Stellarcon
StellarCon was a general, speculative fiction convention held in the Greater Metro area of Greensboro, North Carolina, and High Point, usually around mid-March. Average attendance at the convention was around 500 people.
| StellarCon | |
|---|---|
| Status | Defunct |
| Genre | Speculative fiction |
| Location(s) | Greensboro, North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Organized by | The Science Fiction Fantasy Federation of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro |
It hosted a variety of related programming, including guest panel discussions, book readings, demonstrations, workshops, roleplaying games, board games, card games, robot battles, and a costume contest. Guest speakers generally include authors, artists, game designers, costumers, and media celebrities. Additional attendees are vendors, selling a variety of merchandise, and fan groups such as the 501st Legion (Stormtroopers), Klingon Assault Group, Star Fleet, The Browncoats, Stargate:SO-Com, Shadowmoor, and The Buccaneers of the Atlantic Coast. Other conventions host tables such as Dragon*Con, ConCarolinas, RavenCon, and NekoCon.
StellarCon was produced by The Science Fiction Fantasy Federation of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). The convention staff consisted of volunteers from the UNCG student body, UNCG alumni, and professionals from throughout the southeastern United States.