Williston Is Getting a Weekend Full of Games, Cosplay and Fun

If you are into video games, comics, cosplay, tabletop games, art or just having a good time with people who share your interests, BakkenCon is back in Williston this weekend.

The event takes place September 12 and 13 at the Grand Williston Hotel and Conference Center, with two full days of activities, tournaments, panels, cosplay and special guests.

One of the biggest names at this year's event is Isaac C. Singleton Jr., an actor and voice performer known for voicing Thanos in various Marvel animated projects, as well as Sagat in the Street Fighter video game series. Singleton will take part in a Q&A Saturday afternoon.

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Isaac Singleton

Isaac Singleton

Something for Gamers and Fans of All Ages

Saturday gets started at 10 a.m., with tournaments beginning at 11 a.m. Visitors can take part in Mario Kart World, Pokémon TCG, Lorcana, Catan and Magic: The Gathering events.

There will also be panels featuring the 501st and Steven Guglich, along with the Isaac C. Singleton Jr. Q&A at 5 p.m.

And, of course, there is cosplay.

Saturday's cosplay contest includes amateur and advanced divisions for participants 16 and older, along with a junior division for ages 5 through 15. Contestants will be judged on quality, craftsmanship, creativity and overall styling.

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Sunday Brings More Games and Cosplay

Sunday opens at 11 a.m. and includes Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, chess, and additional Pokémon TCG tournaments.

The weekend wraps up with the Junior Cosplay Contest at 3 p.m.

Show hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Grand Williston Hotel and Conference Center.

Organizers note that the schedule could change or have additional events added, so visitors should keep an eye on their website or the BakkenCon Facebook page for updates.

Whether you are there to compete, show off a carefully crafted costume, meet a favorite voice actor or simply wander around and see what catches your eye, BakkenCon promises another fun weekend in Williston.