/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

(Separating posts because they're too long)

Katsucon, mid Feb (pictured)
>excellent cosplay. Not a lot of place to photograph (inside crowded, cold weather outside)
>good mix of panels. A lot of Japanese culture. Most don't go because the focus is on cosplay.
>huge crowd and most party. club upstairs is free
>AA and dealers are great
>there is a CVS and other eateries nearby
>bundle up and be careful if you go outside. The weather is typically 30F and below (last year was an anomaly.)
>hotels ~$250-300/night

Anime Boston, late March/early April or May
>good/mediocre cosplay. It has a younger crowd due to the con's accessibility.
>not a lot of places to photograph. Likely will need to go outside or travel elsewhere if you don't want crowds or bland setting.
>great programming. I enjoy the closing ceremonies in addition to the variety of panels
>guests, AA, and dealers are good
>a lot of places to eat and nearby stores for last minute things
>constantly check the weather and hope for a gorgeous day
>hotels ~$200-250/night