#All-Ages Pop Culture & Fandom Event
Dust off those capes, grab your favorite set of dice, and get ready to start your next adventure at the Main Library on Saturday, March 22, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. It's a celebration of all the books, comics, games, TV shows, and movies you love... all in the heart of downtown Jacksonville! Make memories, make friends and show off your best cosplay or fandom-inspired art this Spring Break!
#Fandoms Assemble
This FREE event will feature cosplay contests (and prizes) for kids, teens and adults; K-Pop dancers, one-shot Dungeons & Dragons sessions; video game tournaments with our friends at Extra Life; pop culture trivia and so much more! Plus, it's a great chance to find out all of the ways you can borrow graphic novels, manga, D&D manuals and more!
Pro Tip: If you're not already using hoopla Digital to get FREE comics and manga, here's a sign from the universe (and your Library) that you should start now! Don't have a card yet? For access to Digital Library apps like hoopla, faster checkout of your big book haul on the day of the event, and easier check-in at all the awesome programs you're going to want to attend, make sure you sign up for a library card online or at your favorite Jacksonville Public Library location!
#Open Call for Tablers
We're Looking for Artists, Writers, Makers & More
Are you a local artist, writer, cosplayer or maker? Would you like the chance to showcase or sell your original and fandom-inspired creations at the event? Table space is being offered free of charge but there are a limited amount of spots (and they will fill up quickly)!
Application deadline: January 25, 2025.
If you're interested in tabling, please fill out this application online. Note: Completing this form does not guarantee a space at Jax Pop Con.
Some other things to keep in mind:
- All artists, helpers, and attendees must follow the Library's Code of Conduct.
- Tables must be staffed by at least one person at all times.
- Any art sold must be original art. Art that is traced, copied, or AI-made will also be asked to be removed from the show.
- This is an all-ages show. Do not openly display any 18+ material or merchandise.
#Check Back for Updates
We're hoping to make Jax Pop Con Vol. 2 even bigger and better than the first. We'll be announcing special guests, programs, drop-in activities, and more right here (as soon as they are confirmed). We're truly geeking out about all the possibilities!
Stay tuned for an exciting announcement about our keynote Lit Chat Author Interview!
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