convention-goer
Delegate at gatherings
A convention-goer is someone who attends a convention—whether a political gathering, professional conference, or fan event.
The term emphasizes participation rather than organization: Convention-goers packed the exhibition hall.
At comic cons and similar events, convention-goers often dress in elaborate costumes.
Worn symbol of membership
- registrationFormal recording of participation
- lanyardWearable cord for items
- wristbandBand encircling the arm
- panelDistinct flat section
keynote · workshop · seminar · exhibit · session · schedule · swag · goodie bag
Unofficial creative homages
- fanfictionAmateur work using existing characters
- shippingTransporting goods to destinations
- headcanonUnconfirmed fan-created backstory
- merchandiseCommercial products offered
collectibles · exclusives · panels · theories · lore · trivia · autographs · celebrity
Printed contact information handouts
- minglingCasual social interaction
- contactsPeople you know professionally
- schmoozingCasual strategic socializing
- elevator pitchBrief persuasive summary
meet-and-greet · handshake · icebreaker · collaboration · connections · LinkedIn · industry · professional
Clothing for portrayal
- characterNature, symbol, or role
- masqueradeDeceptive act or costume party
- contestOrganized competitive event
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
armor · wig · makeup · transformation · photoshoot · skit · walk-on · judges
badge
Worn symbol of membership
- registrationFormal recording of participation
- lanyardWearable cord for items
- wristbandBand encircling the arm
panel · keynote · workshop · seminar · exhibit · session · schedule · swag · goodie bag · vendor
fanart
Unofficial creative homages
- fanfictionAmateur work using existing characters
- shippingTransporting goods to destinations
- headcanonUnconfirmed fan-created backstory
merchandise · collectibles · exclusives · panels · theories · lore · trivia · autographs · celebrity · screenings
business cards
Printed contact information handouts
- minglingCasual social interaction
- contactsPeople you know professionally
- schmoozingCasual strategic socializing
elevator pitch · meet-and-greet · handshake · icebreaker · collaboration · connections · LinkedIn · industry · professional · partnership
costume
Clothing for portrayal
- characterNature, symbol, or role
- masqueradeDeceptive act or costume party
- contestOrganized competitive event
craftsmanship · armor · wig · makeup · transformation · photoshoot · skit · walk-on · judges · crossplay
convention-goerhomebody
One preferring domestic life
shut-in · recluse · hermit · stay-at-home · agoraphobe
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