gamersara

Hello. This will be my first official time going to a convention for three days. My friend and I want to dorm at the hotel but it's really pricey. Secondly, I heard there are cosplay 'meet-ups' where you cosplay as something and take pictures from a certain fanbase? I was trying to see if there was a schedule but can't seem to find anything? If anyone could help and maybe give me a few tips as I'm not sure what to expect and also help me with the hotel issue? I'm sorry I'm asking a lot but I'm so clueless... Thank you :D