I don't think I could go to a LEGO convention and not buy at least one new LEGO set at the store, even if they aren't giving discounts anymore.

I've only ever bought parts at conventions, as I've always found them more useful in what I build than sets. I can't even remember the last set I bought.

While the discounts are great, they're not the main reason I go to Brickfair. It helps that I live in the area. Might go to the LEGO store; might not. But chances are "not going to the LEGO store during Brickfair" just means "going to the LEGO store some other time when there's a good sale/double VIP points".

I almost wish this WERE enough to convince me not to go, because Bronycon is the VERY SAME WEEKEND. But alas, I'm registered for Brickfair and already have an idea of some MOCs I'll want to bring. Plus, I have to say I'll probably enjoy myself a lot more in a familiar situation than in a convention where I'll be surrounded by total strangers and will have to make sense of my surroundings and schedule. Someday, though, I'll have to start expanding my horizons.