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[Grant Wheelwright]

So when does everything start off on the Friday?  Just need to know so I can be more sure of booking my travel times?

[wheel29]

I think its  says 7pm somewhere on here with 2pm being reg start  you can register at 6:50pm and it would affect the running of the day (I think)

However from old days of conventions the early arrivals just have longer to check in/eat/visit the bar and of cause talk to everyone else

[etmuse]

Yes, the opening ceremony begins at 7pm. Registration opens at 2 and usually stays open until 8-9pm. You can still go to the party Friday if you turn up after this, just bring your registration letter with you and you'll get into the party.

[Grant Wheelwright]

So will the guests only be there on the Saturday and Sunday then. Is that right?

[laurab1]

Grant Wheelwright, on 19 July 2012 - 11:14 PM, said:

So will the guests only be there on the Saturday and Sunday then. Is that right?

Some guests will be there on Friday night - any Saturday only and full weekend ones.

[Grant Wheelwright]

Hmm, in that case im thinking to more come down for the Friday then to ensure im registered and dont miss any early Saturday photo shoots.

[AdamsAdventures]

etmuse, on 19 July 2012 - 11:14 PM, said:

Yes, the opening ceremony begins at 7pm. Registration opens at 2 and usually stays open until 8-9pm. You can still go to the party Friday if you turn up after this, just bring your registration letter with you and you'll get into the party.

Forgive me if i am wrong but is the party on the Friday night just for Gold pass holders?

Thanks

[etmuse]

There is a drinks reception on the Friday night for Gold pass holders, this usually runs 7.30-8.30pm, with the main party - which is for everyone - then starting at 8.30.

[schwestervon2]

OK, so what happens at these parties? I am not much of a party goer or night club person, so is it anything like that?

[etmuse]

Erm... it's a party? There's a DJ and a dance floor and tables and decorations (suited to the theme of the party) and people talk and dance and buy drinks from the bar? The music is generally a bit more pop-y than what most nightclubs play, and there are always the con songs (a large selection of songs that have set dance routines that usually fill the floor!)

[laurab1]

And there is usually some form of entertainment/silly fairground things.  Left field evening wedding reception is the best description.

Edited by laurab1, 20 July 2012 - 04:58 PM.

[schwestervon2]

Sounds interesting. I won't be one for dancing, but my husband and I might enjoy sitting around drinking and enjoying the atmosphere. We will have to see! :)