Comic Con-ing: Pensacon 2018, part 2
One of our favorite cons to attend is Pensacon, in Pensacola, FL. Not only are the workers and volunteers some […]
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit
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.
Comic Con-ing: Pensacon 2018
If you have read our recent previous posts, you know that we had our first child on the Thursday before
Comic Con-ing: Megacon – First Look
Megacon in Orlando, FL is over Memorial Weekend and we will be attending! This will be Nola Nerd Baby’s first
Ahsoka Lives! at Star Wars Celebration 2017: A Journey from Snips to Star
For many fans of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Ahsoka Tano’s journey was deeply personal. Like many others, I wasn’t
The Magic of Cosplay at Star Wars Celebration 2017
Relive the incredible cosplay at Star Wars Celebration 2017! Discover the creativity, craftsmanship, and fun behind the amazing costumes that made this event unforgettable.
Podcasts at Star Wars Celebration 2017: A Refreshing Break from the Crowd
One of the best things about going to Star Wars Celebration is to forget your plan. That’s what led me
Star Wars-ing: Friday Star Wars Celebration Preview
We are autograph collectors. Friday is a day we pretty much focused on that. Scheduled for tomorrow: Hayden Christensen Freddie
Episode 36: Star Wars Celebration Preview
We have our course set for Orlando! Along the way, we discuss the autographs we plan on collecting, the books
Star Wars-ing: All Science Is Physics Or Star Wars Collecting
Collectors are a special sort, and Star Wars Collectors are no different. Years of dedication make up the smallest and