Get Your Sci-Fi Nerd On: Official “Star Trek” Convention Returns to Las Vegas

The official “Star Trek” convention will be back in Las Vegas, July 31 through Aug. 3, 2014, and it’s easily one of the most quirky, enjoyable Sin City gatherings of the year.

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The “Star Trek” legacy is alive and well, as this annual convention expects more than 15,000 Klingons, Vulcans and other life forms to attend the festivities at Rio Las Vegas.

The four-day event will feature appearances by four “Star Trek” captains: William Shatner (yes, that one), Scott Bakula (“Star Trek: Enterprise”), Avery Brooks (“Star Trek: Deep Space Nine”) and Kate Mulgrew (“Star Trek: Voyager”).

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A slew of other celebrities will be on hand, including Walter Koenig and Nichelle Nichols.

The “Star Trek” convention will also have panel discussions, trivia contests, collectible auctions as well as an exhibit hall where fans can purchase “Star Trek” and sci-fi goodies.

On Aug. 2, more than 2,000 attendees are expected to attend in costume. Trust us, these folks are really, really serious about their “Star Trek” costumes.

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Hanging out with thousands of people this enthusiastic about anything is an absolute blast.

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To find out more or to purchase tickets, visit the convention’s official site.

Oh, just stop your judging and come join in the fun, already.