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1800 VOLUNTEERS GIVE WINGS TO DRAGON CON 

ATLANTA – August 20, 2013 – Dragon Con, Atlanta’s internationally known pop culture, fantasy and sci-fi convention, is a massive convention, but underneath all the excitement are more than 1800 hard working volunteers who make sure there is order behind the insanity. With more than more than 600 guests, performers, and attending professionals – actors, writers, experts and artists – 3500 hours of programming, and an estimated 57,000 attendees projected for 2013, an event of this magnitude doesn’t just happen. It takes dedicated volunteers, from the first-timer learning the ropes to the hardy few who have worked at all 27 conventions. “They make Dragon Con exactly what it is every year; memorable, exciting, and fun,” Convention Chairman Pat Henry said. “In a way, Dragon Con is more than just a convention: It is an event that is run by fans for fans and for that weekend everyone attending can celebrate their fandom with others who share in their passion.” Volunteers are used in every aspect of the convention, from planning and organizing programming tracks to handling IT, security and the Con Suite. They manage the panel rooms, assist members and guests with their needs and even run errands. Their efforts make sure the convention runs safely and smoothly, and, above all, that everybody has a good time. In fact, with less than three weeks before the start of Dragon Con 2013, there is still a need for volunteers in several areas, including security, registration and the Art Show. Volunteering is not without its benefits. It offers a unique Dragon Con experience, giving volunteers a chance to see what makes Dragon Con the memorable and successful experience that it is. It also gives them a chance to give back to the event that means so much to so many people. If you’re interested in becoming a Dragon Con volunteer, click this link to get started: Volunteer. About Dragon Con Dragon Con is the largest pop culture convention featuring comics, film, television, costuming, art, music, and gaming. Held each Labor Day weekend in Atlanta, Dragon Con attracted more than 52,000 attendees in 2012. For more information, please visit www.dragoncon.org. Volunteer Press Release Dragon Con (PDF Version)