15 June 1st–June 7th, 2023 phoenixnewtimes.com phoenix new Times | cONTeNTs | feeDBacK | OPiNiON | NeWs | feaTuRe | NighT+Day | culTuRe | film | cafe | music | full event pass covering all three days is $110. Kids 3 to 12 can get a $20 “sidekick” pass. Children under 3 are free with a paid adult admission. VIP passes are $395 and include a souvenir badge and lanyard, access to exclusive areas, a complimentary T-shirt, and other perks. Where are the entrances? Secured entrances are located at Second and Adams streets, Third and Monroe streets, and Third and Washington streets. Where can you pick up badges? Badge redemption stations are located outside each secured entrance. What are Fan Fusion’s hours? Different areas of the event, like its three secured entrances or exhibitor hall, will have separate schedules. Here’s a rundown of when everything will operate: Secured entrances Friday: 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Badge redemption stations Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Exhibitor hall and Hall of Heroes Friday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Programming and events Friday: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. What’s the best way to get there? Valley Metro Rail. It’s $2 for a single ride or $4 for an all-day pass. Stations are located along Washington and Jefferson streets within walking distance of the convention center. Where can I park? Try a downtown Phoenix parking garage, which will cost $20 to $100 per day. The convention center’s website (phoenixconventioncenter.com/parking) has links to various lots and structures where you can reserve or pre-pay spots. What will the weather be like? Hot. Expect 100-plus-degree days and lots of sunshine. If you’re not cosplaying, stick with shorts and a T-shirt. Also, bring sun protection like shades, a hat, or an umbrella. What will the entry process be like? The convention center will be enclosed within a security perimeter. That includes the area along Third Street between Monroe and Washington streets between the West and North buildings. Security will screen attendees and their costuming and props upon entry as quickly as possible. Will there be re-entry? Yes. Attendees can leave and re-enter anytime they please, but will have to go through security each time. What are the costume and prop policies? Cosplay is encouraged, but anyone wearing something covering your head or face might need to show ID. Props that are allowed into the Fan Fusion include light- sabers, wands, sonic screwdrivers, unstrung or loosely-strung bows, untipped and non-removable arrows, and light- weight plastic or foam bats/clubs. Shields and armor made from plastic, foam, fiber- glass, resin or cardboard are also accept- able, provided there aren’t sharp edges. Ditto for swords, axes or Wolverine claws. Metal shields and armor can be brought in but might hinder the screening process. What props aren’t allowed? Real or replica weapons or anything resembling guns, bombs, or explosive devices. Tasers, slingshots, brass knuckles, metal and wooden swords, edged weapons and glass or stone props are also forbidden. Robert Warners Cosplayers as Panthro, WilyKat, Mumm-Ra and Cheetara from “ThunderCats.” Fanarchy from p 12 >> p 16
