PARTICIPATION · LEARN · WATCH · TRY

Find your way to join.

Choose how involved you want to be. Participation is optional, informed consent is required, and observing is always a welcome way to attend.

01

General attendee

Expo and gallery browsing, scheduled general sessions, social areas and approved demonstrations.

02

Workshop participant

Pre-register for sessions with limited capacity, acknowledge activity-specific rules, request accommodations.

03

Competitor / exhibitor / artist

Apply to the relevant event, meet entry requirements, attend check-in and review published judging or sales terms.

GET READY

Before applying.

  • Review the event page, times, dress code, venue restrictions and parking/transit information.
  • Choose your preferred participation level; register early for capacity-limited activities.
  • Bring ID, ticket confirmation, water and comfortable permitted attire; prepare questions for educators.
  • Plan to arrive 15–30 minutes before your first workshop; specialized entrants should follow their assigned check-in time.
  • Never bring an item, prop or tool that the event has not approved.
WAYS TO HELP

Volunteer, staff & creative opportunities.

These are possible future opportunities, not active job postings or confirmed application openings. All roles are for eligible adults aged 21+ and subject to event needs, safety training and organizer approval.

VOLUNTEER

Help at events

Possible roles include welcome, check-in assistance, accessibility support, room setup and teardown. Respect for privacy and staff direction is essential.

STAFF

Professional event support

Potential functions include check-in, security coordination, presenter support, incident response and production. No positions are currently posted.

MODELS & CREATORS

Showcase your creativity

Approved costume presentations, photography and creative collaborations may require models. All participation and photo permissions are opt-in and negotiated in advance; no particular appearance or body type is required.

Interested? Review the event-specific participation requirements first. A confirmed organizer contact channel and application process will be published before opportunities open.