The annual MomoCon event, a mainstay for fans of gaming and anime in the Southeast, has once again shattered its previous attendance records. The 2024 iteration of the convention, held at the Georgia World Congress Center, pulled in an astounding 55,800 attendees during the Memorial Day weekend. This year's event continued its tradition of eclectic offerings that spanned the domains of animation, comics, and video games – a blend that evidently has a wide-ranging appeal.
As reported by FOX5 Atlanta, MomoCon stands out as a magnet for esteemed guests within the geek culture sphere. This year's lineup included luminaries such as game developer Goichi "Suda51" Suda, who has a knack for teasing fans with cryptic hints of unseen projects, and Vivienne Medrano, the mind behind the adult animated hit "Hazbin Hotel." Not to quickly be forgotten were appearances by Jodi Benson of "The Little Mermaid" fame and Scott Weinger, the iconic voice behind Aladdin.
The event wasn't solely about the big names, though. A kaleidoscope of activities offered something for everyone, from hands-on gaming stations to high-energy concerts, wrestling matches, and even a car show – an agenda that underscores the con's commitment to offering a full-bodied fan experience. Acknowledging the contribution of everyone involved, Jess Merriman, Co-Founder of MomoCon, told Anime News Network, “Thank you to every staff member, volunteer, guest, contractor, and attendee. We could not do this without you!”
Competitive spirits were high as tournaments returned with a vengeance, celebrating multiplayer fixtures such as "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe," "Splatoon 3," and "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate." Die-hard fans could also get their fix of the latest in fighting games with titles like "Tekken 8" and "Street Fighter 6." Details of the victors and their victories are to conveniently be found on the official MomoCon 2024 Start.gg page, with those who missed the live action being able to catch up on "Smash Ultimate VODs" via VGBootCamp.
With an eye already gazing toward the future, MomoCon organizers have earmarked May 22 through 25, 2025, for the next gathering of pop culture aficionados. And if previous events are any barometer, attendees can surely anticipate another record-setting weekend filled with delights for casual fans and hardcore devotees alike. For the latest updates and information on what's to come in the next iteration, enthusiasts can follow MomoCon on their official website and across various social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Discord, and Instagram.
