Local Conventions Have A Bigger Impact

I love big conventions. They’re exciting, high-energy, and packed with people who love the same stories, games, and fandoms you do. I’ve been to my share a few over the years. 

They’re fun, overwhelming, and totally worth the trip if you can make it. One of my favorite memories is meeting comic artist Lee Weeks at MegaCon and talking with him about Daredevil. I still have those signed prints framed in my office.

But some of the most meaningful convention experiences I’ve had didn’t come from the big shows. They came from local ones.

Local conventions aren’t just smaller—they’re more personal. You get to meet creators face-to-face. You can support local artists and indie vendors. You might sit down and try a new game without having to wait in line. And often, these events help you connect with gaming shops, comic stores, or fan groups in your own community that you didn’t even know existed.

They’re also easier to fit into everyday life. You don’t have to book a hotel, take time off work, or plan a full vacation. You can just show up for a day, walk the floor, join a game, and head home.

This weekend I’ll be attending InfinityCon, a local convention here in my area. We’ll be supporting my friend Carey (who’s been on the channel), checking out the vendor hall, and talking to folks about their own geek philosophy.

If you’re local, I hope to see you there.

Cheers,
Brian