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November 2024
Friday, November 29, 2024
Courtyard Stage:
8:00 – 11:00pm: Cosplay Karaoke with Cowboy Mach Bell & Ming Chen
Get ready for the ultimate showdown! Join the legendary Cowboy Mach Bell and Comic Book Men’s Ming Chen for Cosplay Karaoke with the Stars. Don’t miss your chance to belt out your favorite hits alongside some amazing guests—either solo or with your crew! This is your moment to shine and create unforgettable memories. Why watch from the sidelines when you can be center stage? The only thing you’ll regret is not being part of it!
Seminar Room:
6:00 – 7:00pm: Pokémon TCG 101
So what’s with all these Pokémon cards? Join us for an enlightening panel designed for everyone looking to collect! Whether you’re a parent, a collector, or a curious newcomer, we will cover all the basics you need including how to identify fakes, understanding card values, and even learning the different card types. Don’t miss your chance to become a Pokémon card expert!
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Courtyard Stage:
12:00 – 12:30pm: Create A Character Cosplay Contest
Carley Winn, a cosplay enthusiast and member of Heroes for Hire (a cosplay charity group) will be hosting the Create-A-Character Cosplay Contest for Cash Prizes in the Courtyard. This is your chance to showcase your creativity and design skills, and potentially take home some cash!
12:30pm: Kids Cosplay Parade
Bring your favorite superhero, princess, and character to join in on the Kid’s Cosplay Parade! This is your chance to show off your cosplay skills and walk the runway with fellow cosplayers. The parade will be held in the Cosplay Courtyard, so make sure to bring your A-game!
Get ready for the ultimate showdown! Join the legendary Cowboy Mach Bell and Comic Book Men’s Ming Chen for Cosplay Karaoke with the Stars. Don’t miss your chance to belt out your favorite hits alongside some amazing guests—either solo or with your crew! This is your moment to shine and create unforgettable memories. Why watch from the sidelines when you can be center stage? The only thing you’ll regret is not being part of it!
Seminar Room:
10:30 – 11:30am: Pokemon TCG 101
So what’s with all these Pokémon cards? Join us for an enlightening panel designed for everyone looking to collect! Whether you’re a parent, a collector, or a curious newcomer, we will cover all the basics you need including how to identify fakes, understanding card values, and even learning the different card types. Don’t miss your chance to become a Pokémon card expert!
1:30 – 2:30pm: Anime Questionnaire – The Game Show
Come on down and see how well you know your favorite anime! Whether it’s Demon Slayer related, from Fullmetal Alchemist, or maybe even Cowboy Bebop. We have the questions, do you have the answers? Using animes ranging from the present day to back in the 80s, come join us as we get ready to test your anime knowledge. In this game, everyone ends the day with a prize!
3:15 – 4:45pm: You Have the Power! The evolution of He-Man with Kevin Urban & Ming Chen
“You Have the Power!” Join voice actor Kevin Urban and Comic Book Men’s Ming Chen and dive into the evolution of He-Man from the 1980s to the modern era, examining how the character and themes have adapted and resonated with different generations. Take part in the “I have the power!” shoutout contest to bring out your inner He-Man!
5:00pm: Artist and Vendor taxes 101 – Introduction to Independent Business Taxes
Ever wonder what your financial obligations to Uncle Sam were if you vended? Curious what your favourite artists have to do on the back end. Our expert panelist with nearly 20 years of tax and vendor experience will share essential insights on tax obligations and deductions for those on the move. Learn how to maximize your tax savings while complying with regulations, no matter where your journey takes you
Sunday, December 1, 2024
Courtyard Stage:
12:00 -12:30pm: Create A Character Cosplay Contest
Carley Winn, a cosplay enthusiast and member of Heroes for Hire (a cosplay charity group) will be hosting the Create-A-Character Cosplay Contest for Cash Prizes in the Courtyard. This is your chance to showcase your creativity and design skills, and potentially take home some cash!
12:30pm: Kids Cosplay Parade
Bring your favorite superhero, princess, and character to join in on the Kid’s Cosplay Parade! This is your chance to show off your cosplay skills and walk the runway with fellow cosplayers. The parade will be held in the Cosplay Courtyard, so make sure to bring your A-game!
2:00 – 4:00pm: NEComicCon Idol
Welcome to Northeast Idol Project, a cosplay dance show featuring talent from all over New England and New York! Enjoy performances featuring music from Project Sekai, Love Live, Idolmaster, and other media across Japan and South Korea! This show is hosted by Candymon; a life-long dancer who has been performing at conventions across Massachusetts and Connecticut since 2019. Make sure to bring your light sticks and cheer for your bias, because we’re bringing the live idol experience to Boxboro!
Seminar Room:
10:30 – 11:30am: Pokemon TCG 101
So what’s with all these Pokémon cards? Join us for an enlightening panel designed for everyone looking to collect! Whether you’re a parent, a collector, or a curious newcomer, we will cover all the basics you need including how to identify fakes, understanding card values, and even learning the different card types. Don’t miss your chance to become a Pokémon card expert!
1:30 – 2:30pm: Anime Wheel of Fortune – Win a Prize!
Spin the wheel, guess what the board spells out, and you’ll be on your way to winning yourself a prize! Show off your anime knowledge in this anime rendition of Wheel of Fortune. A fan of Wheel of Fortune? Or do you like your anime? Or perhaps you’re looking for that special prize? Either way, this is the game for you! Join us in the Seminar Room for a spin around the Wheel of Anime as we test how closely you pay attention to your shows. You may just be the lucky winner!