Sequined jackets, assorted fabrics, theatrical shoes, thrifted treasures, bags of yarn balls, and so much more! Squatchcon’s annual Free Octopus Cosplay Swap is back and bigger than ever. Bring what you have - take what you like! This year the swap is open for extended hours at Studio Bob. Drop in to browse or connect with a cosplay pro for tips and tricks!

Melissa, Richard, Tom Sewid

60+ local artists and artisans including independent comics and game creators, jewelry and costume designers, pop artists, student artists, and more. Food and drink vendors onsite.

Zine and alt-comix icon Donna Barr shares the shocking, silly, and sentimental stories from 30+ years of conventions and events. Donna is joined virtually by friend and fellow alt-comix trailblazer Roberta Gregory. Bring your questions… and your popcorn.

Whether you’re writing from a speculative lens or from a place of deep-seated belief, spiritual faith, or research and hard evidence, writing a story involving folklore, mythical creatures, and cryptids carries with it a unique set of challenges and requisite considerations. Join our panel of publishing writers from different walks of the literary world to explore the different facets and foibles of any writer who wants to approach this well-trodden path for their story, whether it be fiction or non-fiction. With Josh Cutchin, Kat Richardson, Kendare Blake, Lish McBride, moderated by Clay Vermulm.

Always have ideas for stories or novels floating around your head but not sure where to start? Teens 12-18ish will learn how to turn big ideas about Characters, World, and Plot into a cohesive story. This workshop includes lots of real time creating so bring your favorite writing tools! Hosted by local author and speaker Sally Bays.