Causeacon: Pop Culture Extravaganza

Michael Hare

April 27, 2024 at 9:07 PM·1 min read

BECKLEY (WVNS) – Attention pop culture fans, the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center is hosting an event just for you.

Causeacon started on Friday, April 26th and lasts through Sunday, April 28th. From video games, superheroes, and Disney, this event has everything pop culture related.

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Causeacon is a fundraiser for Advocating a Way for Adults and Youth. Desiree Christian, Event Organizer, says Causeacon is for everyone.

“There’s so much to do and it’s a wide variety. There’s something for everyone. You got kids? We have a nerf room. It’s nerf all day”, said Christian to 59News.

Causeacon continues Sunday, April 28th starting at 10 in the morning and lasting until 5 in the evening.

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