On January 1, 2026, thousands gathered outside New York City Hall for the inauguration of Zohran Kwame Mamdani, marking the beginning of a new mayoral administration at the start of the new year. Despite the cold winter weather, the City Hall plaza filled early with attendees bundled in coats, hats, and scarves, forming a dense…
For the first time ever, Anime NYC expanded to a full four days—and honestly, even with that extra time, it still felt like just scratching the surface. The Javits Center was buzzing with energy from open to close, packed with fans, creators, vendors, and cosplayers who turned every aisle into a celebration of anime and…
ConnectiCon returned to the Connecticut Convention Center in, July , 2025, and proved once again why it’s one of the most beloved conventions on the East Coast. We were only there for a single day this time—but wow, what a day it was. Cosplay on Another Level The creativity and craftsmanship on display were absolutely…
BROOKLYN, NY — June 7, 2025Brooklyn Comic Con returned with energy and attitude, bringing together passionate fans, brilliant artists, and wildly creative cosplayers for a full day of pop culture celebration. Held in a gritty warehouse-style venue, the event was packed wall-to-wall with excitement—and people. Let’s get the tough part out of the way first:…
On a sun-drenched Saturday, June 21, 2025, the annual Mermaid Parade—Brooklyn’s whimsical ode to summer—once again animated the storied streets of Coney Island. Now in its forty-third year, the parade has evolved from a modest gathering of artists and eccentrics into an exuberant ritual, attracting thousands who collectively abandon terrestrial norms for maritime fantasy. From…
