Your one-stop Dragon Con shop for sing-alongs, charity events, contests, and more!
THURSDAY to MONDAY
Joystick Gamebar
Come get your “game on” at the popup from our friends at Joystick Gamebar, Atlanta’s official retro arcade. Classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines are on FREE PLAY, located in the old Benihana space of our beloved food court in Peachtree Center Mall. Live long and party on! Thursday 6PM–1AM; Friday–Sunday 10AM–4AM; Monday, 10AM–5PM.
THURSDAY to SUNDAY
Coloring for Charity
Chill out while you color to the lo-fi nerdy beats, and raise money for this year’s charity, the Arthritis Foundation. Thursday–Sunday 7PM–12AM, The Learning Center (Hyatt).
FRIDAY to SUNDAY
Costuming Exhibit
A spectacular display of Dragon Con’s finest costuming craftsmanship. Friday–Sunday 1PM–8PM, 301 (Hilton).
Headless Lounge
A chill place to take off your character head and cool down away from prying public eyes, ruining the illusion. Fans, water, quiet time…whether a member of the 501st, cartoon character, or furry, all head-wearing costumers w/ one handler are welcome. Made possible with the help of Furry Weekend Atlanta. Friday–Sunday 2:30–11PM, 308 (Hilton).
FRIDAY to SATURDAY
Salon du Cospl-AID
Brighten up your morning with a truly Victorian experience: dressing help from a lady’s maid or valet, provided by the wonderful volunteers of the Cospl-AID group. Drop in if you need assistance, or some finishing touches, to feel your very best in your cosplay. Friday–Saturday 8:30–11AM, Augusta (Courtland Grand).
SATURDAY to SUNDAY
Coffee & Coloring
Ease into another day of Dragon Con with the Video Gaming track. Coloring pages and art supplies are available if you don’t have your own. Bring Your Own Coffee or visit the coffee bar outside the panel room. Saturday/Sunday 8:30–11AM, Augusta E–H (Westin).
THURSDAY
Loyal Order of the Ribbon: Meetup and Swap!
Come join the Loyal Order of the Ribbon for a fun-filled Ribbon Swap! Thursday 1–3:30PM, Hanover C-E (Hyatt).
Dragon Con Swag ‘n’ Seek Kindness Panel & Group Meetup Q&A
Come learn about Swag ‘N’ Seek’s kindness movement, meet other ‘swaggers’ and give or receive fun little gifts…all to lift your wings. Join us as we work to spread random acts of kindness throughout ALL of Dragon Con, even if you have to look high and low to see where they’re hidden! Thursday 7–9:30PM, Grand East (Hilton).
Muscle Nerd Showdown
Have a physique that is as essential to your costume as sewn fabrics and EVA foam? From barbarian warriors to anime heroes, to video game characters, Showdown gives you a chance to show off your hard-earned musculature and how you incorporate it into your costume. Hosted by Jerry Peacock. Thursday 7–9:30PM, International North (Hyatt). Prejudging 4–6:30PM, Vinings (Hyatt).
Video Game Karaoke
Sing & dance your bits off to your favorite songs from video games and other sources as best you can in the empty orchestra that is karaoke! Thursday 7–9:30PM, Augusta E-H (Westin).
Page to Stage Costume Contest
Love literature, comics, manga, costumes, and cosplay? This one-of-a-kind event combines all of them. The Open and Invitational Divisions will be showing you the power of creativity and love of characters. Thursday 8PM–12AM, Regency VI–VII (Hyatt). Prejudging 4–8PM, Regency V (Hyatt), for costumers/handlers only.
Dragon Comedy For-A-Cause: Arthritis Foundation
Let’s kick off Dragon-Con with some stand-up comedy for a great cause! Showcasing a selection of the best local Atlanta comics, this show features the funniest people bringing you their best jokes to raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation! Thursday 8:30PM, Crystal Ballroom (Hilton).
GameCube Night
Immerse yourself in the world of GameCube and Gameboy Advance, brought to life by colossal, fully operational consoles! Enjoy multiplayer action with numerous GameCube Classics, and compete in Tournaments for F-Zero GX, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Star Fox Assault, and Kirby Air Ride! Thursday 8:30PM–12:30AM, Augusta A-B (Westin).
Geek Sing-Along
The best possible way to kick off Dragon Con. Sing along to TV show and movie themes and songs with hundreds of your closest friends. Thursday 8:30–11PM, Grand West (Hilton).
Star Wars Family Feud
We asked 100 fans… some very obscure Star Wars questions. Join us as we pit “Full of Sith” versus “Star Wars Explains” to see who can find the most popular answers and win the first ever SW Family Feud at Dragon Con! Thursday 8:30PM, A706 (Marriott).
Game Night Extravaganza: Let the Games Begin!
Forget reality for a night, and plunge into a universe brimming with games of every kind. Whether you’re a board-game buff, a video-game veteran, or an outdoor adventurer, this is your playground. Friends new and old await! Thursday 10PM, Hanover AB (Hyatt).
Karaoke—Digital Media Style
Whether you love singing karaoke or can’t carry a tune in a bucket, you’re sure to have fun at this party. Everyone gets involved. This modern experience does away with three ring binders and slips of paper and puts the power of karaoke on your phone. Thursday 10PM–12:30AM, Galleria 7 (Hilton).
FRIDAY
Suspicion at the Speakeasy: AHFT & DC Charity Escape Room Event
This year’s escape room will have groups of 6-8 solving a mystery set in Prohibition-era Atlanta: Suspicion at the Speakeasy! Uncover secrets and crack codes to escape, all while supporting a good cause, the Arthritis Foundation. To play, sign up in person with the track. Limited availability. Friday 10AM–3:30PM, Valdosta (Courtland Grand).
Video Game Costume Contest
Judged on craftsmanship of the costume as well as screen accuracy of the character portrayed. Judges will be looking at the costume, the workmanship, design, & inspiration. This will be open to individuals, experts and novices, & part of the judging includes a description of the game and character. Friday 5:30PM, Peachtree Ballroom (Westin).
Dragon Award Nominee Meet & Greet and Signings
Join our attending Dragon Award Nominees for an informal meet & greet and will be available to sign books if desired. Friday 7–9:30PM, Overlook (Westin).
Improvised Dungeons & Dragons LIVE!
Back by popular demand, Dungeon Master Mark Meer, celebrity guests, and members of Atlanta’s own Dad’s Garage Theatre Company act as improvisers attempting to survive with only their wits, character sheets, and high charisma stats. No board, no script, yes costumes. Friday 7PM, Peachtree Ballroom (Westin).
MST3K Event – Welcome to Camp Corman!
Join Tom Servo and the other camp counselors as we salute the man who conquered the drive-in, Roger Corman (1926-2024). There’ll be games, prizes, rare clips around the campfire, and more! But WATCH OUT for giant leeches, sea serpents, teenage cavemen, and of course… the legendary tee-pee terror! Friday 7-10:30PM, Grand West (Hilton).
Match Game in the 25th Century
Once again, Gil Gerard is presenting his unique and original Match Game In The 25th Century!! Featuring star celebrity panelists, as well as an entire galaxy of great prizes for the participants and many select members of the general audience. Friday 7:30–9PM, Hanover C-E (Hyatt).
The Gather: Welcome to Literature
A Celebration like none other as fans Gather to meet and celebrate the colorful and diverse world of Literature. Friday 8PM–12AM, International North-South (Hyatt).
Dragon Con’s Pin-ups by the Pool
Don your best poolside pin-up attire… there’s gonna be a pin-up competition! Register for the competition poolside 30 minutes before the party begins. Judges will be mixing and mingling in the fray, so don’t be a wallflower. Remember the judges love a nerdy twist to your pin-up creation! Friday 8:30–11PM, Pool and Courtyard (Courtland Grand).
Friday Night Costuming Contest
Entrants compete in Youth, Novice, Journeyman, & Professional categories in this workmanship costume contest. Cheer on your favorites & vote for the Social Media Fan Favorite on Facebook. Friday 8:30–11PM, Atrium Ballroom (Marriott).
Sea Shanty Sing-Along with the Nocturnal Pirates of Atlanta
We’ve called a parley with the Nocturnal Pirates of Atlanta for the evening so we can enjoy a little bit of the pirate life. We don’t know what we’ll get up to, but we’re excited to sing songs of the briny deep, gush romantically about our love of the sea, and swap tall tales. Bring your own grog! Mature Audiences. Friday 10PM, Macon (Courtland Grand).
Klingon Karaoke (Honor)
You won’t need to speak Klingon (or Klingonese) to board our vessel for this musical journey. Sing with honor, and don’t behave like a filthy targ! Friday 10PM–12:30AM, Galleria 2–3 (Hilton).
After-Hours Artistry: Paint the Night Away
Unleash your inner artist at our exclusive paint party, where the strokes are bold, the colors vibrant, and the company unmatched! This is your canvas to create, surrounded by fellow artists and night owls. Friday 10PM, Hanover AB (Hyatt).
Classic Sci-Fi Charity Lock-In Movie: Miami Connection!
Experience the 1987 martial arts rock band epic for this year’s Dragon Con charity! COOL BONUS: Get pumped for the movie with a performance from the best band the 80s never had, NEON WARLORDS! Friday 8:30–11PM, M103–105 (Marriott).
SATURDAY
The Dragon Con Cotillion: Crowning the Dragon of the Con
We’ve transformed the Con into a slice of Regency life where you can mingle, dance, and compete to be crowned the most remarkable attendee and be our Dragon of the Con! Learn historical dance steps, take a turn on the floor, and show off your period look or fanciest Cosplay. Saturday 4-6:30PM, Capitol Ballroom N/C, (Courtland Grand).
Group Sing—The Muppets
YOU got to help us choose on social media what the theme would be for this year’s Themed Tribute Show. We’re happy to present ‘The Muppets’ as our Group Sing for this year! Join an all-star group of our performers for a two-hour block of fun-filled songs and sing-alongs. Saturday 5:30–7:30PM, Hanover C–E (Hyatt).
Dragon Con Night at the Georgia Aquarium
It’s baaaccccck! Channel your inner fantasy and join us for exclusive after-hours views of the Aquarium galleries, with ambient music and food and drinks available for purchase. Don’t miss this mystical and magical experience as you journey through 11 million gallons of wondrous water. Extra fee event; buy tickets here [https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/events/event/dragon-con/] (general admission $50; VIP sold out). 7–11PM, Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker Street NW.
Final Fantasy Fish-Finding Scavenger Hunt (aka FFFFSH!)
Did you know that the fish you catch in Final Fantasy XIV can be put into in-game aquariums and that some of those fish are based on real-world fish located in the Georgia Aquarium. Do you have it in you to find them all? 7–11PM, Georgia Aquarium.
The Cults of Dragon Con Costume Contest
Marriott carpet attire! Dancing T-Rexes! Googly eyes galore! Badge ribbons, flaming speakers, and more! Paying tribute and adulation to the Dragon Con cults in this one wacky evening of clever costuming. Hosted by Crispy & friends. Saturday 7:30-10PM, Grand Ballroom A-F (Courtland Grand). Contest registration 5:30-6:30PM, Valdosta (Courtland Grand).
Georgia Philharmonic Orchestra Presents:
A special musical experience! Hear live symphonic versions of some of your favorite scores from iconic films and TV shows. Saturday 8–10:30PM, Centennial I–IV (Hyatt).
MSFM Charity Crafts and Games Night
We’ll have card games, board games, and activity stations perfect for a chill, relaxing evening of crafting and gaming fun for all ages while supporting the Arthritis Foundation! Saturday 8:30PM, Chastain DE (Westin).
Big Damn Game Show!
Your favorite blend of pop culture, nonsense, and PRIZES GLORIOUS PRIZES returns! We need contestants and you need prizes — this year we’re taking it back to the old school, so 18+ ONLY PLEASE. Saturday 10PM, International South (Hyatt).
Karaoke—Digital Media Style
Whether you love singing karaoke or can’t carry a tune in a bucket, you’re sure to have fun at this party. Everyone gets involved. This modern experience does away with three-ring binders and slips of paper and puts the power of karaoke on your phone. Mature Audiences. Saturday 10PM–12:30AM, Galleria 7 (Hilton).
MSFM Charity Team Trivia
When the kids are away, the adults will—TRIVIA! The Military Sci-Fi Media Team Trivia contest draws from a variety of MSFM shows. Charity donations suggested for teams entering the contest as we raise money for this year’s Dragon Con charity, the Arthritis Foundation! Saturday 10PM, Chastain DE (Westin).
RENT: The Singalong!
Belt out your favorite songs from the Tony-winning musical! Since its start in 1994, Rent has become a sensation, celebrating Love, Hope, and La Vie Bohème! Note: This panel could last five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred minutes. Saturday 10PM-12:30AM, M103-105 (Marriott).
Dragon Con Burlesque: A Glamour Geek Revue
You’ll thrill to the finest performing artists this country can offer—AND the most glamorous geeks imaginable! 21+ Sunday 12–2:30AM, Grand Ballroom A–F (Courtland Grand).
Rocky Horror Picture Show with LDOD
Give yourself over to the absolute pleasure with Lips Down on Dixie, Atlanta’s premier shadowcast of RHPS, as we take in the #1 midnight movie of all time! This time-warping treat’s just a jump to the left! Sunday 12:30–3AM, Centennial II-IV (Hyatt).
SUNDAY
Splendid Teapot Racing
Bring your own teapot racer or just come and enjoy this kid-friendly action as steampunk builders race remote-control cars carrying teapots around an obstacle course for fun and prizes. Official rules can be found at dragon-con-splendid-teapot-race.mailchimpsites.com. Sunday 10AM, Grand Ballroom A–F (Courtland Grand).
Main Charity Auction
It’s the Annual Dragon Con Charity Auction! For 2023, we’ve partnered with the Arthritis Foundation as our official charity. Benefit this worthy cause and get some treasures in the process! Remember, Dragon Con matches up to the first $125K, so make those dollars count! Sunday 10AM–2PM, Hanover C–E (Hyatt).
Star Wars Costume Contest
Come witness the power of these amazing costumers ready to take on the galaxy far, far away in amazing Star Wars cosplays, ranging from new movies to the OT, to the cartoons and Legends… maybe even the Holiday Special. To qualify, costumers must attend one in-person pre-judging: Friday and Saturday 2:30–5PM, A708 (Marriott). Sunday 2:30PM, Imperial Ballroom (Marriott).
Dragon Awards Ceremony
Presentation of the 2024 Dragon Awards in 11 categories! Who will you choose as the fan favorites this year? Come & find out the results! Sunday 4PM, Centennial I (Hyatt).
Annual Don S. Davis Memorial Charity Auction
The 16th Annual Don S. Davis Memorial Charity Auction returns to “do it for Don” and raise money for the Arthritis Foundation! Bid on hard-to-find items from Stargate, Firefly, BSG, B5, Orville & more. You never know who’ll show up or what will happen, but we’ll have a frakking good time! So Say We All! Sunday 4–6:30 PM, Hanover C–E (Hyatt).
Badge Beard Competition and Awards
It is the time we have all been waiting for, so come get your Badge Beard measured. All fans are welcomed to cheer on those who have collected all weekend!! How many unique and marvelous ribbons did you collect over Dragon Con weekend?! Sunday 5:30PM, Regency V (Hyatt).
Miss Star Trek Universe Pageant
Orions, Klingons, and Borg, oh my! Hosted by Star Trek: Voyager’s Garrett Wang and judged by a panel of celebrities. Sunday 5:30–8PM, Grand Ballroom A–F (Courtland Grand).
Buffy Horror Picture Show
“Once More, with Feeling,” the beloved Buffy musical episode, gets enacted once again on the stage while the episode plays on the screen. Sunday 7PM, Peachtree Ballroom (Westin).
Loyal Order of the Ribbon—Crowning Finale and Processional!
Find out who has collected the most ribbons this year. Cheer them in the procession to the Hyatt Lobby, where the strongest of the realm will pose for quick photos and bragging rights! Sunday 7PM, Regency V (Hyatt).
Star Wars Trivia Contest Finals
Live from NY…we mean Australia (or at least hopefully hosted from Oz), it’s the Star Wars trivia finals! Come watch the highest scorers on the written exam battle it out in the finals. Who will reign supreme in 2024? Qualifying test Saturday 8:30pm with the top scores posted Sunday. Sunday 7PM, A706 (Marriott).
Captain’s Log: Star Trek Improv Show
Space: the final frontier. Improv: a frontier before that. Captain’s Log: somewhere in the middle. Join the crew of Captain’s Log as they take you on a completely improvised trek through our universe, inspired by your suggestions. Sunday 8:30PM, Grand West (Hilton).
Dragon Con Masquerade: Hosted by Eddie McClintock and Tony Gowell
Presenting the most spectacular masquerade contest in the known universe! Hosted by Eddie McClintock and Tony Gowell, with an expert panel of judges! Sunday 8:30-11PM, Centennial II–IV (Hyatt). Overflow viewing: Atrium Ballroom (Marriott).
The Last Heroes, Villains and Humanity Charity Game Show!
Our final charity game show where we dig into the worst of what Heroes and Villains can do and be! This is our own unique version of Cards Against Humanity. Be a Hero! Be a Villain! Even the judges can be bribed if it’s for a good cause. Prepare for it to be rude but funny! Mature Audiences. Sunday 10PM–12:30AM, M302–303 (Marriott).
Klingon Karaoke (Glory)
You won’t need to speak Klingon (or Klingonese) to board our vessel for this musical journey. Sing like the warrior you are, and fill both your throats for the glory of Kahless! Sunday 10PM–12:30AM, Galleria 2–3 (Hilton).
Venture Bros. Game Night
Join the Guild of Charitous Intent, and test your knowledge of Venture Bros trivia with other Venture Bros fans. Go Team Venture! Sunday 10PM–12:30AM, Galleria 1 (Hilton).
