Ben Nielsen
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Oct. 28, 2023, a crowd of costumed people amassed for the annual independent Queer the Fest. The “Mutant Disco” theme brought a slew of colorful glittery outfits and creative face makeup.
Ben Nielsen
Ben Nielsen is The Alligator’s Multimedia Editor. He formerly worked as The Alligator's videographer, and began working as multimedia editor in January 2024. He specializes in visual storytelling and manages photos, graphics and videos.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 2:25pmVendors at Swampcon sell cosplay accessories in the Reitz Union, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 2:25pmVendors at Swampcon sell cosplay accessories in the Reitz Union, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
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By Bayden Armstrong | 2:25pmA yellow Volkswagen Beetle sits parked at the base of the Reitz Union, appearing as Pikachu, a character from the Pokemon franchise, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla.
