SQUATCHCON 2023 SWAPS & MEETUPS
Get to know other fans, cosplayers, and creatives at our Squatchcon meetups or trade for something new (to you) at one of our three swap events!
COSPLAY & COSTUME SWAP * FRI 3/31 3:30-5:30PM @ VERN BURTON
Cosplay doesn’t have to be expensive! Join legendary comic book artist and thrift store queen Donna Barr along with our friends at Port Angeles Community Players for a Cosplay & Costume Swap!
Bring costumes and accessories to trade and browse a HUGE inventory of curated thrift store finds from Donna, costume jewelry from Dances On High Jewels, and costumes from the Port Angeles Community Players! Find the perfect pieces to complete your look or use this opportunity to create a whole new look.
This is a trade-only event - no sales at this swap, please. Any clothing or accessories you choose to bring must be clean and in gently-used condition. Unclaimed clothing at the end of this event will be donated to a local nonprofit.
COSPLAY & COSTUME SWAP
TOASTMASTER’S MEETUP
TOASTMASTER’S MEETUP * SAT 4/1 10AM-11:30AM @ VERN BURTON
Join Don Bailey (Port Angeles Toastmasters) for a gathering of storytellers interested in sharing and improving their stories.
COMIC BOOK SWAP
SWAP EVENTS
COMIC BOOK SWAP * SAT 4/1 3:30-5:30PM @ VERN BURTON
Share, swap, and trade classic, new, and original comics with other enthusiasts and collectors. This event is hosted by legendary comic book author Donna Barr!
This is a trade-only event - no sales at this swap, please. Squatchcon is an all-ages event, please keep NSFW material PG-13 and shared appropriately.
MEETUPS
KIDS BOOK SWAP
KIDS BOOK SWAP * SUN 4/2 10AM - 12PM @ VERN BURTON
Bring the kids books that your little ones have grown out of and upgrade to some new (to you) titles that are more their reading level! This is a great opportunity to clear out some bookshelf clutter and get your kiddos their summer reads early. Plus - meet other nerdy local parents! Board-book book club, anyone?
Other forms of kids media and entertainment are okay to bring to swap - please make sure everything is clean and in good condition. This is a trade-only event, no sales at this swap please. This event is intended for G and PG kids material — PG13 YA material is okay if shared appropriately.
LOLITA HOST TEA PARTY
LOLITA HOST TEA PARTY * SAT 4/1 12:00M-2PM @ VERN BURTON
Take a short break from browsing the full Vendor Market and Artist Alley at Squatchcon and partake of a cup of tea, meet some new friends and enjoy a couple of fun "Get To Know You" games, all hosted by our charming "Lolita" hostesses. This event is hosted by the Port Angeles Community Players - tips and donations will be accepted.
MANDALORIAN MEETUP
MANDALORIAN MEETUP * SAT 4/1 1:30M-3PM @ VERN BURTON
Join members of the State of Washington Mando Mercs Club (Gurreck Clan) for a special meetup that’s all about Star Wars! Show of your Star Wars cosplay, chat with other fans, and get tips from professional Mandalorians!
This meetup will conclude with an informal “Mandalorian March” from Vern Burton Community Center to Red Lion Hotel in time for the “Costume & Cosplay” panel.
SATURDAY SASQUATCH MEETUP
SASQUATCH MEETUP * SAT 4/1 2:30M-4PM @ VERN BURTON
Join Sasquatch communication expert Judy Carroll and other Sasquatch believers for an intimate meetup. Share your experiences, hear other stories, and learn more about Judy’s method for developing deep and meaningful relationships with ancient beings known as Sasquatch.
OC (ORIGINAL CHARACTERS) MEETUP
OC MEETUP * SAT 4/1 4:30M-6PM @ VERN BURTON
Have you created an original character? Join special guest Christina Gutierrez-Cozine for a meetup dedicated to original characters and the cosplayers, writers, and creatives who brought them to life!
Share your character’s story, swap tips and ideas for developing an OC, and meet others who share your passion for creating characters!
Want more? Check out Squatchcon panels and workshops, the all-ages cosplay contest, or our parties and special events!
FRIDAY SASQUATCH MEETUP
SASQUATCH MEETUP * FRI 3/31 10AM-12PM @ VERN BURTON
Meet other believers! This Sasquatch and Cryptids meetup is the perfect place to share experiences, as questions, and make friends with people who are just the right kind of weird.
SERIAL STORYTELLER’S MEETUP
SERIAL STORYTELLERS * FRI 3/31 12:30PM-2PM @ VERN BURTON
Join writer and podcaster Bailey Loveless for a discussion about serial storytelling in all forms. Meet other writers and creatives — all ages and experience levels welcome!