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Blerdcon
Multi-genre fan convention in the United States From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Blerdcon is an annual three-day multi-genre convention held during July at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. The convention's name comes from the word "blerds", a term for black nerds.[1][4][5] It was co-founded by Hassan Parrish and Hilton George.[6][7] Blerdcon aims to be diverse and inclusive.[4][5]
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Blerdcon typically features cosplay contests, concerts, gaming tournaments, maid café, panels, vendors, and workshops.[1][8][9][10] The gaming room is open 24-hours during the event.[4][9][11]
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Blerdcon's idea came out of the experience of attending another convention, MomoCon.[1] First year attendance was higher than expected, with 1,800 people.[4] Blerdcon 2020 was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[10][12][13] Blerdcon 2021 required attendees to wear masks and provide their COVID-19 vaccination card.[10] The cosplay contest caused controversy in 2021 due to it being won by a Caucasian woman.[14][15] Blerdcon in 2022 continued to have mask and vaccination requirements.[16] The convention had programming on Thursday in 2023.[17] For safety during the 2025 event, S. Clark Street was closed.[18][19]
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