Anthrocon 2024: January Updates

We hope you’ve all had a great start to 2024 so far! As we continue to brace the cold winter weather and look forward to warmer times, we want to ensure you have all the important information related to the available hotels, booking process, and more - it’ll be a fast-paced start to this new year! Registration Temporary pause: In preparation for the opening of our Hotel block, online pre-registration will temporarily pause on January 30th and February 2nd at 11am Eastern Time. After February 2nd, online pre-registration will continue to remain open until June. Membership levels: Supersponsor and Ultrasponsor levels have already sold out and we have introduced a limit on the number of Sponsors that we are selling for 2024; if you’re waiting to book, you may not get the level that you want. Updates to Standards of Conduct: We have made some updates to our Standards of Conduct, which all membership holders of Anthrocon agree to follow. You can find the latest version on our Standards of Conduct page. Hotels We’ve updated all hotel information and rates for the 16 partnered hotels that will be available for Anthrocon 2024, and that we have secured a hotel block with specific discounts. You can view the different rates, room types, and more important information on our Hotel page - the below points are only the latest updates.

Anthrocon 2024: December Updates

‘Tis the season to be gathering with friends, family, and loved ones as the year winds down. We hope that you’ve had a great holiday season, and as we all look forward to a new year, we’ll be starting things on a high note in 2024. Registration Online pre-registration will continue to remain open until June. However, Supersponsor and Ultrasponsor levels have sold out and we have introduced a limit on the number of Sponsors that we are selling for 2024. Information on the different levels, pricing and other details can be found on our Registration page.

Anthrocon 2024: Getting Things Kicked Off

It’s been a few months since our 2023 convention ended with high spirits and good memories! In case you missed our Closing Ceremonies in July, the convention reached new heights with: 13,644 attendees (a 40% increase from 2022!) 3,127 fursuit parade marchers Over $52,000 donated to our 2023 Charity, Rabbit Wranglers Now that we’ve had some time to rest, recuperate, and read all the wonderful feedback provided to us, we’re ready to kick things off for Anthrocon 2024 and begin planning in earnest.

Anthrocon 2023: June Updates - It's Nearly Here!

Now that the clock’s winding down, we’re now a couple of weeks away from Anthrocon 2023! It’s time for the final Newsletter before the convention, so let’s get started on Anthrocon’s June Newsletter. Make sure you’ve got all the important last-minute information you need by reading below, or listening to the audio version by Father Harvest and Manick. Your browser does not support the audio element. REGISTRATION Online pre-registration has now ended, and those that have not yet registered but are looking to attend must buy a registration on-site.

Anthrocon 2023: A-May-zing Updates

We’re now less than two months out from the biggest furry celebration of the summer in Pittsburgh! There’s plenty to pay attention to as we reach the home stretch towards the convention. For more information, read on below or listen to the audio version below! Your browser does not support the audio element. Registration Online pre-registration will be open until June 11th. After that, you can buy registration at-the-door at the listed prices on our Registration page. Note that only Attending and Sponsor levels are available, as all other premium tiers have sold out. Please remember that we still have a revised COVID-19 policy in effect for 2023 to help maintain a safer environment in high-density areas, and a general level of protection at our convention. Hotels Booking partners will transfer reservation info to respective hotels in early June, attendees may receive confirmation emails from the hotel they have booked at, which will include the hotel’s confirmation. The existing acknowledgement number is ONLY for use with Orchid Events. Hotel shuttle routes and maps are being finalized and will be publicly released by the convention. You’ll be able to find information about the shuttles on our At The Convention page. Convention Guides & Tips As we draw closer to the convention, we know that many folks are new to the world of conventions. If you’re heading to Anthrocon (or any furry convention) for the first time, or don’t know what to expect, our staff writers are creating many helpful topics on things like planning, budgeting, and experiencing a furry con. Check out our Tips and Guides section to read all of our articles!

Anthrocon 2023: April Updates

Springtime is fully underway with the snow melting, temperatures rising, and the days until Anthrocon quickly winding down. With so much to do and less time, here’s what’s happening this month! If you’d prefer to hear our April updates in audio format, hosted by our content producer Harvest, check out our audio broadcast below. Your browser does not support the audio element. Hotel booking Hotel bookings are still ongoing for all pre-registered attendees. Room availability will continue to be updated in the online booking portal, which can be accessed via the booking link found in your registration confirmation email. Although hotels that are directly adjacent to the convention center and unlikely to have availability, there are other options still available within our block. Anthrocon will be providing free shuttle service between partner hotels (excluding those directly adjacent) and the convention center, with more details and a shuttle map to be confirmed in May. If you have any questions about your existing reservation, email [email protected] for assistance.

Anthrocon 2023: March Updates

Now that we’re three months out from Anthrocon, we’re getting close to the home stretch of our different departmental openings! If you’d prefer to hear our March updates in audio format, hosted by our content producer Harvest, check out our audio broadcast below. Your browser does not support the audio element. REGISTRATION Online registration is available at regular pre-registration pricing (only $65 Attending and $115 Sponsor are available). These prices will be good until June 11, when pre-registration closes. After that date, all attendees must register on-site. For complete information on registration options please visit the registration information page. Please remember that Anthrocon 2023 has a COVID Policy in effect for all attendees.

Anthrocon 2023: Fur-bruary Updates

Can you believe it Anthrocon attendees? We are now less than five months away from the convention! With general room bookings having been opened and online registration resuming at the beginning of February, here are some reminders and updates about Anthrocon 2023! Want to hear an audio version of our February updates? We are introducing a new audio format to learn about Anthrocon’s high-level updates, featuring our content producer Harvest. Click on the play button below to hear it, or keep on reading below for more details!

Last day to pre-register with early bird pricing!

As we’ve announced on all of social media channels and on our Registration page, today is the last day that online pre-registration will be available at the early bird price! This is also your last chance to get into the mailing list to get the Anthrocon-block hotel booking link. If you pre-register after February 2nd, the hotel booking link will be included in your registration confirmation email. However, the chances of being able to secure an Anthrocon-block hotel booking will be a lot slimmer!

Anthrocon 2023: Update to our COVID Policy stance

Anthrocon has heard the concerns of our members and staff, and in response, will be posting the convention COVID policy details and guidelines in the coming week. While we work on finalizing the details, our policy will address vaccination and masking requirements and procedures. We will incorporate local guidance into the policy, with updates as needed, closer to the convention date. We sincerely apologize for any concerns or confusion to our membership regarding this topic.