Convention Checklist

Packing up for a convention event can be a whirlwind of second guessing and "will I need it" questions, especially if it is your first time. We have provided a checklist of recommended items and suggestions when you gear up for the event you are going to. Check out our Blogs for more tips and helpful tidbits.

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Event Essentials

• Badges / Tickets
• Map and directions to Event
• Map of Event Site
• Schedule
• Money & Emergency funds
• Identification (Drivers' lic. or passport)
• If required, Covid test results or immunization record(s) 
• Jumper cables
• Extra car keys
• Battery charger

In & Around Crash Space

• Sleeping items (optional; ex. eye mask, pillow(s), sleeping bag, sleeping pad)
• Headphones
• Toiletries
• Bottled or canned beverages
• Jelly, jam
• Bread
• Energy food and snacks
• Fruit (dried and fresh)
• Coffee, tea, cocoa
• Honey or alternative sweetener 
• Plates, mugs, cups
• Utensils
• Resealable storage bags
• Cooler with ice

​Fun Stuff

• Paperbacks or ebooks
• Playing cards
• Board games
• Repair Kit items for any props or costumes (duct tape, glue, touch-up paint, sewing kit, multi-tool)
• Cosplay(s) (makeup, costume, props)

Personal Items
Tip: Keep similar items together in a mesh or clear stuff sack.

• ​Spare eyeglasses, contact lenses
• Mirror
• First-aid kit
• Moleskin and/or chafing lubricant
• Medications, pain relievers
• Toiletry kit
• Brush, comb
• Sunglasses, earplugs
• Hand sanitizer

Inside/At the Event 
Check regulations ahead of time for rules about what you can bring inside the convention area(s).

• Daypack
• Cash/credit card
• Cellphone
• Water bottles or hydration reservoir
• Snacks
• Memory cards, film
• Camera, if you're not using your phone
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm
• Earplugs
• Charging cable and adapter

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Clothing/Footwear
If chilly nights are possible, come prepared.

• Moisture-wicking underwear
• Boots or Shoes suited for long walking
  (you can always switch out when you are cosplaying)
• Socks (synthetic or wool fabric to prevent blisters)
• Sleepwear
• Jacket or long-sleeve shirt
• Sun hat or baseball cap, if you stay outside for most of the event
• Bandanas or neck gaiters

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