
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Who Wants to be A Hashira?
Delack Guild Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesRengoku is looking for new apprentice and has designed a quiz game molded after the popular gameshow "Who Wants to be A Millionaire?" If you have what it takes, come win prizes for your "Demon Slayer" knowledge!
Fandom Bingo
Orchestra Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesNerdy themed BINGO! Free to play, winners will receive exclusive Fandom Fest merch!
Cosplay Research & Resources
MainStage Panel Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesHosted by LothlorienCospaly. You’ve picked the perfect cosplay! But now you need to find the resources to pull it off. In this panel we will discuss how to research your chosen cosplay outfit and dive into reliable places to find cosplay materials both locally and online. Topics will include fabric... Read more »
Ten-Forward Last Call
Ten-Forward Lounge State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesJim Yager and Jerry Silber thank everyone, highlight the events and hopes for next year.
The Art of Performance – Cosplay Style!
Delack Guild Room State Street, Schenectady, NY, United StatesIf you are interested in performance as a cosplayer, stop by this panel for some tips from Magical Lee! Get insight to set you up for success on stage from start to finish!
Fuzzball, the World’s Greatest Gameshow
Fenimore Asset Management Gallery 432 State Street, Schenectady, NYThe Illium Landfill needs funds to build a new cesspool, and the whole dump community has rallied together to put on a fundraiser. Quirky local characters mix with “celebrity guests” to support this effort, including such luminaries as Cupid, Santa Claus, a self-obsessed influencer, a chicken cult leader, a magic... Read more »