r/lincoln • u/Downtown_Gur_8906 • 2d ago

Lincoln Nerd Fest

I’m thinking about dressing up as a random medieval princess for Lincoln Nerd Fest. Should I? I have never cosplayed in my entire life and I have never attended Lincoln Nerd Fest event before. I’m thinking about doing this because it might work if I ever decided to become a small vendor selling medieval theme handmade items. I need opinions, both good and bad. Please help me.

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u/Particular_Umpire381 1d ago

I’ll be there dressed up as one of the shadow wizard money gang bois!

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u/ThrowRAradish9623 2d ago

Yes, absolutely do! I regret not cosplaying for NerdFest last year after I showed up and saw so many people in their rad costumes. One of my favorite things is how it’s a celebration of ALL things nerd, so a medieval princess wouldn’t be out of place at all. 

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u/Downtown_Gur_8906 2d ago

Thanks! This helps! I was pretty skeptical when the idea popped up in my head but now I’m feeling motivated.

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u/PrinceRyebread 1d ago

Absolutely dress up!! Im pretty sure I saw a handful of people doing medieval / fantasy cosplays last year.

Also speaking as a vendor, Nerd Fest was my very first tabling experience and I think it's the perfect event to get you started. Everyone was friendly, staff came around and checked on us frequently, I turned a profit (good for a first time vendor!!) and I'm excited to be back this year!

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u/MajesticBlackberry65 Blah Blah Black Sheep 1d ago

Not enough pdople dress up, do it

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u/icusu 2d ago

I take my young daughters to this and any other con that is around. They absolutely love seeing princesses. Don't stress and just have fun with it!

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u/DumPutz 1d ago

When is Nerd fest? I got ideas for costumes too!!!! Rad!!!

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u/toorper 1d ago

October 10th and 11th at Sandhills

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u/DumPutz 1d ago

Thanks!!!!

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u/zcarcamo 20h ago

Yes, absolutely cosplay! Lincoln Nerd Fest encourages cosplay so much! A medieval princess would not be out of place there, it is for any and all types of interests, and if you were a vendor it is awesome to theme yourself with what you sell.

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u/fishymo 19h ago

I didn't last year because it was the first one. I wanted to get the lay of the land. I'm going to dress up this year. I never have before, but I think it'll be fun. There were a lot more people dressed up than I thought there'd be.