For the first time I have attended this convention that began 20 years ago as an outgrowth of a local sci-fi/gaming group. The name is derived from the computer platform of 1 of its founding members. It has evolved into a major annual event that caters to a broad range of fans of differents genres and cult entertainments from comic books to Star Wars to the Dragon Riders of Pern. Spread over 3 hotels (the Hyatt, the Marriott & the Hilton) and an attendence of over 20,000, the convention is atypical in that it is more like an intensely concentrated non-stop social mixer over the Labor day weekend. Thousands dress up in all manner of costumes, mingle, party, reconnect with old friends, bond with new ones and even manage to take in a panel or 2. Not a bad way to spend 4 days.

The previous description and all these wonderful images are brought to you by Frank Hui. Because of his devotion, I have nothing to add. --Robyn Sotherby

For information regarding this event, check out: Dragon Con's Official Site

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The event was co-hosted by Babylon 5's Peter Jurassik	A contestant in an anime outfit. Note the belts	A fine gypsy look	Nobody tricks the Trickster!
The character's a real loon	She entered the contest as Prof Gilderoy Lockhart from The Chamber of Secrets...	5 time winner of Witch Weekly's Most Charming Smile Award	A smokin' Satine
Not in the contest, but still excellent	Closer look at 1 of the winners	Me getting ready for the Toga Party in the lobby	Couple of exquisite amazons
Another rogue, Capt Cold	Can't have a party without some hardy pirates	More great outfits from Riddick	Look at that gorgeous detail

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