ATOMACON Returns to Charleston Next Month

ATOMACON, an all types of media convention focused on sci-fi, fantasy, and science, will be in Charleston from November 13th until the 15th. The event will be held at the Charleston Plaza Hotel in North Charleston.

The convention describes itself as a “nonprofit educational corporation dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for science fiction, fantasy, and science through related literary and other popular art forms.”

This year’s event feature:

• Literary Guest of Honor: Robert J Sawyer
• Artist Guests of Honor: Don Maitz and Janny Wurts
• Science Guest of Honor: Brian Malow
• Filk Guest of Honor: Teri Wachowiak
• Local guests
• Gaming
• Subjects such as:
  • Costuming (Cosplay)
  • Fringe Sciences
  • Science and Technology
  • Music
  • Literature
  • General Fandom (Star Trek, Dr. Who, Star Wars, etc)
• Meet and greet/Photo Ops
  • R2D2s, SC Carolina Ghostbusters, Star  Wars 501st Legion, and a full-sized TARDIS from Dr. Who
• Charity auction to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project
• Costume Contest
• Vendor room
• Comedy Showcase
• Cosmic Dance Party
• Workshops
• Discussion panels
• Movie screenings
• Interactive events

The convention’s hours are as follows:

• Friday, 11/13: 3 pm – Midnight
• Saturday, 11/14: 10 am – Midnight
• Sunday, 11/15: 10 am – 4 pm

For more information, visit the official website. The Charleston Plaza Hotel is located at 4770 Goer Drive.

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