About Bakuretsu Con
What is Bakuretsu Con?
Bakuretsu Con is Vermont's ONLY anime convention. It is for fans by fans, and is an opportunity for New England anime fans to come out and celebrate their fandom for a long weekend.
It was founded in 2001 by area fans, it has grown to an event that averages between 500 and 600 attendees. It is run by the Anime Society of Vermont, a not for profit
corporation.
What goes on at Bakuretsu Con?
Bakuretsu Con has everything an anime fan could look for, Vendors, Artists Alley, Panels, Workshops, Hall Cosplay Contest, Cosplay Chess, Import Video Games, Guests, Game Shows, Board Gaming area, a Japanese Cafe, Manga library, and some of the friendliest attendees you've ever seen.
How do I register for Bakuretsu Con 2011?
Visit our registration page to register for Bakuretsu Con 2011.
I'm a member of the Press can I get a press badge?
Members of news sites, press outlets, and other groups that are interested in covering Bakuretsu Con should submit an application via the contact form and a representative will contact them with specific rules and policies.
Specific requests for interviews for guests will be handled on a case by case basis.
How do I advertise in the con book?
Please fill out the contact form and select advertising and prize donation. Make sure to include contact information.
Why does Bakuretsu Con cost money to attend?
Bakurestu Con charges between $35 and $45 per attendee for the weekend. You can reduce the cost by registering early. The fees from registration and other things like dealers and artists alley offset the cost of running the convention, renting the space, housing the staff, renting equipment, guest airfare and making sure everybody has a good time.
What events do I need to pay to attend?
Generally we try to make all of our events free to attend; however some events that require specific materials will carry a cover charge. The cover charge will be indicated in the con book.
The Japanese Cafe also carries a cover charge but should be no more than $10.
What is the Cats Eye Cafe?
The Cats Eye Cafe (a Japanese style cafe) is a place for attendees to get away from the hustle and bustle of the convention and enjoy a taste of japan. Small portions of Japenese food will be served for a reasonable price.
How do I go to the Cats Eye Cafe?
Attendees can buy tickets from the info desk on Thursday and Friday to book a seating time for Saturday. As each seating is extremely limited each attendee can only ????buy???? a ticket for one seating.
When will the Cats Eye Cafe be open?
The Cafe is planning on being open for 5 or 6 hours on Saturday, from about 11am - 5pm. However these times may change.
What are the convention hours for Bakuretsu Con?
Bakuretsu Con 2010 will start on Thursday October 21st at noon and run until 8pm. Friday 9am - 1am. Saturday 9am - 1am, and Sunday 9am - 4pm.
How can I volunteer for Bakuretsu Con?
How do I run a panel at Bakuretsu Con?
Where is Bakuretsu Con 2010 located?
Where can I park while attending Bakuretsu Con?
Is there a discount for kids?
Is there a group discount?
Am I old enough to get in with out my parents?
What happens after I pre-register?
Where can I find a schedule of events?
How do I get a table in artist alley?
How do I sign up for the masquerade?
What happens on the Thursday?
What is Bakuretsu Con's Weapon Policy?
HELP!!!!!!!!! I Have a question that this FAQ doesn't anwser!!!!
Visit our voulunteer page to find out all about volunteering.
You sign up on our panel form. After you submit the head of panels will send you an email confirming your information.
Bakuretsu Con 2010 is located at the Hamton Inn Conference in Colchester Vermont. We are conviently located off exit 17 on I-89!
The Hampton Inn Conference Center has plenty of FREE parking.
Yes. Children under 7 are free and Children 7-12 recieve a discount of $10 with a paying adult.
Bakuretsu Con does offer a group discount for groups of 10 or more. Please contact us for further information.
Children 12 and younger must be accompanied with a paying adult at all times.
Once we receive your registration we will send you a confirmation email. Bring this and/or a photo ID to the convention to pick up your badge. After recieveing your badge you are free to wander the convention space and participate in all events.
A schedule of events will be found at registration and the information desk. Also a schedule will be posted to the website when it is completed. Generally this is in the last week or two before the con, don't set your clock by it though it oftentimes changes at the last moment.
Visit our artist alley page. However, artist alley tables are very limited and spots are not guaranteed.
Visit our masquerade page for all information regarding the masquerade.
Thursday is normally a setup day for the convention; however, we generally work to have several rooms open for attendees to watch some anime, attend some panels, or read some manga.
All props that might, maybe, could possibly a weapon must be peace bound by a security staffer.
Live Steel is not permitted anywhere in the convention center
Any weapon over 5' is not permitted in the convention center (we have short ceilings)
ANYTHING THAT CAN FIRE A PROJECTILE IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CONVENTION!
If you need it for your cosplay skit, the cosplay director has final say if it can make it on stage.
Feel free to use the fourms or the contact us form to ask your question. If someone doesn't get back to you right away please be paitent, we can't all check our email every hour of every day. Email sent in the week before the convention generally will not be answered until after the event.