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PHOTOS: Dragon Con 2026 kicks off in downtown Atlanta
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points Further details and photos from Dragon Con are available, showcasing the elaborate costumes and festivities marking the event's 40th anniversary. Dragon Con is celebrating its 40th anniversary this Labor Day weekend.
Dragon Con is celebrating its 40th anniversary this Labor Day weekend. The event has drawn a large crowd of fans, many of whom are dressed in elaborate cosplay. Superheroes and sci-fi characters are well represented among the attendees.
Photos from the event show a vibrant and colorful scene, with many people showing off their creative costumes. The event has become a major gathering for fans of science fiction, fantasy, and comic books.
Further details and photos from Dragon Con are available, showcasing the elaborate costumes and festivities marking the event's 40th anniversary.
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Category: Local Published: September 3, 2026 Source: FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - News Reading time: 1 min
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