Discover Your Next Adventure at GalaxyCon New Orleans 2025

When I heard New Orleans was hosting another comic convention, I was intrigued. When I learned it would take place in the summer, I got even more excited—because in New Orleans, we’re always looking for fun, indoor activities to beat the heat. But when I realized it was GalaxyCon New…

Why Mississippi Comic Con 2025 With Kids Can Make for a Perfect Weekend

If you’re a parent like me, you probably wonder if big events like comic cons are actually a good fit for younger kids. After taking my daughter to meet Tom Kenny (the voice of SpongeBob) at last year’s event, I’ve had a lot of friends ask if we’ll be back.…

Tips for Navigating Large Conventions (and Avoiding Anxiety)

Are you excited about attending your first fan convention, but worried about crowds, anxiety, or just feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone! As introverts ourselves—with a little extrovert in the family—we know how daunting big conventions can be. That’s why we’ve put together our best tips for navigating large conventions so…

Star Wars Celebration 2025 Announcements!

Star Wars Celebration 2025 announcements reignite a fan’s passion for the galaxy far, far away and have us planning for future celebrations. While life and family commitments temporarily limited my engagement with the franchise, exciting reveals about The Mandalorian’s theatrical release, Ryan Gosling joining Star Wars: Starfighter, and Andor Season 2’s premiere have drawn me back in. Most importantly, the announcement of Star Wars Celebration LA 2027 has our family considering making it our daughter’s first Celebration experience.

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The Nola Nerd Couple Weekly Dispatch: The Great Louisiana Snow of 2025

Experience the historic Louisiana snowfall of January 21, 2025, through the eyes of a New Orleans area nerd family plus convention updates.

Fan Expo New Orleans 2025: A Memorable Experience

Fan Expo New Orleans 2025 transformed the Morial Convention Center into a pop culture haven. Highlights: Meeting Andy Serkis and shopping!

Andy Serkis New Orleans Appearance Headlines FanExpoNOLA!

Major Get for Lord of the Rings Fans! Following Last Year’s Hobbits Reunion… Award-winning actor Andy Serkis is set to make his first-ever New Orleans convention appearance at FAN EXPO New Orleans, which will run January 10-12, 2025, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Known worldwide for his remarkable…

Fan Expo NOLA 2025 Preview: Celebrity & Kids Zone Updates

Fan Expo NOLA 2025: Celebrity & Kids Zone Updates include Star Wars, Doctor Who & Superman stars. Kids Zone returns!

FAN EXPO New Orleans 2025: First Look

First look at FAN EXPO New Orleans 2025: Back to the Future reunion, Jodie Whittaker, and more exciting guests revealed!