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NaNashville Comicon is a new Two Day Pop Culture Convention where fans get to geek out and celebrate their favorite fandoms with friends and family. They've got Comic Creators, TV/Film Stars, Cosplayers, Anime Actors, Artists, Crafters, Authors, and more. Featuring unique programming in the form of Panels, Gaming, and Contests. Nashville Comicon is a new con and this is their second year of operation.
Now for the most exiting part, Steve Downes will be making an appearance at Nashville Comicon.
Date: June 3-4, 2023
Location:
FAIRGROUNDS NASHVILLE
625 SMITH AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Event Website:
Nashville Comicon
Hotels:
Fairgrounds Nashville Hotel List
Confirmed "Boots on Ground":
- JTF4
- S229
- Jack0138
- Wayward Flood
- Asgardianhammer
- nerdman234
Tentative Responses:
Littlefoot1221
SSGLordErne
Badge Purchase: PURCHASE HERE
Steve Downs Schedule:
Steve will be present all day for both days of the con for personal pictures and autographs. There is no published price, so make sure you bring an adequate amount of cash.
Parking
Fairgrounds Nashville has parking on site and it is very fairly priced at $5 per day.
Fairgrounds Guidelines
Prop Weapons Policy
From the organizers:
Dinner Plans:
There are no formal plans, but once we have a better idea of everyone's food likes and dislikes, we'll solidify something and update everyone.
Photo shoot:
We are working on planning a quick group photo shoot with Steve Downes. It will most likely be on Sunday, but I will update this as soon as I know for sure.
And now some fun news!
We've got a booth this year!
Booth Info
Displays:
If you have a prop that you would like displayed at the booth, feel free to drop it off either at load in or the day of the con. I will be making small fold together cards that will go with each prop, and if you would like one to be made for yours, please DM me a picture, and the name of the prop. I will also have a couple of weapons racks with me, so if you have some longer props, we have a place for them.
Please keep in mind that we only have a 10x8 space to work with, so don't bring everything you've made. Just a couple that you would like to show off.
Load In:
Friday from 11AM to 7PM. I will be driving up to Nashville Friday and plan to be there around 1PM. If you are able and would like to help setup we would love to have you.
While loading in, we will be permitted to park in the loading dock, but as soon are we are done, we have to move all vehicles to general parking.
I will also be bringing cases of water to bring in at load in for anyone who is helping with the booth.
Hall Hours:
Saturday: 10AM-6PM (Open to vendors any time after 6AM)
Sunday: 11AM-4:30PM (Open to vendors any time after 9AM)
Load Out:
Load out will be after the hall closes on Sunday at 4:30PM. All exhibitors must be out of the hall by 9PM or they will receive a fine from Fairgrounds Nashville.
Working the Booth
It is preferred you wear 405th Branded items, Outpost Discovery Jerseys, or more “Business Casual” attire. Failing that, Halo branded merchandise is also a good bet. If you want, you may wear your Halo costume, but remember out main purpose at the booth is to interact with the public and your costume might interfere with that communication. Please keep your attention forward-facing to engage the public as much as possible. Welcome them to our booth and ask them if they're familiar with the 405th. Explain that we are an International Halo costume and prop group that seeks to assist others in building their dream Halo costume. For example, our website houses a wide variety of tutorials, free templates, and 3D print files. We also provide members with an opportunity to wear those costumes at Conventions, meet Ups, and Community Events. For example, direct them to our donation QR code for Extra Life and mention our yearly 24 Hour Fundraising event for it. If people are interested in signing up for the 405th be sure to point them to the forums first! Don’t advocate the discord until later!! If they ask if we have an Instagram we do it’s 405th_southern.
With all that in mind, I also want to lay out a couple of things to be aware of while present at the booth.
Thanks everyone! I look forward to seeing ya'll this weekend!
Now for the most exiting part, Steve Downes will be making an appearance at Nashville Comicon.
Date: June 3-4, 2023
Location:
FAIRGROUNDS NASHVILLE
625 SMITH AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Event Website:
Nashville Comicon
Hotels:
Fairgrounds Nashville Hotel List
Confirmed "Boots on Ground":
- JTF4
- S229
- Jack0138
- Wayward Flood
- Asgardianhammer
- nerdman234
Tentative Responses:
Littlefoot1221
SSGLordErne
Badge Purchase: PURCHASE HERE
Steve Downs Schedule:
Steve will be present all day for both days of the con for personal pictures and autographs. There is no published price, so make sure you bring an adequate amount of cash.
Parking
Fairgrounds Nashville has parking on site and it is very fairly priced at $5 per day.
Fairgrounds Guidelines
Prop Weapons Policy
From the organizers:
Dinner Plans:
There are no formal plans, but once we have a better idea of everyone's food likes and dislikes, we'll solidify something and update everyone.
Photo shoot:
We are working on planning a quick group photo shoot with Steve Downes. It will most likely be on Sunday, but I will update this as soon as I know for sure.
And now some fun news!
We've got a booth this year!
Booth Info
Displays:
If you have a prop that you would like displayed at the booth, feel free to drop it off either at load in or the day of the con. I will be making small fold together cards that will go with each prop, and if you would like one to be made for yours, please DM me a picture, and the name of the prop. I will also have a couple of weapons racks with me, so if you have some longer props, we have a place for them.
Please keep in mind that we only have a 10x8 space to work with, so don't bring everything you've made. Just a couple that you would like to show off.
Load In:
Friday from 11AM to 7PM. I will be driving up to Nashville Friday and plan to be there around 1PM. If you are able and would like to help setup we would love to have you.
While loading in, we will be permitted to park in the loading dock, but as soon are we are done, we have to move all vehicles to general parking.
I will also be bringing cases of water to bring in at load in for anyone who is helping with the booth.
Hall Hours:
Saturday: 10AM-6PM (Open to vendors any time after 6AM)
Sunday: 11AM-4:30PM (Open to vendors any time after 9AM)
Load Out:
Load out will be after the hall closes on Sunday at 4:30PM. All exhibitors must be out of the hall by 9PM or they will receive a fine from Fairgrounds Nashville.
Working the Booth
It is preferred you wear 405th Branded items, Outpost Discovery Jerseys, or more “Business Casual” attire. Failing that, Halo branded merchandise is also a good bet. If you want, you may wear your Halo costume, but remember out main purpose at the booth is to interact with the public and your costume might interfere with that communication. Please keep your attention forward-facing to engage the public as much as possible. Welcome them to our booth and ask them if they're familiar with the 405th. Explain that we are an International Halo costume and prop group that seeks to assist others in building their dream Halo costume. For example, our website houses a wide variety of tutorials, free templates, and 3D print files. We also provide members with an opportunity to wear those costumes at Conventions, meet Ups, and Community Events. For example, direct them to our donation QR code for Extra Life and mention our yearly 24 Hour Fundraising event for it. If people are interested in signing up for the 405th be sure to point them to the forums first! Don’t advocate the discord until later!! If they ask if we have an Instagram we do it’s 405th_southern.
With all that in mind, I also want to lay out a couple of things to be aware of while present at the booth.
- While in costume remember that we do not ever “Tea Bag” when representing the 405th, nor are we to take pictures in any threatening manner, such as pointing our weapons at a member of the general public or pretending to strike or melee them, per the request of 343i and Microsoft.
- Please keep swear words to a minimum there will be children and families there and we want to make a good impression on them and the organizers of Nashville Comicon.
Thanks everyone! I look forward to seeing ya'll this weekend!
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