Full Sail University recently served as the primary sponsor of Fantasmicon, the Winter Park Library’s annual fandom convention. With free admission for all ages, the convention invited fans from around Central Florida to display and celebrate their love for anime, fantasy, sci-fi, comics, gaming culture, and more.

Travelers from all parts of the universe attended the event.

The event featured a daylong roster of events including live music and a cosplay contest. As convention-goers dressed as Batman, Stormtroopers, and more strolled the library’s campus, attendees enjoyed a video game-themed obstacle course, character meet-and-greets, table-top gaming, and challenging Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Star Trek trivia sessions. Booths in the Artist and Vendor Alley featured artwork and unique goods from local vendors, giving shoppers the chance to browse interesting finds, from 3D-printed dragons to sci-fi holiday ornaments.

As the primary sponsor, Full Sail contributed technical support and event production, along with photo and video coverage of the convention’s events. Full Sail also shared its love for competitive gaming at the event by hosting a free Super Smash Bros. tournament for all attendees.

“Full Sail’s collaboration with the Winter Park Library for Fantasmicon celebrates the diversity of fandoms within our thriving community, and is a testament to our shared focus on education and our dedication to empowering the next generation of creators and innovators in the heart of Winter Park,” said Full Sail Director of Social Media Tyler Garner, who worked with the library to help organize the event.