ComicCon-ing: Local Convention News
Monthly, we try to update you on the cons in driving distance a little more in-depth than our weekly con […]
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Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit
At Nola Nerd Couple, convention life is more than press badges and schedules — it’s one of our favorite ways to experience fandom together as a family.
From comic cons and fan expos to live panels and special events, we attend conventions as fans first, parents always, and media partners when invited. Our coverage focuses on what it’s really like to navigate crowded show floors, meet creators and celebrities, discover incredible artists, and find meaningful, family‑friendly moments inside the chaos.
In this section, you’ll find:
- First‑hand reviews of fan conventions across the Gulf Coast, the U.S., and beyond
- Family‑focused tips for attending conventions with kids
- Our ComicCon‑ing 101 guides for newcomers and solo nerds
- Stories from artist alleys, panels, photo ops, and press rooms
- Honest reflections on accessibility, crowd management, and convention culture
Whether you’re a seasoned con‑goer or planning your very first event, this is where we share what convention life looks like when fandom, family, and curiosity collide.
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit
Comic-Con-ing: Cons for July 20th Weekend
Of course, the biggest con is happening this weekend in San Diego. SDCC is basically ground zero for comic cons.
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, MegaCon Orlando, Podcasting, Star Wars Celebration Coverage by Nola Nerd Couple | Event Recaps & Press Insights, The Nola Nerd Couple Podcast
Episode 44: The Nola Nerd Baby, MegaCon Orlando, the MCU, Star Wars Galactic Nights and Star Wars Celebration Chicago.
We have attempted to do a podcast for quite a while, but life kept getting in the way. Having the
ComicCon-ing: Cons This Weekend
People, it’s a busy weekend for cons. Here is a brief rundown of cons happening across the nation this weekend:
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, Mississippi Comic Con, Other Local Con Coverage, Pensacon
ComicCon-ing: Con News
Mississippi Comic Con (MS Trade Mart in Jackson, Mississippi, June 23-24): We didn’t make it to the Mississippi Comic-Con this
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, Star Wars Celebration Coverage by Nola Nerd Couple | Event Recaps & Press Insights, Star Wars for Nerdy Families | News, Experiences & Guides
Star Wars-ing: Celebration News
Star Wars fans love Celebration. The five day passes for adults and kids have sold out! Saturday tickets as well.
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, Mississippi Comic Con, Other Local Con Coverage
ComicCon-ing: MS Comic Con, Louisiana Comic Con, and Gulf Coast Fan Fest Updates
Mississippi Comic Con (MS Trade Mart in Jackson, Mississippi, June 23-24): Woah. I didn’t see this coming. Not at all. Mississippi
Star Wars-ing: Star Wars Celebration 2019 in Chicago!
Yes, we are starting back up our weekly Star Wars features. We had to take a break due to Mrs.
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, MegaCon Orlando, MegaCon Tampa Bay, Mississippi Comic Con, Other Local Con Coverage
ComicCon-ing: News from MegaCon, Mississippi Comic Con, Louisiana Comic Con and Gulf Coast Fan Fest
Megacon: Again, we had a blast at MegaCon. We are in the process of doing a podcast about the con, but