Blerds, nerds, cosplayers and comic book enthusiasts gathered at the Schomburg Center located in Harlem, N.Y. for the 6th Annual Black Comic Book Festival presented by Lexus.
The event showcased legendary comic book creatives, and provided a platform for vendors and fans alike. With Wakanda fever fast approaching, get some cosplay inspo for your Black Panther movie night with some of the best cosplay looks from the fest below.
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Florence Kasumba who plays Ayo in the highly anticipated film ‘Black Panther’ is all smiles as she greets excited fans.
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Florence Kasumba making a young fan’s day.
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Florence Kasumba talking all things ‘Black Panther’ with fans during her meet and greet.
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L-R: Professor Jonathan Gayles, Professor Kinitra Brooks, Florence Kasumba, Schomburg Director Kevin Young pose for a photo.
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Florence Kasumba poses with King T’Challa himself, the Black Panther.
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Florence Kasumba takes time from signing autographs for a photo.
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It was a packed house at the 6th Annual Black Comic Book Festival.
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Our Deputy Editor, Jada Gomez holding up an official print of ‘La Borinqueña’ signed by Writer & Creator Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez.
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Joker’s dreads were on fleek.
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The mistress of the elements, Storm was in the building. She made sure the weather was on point as well.
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He may look scary but this monster was actually quite nice.
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Agent J of the ‘Men In Black’ making sure no extraterrestrials tried anything at the Black Comic Book Festival.
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A young King T’Challa aka The Black Panther and a young member of The Dora Milaje let the crowd know Wakanda forever.
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Superman strikes a pose during the Cosplay presentation at the 6th Annual Black Comic Book Festival.
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The Spirit of Vengeance aka The Ghost Rider found spotted an evildoer in the crowd during the cosplay presentation.
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Two Wonder Women and Michonne— definitely a trio of powerful women.
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Don’t let her size fool you—this little Wonder Woman is still powerful.
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Assassins unite during the cosplay presentation at the Black Comic Book Festival.
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This cosplayer as Sam Wilson aka Falcon made sure to let everyone know that The Black Panther isn’t the only Black superhero in town.
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Oh, it’s just your favorite neighborhood Spider-Man and Nicky Fury chilling.
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A young Moon Girl and a cute Fox explaining their costumes to the crowd.
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Princess Allura explaining why we could use Voltron right about now.
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Captain America talking to all the young boys and girls during the cosplay presentation.
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Blade showing off his impressive swordsmanship during the cosplay presentation at the 6th Annual Black Comic Book Festival.
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This cosplayer put on full display his love for Anansi from Static Shock.
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The cosplayers came together for one final group shot.
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Blade links up with two female Assassins from the popular video game ‘Assassin’s Creed.’
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Nothing happens in Harlem without the Shogun of Harlem himself Sho’Nuff knowing. He made sure everyone knew he was still the master.
