Which cities have the most comic book shops, D&D meetups, and LARPing groups?
An analysis of “access to comic book stores, geek social groups, and Comic-Cons, among 13 total metrics” ranks the ‘geekiest’ cities in the country. Is yours at the top of the list?
According to an article by Sav Maive in Lawn Love, New York City took the top spot with an overall score of 84.44. Los Angeles came in second with a score of 59.24. Unsurprisingly, the big cities are home to a high concentration of museums, bookstores, and events that meet the criteria.
If you’re a D&D fan, Los Angeles has the most Dungeons & Dragons meetups. Meanwhile, Atlanta boasts the most live action role play (LARP) groups.
The article also lists geeky attractions worth mentioning in smaller cities not on the list, such as a 15-acre immersive fantasy theme park in Pleasant Grove, Utah.
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