Meet fellow fans, discover local artists, shop the marketplace, and build community with people who understand the joy of loving something deeply.
That’s a Wrap
Thank You
The second annual Seattle Black Nerd Festival was a three-day gathering of embracing “Black Nerd Magic.” This magic will always live in the ways we play, create, and share stories, and will continue to grow beyond the festival.
Whether you dove deep into your passions or learned something new, we hope you enjoyed unapologetically nerding out together!
THE NERD FEST EXPERIENCE
Nerd Out Your Way
Create
Make something new through hands-on art activities, youth programming, creative workshops, and interactive experiences for all ages.
Learn
Hear from writers, filmmakers, technologists, artists, scientists, healers, and community leaders through engaging panels, conversations, and workshops.
Watch
Experience film screenings, live performances, music, magic, and unforgettable moments from Black artists and creators.
Transform
Explore new worlds through cosplay, performance, and imagination. Bring your favorite characters to life and connect with fellow fans through creative expression.
Play
Challenge your friends in the gaming lounge, explore tabletop adventures, and celebrate your favorite fandoms through interactive experiences.
Festival Highlights
So Much to Explore
Explore fandoms, discover new passions, and experience the creativity of our community. Every day brings something new to discover.
Youth Science & Innovation Resource Fair
Cosplay Showcase
Game Room
Film Screenings
Artist Marketplace
Live Performances
About the Festival
Find Your People
Seattle Black Nerd Festival is a celebration of the many ways we explore, create, connect, and imagine.
SBNF brings together fans, artists, creators, innovators, and families to celebrate the worlds we build, the stories we tell, and the passions that inspire us. From anime and gaming to science fiction, technology, filmmaking, cosplay, music, visual art, and beyond, SBNF creates space for Black creativity, curiosity, and connection. Our community gathers to learn, play, create, and discover together.
Beyond the Weekend
Stay Connected
Seattle Black Nerd Festival is more than one weekend.
Connect with your people all year long. (psst… there’s a Discord!)
