RuPaul’s DragCon

I’m not sure it’s 100% worth it if you’re from out-​of-​town, but I really enjoyed myself. The food trucks outside were absolutely terrible, and the lines to meet the queens were absolutely insane.

I’m so glad that an event like this exists. Thank you to RuPaul to have the chutzpah to be who you wanted to be. Look at what RuPaul has created. Industries, originality, artistry, and some fun wacky people who can let it all hang out. This event moved me. It was more than a convention. It is a tribe of people who except each other. Who love each other. Who don’t judge. We are people that love colorful, wonderful, individuality. I’m a straight, married white girl. But I greatly support my LGBTQ communities, and I’m forever grateful to RuPaul and my husband for opening my eyes. I’ve got one thing to say… Moesha, moesha, moesha!

May 7, 2016, was my first time at DragCon and it will not be the last. I was completely star struck as Violet Chachki, Kim Chi, and Bob the Drag Queen casually walked by me on the main floor. I can’t believe I was able to meet and interact with some of my favorite queens from RuPaul’s Drag Race!
The easiest and most efficient way to review my experience is a Pros/​Cons list like Patricia D. so here we go:
PROS
–I was able to meet Trixie Mattel, Joslyn Fox, Katya, Chi Chi DeVayne, Cynthia Lee Fontaine, Pearl, Sharon Needles, Ivy Winters, Bob, Milk, Stacy Layne Matthews, Mimi Imfurst, Tyra Sanchez, Jiggly Caliente, Ginger Minj, Candice Cayne, Miss Fame, and Alyssa Edwards (I think I got them all)
–I saw Chad Michaels, Latrice Royale, Violet Chachki, Courtney Act, Alaska, Raja, Michelle Visage, Thorgy Thor, Acid Betty, Max, Naomi Smalls, Robbie Turner, KimChi, Derrick Barry, Nebraska, Laila McQueen, India Farrah, Manilla Luzon, Jeffree Star, Naysha Lopez, Detox, Tatiana, Delta Work, Miss Kasha Davis, Darrien Lake, and SO many other queens I’m forgetting from a distance.
–All of the merchandise I bought from a queen was signed by that queen.
–Most of the drag queens are very personal and are worth waiting in line to meet them.
–Everyone is super nice here! We are all friends.
–They don’t check your bags at the front, so BRING FOOD!
–Each queen had their own sharpies.
–A lot of cool items to buy at vendor booths.
–You will seriously meet more people than you could imagine!
–WORTH THE MONEY! (I did one day admission and the ticket was $ 35)
CONS
–The food truck lines were OUT OF CONTROL. We waited an 1 hour and ½ to eat! And we started waiting at 3:30 for lunch. They closed the restaurant inside because they probably ran out of food. BRING YOUR OWN FOOD!
–The lines for some of the queens were outrageous. We waited 2+ hours to meet Trixie.
–The lines to meet the queens were not monitored well. People could easily cut in line!
–The staff was a little pushy. Alyssa Edwards wanted to meet all of her fans that bought her merchandise, but the staff members were constantly rushing her to finish up.
–Parking was $ 15 which is not THAT bad.
–You had to buy merchandise to meet most of the queens. That pisses some people off, but I was totally fine with it. They have to make that money!
Overall, it was an unforgettable experience. If you love Drag Race or drag in general, I would not miss this event!!!

The 1^st annual RuPaul’s DragCon! What a great turn out and an amazing experience!
Pros:
— All my favorite Drag Queens attended!
— It’s close to home, (15 mins away)
— Parking was $ 10, compared to $ 20 at E3.
— There were a lot of vendors selling great products for less than retail price.
— I got to dress up!
Cons:
— It wasn’t in the bigger hall.
— The panels were in really small rooms.
— Sharon Needles was unprofessional & ungrateful to her fans.
— There was only three food trucks.
— There was no performances!
Tips:
— Bring cash! Most of the Drag Queens don’t have a square device or card scanner for transaction.
— There are power outlets all throughout the convention center so be sure to bring your charger. If you forget there are two or three charging stations with phone specific cords but that stations get packed!
— Wear comfortable shoes! There ain’t no competing with Drag Queens!
I had such a great experience, and it was awesome getting to meet other fans of Rupaul’s Drag Race. My views on some Drag Queens were changed in both a good way and bad. I was definitely star struck and I can’t wait what they come up for next year!

Yaaaassssss, Hun-​TY!
Watching these mamas WERK IT!
Hell, most of em working it way better than we do, ladies.
Time to take notes.
The first ever drag (queen) convention and it was awesome… especially for the first time around. Fashion, makeup, glitter, fabulous-​ness…
And some of your favorite stars from seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race (I stopped watching after Season 2 since I got busy, but I plan to catch up somehow)
The only bummer was the lines to get autographs from some of your favorite stars were long as hell. You all need to fix this if you continue for years to come. And stop hiding behind those curtains! Come OUT and let your fans see you! We paid money for this! Mingle, mingle, mingle! Trust me… money isn’t everything.
Other than that, it was a ball. Can wait for next year.
Now go Sissy That Walk!