Cosplay Photo mini-Con: HAIR OF THE DRAGON #13 (Atlanta)

Atlanta's cosplay-themed "mini-Con" returns for a 13th year. Break out your best cosplay & work with some of the area's best photographers!

About this Event

Cosplay Photo mini-Con, also known as HAIR OF THE DRAGON (and Halfway To the Dragon), is a unique, geeky event by that brings both cosplayers & talented photographers together to create photo magic - traditionally hosted near the "halfway" point from Dragon Con which happens annually approx. 6 months later during Labor Day weekend!

Step into a world where creativity, collaboration, and cosplay come together at HAIR OF THE DRAGON: Cosplay Photo mini-Con, an exciting and unique mini-con that’s all about celebrating the art of cosplay—and the community behind it! This special event is a haven for cosplayers, offering the perfect opportunity to capture stunning, professional photos while connecting with like-minded fans in a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

Whether you've spent months crafting your cosplay or you're just looking for that perfect shot to showcase your hard work, HAIR OF THE DRAGON: Cosplay Photo mini-Con provides you with the opportunity to work alongside talented photographers in a space designed specifically for cosplay art. No more rushed selfies or random photos in crowded convention halls—here, you’ll get to create high-quality images that truly reflect the vision behind your costume.

But this event isn’t just about the photos—it’s also about people! Over the past 12 years, Atlanta's Hair of the Dragon has become a gathering place where cosplayers can mingle, network, and form lasting friendships. With numerous dressing rooms on-site, you can switch between different cosplays throughout the day, giving you the chance to work with both roaming photographers and “featured” photographers who have set up in various studios around the expansive Studio Space Atlanta—a 20,000+ sq. ft. venue. The event offers a variety of opportunities to connect with fellow cosplayers in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Many friendships have blossomed from this event, making it just as much about community as it is about creating stunning photos. It’s one of the special aspects that sets this "Halfway" to the Dragon gathering apart and makes it an event cosplayers look forward to year after year.

In addition to the fun and camaraderie, Hair of the Dragon also serves as the perfect “halfway point” to the annual Dragon Con. Aptly dubbed a “Halfway to the Dragon” event, it’s the ideal way to get into the cosplay spirit months before the big con while enjoying a laid-back, vendor-free atmosphere. No panels, no celebrities—just a great time to focus on what really matters: your cosplay and your fellow fans.

Join us for a night filled with creativity, new connections, and unforgettable photos. Whether you’re looking to make lasting memories, upgrade your cosplay portfolio, or just enjoy a fun, safe, and welcoming environment, Hair of the Dragon is the event for you!

APPLY TO BE A:

• Featured Cosplayer: https://bit.ly/featured-cosplayer-form-2025

• Official Photographer: https://bit.ly/2025_photog_application

Never been to HAIR OF THE DRAGON? See previous event photos at www.CosplayPhotoCon.com

The host venue, , is truly an awesome and unique space that will provide the right atmosphere with multiple studios for cosplayers to finally get those elusive photos they so often desire.

Access to the resulting digital photos (included in admission) will be posted on www.CosplayPhotoCon.com afterwards (as photographers finish their edits). This event is BYOB for attendees with finger foods available (while it lasts).

NOTE: Edited images (social media worthy) from event will be available online afterwards (times vary depending on photographer) and are included in price of “All Access” ticket.

<h4>APPLY TO BE A:

• Featured Cosplayer: https://bit.ly/featured-cosplayer-form-2025

• Official Photographer: https://bit.ly/2025_photog_application</h4>

MAIN WEBSITE: CosplayPhotoCon.com

TICKETING QUESTIONS? [email protected]

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Host or Publisher Markster Con