FedCon

FedCon (short for Federation Convention) is a science fiction convention in Germany. It is primarily focused on the Star Trek franchise. FedCon is the largest Star Trek convention in Europe.

FedCon (short for Federation Convention) is a science fiction convention in Germany. It is primarily focused on the Star Trek franchise. FedCon is the largest Star Trek convention in Europe. ==Activities== Activities and events at the convention typically include (but are not limited to): Panel discussions with actors and other guests. Autographing sessions Photographing sessions with the actors Speeches or other presentations by scientists and experts about a specific topic, like the Klingon language. Socialising in the evening convention-party, where some stars might also appear. Costuming - both formal competition, and casual hall costumes. Dealers' room - a large hall full of people selling books, movies, jewellery, costumes (often including weapons), games, comic books, etc. Art show - presenting paintings, drawings, sculpture and other work, primarily on science fiction and fantasy themes Live performances, e.g. Klingon Rock Music or a fight show. Watching science fiction movies, television shows, etc. Possibility for local fangroups and role-playing groups to represent themselves ==Special Facts== In the year 2011, FedCon achieved the world record of the most people in a Star Trek costume, having counted 691 people. They had achieved the record in the previous year with 507 persons, but it was soon beaten by a convention in Las Vegas with 571 costumed people. In September 2011, this record has been beaten again at a convention in Las Vegas with 1,040 fans. FedCon History FedCon Photos Fedcon Videos

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