This August there are quite a few local sci-fi/fantasy (SFF) conventions. So if you’d like to celebrate some speculative fiction one last time before the end of summer here are the events waiting for you.

And always remember, the internet is your convention research buddy.

August 12-14

SpoCon

• When: August 12-14, 2011
• Where: Spokane, Washington
• What: Spokane’s local science fiction/fantasy convention.

Star Wars Celebration

• When: August 12-15, 2011
• Where: Orlando, Florida
• What: Official Star Wars convention.

August 19-21

Renovation: World Scince Fiction Convention

• When: August 17-21, 2011
• Where: Reno, Nevada
• What: Gives the Hugo Award. The World Science Fiction Convention, also known as Worldcon, is held in a different location and country each year.

August 26-28

ArmadilloCon

• When: August 26-28, 2011
• Where: Austin, Texas
• What: Science fiction convention running since 1979. 2011 Guest of Honor is Paolo Bacigalupi.

Bubonicon

• When: August 26-28, 2011
• Where: Albuquerque, New Mexico
• What: Science fiction and fantasy convention.

ComiCONN Comic Book and SciFi Convention

• When: August 27, 2011
• Where: Stamford, Connecticut
• What: A show for the fans by the fans.

Context

• When: August 26-28, 2011
• Where: Columbus, Ohio
• What: Speculative fiction literature convention.