Fanaticon is a local, free comic books, science-fiction, fantasy, pop culture convention that takes place in Asheville, NC on May 21, 2011. This is the 2nd year for this one day convention.
I moved to Asheville back in 2005 with my husband (then-fiance) and we immediately fell in love with the area. One of the great things about Asheville is that it is only a 2 hour drive to Charlotte and only a 3 hour drive to Atlanta.
I've loved going to cons since my anime con days up when I lived in Michigan. I love wearing costumes, going to panels, hanging out with other geeks and occasionally meeting famous people.
I was excited to be able to be close enough to attend Dragon*Con, but it does take up time and travel to get there, because it's 3 hours away. So, last year when it was announced that Asheville was going to get their own con and it was going to be free, I was very excited.
The first Fanaticon was very well attended and it was so well organized for a first year convention. It was a great time last year so I'm looking forward to attending again this year.
One of the things I'm looking forward to most this year is they have added akid's fun zone areawith arts and crafts, among other activities. I know that my daughter will have a lot of fun with it.
Beyond that, it is great to connect with local geeks and of course, dress up in a fun costume! I'm really looking forward to attending this year.
Fanaticon 2 takes place on Saturday, May 21 in downtown Asheville from 10 am to 5 pm.
