What can you expect at ConnectiCon XXIV this July 15-18, 2027 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford?
ConnectiCon is a four-day fandom festival that takes over the Adrien's Landing District of Downtown Hartford, our event celebrates all things geeky and fun from anime and video games, comics and traditional tabletop board games, live music, dance performances and competitions, standup comedy, live trivia, game shows, a free play arcade, after-hours block parties, educational and entertaining panels and workshops, celebrity guest appearances, dedicated youth programming, screenings, cosplay, fan meet-ups and so much more!
At the Connecticut Convention Center, we utilize every inch of space possible of the more than 500,000 sq ft venue to create memorable experiences for our members:
Exhibit Hall A is an 80,000 sq ft exhibit hall featuring nearly 350 booth spaces for vendors, game publishers, craft makers, artists, illustrators, and sponsors. Exhibit Hall B is a 60,000 sq ft exhibit hall featuring our celebrity guest encounters, a trading card game tournament space (seating up to 256 players), a free play arcade with over 60 arcade machines, and console gaming area with over 100 consoles set up for casual and competitive play, the venue's food court, and the Cosplay Championship Wrestling arena! In the prefunction space of the exhibit hall, we host group cosplay photo shoots, and offer professional cosplay photography in our photo suite.
On the esplanade level, the convention center offers snacks and beverages, on the riverside, on the cityside esplanade we host fandom hangouts.
Up on the ballroom level, we have two programming items starting every 15 minutes all day long amongst our two (2) main performance stages, eight (8) panels rooms, our ages 21+ Trivia Tavern, our new fan meet-ups area "Entered the Chat", and the new Daily Market space with up to 40 vendors interested in setting up and selling for a single day of the convention instead of the full weekend, as well as our cosplay craftsmanship judges, and other cosplay guests.
Over at that Hartford Marriott Downtown we host events Thursday starting at 2pm, and starting at 8am on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday using another 10,000+ sq ft of event and meeting space our tabletop board games, roleplaying games, miniatures games; our Kids' Zone activity area; two (2) panel rooms; a screening room; our cosplay recovery, rest, and repair center; and an indoor cosplay group photoshoot location.
Our partner, Convivial Fest hosts ticketed live music events followed by official after parties on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night's at venues across the street starting at 6pm!
Refund Policy -
ConnectiCon does not offer refunds. ConnectiCon will let you use your unused memberships for any future ConnectiCon as part of its rollover policy. Unused memberships are automatically available for use in the future. Shipped badges must be mailed back to ConnectiCon's office postmarked no later than July 14th to rollover.
Vendor application
If accepted, the booth deposit will be credited towards booth purchase; booth deposits can also be credited towards purchase of a Level 6 Daily Market space when an application is waitlisted. Rejected applications will receive booth deposits refunded in full within 10 business days.
Additionally, we will be offering a small number of free Scholarship and Con-Gratulations tables in January. These are limited to current students and recent graduates. Do not apply using this application!
Proxy selling in the Artists' Colony is no longer allowed, the Illustrator/Designer/Crafter/Maker MUST be present at Exhibitor Check-In; and available at their booth all three days of the convention; government issued ID must match information provided during booth registration.
We've added several new booth types compared to last year
8' x 8' with pipe, drape, and side rails between you and your neighbors, includes two 72" x 30" tables, two chairs, two Exhibitor Badges
You may rearrange and set up your display(s) however you like within the bounds of your space, bring extra tables, chairs, beanbags, bookshelves, as long as our guidelines are followed
8' x 8' with pipe, drape, and side rails between you and your neighbors, includes one 72" x 30" table, two chairs, two Exhibitor Badges
You may rearrange and set up your display(s) however you like within the bounds of your space, bring extra tables, chairs, beanbags, bookshelves, as long as our guidelines are followed
72" x 30" non-skirted table and chair, one Exhibitor Badge
All sale items, goods, and supplies must fit on or under your table. You must keep your own items on your table and must not impede onto the table/area next to you.
Items, including luggage, may NOT be stored behind you, they must be stored UNDER the table.
The space behind tables must be kept completely clear, other than the chair you're seated in. Staff and artists must be able to walk behind you to get to other tables unimpeded. Additional supplies or merchandise must be kept AND fit on or under your table.
Objects and items that will obstruct the flow of traffic in the aisles: Objects included are chairs, easels, boxes, clothes racks, table coverings, etc. Table coverings that drape into aisles should be tucked in. No items may be on the floor in front of your table.
NO MORE THAN 2 PARTICIPANTS BEHIND A TABLE AT A TIME
Electricity, telephone service, and Internet service are available through the convention center at additional charges.
Additional Exhibitor badges may be purchased for a discounted fee.
Waitlisted applications may have the opportunity to be promoted to an Artist Colony booth only if they purchase a Level 6 Daily Market space.
Spaces are not guaranteed until full payment is received.
We prioritize vendors who design and produce original work. Resale of mass-produced or wholesale-only goods is not a fit.
Original work: Art and merch you create yourself (or with a small team you supervise) or upcycle creatively from existing products.
Quality & finish: Clear product photos, solid print/production quality, and packaging ready for table sales.
Fit for the crowd: Prints, artwork, magazines, pins, apparel, and other fan-friendly pieces that match our attendees.
Booth presence: A clear plan for display, signage, and staffing during show hours.
At least one highlighted product with a clear photo and short description
Price range that matches what shoppers expect at this event
Portfolio links (Instagram, Facebook, website, Etsy, etc...) that show consistent branding
A booth setup note describing footprint and how you tell your story on-site
Returning vendors: please still complete a full application. Prior acceptance does not guarantee a booth this year.
Plan on 20–30 minutes for a complete submission. You can save progress and return from My Applications on your dashboard.
Business information: legal name, DBA, and contact details used for invoices and on-site badges
Booth Deposit: May be used towards toward booth purchase if you are accepted or waitlisted. If not used, the booth deposit will be refunded within 30 days from the time of acceptance, waitlist. Rejected applications will be refunded within 10 business days.
Products & booth: add products, optional photos, and a booth description
Portfolio & agreement: links plus acceptance of vendor terms
Generative AI Usage Screen: Photos/Videos/Links that show creation process to ensure no generative AI has been used
Submit: once submitted, edits are locked unless we request more information
Incomplete applications may be declined without review
We may request additional photos or clarifying information.
Waitlisted applicants can purchase Daily Market spaces. Waitlisted applicants are contacted if space opens from the pool that has purchased a Daily Market space;
Accepted vendors must complete booth checkout within 5 days of acceptance or be waitlisted.
Questions during review? Reply in the messaging thread on your application. Do not email a separate inbox or use the Contact Form.
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