Florida Comic Cons attended Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2021 on Saturday, the second of the three-day event at the Tampa Bay Convention Center July 30 – August 1. Our experience was magnificent. Here’s why:
The con-vibe was strong Saturday afternoon at Tampa Bay Comic Convention
Saturday morning was lightly attended, resembling more of a Sunday afternoon con crowd (which for the record we enjoy.) But by early-afternoon the crowd was starting to swell. And by 2 p.m. we were surrounded by thousands of cosplayers and hundreds of vendors, and the con-vibe was strong. Here’s some of what we saw.
More cosplayers than the average con at Tampa Bay Comic Convention
In our unscientific estimate, the average convention crowd is mostly cosplayers with approximately 6-in-10 donning a costume of some sort. Using that measurement, we believe Saturday’s crowd at the Tampa Bay Comic Convention was higher than average with an estimated 7-in-10 cosplayers. Here is a taste.
Character-bombs at Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2021
Florida Comic Cons is starting to use what we call a “character-bomb,” which is when the character meets the cosplayer at a comic convention. Here’s our character-bombs for Tampa Bay Comic Convention 2021.
Saturday afternoon was Marvel-ous
More than 50 cosplayers came together in the afternoon for a Marvel Meet-Up. And it was Marvel-ous! Thanks to Florida Geek Scene for arranging the Marvel Meet-Up, and inviting us to snap this photo!
Cosplayer talent is on display at this comic con
Walking around at a comic convention is pure joy. Here’s a slider of one-half dozen cosplayer photos from our journey.
[smartslider3 slider=”11″]
Tampa Bay Comic Convention is a family affair
Tampa Bay Comic Convention always draws families, which includes children of all ages. And the 2021 event was no different, as you will see below.
Another one-half dozen cosplayer photos
We get it. You need more photos. Here’s another one-half dozen to scroll through.
[smartslider3 slider=”12″]
Need help finding comic cons in Florida?
Florida Comic Cons curates the Con Calendar, which is the most comprehensive calendar of comic convention in The Sunshine State. If you live in Florida, you’re likely closer to more comic cons than you realize. Our Con Map can help you show how close you are to annual events.
Florida Cosplay Digital Magazine seasonal issues
Florida Cosplay Digital Magazine, published by Florida Comic Cons, releases a seasonal magazine that includes cosplayer interviews, costume and prop how-to’s, in-depth character backgrounds, and fan art. Here are some of our past magazines, which are always free.
