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Markster Con produces unique, immersive, themed events around the Southeast (21+), calling Richmond, VA home.

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Four years. Hundreds of characters. Countless terrible decisions.Over the next week, we’re introducing you to some of the heroes, villains, monsters, and absolute weirdos that have made Pushing Dragons what it is.If you’ve never seen us before...Imagine your favorite Dungeons & Dragons campaign.Now put it on a stage.Add improvised comedy, live audience suggestions, and absolutely no one knowing what’s about to happen next.That’s Pushing Dragons.Next Friday we’re bringing the adventure to Black Iris Social Club in Richmond, and every show is completely unique.Grab your tickets before they disappear into a Mimic.Black Iris Social ClubJuly 31 . 8PMGet tickets at pushingdragons.comThis event is part of the limited-time DRAGON FIRE TAVERN Art Pop-Up in Richmond, bringing multiple fantasy-themed 21+ events to BLACK IRIS in the Arts District throughout July 2026.This art pop-up is a collaborative effort between After Dark RVA, Destination D&D and Black Iris social club. Info on all events can be found at www.TheDragonFireTavern.com and www.AfterDarkRVA.com by @markstercon

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Introducing the 4th Featured Cosplay Photographer for the Cosplay Studio Experience hosted by @bryantcoxphotography @erikwphotography has been a photographer in the DMV cosplay scene since 2018. Over the past few years, his work with multicolored LED lights has grown to become one of his most requested photoshoot setups from cosplayers & models, and he is excited to provide it at the Cosplay Studio Experience.Thank you to our sponsors @reclaimarcade & @victimsandvillains Thank you to our show partners @markstercon @cosmeetdmv @shadysquadhq @centralvacosplayphoto by @markstercon

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🦇 We're thrilled to officially announce the @rvafirstfridays VAMPIRE BAR CRAWL — taking over the @richmondartsdistrict on Friday, October 2 from 6:00–10:30 P.M.🎟️ Limited Adv. Tickets available Aug. 1 at 7:00pmAs the sun sets, the streets will come alive with vampires (and other creatures of the night) as well as bars, artists, music, and Halloween energy as we help kick off Richmond's favorite season (and ours), HALLOWEEN 🎃!Break out your fangs and also join the VAMPIRE INVASION and receive a commemorative collectible pin (while supplies last) – with the option of also participating in the VAMPIRE BAR CRAWL, incorporating various venues in the Arts District. More info. on that coming to AfterDarkRVA.com🔥 This unforgettable FIRST FRIDAYS evening also coincides with the 25th Anniversary of RVA First Fridays, and the 20th Anniversary celebration of @party_liberation_foundation (Party Liberation Foundation) AND their @carnivalof5fires - making it one of the biggest FIRST FRIDAYS of the year in Richmond!Note: RVA First Fridays BAR CRAWL: VAMPIRES is presented by Richmond's annual VAMPIRE BALL, returning to the historic @hofheimerbuilding in @scottsaddition on Nov. 14 – info. at www.RVAvampires.com (21+) Participating bars, registration location, collectible pin details, and many more surprises will be revealed SOON...SAVE THE BLOODY DATE!🎟️ VAMPIRE BAR CRAWL "Early Bloodsucker" TICKETS open up August 1st, 2026 at 7:00pm for the Oct. 2nd FIRST FRIDAYS crawl via www.RVAvampires.com#RVAFirstFridays #ArtsDistrictRVA #RVAHalloween #AfterDarkRVA #RVAartwalk by @markstercon

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🦇 Darkness returns Nov. 14 to Richmond when the infamous VAMPIRE BALL materializes again - Adv. Tickets now available! (21+)🎟️ TIX: www.RVAvampires.comClear your creepy calendars, invite fellow creatures of the night and make plans to join the macabre for one night only - a great way to bury the Halloween season for another year!⚠️ NOTE: The Richmond VAMPIRE BALL sells out annually in advance so don't delay in securing your tickets - hosted at the historic @hofheimerbuilding in Scott's Addition. Tickets ONLY available online in advance, NO walk-up tickets available.🎟️ "Early Bat" tickets are already up for grabs on RVAvampires.com and AfterDarkRVA.com with link also in bio!🙏 SPONSORED BY:@markstercon@dc_creators@redveinhaunt (Opens late Sept)@richmondzombiewalk (Oct. 24, 2026)@redveinescape@tragicstudio804ENTERTAINMENT BY:@dollzentertainment🎃 PRESENTED BY:@afterdarkrva#rva #rvaevents #rvahalloween #rvadrinks #rvadance @cos_slayers @rva.events @rvadaily @rva_krampusnacht @richmondzombiewalk @scottsaddition @drinkscottsaddition @harrysrva by @markstercon

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What a fantastical great night was had at Richmond's D20 MAGIC BALL! Thank you to everyone who came on an adventure with us at Black Iris and to all of the wonderful NPC character actors and performers who came together to help make it a truly great experience!📸Selfie PHOTO ALBUM has link in bio and also available at www.TheDragonFireTavern.com4 more events left to join us at the DRAGON FIRE TAVERN before it flies away!!Co-produced by After Dark RVA, Destination D&D and Black Iris.@revelynnslaughter @defconunicorn @themayhemmer @nicolepisaniello @stove_ovenmitz @haggisthetroll @therowdyrovers @astompoly @bardfather @spamuelchan @devl.ish @m3tr0s3xual @_chiarascuro @destinationdnd by @markstercon

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We are excited to announce @pasionplays as our next professional cosplay photographer for the Cosplay Studio Experience on September 20 in Fredericksburg VA AJ Pasion is a multi-published cosplayer and cosplay photographer who has been taking self portraits of his cosplays since 2022, but has made the jump to photographing other cosplayers in 2024. His style incorporates dynamic angles, posing, bold colors, and true-to-character storytelling through still images. AJ focuses on allowing the cosplayer’s personality to bleed through into their character and ensures every cosplayer feels safe, seen, and appreciated.Check out our sponsors of the event @reclaimarcade & @victimsandvillains Presented by @markstercon @cosmeetdmv @centralvacosplayphoto And introducing as a new partner @shadysquadhq by @markstercon

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No filters, no AI, just weird folks Making that weird content... HEY FRIENDS!! come to our D20 Magic Ball in Richmond July 11 @ Black Iris! AfterDarkRVA has the tickets.Quests, dragons, live bards, juggling, dancing, costume contest, burlesque... #dungeonsanddragons #datenightrva #MadameOnca #d&d #supportliveartists by @markstercon

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Curious what the upcoming DRAGON FIRE TAVERN art pop-up is all about in Richmond?On Monday (June 29) watch for our interview with @thehekla via the @8.bitshow on @8news where we discuss lots of the details!For the month of July @black.iris.social.club will play host to a variety of fantasy-themed 21+ events - kicking off with RVA First Fridays on July 3rd and the opening reception of DRAGONS & MEAD Fantasy Community Art Show (displayed throughout July) and the Drinkers & Dragons Bar Crawl in the Arts District, accompanied by the Fairy Invasion in the Arts District.More info. at TheDragonfireTavern.com@eringoharp @madameonca @devl.ish @britaustinart @pushingdragons @relicsandreverieofficial @fairyhairgarden @circlecirclebrand @sacred.lynx.adornments @thecraftyhobbit @haggisthetroll @stove_ovenmitz @richmondartsdistrict @m3tr0s3xual @beautox_drag @cupofjodrag by @markstercon

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Welcome to Richmond's @thecobracabanarva as an official BAR STOP for the upcoming @rvafirstfridays on July 3rd in the @richmondartsdistrictAssemble your party and go on an adventure for July's FIRST FRIDAY with a night filled with quests, themed drinks, immersive fun and "Drinking Dragon" trading cards featuring 80 RVA artists!This special First Friday Bar Crawl will coincide with the DRAGONS & MEAD Fantasy Art Show opening at Black Iris on July 3rd along with the official start of the pop-up DRAGON FIRE TAVERN, offering multiple dates of fantasy programming also at @black.iris.social.club in July!🍻 ...and YES, mead will be served at Black Iris via @blackheathmeaderyCONFIRMED BAR STOPS:• Black Iris (Registration Outside, 6-9pm)• GWAR Bar• Cobra Cabana• Bar Solita• Tarrant's DowntownAttendees will travel tavern to tavern in the Arts District, trading unique "Drinking Dragon" cards (designed exclusively by eighty Richmond artists) while challenging fellow adventurers to dice roll-offs, unlocking hidden prizes as well as digital playing cards along the way — with each bar stop also offering unique themed cocktails and full food menus. Dress in your best fantasy cosplay/outfit so gather your party and prepare for an unforgettable journey during RVA First Fridays!The First Friday DRINKERS & DRAGONS Fantasy Bar Crawl will also be a great primer for the D20 MAGIC BALL on July 11th, also happening at Black Iris after a day of one-shot adventures with the TABLETOP TAVERN earlier in the day - more info. at TheDragonFireTavern.com (21+)NOTE: Crawl Registration will be hosted outside Black Iris from 6:00pm to 9:30pm with the event officially ending at 10:30pm on July 3rd.➡️ MORE INFO: TheDragonFireTavern.com➡️ Presented by AfterDarkRVA and co-produced by @markstercon & @dc_creators ; Sponsored by @richmondzombiewalk (Oct. 24), @redveinhaunt (Oct. 2026), @tragicstudio804 , River City PIRATE BALL (Nov. 6) and Richmond's DRAGON FIRE TAVERN (at @black.iris.social.club in downtown) by @markstercon

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🤘 Welcome to @gwarbarrva - one of Richmond's most icon venues — as an official BAR STOP for the upcoming @rvafirstfridays on July 3rd in the @richmondartsdistrictAssemble your party and go on an adventure for July's FIRST FRIDAY with a night filled with quests, themed drinks, immersive fun and "Drinking Dragon" trading cards featuring 80 RVA artists!This special First Friday Bar Crawl will coincide with the DRAGONS & MEAD Fantasy Art Show opening at @black.iris.social.club on July 3rd along with the official start of the pop-up DRAGON FIRE TAVERN, offering multiple dates of fantasy programming also at @black.iris.social.club in July!🍻 ...and YES, mead will be served at Black Iris via @blackheathmeaderyCONFIRMED BAR STOPS:• Black Iris (Registration Outside, 6-9:30pm)• GWAR Bar• Cobra Cabana• Bar Solita• Tarrant's DowntownAttendees will travel tavern to tavern in the Arts District, trading unique "Drinking Dragon" cards (designed exclusively by eighty Richmond artists) while challenging fellow adventurers to dice roll-offs, unlocking hidden prizes as well as digital playing cards along the way — with each bar stop also offering unique themed cocktails and full food menus. Dress in your best fantasy cosplay/outfit so gather your party and prepare for an unforgettable journey during RVA First Fridays!The First Friday DRINKERS & DRAGONS Fantasy Bar Crawl will also be a great primer for the D20 MAGIC BALL on July 11th, also happening at Black Iris after a day of one-shot adventures with the TABLETOP TAVERN earlier in the day - more info. at TheDragonFireTavern.com (21+)NOTE: Crawl Registration will be hosted outside Black Iris from 6:00pm to 9:30pm with the event officially ending at 10:30pm on July 3rd.➡️ MORE INFO: TheDragonFireTavern.com➡️ Presented by AfterDarkRVA and co-produced by @markstercon & @dc_creators ; Sponsored by @richmondzombiewalk (Oct. 24), @redveinhaunt (Oct. 2026), @tragicstudio804 , River City PIRATE BALL (Nov. 6) and Richmond's DRAGON FIRE TAVERN (at @black.iris.social.club in downtown) by @markstercon

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July 11 in RVA - enter a world of dragons, magic, whimsy, and adventure at Richmond's D20 Magic Ball (21+), a Fantasy-themed Costume Gala and Immersive Quest taking over Black Iris in downtown Richmond.Set within the enchanting surroundings of the month-long DRAGONS & MEAD Fantasy Art Show, guests will spend the evening surrounded by incredible fantasy-inspired artwork created by talented Richmond artists while enjoying themed cocktails, live entertainment, music, dancing, and an atmosphere designed to transport you to another realm.But the D20 MAGIC BALL is more than a Fantasy Costume Gala. For those brave enough to answer the call, the evening transforms into an interactive fantasy quest where choices matter & adventure awaits around the corner. Encounter live role-players throughout the venue, complete challenges, and become part of a living story crafted by the imaginative minds behind D&D Destination and After Dark RVA. Whether you arrive as a wandering adventurer, cunning rogue, fanciful faery, powerful mage, or mythical creature, your journey is yours to shape.Throughout the night, guests can compete for glory in the Fantasy Costume Contest (including a special FAIRY CATEGORY for our winged friends), capture memories with event photographers, mingle with fellow fantasy enthusiasts, and immerse themselves in a world where imagination comes to life. Whether you're a longtime tabletop gamer, a fantasy lover, or simply looking for a unique night out in Richmond, the D20 Magic Ball will be an unforgettable evening of whimsy, fellowship, and adventure.DOUBLE YOUR ADVENTURE by also attending the TABLETOP TAVERN earlier in the day on July 11th from 11:00am to 4:00pm, also inside Black Iris! Adventurers, storytellers, and fantasy fans alike are invited to gather for an afternoon of unforgettable tabletop adventures, themed drinks, and fellowship at Black Iris. Sstep into a world of fantasy roleplaying as renowned Dungeon Masters and story weavers guide players through a variety of exciting one-shot adventures using Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop gaming systems.🎟️ INFO/TIX: The DragonFireTavern.com by @markstercon

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