Category: Activity

Cosplay Pre-Judging and Line-Up

Rated: Everyone

Cosplay contest entries... check in here with your documentation, be dressed and ready for pre-show judging, and receive your line up placement. It's almost show time!

Category: Activity; Costuming; Competition

Cosplay Repair Kits

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Kay Squared

Gasp! Have you ever had something go wrong with your cosplay? Let's talk about what you need in YOUR cosplay repair kit.

Category: Discussion; Sewing; Costuming

Cosplay Swap Meet

Rated: Everyone

Do you have an old Sailor Jupiter Uniform or One Punch Man Uniform that does not fit anymore? Bring all those items that you cannot toss and trade or sell in our Cosplay Swap Meet.

Category: Activity; Swap Meet

Costume Catwalk

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Hollywood Matrimony [H04]

Many of the best costumers at a convention love showing off their work but have no interest in competing against others in a judged environment.

There also are people who have never been up on a stage in costume who need some audience time in order to hone their stage presence in front of a supportive crowd.

Lets not forget those who also just adore getting up on a stage in costume to hear the applause.

Welcome to the ALL-CON Costume Catwalk. Part preview for the Saturday night competition and part of a display of the wonderful costumes you have seen in the convention spaces so far during the weekend.

Registration is walk-up style. The first fifty entries will be accepted. ALL-CON's Master of Ceremonies will introduce the costumer and ask a couple of questions about the costume and their experience. Everything from ''I bought it at the Halloween store, and doesn't it look great!?'' to ''I spent twenty months sculpting it'' is welcome.

Category: Activity; Costuming

D&D Dungeon Master Tips

Rated: Everyone

Are you interested in D&D, but don't know anyone who can run a game? Why not try being a DM yourself? Or, are you an experienced DM who is looking for new inspiration? In this panel, we'll discuss tips for how to be a good game master for all role playing games, and specific strategies for running D&D. Whether you want to run published modules or write your own homebrew, we'll get you started!

This beginner friendly panel will outline the rules of D&D and how to play the game. Questions are encouraged, and all are welcome!

Category: Discussion; Gaming

Dallas School of Historical Fencing's Fight Room

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Dallas School of Historical Fencing

Instructors from the Dallas School of Historical Fencing are hosting a no-cost Fight Room. The school provides foam swords and fencing masks, and attendees are encouraged to either spectate or (safely) fight any of the school's instructors for both entertainment as well as evaluation and education. The school also will offer structured lessons throughout the weekend (Friday through Sunday) for attendees who have an interest.

Category: Activity; Development

Debutante's Debut

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

This is a time challenged, team-based activity wherein you and your table mates must prepare your young charge to enter society for her first ball. Your team will choose 2 representatives from your table to collect initial supplies, and once items are selected for all teams, the 30-minute timer starts. Materials are provided, and your imagination is required!

Category: Activity; Regency Era; Craft

Derby Day Horse Racing

Rated: Everyone

It's Derby Day Horse Racing at ALL-CON! Up to 12 players at a time can select their steed and lane. Additional players waiting for their race can cheer on their favorite horse as it's a race to the finish line! Who can drive their horse the fastest to cross the finish line and Win, Place, or Show their way to victory? This isn't a board game. This isn't a video game. This is a good old fashioned horse race! No betting please, ladies and gentlemen. This sport of champions is strictly for some exciting action at the track.

Category: Activity; Gaming

Devore Velvet

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Kay Squared

Join us as we show you how Devore can enhance your costume. Under supervision, you will learn how to apply Fiber Etch onto silk velvet.

Category: Workshop; Sewing; Costuming

Do Anime Fans Secretly Hate Anime

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Are you a anime fan who secretly hates the popular stuff, the new stuff, the og stuff? Do you hate... ummm.... Burrito... Burro... Naruto's son the anime? Join us and find out.

Category: Discussion

Do You Like the Star Wars?

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

DYLTSW? will feature a category for every one of the nine films of the ''Skywalker Saga''! Three contestants who really know their Star Wars will compete for one of a variety of amazing prizes! All questions will be from Episodes 1 through 9 of the Saga, with a random surprise category sprinkled throughout the game. If you consider yourself an expert on the cinematic incarnations of ''The Star Wars,'' this is your game show!** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Don't lose your Geek Card Classic

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

Two convention families blended from the audience members compete for fun and cheap prizes. Contestants drawn at random must be aged 14 or older.

Category: Game Show

Don't Lose Your Geek Card: Anime

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: HAN Productions

ALL-CON’s most popular game show format ventures into the world of Anime! HAN Productions tests your knowledge in this fun version of Don't Lose Your Geek Card. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Don't Lose Your Geek Card: Marvel Movies

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Rogue One

ALL-CON’s universal game show format takes on one of the most successful franchises in entertainment history, the myriad phases of Marvel Studios’ film and television universe!  Join Rogue One presenter Karianne Cargill on a journey through the MCU from Iron Man up to Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania – and everything in between!  If you are steeped in the over-a-decade long history (to date) of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this is YOUR game show! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Don't Lose Your Geek Card: South Park Addition

Rated: Everyone

Come on down to South Park, and have yourself a time competing in a trivia smackdown celebrating almost 30 years of one of the most outrageous and controversial satire comedy series in television history. Come win a fun South Park themed prize and maybe walk away with a few other goodies if you are lucky! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Don't Lose Your Geek Card: Video Game Edition

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: In Our Nerdy Opinion

Calling all gamers and gaming enthusiasts! Don't Lose Your Geek Card: Video Games Edition is back! As with the traditional version, contestants receive three Geek Cards each and are confronted with 40 video-game-themed questions over eight categories! Contestants who answer a question incorrectly lose a Geek Card, and if they lose all three during the game, they are out; however, there are random Bonus Cards on the board that act as extra Geek Cards! Points are awarded for every correctly answered question, as well as for each Geek Card retained and every Bonus Card earned (and retained)!  There are also Prize Cards that can earn contestants some cool video game swag! Prize Cards do not add to the point total, but at least there is a nice prize involved!  Will you hit your level cap, or are you just a noob? Come find out at Don't Lose Your Geek Card: Video Games Edition! Not into video games? Be sure to check out the other incarnations of Don't Lose Your Geek Card! Contestants: Three ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Empyrean Series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm) Deep Dive and Theory Conversation

Rated: Mature

In this panel, we will be discussing the Empyrean series that has taken the world by storm. This panel will include spoilers for ALL of the series including Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm, bonus chapters, and interviews with Rebecca Yarros. Nothing is off the table, so be warned. We will be discussing lore, characters, themes, theories and more during the panel.

During the discussion, participation in the conversation is encouraged but not required. All attendees will be receiving a link to a copy of the deep dive of the entire series prepared by Samantha and Cheyenne, which contains all notes taken in the series. It's a document with a clickable table of contents containing anything and everything the two of us could think to put in.

We are so excited to discuss these books and theories for the rest of the series and are excited to see everyone with this shared passion!

Category: Discussion; Literature

ENTER THE TAVERN D&D One Shot

Rated: Mature

'Shadows of the Forgotten Relic''

The sleepy village of Everrest has known peace for generations, but whispers of an ancient relic hidden deep in the Forest of Whispers have stirred old legends. When a mysterious stranger arrives, claiming that the artifact has awakened and its power threatens to consume the land, you and your companions must step forward. The mission? To find the relic, stop those who seek to wield its dark magic, and uncover the secrets of the forest.

This one-shot adventure is designed for players of all experience levels. Featuring high-stakes combat, intricate puzzles, and moral choices that could shape the fate of Everrest, Shadows of the Forgotten Relic invites you to test your skills and forge your own destiny.

Category: Gaming; Activity

Escape Room #1

Rated: Everyone

No title. No advance clues about the theme. You have 45 minutes to find and figure out the puzzles and their meaning. The rooms this year are designed for participation at (nearly) all ages and skill levels.

Category: Activity; Development

Escape Room #2

Rated: Everyone

No title. No advance clues about the theme. You have 45 minutes to find and figure out the puzzles and their meaning. The rooms this year are designed for participation at (nearly) all ages and skill levels.

Category: Activity; Development

eSports Super Smash Bros Tournament

Rated: Everyone

Console Gaming Room eSports Super Smash Bros Tournament!

Category: Gaming; Competition

Fantastic Four Facts

Rated: Everyone

On an outer space adventure, they got hit by cosmic rays. And the four were changed forever, in some most fantastic ways. Comic historian Matt Morrison will discuss the origins of the Fantastic Four, their history in the comics, their best and worst adaptations and what we know about this summer's Fantastic Four movie.

Category: Discussion

Feelin' 22 Dance Party

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Taylor Celebration: By Fans For Fans

Calling all Swifties to attend and celebrate with an all-ages dance party! We will have some bubbles, glow stuff, super cool DJ lights, lots of laughs, and definitely create some memories! This is the time to sing and dance to your heart's content. Use this time to exchange your friendship bracelets too, if you haven't had the opportunity to do so yet! The Dance will end at 2 P.M.

Category: Activity; Taylor Fans; Social

Fluxx

Rated: Everyone

Draw a card play a card. The rules change as you play.

Category: Activity; Gaming

Full Dance Cards and Fluttering Fans

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

Immerse yourself into the true spirit of the Regency Romance era by decorating a proper dance card or fan for the Regency Ball on Friday evening. The glory of the internet provides many examples of Regency era dance cards and ladies' fans, but it is always more fun to create your own! There will be a bit of paper, pens, and some trimmings, and you are welcome to bring your own supplies as well! Your imagination is the main requirement in this event. Feel free to be as proper ...or improper ...as you would like.

Category: Activity; Regency Era; Craft

Geek Match Game

Rated: Teen

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

This outrageous offering from Games and Theory puts an ALL-CON twist on an all-time game show classic!  Laughs and groans galore as our contestants try to match answers and wits with our celebrity panel of guests to fill in the blank questions like: ''The Zatanna cosplayer drank too much at the Bunny Hutch last night. She woke up with a hangover and pulled a ________ out of her hat.''** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Generation Gap

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

Ever since ALL-CON 2016, JediCole has produced a themed game show that mirrors the annual theme of the convention. With the 2025 theme of ''Generations'', this was the obvious approach to paying homage in game show format! The Generation Gap tests your knowledge of pop-culture icons spanning, quite frankly, the generations. From the movies and TV shows of 1984 and 2004 to trends in toys and video games and even that 50-year-old American comedy institution, Saturday Night Live! Three contestants will vie for the big prize in this lively game show for the ages…and all ages! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Ghost Classification 101

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

The panel is called Ghost Classification 101. Using the Ghostbusters class system, I talk about the famous fictional ghosts and spirits and how they would be classified by that System. Starting from famous ghosts like Casper, and the Ghostly Trio to more malevolent spirits like Sadako and the Flying Dutchman. Breaking down their abilities across different media from comics and movies to cartoons.

Category: Discussion

Hand Sewing 101

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Kay Squared

Learn the basic hand sewing stitches that are useful in cosplay & costuming.

Category: Discussion; Sewing; Costuming

Hard Sci-Fi vs. Soft Sci-Fi

Rated: Everyone

Join us for a lively panel discussion exploring the fuzzy boundaries between hard science fiction, soft science fiction, and science fantasy. Our expert panelists will delve into the challenges of categorizing speculative fiction and debate the relevance of these distinctions in today's literary landscape. Key topics include:

• The role of scientific accuracy in different subgenres
• How authors balance scientific and fantastical elements
• The impact of marketing on genre classifications
• Favorite examples that challenge traditional categories

Whether you're a die-hard hard SF fan or a lover of genre-bending tales, this discussion promises fresh insights into the evolving world of speculative fiction. Don't miss this opportunity to hear diverse perspectives from authors, critics, and fans as we attempt to draw the elusive lines between these captivating subgenres.

Category: Discussion; Literature

Has Marvel Lost It's Luck?

Rated: Teen

Produced By: ReelNewz

ReelNewz.com Senior-Corespondent Alyson Powers takes a look at the current Marvel fare, in the All-Con Dallas panel ''Has Marvel Lost It’s Luck?'' The panel discuss the current state of Marvel films and how the MCU can rise back to the top of the Avengers mountain.

Moderator: Alyson Powers is joined by ReelNewz contributor Brian Landa, ReelNewz Red-Carpet Host Elisha Lovett, And Actress/ Producer -Cynthia Santiago (Women in Film Dallas Board-member)

Category: Discussion

Hey kids!  Don't Lose Your Geek Card: COMICS!

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

It has been quite a while since there was a comic book edition of ALL-CON's oldest game show...and that is about to change!  From the minds of Cole ''JediCole'' and his former Hey Kids, Comics! co-host Andrew Farmer, comes this special semi-reunion version of this classic show! Do you know She-Hulk from Shi? Man-Bat from Batman? Swamp Thing from Man-Thing? Then you just may know a thing or two about comics! The Hey Kids, Comics! edition of Don't Lose Your Geek Card will challenge your knowledge of comic character secret identities, teams, armored characters, and even ''The Star Wars'' in comics! Eight categories, 40 questions, three contestants, and nine (total) Geek Cards will be in play for this game show that flies off the spinner rack and into the Games and Theory suite! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

I'm Not Even Supposed to be Here Today! - View Askew Trivia

Rated: Teen

Produced By: Animagic

Bring your point of view…askew with a brand-new game show of 2025.  Celebrating the amazing career of writer/director/actor Kevin Smith and his View Askew productions, this game is a must for fans of Clerks, Dogma, Mallrats, Chasing Amy and more!  How well do you know the philosophy of Silent Bob?  How about Willem’s struggles with sailboats?  Are you steeped in the machinations of LaFours and Brandy’s dad?  How about fallen angels, burger slinging fanboys, and…well…animal life – like a certain great ape and that donkey?  This is the game show for you if you are into all things View Askew.  The entire game could get all askew, in fact, depending on how deeply into the realm of these productions (think Tusk or Red State) Animagic Productions chooses to take the audience down a “Vulgar” path! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

INFLATE-a-cade Midway Games

Rated: Everyone

It's the INFLATE-a-cade! It's like an inflatible arcade midway! This first year we are starting with three attractions - an archery range, a hatchet throw, and a human-sized whack-a-mole arena! (Space permitting, we may also try to squeeze in the child-sized bounce house from the Pajama Jammie Jam.) They are all free to play! Bring your friends and rediscover the joys of your youth playing with the adult-size inflatible games.

Category: Activity; Arcade

Intro to Plush Making

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Meow About Cosplay and Crafts

Do you love plush dolls and stuffed animals? Ever wanted to try your hand at making your own stuffies, but didn't know where to start?

Join TR Rose of MeowAbout Cosplay and learn:
• Starting pattern recommendations!
• Plush materials to use!
• Where to source fabrics!
• And see some finished masterwork plushies up close!

With the tips you learn in this panel, you'll be well on your way to making your own OC in plush form. Q&A time following the panel, so bring your questions. Plush panel attendees will also receive a ''goodie bag'' of a simple pattern and several fabrics to take home and begin your plush journey (while supplies last).

Category: Workshop; Discussion; Sewing

It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's the History of Superman!

Rated: Everyone

Everyone knows Superman is the first superhero, but how was he created? How has he evolved? What does the future hold for the Man of Steel? Comic Book Historian Matt Morrison will answer these questions and more in an overview of Superman's history.

Category: Discussion

It's a Wrap!

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions; Happy Cat Productions

We are done. Wrapping it up with all the thank yous and luv yous. We are here because you are here. Here's to 20 more years of fun and Games at Our Favorite Convention!!

Category: Game Show

Its All Paranormal to Me

Rated: Everyone

The author speaks about some of his encounters with paranormal beings and creatures, compares those with the experiences of others, and draws conclusions. Audience interaction, an earnest Q&A, opportunities to win prizes.

Category: Discussion

It's Morphin Tine!!! A Power Rangers Panel

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Are you a fan of a crime fighting team of teenagers with attitude who transform into super heroes? Join us as we uncover the full history of power rangers. From Mighty Morphin to Cosmic Fury. We will even cover the comics and video games.

Category: Discussion

It's OK to Be Dumb at D&D Panel

Rated: Teen

Produced By: Super Cool Nerd Show

We all make mistakes. D&D mistakes. Whether you're an Aasimar Rogue who stabbed her friend on request, or you had to spend 30k gold to get out of an engagement you proposed, you're accepted here. Join SCNS as we discuss awkward situations, hilarious hijinks, cursed dice rolls, etc. Bring your own stories and discover why it's OK to be truly, unimaginably, hysterically dumb at D&D.

Category: Discussion; Gaming

ITS OVER 9000!!! A Dragonball Panel

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Join us as we discuss everything Dragonball from the OG to Super, Daima and Sparking Zero. Also join us as we once again honor the memory of Akira Toriyama who passed in 2024.

Category: Discussion

Jane Austen BINGO

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

Even if Jane Austen was more into playing card games (as was befitting for her class), we think she would enjoy this particular game, which is based upon her works.

Category: Activity; Regency Era

Jane Austen Trivia

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

All things Jane and her novels? Yes please! In this activity, participants will organize themselves into teams and work their way towards supreme excellence by showing off their knowledge of Jane Austen and her works. There will be a prize awarded for the team with the highest points!

Category: Activity; Regency Era

JediCole Universe Live!

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: ALL-CON Games and Theory

JediCole returns to The JediCole Universe for another year and you are invited to join him! Be a part of ALL-CON's second-longest-running talk show (of four in 21 years*) with all of the timeless antics you have come to expect. This, because you have come to expect that JediCole won't have time to come up with any genuinely new material in time for 2025!

Audience participation is the order of the day as your host and his to-be-announced guests invite you to play along with such features as ''It Came From the Dollar (and a Quarter) Store!,'' the return of ''What Would Comic Book Villains Do?', and the inevitable game show, ''You Can't Win!'' Plus there is that whole challenge to eat some oddball dollar store find along with Cole and friends.

*Fandom at Random DFW, JediCole's Morning After, The JediCole Universe Live, JediCole's Insomnia (in order of first and/or last ALL-CON appearance).

Category: Discussion

JediCole's Morning After

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions; Happy Cat Productions

ALL-CON's longest running talk show is back! To make it worth sleepy, hung-over, and otherwise worn out ALL-CON attendees' efforts to wake up early on Sunday morning, JediCole brings the fun in the A.M. with all kinds of laughs and surprises. Get over that hangover from Saturday night, drag yourself to the Lantana Room at 9 AM on Sunday, and join in on the annual antics! JediCole and friends will be looking for YOU on Sunday morning!

Category: Discussion

Jeopardy! The Time Travel Edition

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: McFly Dallas

The timeline is in jeopardy!  No, wait a minute (pun intended), the timeline IS Jeopardy!  The game show Jeopardy to be precise.  And when it comes to time travel, time alterations, time gaps, and “The Sacred Timeline”, you better be precise! Are you precisely an expert on time in movies and television?  Time travelers, history re-writers, Time Cops, and those who commit “Crimes of Time” are legion in pop-culture.  Time Travel Jeopardy is the game show that celebrates this fact.  Be ready to take your DeLorean Time Machine down the Time Tunnel to engage in trivia that Time and Time Again will land you Somewhere in Time.  Do you have the time to pit your timely knowledge against the other contestants?  It’s time to find out! Time, time, time, time IS on your side.  Yes, it is! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Kaiju Trivia

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: HAN Productions

Do you Kaiju? Are you a Gamera or a Minya? New game show from HAN Productions. Enjoy! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Karaoke Party with DJ Vee

Rated: Teen

Bring your friends and belt out your favorite tunes! Don't feel like singing? That's okay too, just come over to dance, hang out and have a good time.

Category: Activity; Music

K-Pop in the West: A History

Rated: Everyone

K-pop feels like a relatively new phenomenon in America, but did you know western audiences were first exposed to k-pop almost 20 years ago?! Come learn about the roots of K-pop's western popularity, how and why it grew from a niche subculture to a billion-dollar industry, and what the future looks like for K-pop's western expansion!

Category: Discussion; Music; Culture

Labyrinth Feature Film Screening

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: A Court of Dreams and Goblins

You are invited to join with our Goblin Court for an audience-participation based screening of Jim Henson's 1986 masterpiece ''Labyrinth'', followed by a 3 hour gala ball! Nostalgia comes to life at this interactive occasion, which will feature the ballroom transformed into the world of the infamous and notorious, yet oddly beloved, Goblin King. You will see familiar scenes and faces from the film, and will more than likely find a few hidden miniature treasures as you journey through the passages.

The film begins at 7:00pm, with all its glitter and glass filled glory. Immediately following, we will all dance together As The World Falls Down. Please be sure to join the line early, if you desire the optimal experience, as the first 50 guests will receive theme related prop kits to utilize and enjoy throughout the feature film.

Category: Presentation; Labyrinth

Laser Tag Dragon Wars Arena

Rated: Everyone

It's a full-on laser war at ALL-CON!

Whether it's two-on-two, six-on-six, a zombie hunt scenario, or every man for themself we have got the game formats that will challenge you every time you play. Bring your friends or meet some new ones. Up to twelve people can play at a time. New games start every 30 minutes.

Want to know about the equipment? These aren't little toy store guns! This is real-deal laser tag designed for indoor and outdoor use with open field play. We are proud supporters of SteradianTech.com If you have been around for our laser tag arenas in the past, you know how impressive the gear is.

And it's FREE to play at ALL-CON!

Category: Activity; Feature

Let's Talk About Fanfic, Baby!

Rated: Teen

Let's take some time to talk about fan fiction across the board. Why we read/write it, the legalities, your favorite stories, and whether or not it should be gatekept.

Category: Discussion; Literature

LIVE FROM ALL-CON IT'S SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE!

Rated: Everyone

It's the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live, a show that no one believed would last beyond one single episode. Come celebrate the 50 years of iconic characters, skits, musical acts and more as you test your skills at SNL trivia for a fun prize pack that will be more fun than living in a van down by the river. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool

Category: Game Show

Mad Hatter's Tea Party: Disney Trivia

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Rogue One

Follow us down the rabbit hole for a very merry unbirthday trivia show about all things Disney. There will sure to be plenty of twists and turns and nothing is as it seems. If you think you know Disney come join us for some trivia and put your knowledge to the test. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Make a Poppet

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Kay Squared

Take the basic hand sewing stitches and learn how to make our own poppet. You'll cut out your poppet pattern out of cotton fabric and begin hand sewing your poppet.

Category: Workshop; Sewing; Costuming

Making Your Own Panel 101

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Have you ever wanted to start hosting panels at conventions? Now sure how to start, apply or even call your panel? We are here to help you build your panel from the ground up.

Category: Discussion

Mario Kart Grand Prix Tournament

Rated: Everyone

Console Gaming Room mario Kart Grand Prix Tournament!

Category: Gaming; Competition

Mastering the Art of Remote Voice Over

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Very Berry Studios

Ever wondered how you can be a voice actor without getting out of the comfort of your own home? Maybe you discovered you can do a good impression of a cartoon character? Well, this is the right panel for you! This panel will be going over the basics of voice over and how to expand your horizons when it comes to being in the business! Whether you're considering it professionally or just a hobby, all are welcome! This is also the perfect opportunity to learn what Phebe looks for in an actor when auditioning for Very Berry projects, and how you can stand out amongst the other auditionees.

Category: Discussion

Mental Health Awareness

Rated: Teen

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Join us as we discuss the importance of mental health and raising awareness in our community.

Category: Discussion; Culture

Mickey's House of Villains

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Old School Cap

'It's our house now! The villains are taking over! Join us for a quiz show that will put your knowledge of Disney's most dastardly characters to the test. So, practice your villain song, grab your red lightsaber, and assemble the Infinity Stones to see if you can become the greatest trivia villain of all!'' ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Miniature Golf

Rated: Everyone

Hole-in-One Miniature Golf, every day at ALL-CON.

When researching indoor golf courses, we learned about two different philosophies: ''Pro Putter'' (complexity of layout) and ''Obstacle'' (complexity of ornamentation). We designed a hybrid with a little bit of each.

Each of the ten-plus holes is built on a sixteen foot long green, some with an additional eight foot dogleg which just means they aren't just a single straight green.

In addition to the miniature golf course there also is a ''Pool Golf'' game. It's the same rules as shooting pool but with putters and golf balls. Three ball in the corner pocket!

What better way to practice social distancing with your friends than to spread out on our indoor mini golf course, located right in the spacious new convention space at the Hilton Lincoln Centre! You don't even have to leave the convention. Catch a round or two in between panels or to relax before the Cosplay competition.

Putters and balls will be disinfected in between players.

Try it out! Miniature Golf is now one of our new feature events. It's just one more way we continue to make ALL-CON ''Your Favorite Con.''

Category: Activity; Feature

Miniature Golf 4th Annual ''Danny'' Invitational

Rated: Private

A privately held mini golf tournament to honor the forever regining champion, Danny Kline. Must possess a ''Danny Token'' in advance to qualify for entry. Dresscode and ''Danny Rules'' enforced. One round.

Category: By Invitation; Social

Murder Mystery D&D Game

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Super Cool Nerd Show

D&D set in a creepy mansion can never lead to anything bad! The thunderstorm and boxes of improvised weapons mean nothing at all. The butler seems shifty though.

Join the cast of SCNS:Live and a special guest from the Five Sided Fates as they try and solve the mystery in this Clue-style adventure.

Category: Performance; Gaming

My Adventure as a Crossplayer

Rated: Teen

Cross dressing, cross play what is the difference? This will be a short lecture with slides on my almost 30 year adventure into all things fun and frilly surrounding anime conventions.

Category: Discussion

My First Disbandment

Rated: Everyone

Being a new K-pop or J-pop fan is fun... until your favorites go on a sudden ''indefinite hiatus'', mandatory military service, or worst of all... DISBAND! If you've experienced the heartbreak that comes with being an Asian music fan, join us for an informal (and hopefully cathartic) session where we discuss our first and most infamous disbandments. Bring your tissues!

Category: Discussion; Music

Nerds Say

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: TokuTruck

Sometimes being a nerd about something can give you the edge in this fast-paced game. Step up & let your Nerd flag fly! Its more fun than work and cheaper than therapy.

Category: Game Show

Nobody Cares: Embracing Your Cosplay Journey

Rated: Everyone

Cosplay is all about creativity, fun, and self-expression -- so why stress over the tiny imperfections? In this panel, we'll explore the truth that most of the ''mistakes'' we see in our costumes are invisible to others, and if they do notice, they likely don't mind. The focus is on letting go of perfectionism and embracing the joy of creating what makes you happy. Join us for an encouraging discussion about why the best cosplay is the one that brings you joy, not the one that fits into a mold of expectations.

Category: Discussion; Costuming; Culture

Oooh! Oooh! Oooh!

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Happy Cat Productions

Brainchild of Games and Theory Executive Producer Cat Houston, this is the game show where EVERYONE is a contestant! The Games and Theory producers will divide the audience into teams and then ask each group trivia questions in turn. Anyone who

Category: Game Show

Oooh! Oooh! Oooh! (with Grand Prize Drawing)

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

Brainchild of Games and Theory Executive Producer Cat Houston, this is the game show where EVERYONE is a contestant! The Games and Theory producers will divide the audience into teams and then ask each group trivia questions in turn. Anyone who thinks they know the answer is encouraged to raise their hand with an enthusiastic ''Oooh! Oooh! Oooh!'' with the first to acknowledge being picked to answer. A correct answer sends the audience member to the prize table to draw for a prize level and take home something fun. Each team makes the rounds until the questions arrive back at the first team and the rotation starts anew. Audience members are encouraged to let others have a chance at prizes if they have already won two themselves, ensuring everyone gets a little something for joining the fun. By far the most chaotic game show annually. It is also the show that has the highly anticipated Grand Prize drawing! All weekend long Games and Theory game shows, as well as many other non-game show events produced by the Games and Theory crew, give out two-part drawing tickets to all who attend these shows from beginning to end. On Sunday, after Oooh! Oooh! Oooh! concludes, tickets are gathered and one lucky attendee will take home the Grand Prize for 2025! What are we giving away? What additional random cool stuff would we rather give away that put in storage for a year? You will have to wait until Sunday to find out.

Category: Game Show

Paper Beauties Parade

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

Sometimes all we need to put the world to rights is to slow down, take a deep breath, and pick up a coloring book. All ages are welcome to join for an hour of calm recreation celebrating popular fashions of the Regency era, as demonstrated by coloring books and paper dolls. All drawings have been captured from the pages of fashionable magazines and replicant books of the era. And of course, the coloring sheets and paper dolls are yours to keep.

Category: Activity; Regency Era; Craft

Peanuts

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

In honor of ALL-CON 2025 guests Duncan Watson and Melanie Kohn, and in celebration of Charles Shultz's 50 year comic strip run, the Games and Theory gang present a Peanuts trivia quiz that will have you saying ''Good grief!'' in the best possible way.   Yes indeed!  Grief can be good when you participate in a lively game show all about ''Good ol' Charlie Brown'' and friends, some of pop culture's oldest living children!  From Snoopy and Woodstock to the Van Pelts and beyond, this collaboration of Half-Ass Productions and other producers will be more anticipated than the arrival of the Great Pumpkin! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Red Dragon Inn

Rated: Everyone

Play Red Dragon. Come to learn or just play with new friends. This is a fast paced game easy to play and learn.

Category: Activity; Gaming

Regency Ball

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Regency Era Activities and Ball

Join us for a Regency Era themed Ball, where music, mayhem, and merriment commence! Costumes are welcomed and encouraged. NOTE: Regency Ball specific ticketholders will also be authorized and eligible to participate in additional themed special activities. See official link to the Regency Ball for details. The Ball ends and room closes at midnight.

Category: Activity; Regency Era; Social

Retro Fighting Game Tournament

Rated: Everyone

Console Gaming Room Retro Fighting Games Tournament!

Category: Gaming; Competition

Scooby-clusive

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: ReelNewz

A Discussion about collided worlds which have been included within the Scooby-Doo Universe and what worlds the panel feel have been left-out.

Moderated by Daniel Robert Durrett Editor In Chief of ReelNewz.com, ReelNewz correspondents Ben Bright; John J. Gray; Benjamin Angrisano.

Category: Discussion

Screen Time

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

The ever-popular Screen Time game show returns with lots of movie trivia and movie quote surprises! Four games in one show--the biggest challenge being recognizing famous movie quotes that are read as if you typed them out and gave them to your grandma to read! If you love movies, really LOVE movies, you have found your game show with Screen Time, which will be produced twice over the course of the weekend and offer the biggest selection of prizes ever! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Screen Time

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

The ever-popular Screen Time game show returns with lots of movie trivia and movie quote surprises! Four games in one show--the biggest challenge being recognizing famous movie quotes that are read as if you typed them out and gave them to your grandma to read! If you love movies, really LOVE movies, you have found your game show with Screen Time. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Screen Time: Rated R

Rated: Mature

Produced By: Half-Ass Productions

Screen Time is one of the most popular game shows at ALL-CON. But it can be a bit reserved in keeping with the family atmosphere of the convention. But late at night...that's a different story! Host JediCole reveals that he does in fact know all the ''swear words'' when Screen Time lets loose with the ''Rated R'' version. Expect lots of movie trivia, fun starring role movie games, and all the drolly read movie quotes you love with Screen Time, only with a large volume of cussing found in favorite movies that are assuredly not appropriate for children. Audience members must be 18 years of age or older to attend or be contestants in this edition of the show. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Service Dogs at Fan Events

Rated: Everyone

Dogs are cute. When you see them in cosplay, it could flat out adorable. However, if you're seeing a dog at a fan convention or event, that's not just a pet dog, but a working service dog. Come learn some tips and etiquette about how to interact with the handler (NOT the dog) of a service dog team. Also for current and future handlers, some tips on going to cons with a service dog.

Category: Discussion; Culture

Ship Shape

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: In Lehman's Terms

Where Only the Most Astute Sci-Fi Fans Prevail. Prepare yourself for Ship Shape, the trivia game show that challenges contestants to identify iconic spaceships from TV shows and movies using only their silhouettes. Ship Shape tests contestants' knowledge and keen eye for detail. Participants are presented with black and white outlines of various spaceships and must correctly identify each one based solely on its shape as they compete for prizes. Ship Shape is a celebration of the sci-fi genre. Whether a contestant or a viewer, embark on a thrilling journey to identify the universe's most iconic spaceships by their silhouettes alone, although it may be helpful to brush up on starship construction. Tune in and may the best sci-fi fan win! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Singles Social Gathering: ROCK BAND 4 Edition

Rated: Adult

Produced By: Geeks 5 Ever

Single? Do you wanna hang out and make new friends or find someone to connect with? Join us as we gather with like minded con goers. Also play a round of ROCK BAND 4 on the ps5.

Category: Activity; Gaming

Sith Happens: The Star Wars Villain Quiz Show

Rated: Everyone

The world of Star Wars is filled with villains of every shape, size and race. Come test your knowledge of all things villainous at this trivia game that will explore the world of the Star Wars villains from The Acolyte all the way to The Return of Skywalker. Lots of ground to cover, but think you know your stuff? Come put it to the test then and win some fun Star Wars themed prizes! ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

So You Wanna Be A Podcaster

Rated: Everyone

Produced By: Super Cool Nerd Show

How interested are you in podcasting? Well if you wanna learn to navigate the sometimes tricky field of broadcasting your opinion to the internet, the crew of Super Cool Nerd Show better known as the SCNS Live talk about the experience they have had working in the industry for 10 years strong. Join SCNS as we talk about the successes and failures of becoming a podcaster.

Category: Discussion

Someday Monkey Not Play Piano Song

Rated: Teen

Produced By: ALL-CON Games and Theory

With a title like this, it's got to be something unusual!

Cole ''JediCole'' Houston delves into an aspect of popular culture that is decidedly not his forte - music!

Cole hosts this lively panel which will feature members of Games and Theory as well as some familiar faces at ALL-CON on a journey through music and lyrics and what we sometimes hear and hear incorrectly. From the obvious, like your odd ''One Ton Tomatoes'' and ''Bathrooms on the Right'' to more obscure and decidedly personal anecdotes on lyrics that sounded like something wholly other to tales of fun encounters with popular songs.

The hand-picked panelists will ''play it by ear'' in an interactive exploration of decades of popular music that affords the audience a chance to get in on thact. No singing required!

Category: Game Show

Spicy Anime Challenge

Rated: Mature

Produced By: Animagic

The Trivia show for people who watch anime for “the plot”! If it’s weird, lewd or crud we’re probably talking about it! This is an 18+ show. ** As with all game shows, get there early to get in on the potential contestant pool. Some game shows have a pre-show qualifying quiz and contestants are chosen at random from the contestant pool.

Category: Game Show

Splendid Teapot Race

Rated: Everyone

What does a Steampunk do when they are not flying in their airships? They race their TEAPOTS! This race will have radio controlled teapots trying to navigate a miniature race course for the lowest time. Bring what you create however it must meet certain weight and space dimensions.

Category: Activity; Competition

Star Wars Show and Tell

Rated: Everyone

Geoffrey Carlton is hosting ALL-CON's Star Wars Show and Tell feature! Geoffrey is the author of eleven Star Wars Super Collector's Wish Books (2001-2024). These 460+ page hardcover books are about Star Wars collectibles including their identification and values.

Bring your favorite or most unique Star Wars collectible to show off and tell others about. It can be a toy, collectible, memorabilia, package ... anything Star Wars!

One lucky collector who participates will be taking home a vintage toy chest from Geoffrey's own collection! (No purchase necessary, but you must participate as a presenter with a Star Wars item in order to qualify and presenters must be in attendance throughout Show and Tell event.)

Due to limits of time, only the first 15 sign-ups on site are guarenteed to speak.
Following the Show and Tell, there will be an informal Star Wars Swap Meet.