What did Magcon stand for?

What does Magcon mean? Between 2013–17, Magcon was an event featuring young online stars from platforms like Instagram and the former Vine who toured the US to meet their fans. The name joins the initials of meet and greet with con, short for convention (cf., Comic-Con).

Does Magcon still exist?

In 2014, a few members left the group, but MAGCON didn’t officially come to an end until 2017. Over the years, the members have gone to have major careers in the music industry, acting world and even on Broadway.

Who owned Magcon?

MAGCON is shorthand for “meet and greet convention.” Single dad Bart Bordelon came up with the idea for the festival to capitalize on the popularity of internet celebs. Fans could pay from $30 to $150 for the chance to meet Vine stars.

How old was Shawn Mendes in Magcon?

Shawn mendes. Apart of the magcon boys, 16 years old. Has YouTube vids, he sings❤️❤️ look him up!!

When did the original Magcon end?

In April of 2014, Reynolds, Mendes, Dallas, and Hayes and Nash Grier left Magcon. Grier, the second most popular person on Vine, made a video explaining that it was simply time to move on.

How did the Magcon boys get famous?

Magcon is perhaps the most iconic — and notorious — thing that ever emerged from Vine before its eventual demise. Magcon, which was short for “Meet and greet convention,” was a group of teenage boys who toured the country and sold tickets for $30-$150 for their fans to have the chance to see them in person.