We’re getting back into the swing of convention events for the new year! On Wednesday I attended the Toy Fair in New York City. Sponsored by the Toy Industry Association, the Toy Fair is a destination event on the global toy buying circuit and draws retailers from over one hundred countries. This was my first time in attendance but it certainly won’t be my last.
During its over 100 year history the Toy Fair has seen the launch of such well known staples as Mr. Potato Head and Barbie. And the array of toys attracting over 30,000 play professionals from around the world was nothing less than spectacular. I, of course, was mostly interested in the comics, science fiction and fantasy related toys. But I managed to have some fun with some McFarland sports and horror toys, too.
