For their 2011 event, CherryCaptialCon is selling an exclusive Star Wars themed patch to benefit the Autism Research Network.

This past weekend we sent intrepid Convention Fans Blog photographer Joey DeMarco to Wizard World Philly, Philadelphia’s largest fandom convention. He took hundreds of photos while he was at the convention, and we’re happy to present some of our favorites to you here!

When Dorian’s Parlor opened its doors one year ago it was the first venture of its kind on the east coast. Today it is a household name for those who love Steampunk and all things neo-vintage. Throughout the past year Dorian’s Parlor has showcased a fantastic roster of award winning and incredible performers, bands, artists and fashion designers. Now the event celebrates its one year anniversary by tossing the biggest and best party ever, and this is one you do not want to miss.

Today kicks off 3-days of fandom in Philadelphia at Wizard World Philly (also known as Philadelphia Comic Con). Hosted by Wizard Entertainment, this convention is the largest fandom con within the city, bringing in thousands of visitors. Some of the guests headlining the convention are Bruce Campbell, Adam Baldwin, Vivica A. Fox, Julie Benz, Billy Dee Williams, Adam West, and Nicholas Brendon.

If you were born with a higher midi-chlorian count than others and were able to sense the madness that would be Comic Con ticket sales 2011, you bought your tickets way early during Comic Con 2010. In fact, so many purchased their tickets in advance that all 4-Day passes with Preview night were sold out before the convention concluded its run on Sunday evening.