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 […]
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.
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
Star Wars-ing: Go Behind the Scenes at Star Wars Celebration
Star Wars Celebration does an amazing job of having different stages for its panes. Each stage focuses on a different
Star Wars-ing: Star Wars University Passes on What They Have Learned
Star Wars Celebration is here. For the next week and a half, our blog will be focusing on Celebration –
Star Wars-ing: Fan Panel Stage at Celebration Promises Excitement for Those that Crave It!
Let’s face it: Star Wars fandom is second to none. It has grown to the point where Lucasfilm could just
Star Wars-ing: Celebration Stage Hosts the Stars of the Wars
Besides getting autographs, Celebration also has some amazing panels. The biggest panels will take place on the Celebration Stage which
Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit, MegaCon Orlando
ComicCon-ing: Knocked Out By MegaCon’s Latest Guest Announcement
Let’s face it, we follow comic con news closely. There are very few announcements that totally surprise us. Even when Wizard
Comicpalooza, Fan Conventions: Life Inside the Nerdy Event Circuit
ComicCon-ing: Comicpalooza Adds Mary McDonnell
Mary McDonnell is a veteran actress who co-starred with Kevin Costner in Dances with Wolves. She also starred in
ComicCon-ing: The Great Philadelphia Comic Con
April and May are busy times of the year for comic cons and for us. Star Wars Celebration is coming