Zenoctilles 102 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 (edited) At first, I thought it was really weird to meet people who say they are going to gather at x location and y time to discuss MLP via the Internet. Never, ever in any other fandom have I attended in-person meetups with other fans unless it was part of some official convention where the organizing is done by some official body. But, I have attended five local meetups in my area since last October, and I really like them. For example, I particularly like the diversity in the people I meet - yes, most of the people present are between the ages of 15 and 30, but the diversity of backgrounds and occupations is astounding. Yes, we get many high school and college students. But we also get a ton of working adults as well. For example, through these meetups, I've met a trader who works at the equity desk for a big bulge bracket investment bank, a corporate lawyer, a saleswoman who works for a big software company, a guy who works in mortgage securitization (the same sort of activity that helped bring about the financial crisis), a medical resident, a guy who works in R&D at a well-known medical devices company, an IT consultant, and more. If you are hesitant about meeting people through the Internet, don't be. You'd be surprised at who bronies exactly are - even if most of them are relatively young. We are an odd, diverse group of individuals with almost no connection with one another - with the exception of the fact that we all watch and enjoy MLP. And plus, if you are looking for a job and want to network, you will never know who might show up to one of these. Edited April 20, 2012 by XX55XX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankveld 4,951 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I did a fan meet-up. It was a blast! I really recommend it, I know that it can seem scary since they are strangers, but as long as you bring a friend you'll be fine. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aureity 3,055 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 Haven't ever doen one. And thanks to my "safeguard" parents, I probably never will until I go to college. A lil' Catherine <(^.^)> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lily Sapphire 65 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I've never done one, but it does sound like it would be a lot of fun...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Why-Gnome-Ear-Fifty 400 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I'm pretty hesitant, mostly because my parents won't let me, but also partially because I don't have any friends who would want to come with... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harebrained 39 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I've had a lot of bad experience with fandom meetups offline. I know people will always say they're wonderful and all to vouch for the community, but my experience has been the opposite. Well, a clean slate for a new fandom, I suppose... maybe bronies are the ones who don't look at porn on their laptops in public. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colon Leftbracket 971 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 The only way I can see me going to a meet up anytime soon is if I have my parents to fund me. Which would never happen! [New siggy in progress!] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenoctilles 102 April 20, 2012 Author Share April 20, 2012 I've had a lot of bad experience with fandom meetups offline. I know people will always say they're wonderful and all to vouch for the community, but my experience has been the opposite. Well, a clean slate for a new fandom, I suppose... maybe bronies are the ones who don't look at porn on their laptops in public. I've done a few outside of MLP. You get a few weirdos, but that's part of the deal. Most people are generally friendly and are quite social. How were your experiences? In what way were they bad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodyfox 65 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I would be interested in going to a meet up, but I don't have a friend to take with me and it would have to be pretty close to me with my currently unemployed status. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenoctilles 102 April 20, 2012 Author Share April 20, 2012 I would be interested in going to a meet up, but I don't have a friend to take with me and it would have to be pretty close to me with my currently unemployed status. What part of the country do you live in? If you live close to a major urban center, there are good chances of a group that meets there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny 232 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I'm not the type of person that likes going to social gatherings, so I probably wouldn't enjoy a going to a meetup as much as most people. Then again, there's practically no bronies I know of between Vancouver BC and Seattle, so I don't really have an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caesar15 231 April 20, 2012 Share April 20, 2012 I dont think theres any bronies near me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenoctilles 102 April 21, 2012 Author Share April 21, 2012 I'm not the type of person that likes going to social gatherings, so I probably wouldn't enjoy a going to a meetup as much as most people. Then again, there's practically no bronies I know of between Vancouver BC and Seattle, so I don't really have an option. I believe that a Seattle group does exist... Ever hear of Everfree? It's like BronyCon, but in Washington State. But, if you are not that social to begin with, then that's fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodyfox 65 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 What part of the country do you live in? If you live close to a major urban center, there are good chances of a group that meets there. I live about 20-30 minutes south of Kansas City. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 I would love to go to a fan-meetup if I could, sadly the closest one is about one hour away and my parents barely trust me going 10 minutes away. :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caesar15 231 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 I would love to go to a fan-meetup if I could, sadly the closest one is about one hour away and my parents barely trust me going 10 minutes away. :/ Same thing for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox 5,330 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 I think it's an experience to meet others that share the same interests with you. Plus sometimes they seem better then some of your friends. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halcyonharlot 372 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 I've never done group meetups outside of conventions before, but it sounds like a lotta fun! I'd probably go if I heard of one, but so far I've never caught wind of one in Michigan. blood guts and chocolate cake http://madam-e.tumblr.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenoctilles 102 April 21, 2012 Author Share April 21, 2012 I live about 20-30 minutes south of Kansas City. Keep track of EQD. They usually post upcoming meetups on the Nightly Roundup. I believe I saw a St. Louis meetup not too long ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodyfox 65 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 Keep track of EQD. They usually post upcoming meetups on the Nightly Roundup. I believe I saw a St. Louis meetup not too long ago. Thanks I will keep an eye on it. St. Louis is about a 5 hour drive from where I live I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Szmeszek 29 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 Meetups in Poland are only occuring in big towns, not in such a Ghost Town like when I live D: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RippedOffMattress 314 April 21, 2012 Share April 21, 2012 I really want to do these, but It'd be awkward having to have either my parents, or my non-brony bros driving me there. I hope this fandom's still around when I get my license. Which will just be in a year. Formally known as Misselaineous97. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paleopony 705 September 8, 2021 Share September 8, 2021 I've never been to a meetup but it sounds like a lot of fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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