I am lamentably only able to spend 1 day here @We_Are_Wakanda - but wanted to share my thoughts on the event. I'm very sad that I can't stay for the full event, but work calls tomorrow. This event is incredibly well run, fun for attendees and BLACK AF.
The staff and organizers were a dream to work with prior to arrival and when myself & my panelists arrived, we were greeted, taken to our room to make sure it had everything we needed and able to stay in a stocked green room prior to our panel #Wakandacon
Tickets were $25-$35 (depending on when you bought them) making very accessible for folks to attend, especially folks within a drive from Chicago. Lots of friends of mine decided to come b/c it was an easy trip for them. #Wakandacon
The content is stellar and not too packed - folks will be able to attend all the things they want to - rooms were well attended tonight on Day 1 so I know it will only grow as the weekend goes on. #Wakandacon
The Marketplace was Black Folks HEAVEN. So many amazing artists, designers, blerd aficionados. Everything from jewelry and body care to clothing and games. I spent a bit, but I really loved everything I got and the vendors were having a blast too. #Wakandacon
The organizers included many sessions specifically for children & Families. I thought this was a really dope addition for a con focused on Black Panther & Afrofuturism. #Wakandacon
And while I'm not a gamer - they have a whole gaming room with tons of different systems, games and tournaments going on all weekend. There truly is something for everyone. I hope this becomes an annual event - I am really impressed. #Wakandacon
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