Convention schedule

Anthrocon 2026

498 events America/New_York

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Thursday, July 02, 2026

61 events

Con Ops Hours

10:00am - 11:59pm DLCC - 309 - "Convention Operations"

Hours of Operation for Convention Operations

DLCC - Rooftop Hours

12:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - Roof

The DLCC Rooftop closes to attendees at 11pm sharp. Attendees must leave the rooftop and overlooks by that time.

Convention Center Access Hours

12:00pm - 2:30am Pittsburgh, PA, USA

The Hours that the David L. Lawrence Convention Center will be accessible by members of the public.

Registration Hours

12:00pm - 8:00pm "Registration" - DLCC - Hall D

Westin - Gaming Room Hours

2:00pm - 2:00am Westin - Cambria

These hours are hours of operation for all gaming spaces in the Westin hotel, 2nd floor.

Street Fighter 6 Tournament Check-In

2:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Washington

Registration is at https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/ Tags: Charity, Video Gaming

Street Fighter 6 Tournament ($)

3:00pm - 7:00pm Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events, kicking off with Street Fighter 6! Show off your hadouken-throwing skills and become this year's first champion! Entry Fee: $5 charitable donation Prizes for the top 3 places All players are guaranteed two matches, now with pool play to make sure your convention time is respected! Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/street-fighter-6/ (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) All events will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

Commander

4:00pm - 9:00pm Westin - Butler

Come have fun with commander and lots of friends with varying power levels! Tags: Social, Spec. Interest, Tabletop Gaming

Escape Room ($)

4:00pm - 5:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Furry Logic is proud to bring back Cyberpunk Escape, previously showcased at conventions in 2020-2021! Players work together to untangle the corporate conspiracies and expose Megacorp for its wrongdoings from the inside - but act swiftly since the jamming drones can only protect you for so long before you are exposed to be traced and erased! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! Rooms A and B are identical. Want to just play with family or friends? Book a private room by paying for a minimum of 5 tickets in an empty slot. Got a big group? Split into two teams and play head-to-head in our identical rooms! Please check out our online booking website https://www.bookeo.com/furrylogicllc to get your tickets early, or, check out our sales table on site for more info! If you have any questions, reach out to us at furrylogicllc@gmail.com Tags: Con Event

Furry Scrabble

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Join Randy Ringtail as he once again brings "the Crossword game you've played all your life, but never quite like this" back to AC! Watch as contestants are randomly drawn from the audience to test their crossword skills and win terrific prizes! Tags: Gameshow

DIY Leathercraft: Leather Collars

5:00pm - 6:00pm DLCC - 413-415

In this panel, we will teach you the basics of leatherworking and guide you through making a personalized leather collar. There will be a 25 dollar materials fee to participate, but any may observe for free. Tags: Instructional, Art

Character Acting in Fursuit:Concept to Performance

5:00pm - 6:20pm DLCC - 403-405

Want to add more character to your fursona while fursuiting? Learn how to build a personality for your character, express emotion through movement and body language, and develop a unique character voice. We’ll also touch on bringing that same character into VRChat and streaming for those who don't have a fursuit. Hosted by Ryker (in-character fursuit performer and video creator), Gale Frostbane (Fursuit 101 host and multi-character performer), and Timber (professional voice actor with experience in fursuiting, VR, and streaming). Come get inspired and start bringing your character to life. Tags: Fursuiting, Performance, Instructional

Digimon TCG

5:00pm - 2:00am Westin - Pennsylvania Prefunction/Foyer

Curious about the Digimon Trading Card Game, or just love picking up new games fast? Come learn the basics of the 2020 Digimon TCG and see why it’s become a favorite among competitive and casual players alike. We’ll cover core rules, strategies, and what makes the game so enjoyable to pick up and play. Test decks will be available for new players to try real matches, and experienced tamers are encouraged to pair up, play, and help others learn. No matter your familiarity with the Digital World, you’re welcome to sit down, shuffle up, and enjoy the game together. Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Social, Instructional

Make and Take Stickers

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 401-402

Ever wanted to make your own stickers? Now you can! Sticker paper, art supplies (crayons, markers, colored pencils) and scissors will be supplied - fellow artists are welcome to bring their own supplies. This is not a classroom, there's no lesson - people may join at any time! Written instructions are available and help can be offered if asked for. Please note that these are *traditional art* stickers, there will be no printer available. Tags: Art

Dancerfur Open Floor Practice

5:00pm - 6:20pm DLCC - 408-410

Dancerfur Open Floor Practice. Scheduled open dance floor space to practice for floor wars and/or dance competition. Meet other dancerfurs! Tags: Dance

Staying Sober in the Furry Fandom

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 315

An open table conversation about staying sober in the furry fandom. Talk about your story, your tips and tricks, and gain connections to those in the community! Tags: Fandom

Opening Ceremonies

5:00pm - 6:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Free Miniature/DND Paint & Take!

5:00pm - 2:00am Westin - Lawrence

Provided by Chronicle RPGs & Zenith's Outer Reach; Come paint with us! Whether you're a complete beginner or an established maestro, join us for a free miniature and all supplies provided. Take part for as long as you like with drop-in tables commencing from 5pm! Scan the QR code to preview the Zenith's Outer Reach Kickstarter, or copy the link here: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/f895d526-7872-41e5-94c1-a010a6ec5898/landing?preview_mode=true Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

HAM Furs Q&A/Meet and Greet

5:30pm - 6:30pm DLCC - 310-311

Are you a furry interested in Radio Frequency engineering or amateur radio? Then come out to our panel of Amateur Experts (oxymoron intended) and ask us your burning questions, while meeting fellow furries with an interest in what makes radios work and how to use them. No RF experience necessary! Feel free to bring your radios or cool RF gear. Tags: Spec. Interest

Escape Room ($)

5:30pm - 7:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Draw Your Fursona 101

5:30pm - 6:25pm DLCC - 333

There are so many amazing artists in the furry fandom - but have you ever wished to use your own hands to bring your fursona to life on paper? Whether you’re a seasoned drawer, sketcher, fursuit maker or crafter of many years - or you’re just starting out - this panel will go over the basics; how to break an animal face into basic shapes, how to draw different angles, expressions, and different species! There will be an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in the presentation yourself. Bring a sketchbook if you wish, or paper and pencils and pens will also be provided. Anyone and everyone is welcome! Tags: Art

20 Years in Pittsburgh! An Anthrocon Retrospective

6:00pm - 7:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Diplomacy

6:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

In the game “Diplomacy” you will assume control of one of the 7 major European powers on the eve of World War I with the objective to control a majority of the game's "supply centers" through cunning negotiation, complex alliances, and outright betrayal. Each round or “season” will take place away from the board as you scheme, negotiate and form agreements with the other players for what your units are going to do. Then when the timer sounds all players will return to the board, write orders for their armies and fleets for what they are ACTUALLY going to do then reveal them simultaneously to determine the outcome of battles and movements. Diplomacy contains no dice or any random elements, relying entirely on player interaction, pure strategy, and your own negotiation abilities. Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Cryptid Kaiju Kaos

6:00pm - 7:20pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Join Bossasaur and Draggor for the third year of discussing Kaiju in the fandom. This time we're going to do a deep dive on Kaiju that could also be considered Cryptids. Godzilla and Company will of course be there, but we're going to explore some of their lesser well-known giant friends as well. Tags: Spec. Interest, Fandom

Around Pittsburgh

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 334

Hey Yinz, Pittsburgh is more than just yellow bridges! Come learn about the history and culture of Pittsburgh so you can make the most of your visit. Tags: Spec. Interest

Sideswept Bangs

6:00pm - 7:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Furry folk-punker Sideswept Bangs (Pensacola, FL) performs a set of heartfelt acoustic material! Come hear songs from her debut full-length album, Waterworks, as well as brand new, unreleased material from her upcoming project, The Yips. Tags: Music

Dancing with Disabilities

6:30pm - 7:50pm DLCC - 408-410

Many people are disabled in the furry fandom, and many want to be able to get on the stage and dance in the dance comp or even floor wars, but where do you start if you're disabled? Well, look no further! I am neph, and I am a disabled dancer! In this panel I will talk about how I learned to get on the dance floor and work with my disabilities to make dancing easier! I will be helping others who may wish to get on the stage as well, so they can learn to work with their disability on stage! Tags: Dance

DIY Leathercraft: Leather Cat Ears

6:30pm - 7:30pm DLCC - 413-415

Unleash your inner kitty meow meow! In this panel, we’ll teach the basics of leatherworking, and guide you through making a pair of leather cat ears you can wear home. There will be a 25 USD materials fee, but any are welcome to watch. Tags: Instructional, Art

Ham Furs - Amateur Radio Exam

6:30pm - 8:00pm DLCC - 310-311

Are you interested in gaining your FCC license to operate on amateur radio "ham" bands, and join the thriving community of furry amateur radio operators? Then come out to our annual FCC licensing exam. Our team of furry radio enthusiasts and authorized examiners will be conducting a full course of Technician, General, and Amateur Extra exams (staffing dependent), and would love to see you there. Please note, the FCC and Volunteer Exam Coordinator service regulations require us to collect a $15 exam fee from each test taker. This collected fee goes to the VEC and the exam team does not retain these funds. Venmo or Cash are accepted. Tags: Spec. Interest

Boarding - Thursday Sightseeing Cruise

6:30pm - 7:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Ticketed passengers only - Your Receipt from your purchase in ConCat IS Your ticket. You will not receive a separate booking ticket. Simply show it to our Anthrocon staff assisting with Boarding. Tags: Cruise

Fanwing Meetup! (Wings of Fire)

7:00pm - 7:50pm DLCC - 403-405

Are you a fan of Tui T. Sutherland's hit book series? Do you know your IceWings from your RainWings? Come hang out with your fellow dragons! With Arc 4 in full swing and a show on the way, we have much to discuss. Tags: Meet & Greet

Thursday Sightseeing Cruise

7:00pm - 8:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Ticketed passengers only - Your receipt from your purchase in ConCat IS Your ticket. You will not receive a separate booking ticket. Simply show it to our Anthrocon staff assisting with boarding. There will be no delay of departure! Tags: Cruise

Neurodivergence Furries Meet

7:00pm - 7:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Mental health is extremely important within the fandom, both during conventions and in our daily lives. But, one of the greatest key tips to get support is being around people who can create a safe and valid space for you to connect and make friends! Tags: Meet & Greet, Social, Spec. Interest

Make Your Own Scratch Art Badge

7:00pm - 8:20pm DLCC - 401-402

There will be a $5 materials fee for this panel. Come relive the nostalgia of the '90s with colorful scratch art! All ages are welcome to attend. This panel will include everything you need to make your own scratch art badge including tools, badge clip, and lamination. Dive right in, or watch a tutorial for more advanced tips! Tags: Art

Escape Room ($)

7:00pm - 8:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

How to REALLY Not Get Con Crud: Illness Prevention

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 333

With colds and new Covid variants everywhere, plus emerging nasties like H5N1 around the corner, coming home sick after a con might seem inevitable – but what if it doesn’t have to be this way? Learn how to use masks, tests, air filters, and other new tools to create a strategy that protects yourself and others, whether you’re at a party, in fursuit, or dealing in the den. We’ve got FREE N95 masks and fit testing to help you find your perfect match, FREE Covid tests to help keep you and your friends informed, and demos of DIY air filtration technology to help control both respiratory diseases and flying fur! Help us keep furry a safe and accessible space for all. Tags: Instructional, Fandom

Four Stooges Play A Wine Bar (again!)

7:00pm - 9:30pm Offsite

A scientifically-inclined cockroach, an otherworldly ferret, a tipsy badger, and a spicy triangle dog walk into City Winery...Join this cadre of comedians for an evening of comedy and music away from the hustle and bustle of the convention center. Relax, have some food and a beverage at City Winery's breathtaking performance venue while our curious quartet brings the fun of Anthrocon to a brand new space! DOORS OPEN AT 6PM City Winery in Pittsburgh: 1627 Smallman St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Google map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fZyHNN2BZbr1b17t5 Tags: Comedy, Performance, Music

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

7:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Armstrong

Welcome to Appalachia in the 1990s as you and your friends come to chase down a local legend to put on film for the World to see that exists in the wilderness nearby. Despite the rumors of previous people vanishing in their pursuit, that was not going to stop you from an Oscar winning film. Will you find the Creature and create your winner or vanish like the others before you. Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Tekken 8 Tournament Check In

7:00pm - 8:00pm Westin - Washington

Registration is at https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/ Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

SCP Foundation Orientation for Trainees

7:30pm - 8:50pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Welcome recruits of the 2026 recruitment campaign! Today we are going to cover your introduction to the Foundation and go over a few of the SCPs that the 05 council has approved for this event. Come learn about the Foundation, your future role, some fellow Foundation staff, and the SCPs that you can be potentially assigned to work along side with! Tags: Spec. Interest

DIY Leathercraft: Leather Dice Bags

8:00pm - 9:00pm DLCC - 413-415

Want to make a custom bag for all of your math rocks? In this workshop, we will teach you the basics of leatherworking, and leave you with a small dice bag crafted by your own hands. There will be a 30 dollar materials fee to participate, but any may observe for free. Tags: Instructional, Art

Tumblr Meetup (18+)

8:00pm - 8:50pm DLCC - 403-405

“Quit telling everyone I’m dead!” Are you still stuck on this hellsite? Stole shoelaces from the President? Is Goncharov on your top films list? Do you relate pineapples and werewolves? I know there’s still plenty of furries on tumblr and I feel like we should meet up! Unfortunately we can’t guarantee a ball pit. Tags: Meet & Greet

Overcoming Shyness and Anxiety

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 316

This panel is geared towards the shy, anxious, or otherwise socially awkward folk in the fandom. Do you have trouble making friends? Talking to artists? Finding communities? Going about your day? Then stop by and get some advice on where to start and how to enjoy your life! Tags: Spec. Interest

Closed Rehearsal - Jazz Big Band

8:00pm - 11:30pm DLCC - 408-410

Closed Rehearsal -Jazz Big Band members only Tags: Music

Your Imagined Furry Fantasy 18+

8:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Fayette

This light-hearted RPG system was borne of frisky fantasy, silly stories of over-the-top shenanigans, inspired by popular flash games like Corruption of Champions, Trials in Tainted Space and Flexible Survival! Gameplay gives players a different perspective on the psychology behind modern-day sexuality and taboo as they adventure in a world where just about everything is over-sexualized (including combat!) to offer silly-fun and sex-positive escapades! Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Petplay 102: Becoming an Animal/Handler

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Getting into pet play is the easy part, but achieving headspace (playing the role of your chosen animal/handler self) can be challenging. This discussion based, all-levels class will cover some of the basics, while focusing on diving deep into what drives and motivates our animal or handler roles, forms of non-verbal communication, and how to dress for success. So please come with your experience and questions, as we traverse the wild landscape of the subconscious. Tags: Spec. Interest

Tekken 8 Tournament ($)

8:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #2 is Tekken 8! Become monarch of the dojo and claim this year's crown! Entry Fee: $5 charitable donation Prizes for the top 3 places All players are guaranteed two matches, now with pool play to make sure your convention time is respected! Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/tekken-8 (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) All events will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

Trans and Non-binary Artists Sketchbook Swap

8:30pm - 9:50pm DLCC - 401-402

This is a space hosted by a nb transmasc and his partner for trans & nb artists to meet up, socialize, and swap sketchbooks if you like! Adults only, nsfw art is not required but will be present and within sight. Please bring your own supplies. Feel free to hang out and co-work, swap art supplies you don't use, and just chill with other trans-umbrella critters. Participants MUST mark their sketchbooks as NSFW or SFW clearly ON THE COVER before the event for everyone's comfort! Tags: Art, Spec. Interest

DJ Goofy (Thursday Nightly Dance)

8:30pm - 9:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday 8:30pm to 9:30pm DJ: Goofy Genre: festival tech house, opener set Tags: Nightly Dance

Escape Room ($)

8:30pm - 10:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

AWOO Presents: A Collection of Furry Readings

9:00pm - 10:20pm DLCC - 310-311

The Anthropomorphic Writers Outreach Organization welcomes you to Anthrocon 2026! Join us for a session of readings by various acclaimed authors in the fandom and maybe find a new favorite! Tags: Writing

Armor Academy: Chainmail for Plushies

9:30pm - 10:30pm DLCC - 413-415

In this panel, we will teach you how to make an entire shirt of chainmail – scaled down to plushie size! Bring your own plushie, or use one of the stuffed animals provided. There will be a 30 dollar materials fee to participate, but any may observe for free. Tags: Instructional, Art

Spikeo (Thursday Nightly Dance)

9:30pm - 10:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday 9:30pm to 10:30pm DJ: Spikeo Genre: electro, funk house Tags: Nightly Dance

Creative Growth!: Meet Furry Size Artists!

9:30pm - 10:25pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Love “King-Size Canary?” Lived for That Scene in Charlotte’s Web? Macro, inflation, and fat furries have been a big part of furry since the beginning. Come ask size-themed creators anything! Tags: Art, Spec. Interest

Paws Panel and Feet & Greet

10:00pm - 11:25pm DLCC - 403-405

"Informational Panel and Meet and Greet for all foot and paw enjoyers! Come listen to Shiva and Puppygirl talk about feet and paws in the Fandom, and meet like minded individuals! Tags: Spec. Interest

Blood on the Clocktower

10:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game. There are two teams; good (townsfolk and outsiders) and evil (minions and demon). You will be assigned a random role that has a power that you can use throughout the game to deduce who among you is the demon, to find and execute them, or if you are evil you must eradicate the town before the demon is executed. Alas, death is not the end in Blood on the Clocktower. You still play the game after you are killed, winning or losing with your team. Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Sovereign Eclipse

10:00pm - 1:00am Westin - Fayette

Come test out a new Furry sci-fi game being written by SteelTheWarrior (Mass Effect: Unity, Freedom Fighters & Your Imagined Furry Fantasy). Choose from a massive assortment of species and genetic culture combinations, and explore an immensely dynamic and complex new universe full of mystery, intrigue and betrayal! Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

18+ Sapphic Furry Meet Up

10:00pm - 10:50pm DLCC - 401-402

Tags: Meet & Greet

MiSTa3K (MST3K) with Alkali

10:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Mystery Science Theatre 3000 – furry style! Come join Alkali as we (and probably the whole room full of people) verbally rip a movie of our choosing to shreds! Hopefully this year’s movie will NOT have center screen wipes. Tags: Performance, Charity

Roury b2b overblur (Thursday Nightly Dance)

10:30pm - 11:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday 10:30pm to 11:30pm DJs: Roury b2b overblur Genre: bass house Tags: Nightly Dance

Sebris (Thursday Nightly Dance)

11:30pm - 12:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday 11:30pm to Friday Morning 12:30am DJ: Sebris Genre: genrefluid Tags: Nightly Dance

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Werewolf

12:00am - 2:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Werewolf is a social deduction game where the town tries to run out the werewolves living among them. Some townsfolk will have special powers while others just try to live their lives. Through cleaver reasoning and trust in the correct person you can weed out the werewolves or the werewolf pack could sleep with full bellies. Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

KHALIBER (Thursday Nightly Dance)

12:30am - 1:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday (Friday Morning) 12:30am to 1:30am DJ: KHALIBER Genre: dubstep, hybrid trap Tags: Nightly Dance

Kid Internet (Thursday Nightly Dance)

1:30am - 2:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Thursday (Friday Morning) 1:30am to 2:30am DJ: Kid Internet Genre: hardcore mix Tags: Nightly Dance

DLCC - Rooftop Hours

9:00am - 11:00pm DLCC - Roof

The DLCC Rooftop closes to attendees at 11pm sharp. Attendees must leave the rooftop and overlooks by that time.

Registration Hours

9:00am - 8:00pm "Registration" - DLCC - Hall D

Convention Center Access Hours

9:00am - 2:30am Pittsburgh, PA, USA

The Hours that the David L. Lawrence Convention Center will be accessible by members of the public.

Puppetry Meet and Greet

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Want to get involved with puppetry but unsure how to start? Already a pro and want to connect with your fellow puppeteers in the fandom to talk shop and share your projects? Come chat with The Furry Puppetry Group and learn about fun ways to get involved with puppetry in the fandom! We’re a community of performers, builders, and puppetry enthusiasts of all skill levels bringing puppetry shenanigans to conventions around the country. Bring a puppet if you’d like, or just bring your enthusiasm! Tags: Puppetry

Networking with Protogen

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 315

Protogen blink and beep, but how do we all get where we are going in a digital world? Join Tecky for a rundown of how a slice of networking drives our digital world. Want a silly network name for your own home wifi? Or perhaps a networked printer named The-Foofy-Brother on your network? In this panel we will show and tell some network concepts that anyone can understand; no engineering degree needed! We will even make a network cable! Tags: Spec. Interest, Instructional

Intro to Ballet

9:30am - 10:50am DLCC - 408-410

Are you fascinated by ballet? Would you like to learn how to turn, jump, balance, or move with grace? Hello! My name's Wolfgang and I'm a husky who really likes ballet! I've trained with conservatories all over the country and I want to bring some of this knowledge to the fandom. If you are interested in ballet, this is a crash course and sampler of sorts. In this class I will talk about the history and culture of ballet, as well as give a class suited for all levels (with some more advanced practices in the end). Please arrive early and warm up, as there is a lot to cover, and I don't want anyone to get injured! Tags: Dance

Show Your Colors! Queer Birds & More

9:30am - 10:30am DLCC - 316

Have you ever wondered why birds are so colorful, or why they do funny dances? Or, most importantly, the love life of birds? If so, this panel is for you! Join Jay Margolis, a PhD candidate in evolutionary biology, for a short educational lecture on bird color and behavior, followed by a Q&A on everything you could possibly want to know about birds and queer animal behavior! Tags: Spec. Interest

Transit and Furbanism

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 335

Interested in cars, trains, buses, bikes, urban planning, and how cities function? Come meet other furry urbanists and learn about urbanism, Pittsburgh transit, and how transit and good urbanism creates a better fandom! Join us after the panel for a ride to East Liberty on the East Busway. Tags: Fandom, Spec. Interest

Specialty Coffee: Seizing the Beans of Consumption

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 334

What makes coffee "specialty" anyways? Join for an overview of the world of specialty coffee roasting and brewing. Learn about coffee cupping, modern processing methods, funky gadgets, and the communities behind these magnificent beans. Tags: Spec. Interest

Zootopia Fan Discussion Panel

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 401-402

Tags: Fandom

Xenobiology: A Hypothetical

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 336

Join in for an exploration into what life beyond Earth may look like and what evidence we have for the make-up of alien physiology! Tags: Spec. Interest

Creating OC Playlists

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Connect more to your original characters and music collection through playlist making. This panel will give you tips and methods to curate a playlist of songs that tell your character’s story. Learn about different styles of OC playlists, and tricks to discovering new music along the way. Take your music beyond background filler and use it as a catalyst for imagination and storytelling through active listening! Tags: Music

An Introvert's and Autistic's Con Survival Guide

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 333

Furry conventions are incredible for community and creativity, but the bright lights, loud fursuit dances, and constant social interaction can lead to "con-burnout" fast. Whether you’re navigating your first con or your fiftieth, join us for a deep dive into practical strategies for sensory management, social pacing, and self-advocacy. We’ll cover everything from finding "quiet zones" and the "rule of 6-2-1," to managing "post-con blues" and how to politely bow out of a conversation when your social battery hits 1%. Tags: Spec. Interest

Furry Fiction Showcase

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 310-311

A panel for furry readers! Come watch a dog who reads way too many books tell you about the best furry fiction of the year. I'll give you the resources you need to get your paws on great furry stories from great furry writers. You might even leave with a free book! Tags: Writing

Rare and Uncommon Fursona Meet & Greet

10:00am - 10:50am DLCC - 403-405

Ever look at a con's scheduled meet and greets and get the feeling that you don't really belong in any of them? Well this meet and greet is meant for you! Get to know the other rare and far between furs out there! Meet someone new and leave with a few friends! And remember, a rare and uncommon fursona definition is whatever you make of it! Tags: Meet & Greet

So This is Your First Furry Con

10:00am - 11:20am DLCC - 319-321

Is this your first time at a fur con? Or even just your first time at Anthrocon? Well come on in and learn the dos and don’ts of being at a fur con. From dealing with fursuits to the 6/2/1 rule. A great way to start your convention and learn the best way to have a good time. Tags: Instructional, Con Event

Westin - Gaming Room Hours

10:00am - 2:00am Westin - Cambria

These hours are hours of operation for all gaming spaces in the Westin hotel, 2nd floor.

Furry Language: The Game Show!

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Let your fur do the talking! In this twist on furry charades based on TV’s “Body Language,” teams of two use pantomime to convey clues to furry-themed puzzles. Winners receive a small prize and play a bonus round for J & J Farms Animal Sanctuary! (Requires speech.) Tags: Gameshow, Charity

Escape Room ($)

10:00am - 11:30am DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Free Miniature/DND Paint & Take!

10:00am - 12:00am Westin - Lawrence

Provided by Chronicle RPGs & Zenith's Outer Reach; Come paint with us! Whether you're a complete beginner or an established maestro, join us for a free miniature and all supplies provided. Take part for as long as you like with drop-in tables commencing from 10AM! Scan the QR code to preview the Zenith's Outer Reach Kickstarter, or copy the link here: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/f895d526-7872-41e5-94c1-a010a6ec5898/landing?preview_mode=true Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Iggy's All About & Organizing Kidney Donation

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 333

Iggy tells you what he learned in the long journey to finally get a kidney transplant through a living donor. Photographotter will talk about their journey being a donor too. They'll talk about what worked, who needs help in the community now and how you can best help spread the word so they can find help too. Tags: Spec. Interest

Choosing and Playing a New Game System

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 336

Choosing and playing a new fantasy role-playing game (RPG) or video game title is an exciting journey into uncharted worlds filled with magic, mystery, and adventure. The process often begins with exploration—researching different titles, reading reviews, watching gameplay previews, and considering recommendations from friends or gaming communities. Players may be drawn to rich storytelling like that found in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, expansive open worlds such as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, or challenging, lore-driven experiences like Elden Ring. For tabletop fantasy RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons, this includes collaborating with other players, creating backstories, and engaging in imaginative storytelling. From learning the game’s mechanics, developing a character build, and understanding the rules of the world can be both challenging and rewarding to personal preferences that play a major role, this panel will discuss some of the priorities players seek that ultimately leads to selecting and playing a new fantasy RPG is about discovering a world that sparks imagination, offers meaningful challenges, and provides memorable experiences. Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Spec. Interest, Instructional

Historical Furs Show and Tell

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 401-402

The influence of history on art and literature is enormous, even when furries are involved. Join us for a show and tell where we’ll discuss our historically-inspired fursuits, cosplays, and fursonas. Art and artifacts are also welcome, provided that they follow all convention policies, safety rules, and standards of conduct. Tags: Social, Fandom, Spec. Interest

Plumage Peepin' - An Intro to Birdwatching!

10:30am - 11:20am DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Have you ever thought to yourself, “Dang, I'd really like to look at some birds”, but don't know where to start? Maybe you think you need a ten thousand dollar camera, fancy schmancy vest, bucket hat, gigantic binoculars and plane tickets to the middle of the Amazon? If you do, then this is the panel for you! Birds are all around us, all the time, in pretty much every place on earth (except Antarctica of course). From city dwelling critters like Rock Pigeons and House Sparrows, elusive owls, wacky woodcocks, curious corvids, and more—there's birds out there for everyone! All one has to do is stop for a moment and take a look at what's around them! This panel will cover the basics of birdwatching such as: - Useful websites and apps for your phone. - Cheap gear if you want to go further! - How to find spots to look for certain birds. - What's hanging out around the convention center right now? - And more! Tags: Spec. Interest

Advice from an Amateur Artist: How I Taught Myself

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 315

An intro to drawing fundamentals to form a path towards your art journey. Learn about free beginner practices, teachers, and resources available for self taught artists. From lines to anatomy, come see what you can apply to your doodles to brighten someone’s day! Tags: Art, Instructional

Mindfulness as an Antidote to Con Chaos

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 307

Are you feeling pulled in 10 directions at once? Overwhelmed by the activity around you? Experiencing strong emotions throughout the weekend? If so, you're in the right place! Join Zigs for an introduction to mindfulness meditation - you'll learn about history and benefits of mindfulness, receive basic meditation instructions, and have an opportunity for practice before a Q&A period. Tags: Instructional, Spec. Interest

CANCELLED Being a Furry While Maintaining a Jewish

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 316

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN AT THE REQUEST OF THE PANELIST The Furry Rebbe will show you how to balance being in the Fandom without compromising our religious beliefs. Open to ALL. The ideas put forward here apply to all religions and lifestyles! One need not be observant to benefit. Rabbi Elli, "The Furry Rebbe" has been a Chassidic Rabbi for close to 50 years. He is also known as "The Actors Rabbi" an accomplished actor/singer/voice over artist and Cantor. Rabbi Elli is a Certified Life Coach who has counseled thousands from all walks of life. Tags: Spec. Interest

From UwU to OwO: How Languages Change

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 334

Have you ever wondered why people talk like that? In this panel, we’ll chat about how languages change over time. Why does slang develop? What makes an accent? When does one language become two? What the heck is “6 7”? If you’ve ever wanted to learn about historical linguistics, this is a great introduction to the field! Tags: Fandom, Spec. Interest

Disabled Furs Meet & Greet

11:00am - 11:50am DLCC - 403-405

Disabled? Kinda feel left out? Come meet other people like you! Who knows, you might find a friend just like you along the way! Tags: Meet & Greet

Mahjong

11:00am - 3:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

This isn't a mid-2000s singleplayer computer game - Mahjong is a four-player game where players take turns drawing and discarding in order to form a winning hand. Come play (or learn how to play) with us here! * Note: Host does not own enough sets for everyone. If you have a set yourself, please bring it! Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Social, Instructional

Writing Foundations 101

11:00am - 12:20pm DLCC - 310-311

A starting talk to attend if you’re just beginning to put some words to paper or maybe you’ve written a few stories and you want to expand your craft. We’ll discuss some of the basics of plot structure, ways to improve writing, and how to benefit from the heirarchy of talent in writing. Seasoned writers are also welcome for review or adding experienced opinions. Tags: Writing

Don't Take This Panel For Granite!

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 335

Tags: Spec. Interest

Mario Kart 8 Tournament Check In

11:00am - 12:00pm Westin - Washington

Registration is at https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/ Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

UwU!: The Furry Game Show Spectacular

11:30am - 1:25pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Join the Game Show Furs for a star-studded team-battle game show marathon! Contestants chosen from the audience will partner with furry celebrities in a variety of classic game show formats, for the chance to earn lots of money for this year’s con charity! This year's special guests are Finn The Panther and iBolt! Tags: Gameshow

So Your Kid Dragged You To Anthrocon

11:30am - 12:25pm DLCC - 319-321

So your kid dragged you here as a Parent In Tow to this "Anthrocon" thing and you're not quite sure what's going on or what we're about. Come share your questions with other chaperones and get to know other people in the same situation as you! Handouts will be provided. Tags: Fandom

Vogue Femme with Foster Ninja

11:30am - 12:50pm DLCC - 408-410

Learn the foundational five elements of vogue femme and the history of the ballroom scene. We will be going over how to properly get your tens and learning about why ballroom culture is not just about dance. This workshop is taught by Foster, one of the members of the AC 2025 Floor Wars' winning team: Kingdom Arts Crew. Tags: Dance

Escape Room ($)

11:30am - 1:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Everything You Wanted to Know About Albedo

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 336

Discussing Albedo and other early furry comics and history Tags: Art, Fandom

Fursuit Handling and Solo Suiting

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 403-405

Information on how to be a handler for fursuiter(s) while still enjoying your own con experience, or what to expect whilst suiting with/out a handler, and managing yourself at the con. (Will include real-experienced examples/scenarios, supplies, and visual representation(s) of how it works from both sides, as a handler and a suiter.) I mainly intend for this to cover things listed above, but for a slightly more detailed breakdown for those trying to decide if this is the panel for them to attend or listen in on, I'll list a small ToC of everything I intend to cover and the order I'll cover them in.... - Introduction & describing experience (brief) - Fursuit vision and body types, mobility, fragility, cleanliness, different types of styles and fur that can handle different types of strain or touch. - Tips on what to carry on-hand while handling, what to look out for, how to respond to others, how to communicate and set up coordinated plans with suiter(s). - Audience questions <--If no questions backup topics will be to go into further detail on some topics above as well as having some present suiters add their experiences. Tags: Fursuiting, Instructional

Artists' Lounge

12:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - 338 "Artists Lounge"

A chill drawing space! Sponsored by Part-Time Dragons Tags: Art

Fursuiting at Sporting Events

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 307

Are you a sports fanatic? Are you looking for a fun way to support your favorite team? Public fursuiting has been happening for quite some time, but in the last few years, furries have begun to take over sporting events! Come learn all about the dos and don'ts of public suiting at your favorite team's home games! Tags: Fursuiting

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament ($)

12:00pm - 4:00pm Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #3 is our annual Mario Kart 8 Deluxe event! Avoid the blue shells on your way to the checkered flag to claim this year's title! Entry Fee: $10 charitable donation Prizes for the top 4 places Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/mario-kart-8-deluxe (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) All events will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

Clicker Training and its Misuse in the Fandom

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 315

Tags: Spec. Interest

Anthropomorphic Characters in Silent Film

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 316

Anthropomorphic characters in film are not a modern invention. From animation to film, the silent movie era had more than its share of memorable characters. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Felix the Cat are two of the most famous examples but there is so much more. Now over one hundred years later, learn how these early cinematic examples of Anthro animals laid the groundwork for the fandom of today. Tags: Fandom

Touch This! Fur, Fabrics, and Foams: Understanding

12:00pm - 1:20pm DLCC - 333

Ready to level up your builds? This hands-on, interactive panel is perfect for makers of all experience levels, whether you're crafting your first cosplay, building a fursuit, or designing a puppet for performance. Learn what materials you need for your projects, and come swatch your fursona with us! Success starts with knowing your materials. Tags: Instructional, Art, Fursuiting

Dealers Room & Con Store Hours

12:00pm - 6:00pm Dealers Room - DLCC - Hall A-B

The Dealers Room will open to Ultrasponsors and Supersponsors at 11:30am , followed by Sponsors. All badge levels will be able to enter at 12:00 Noon. - Ultrasponsors and Accessibility line up at the tables in Concourse A. - Super Sponsors line up on the lines in Concourse A. - Sponsors line up on the lines in Concourse B. - General Attendance line up in Hall C.

P.A.W.S. On CPR

12:00pm - 1:50pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Have you ever been worried about what to do in a medical emergency? With P.A.W.S. on CPR, you can learn compression only CPR, how to use an AED, and more from EMT and nationally certified CPR instructor CopperSprite. Come get "paws" on experience with mannequins as we go through how to perform life saving actions to help provide a safer future. Tags: Fandom, Instructional

Rock Climbing Meet Up & Excursion

12:00pm - 2:00pm Pittsburgh, PA, USA

-OFFSITE - MEET UP IN FRONT OF THE WESTIN HOTEL "Interested in rock climbing? So are we! Whether you’re a seasoned climber or touching the wall for the very first time, come join a friendly group of furries for a bouldering meet-and-greet at a local gym. We’ll gather as a group, enjoy a one-mile walk to FA Climbing Station Square, snap a group photo, and cheer each other on as we climb together! Event details: Day passes start at $19 Rental shoes are available on-site A waiver must be completed before climbing For safety, fursuit heads are not permitted while climbing Come hang out, make new friends, and have a fun, active experience, no matter your skill level! Tags: Spec. Interest, Social

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

12:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Armstrong

The Art of Viola Performance

12:30pm - 1:25pm DLCC - 335

Have you ever wondered how those weird sticks made sound when they rub against metal strings? Are you a beginner player looking to see just how wild these techniques get? Or are you a violinist planning on coming here to make fun of an "inferior" instrument? I'll be talking about (and demonstrating) how to produce sound, the nuances between a violin and viola, the breadth of techniques possible on the viola, some short solos + analysis, and more! Hope to see ya here :3 Tags: Performance, Instructional

Fursuiting 101 with Gale Frostbane

12:30pm - 1:50pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Do you want to bring your fursuit to life? Watch fursuiters do funny things? Watch the fursuiters and audience make the host's head spin with chaos? Its time for Fursuiting 101! This panel is focused on fun and laughing while learning! Lose yourself in a world of funny animals and let yourself play pretend! Tags: Performance, Fursuiting

Boozy's Legal Funhouse

12:30pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 319-321

Boozy uses a strange legal case to explain a basic legal principle to the certified legal layman, Alkali, in this live recording of a podcast at Anthrocon! Tags: Performance, Spec. Interest

Anthrocon Jazz Big Band 2026

12:30pm - 2:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

The Big Band returns for a fourth year! We've got a traditional format, but our music is anything but. It's a mix of classic jazz, video game music, and popular culture, with arrangements by furries you'll only hear here! Tags: Music

How to Handle your Fursuiter

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 307

Hey there reader! Are you a friend, parent, or significant other that has been dragged to a fur con in Pittsburgh and are super confused on what to do and where to go? Well I have just the panel for you. Come on down and learn how to take care of your fuzzy friend while getting a lay of the land! Tags: Fursuiting

Writing Habits and Staying Productive

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Writing is challenging at the best of times, but throw in social life, a day job, and a family and it can be extremely difficult. How do you keep going with your attention being pulled in so many different directions? Our panelists offer up some perspective and ways to keep yourself going when the words aren't getting on the page like they should. Tags: Writing

Your Imagined Furry Fantasy 18+

1:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Fayette

Dook, Doom & Doomsday (Mustelids Meet)

1:00pm - 1:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Are you a member of Mustelids or Mustelid allies? Otters, ferrets, weasels, minks, martens, badgers, wolverines, stoats, sables, fishers, polecats, grisons, tayras, and "relatives" like skunks or even mongoose (like our host Kippefir)! All noodly tubbly long tail fierce critters are welcome to this meet and greet gathering! Come meet other species' family members here! We will organize group photos twice (during and at the end of the panel). If you feel nerdy, host Gale Tazzin will have a speech about mustelid mythical folklores and Kippefir will have a trivia game where you can learn about Mustelid fun facts. There will be plushie props (egg, fish, bird) for you to pose for fursuit photos with! Tags: Meet & Greet, Social

Escape Room ($)

1:00pm - 2:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

A Decade of Beastars: A Celebration

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 315

Tags: Fandom

Cruxaholics Anomalous

1:00pm - 1:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

It's once again that time of year, when we dust of our stripes and curl our ears and come together to celebrate all things crux! Whether you're new to the species or a long time member, this is a space to share and connect with your fellow crazy creatures. Stop by, sign our guest list and learn about our weird little corner of the fandom. Tags: Meet & Greet

Neurodivergence, Keystone Niche In Our Community

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 316

Come on down for a cozy space for all varieties of neurodivergent folks. Ever felt lonely and unique like a platypus within the mammalian order? Look no further, this will become a space to provide a calm yet powerful space within the chaos of not just this convention but within our world. Come on in and meet some fellow neurodivergent people of many backgrounds and walks of life! Tags: Fandom

VR Chat Meet & Greet

1:30pm - 2:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

We are VR! Join us for our annual VRChat Meet-And-Greet! No matter if you are brand-new to the platform or a longtime Trusted User, we invite you to visit us and learn what our platform is all about! No headset? No PC? No problem! We'll show you how it's done. Visit your virtual friends in reality! Then stick around for the big group photo and brief presentation which covers many awesome events coming up in the coming weeks. We are VR! Tags: Meet & Greet

Avali Meet and Greet

1:30pm - 2:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Calling all fluffy space raptors, Avalon needs you! Let's use our collective one avali brain cell to destroy everyone who calls us "chicken"! Bring your pack, or be prepared to find new pack mates at this meet and greet. Prepare for a collection of the galaxy's silliest, BIG avali and possibly cool stickers too. Tags: Meet & Greet

Art Fight Battlefield!

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 401-402

Art Fight is an annual character based art trading game that takes place every July where teams earn points by "attacking" (making art for) other users. Come armed with a device to view characters posted on the site (such as your phone) and something to do art on (sketchbook, iPad). This will operate similar to a sketchbook swap, but instead of sketchbooks we will have note cards with usernames to help you find users to "attack" (make art for). All skill levels welcome! To learn more about art fight or join the game, check out artfight.net! Tags: Art, Social

Breaking 101 (AKA Breakdancing)

1:30pm - 2:50pm DLCC - 408-410

Curious about Breaking? This 101 class will introduce some basics welcoming to all skill levels and ages! This workshop is taught by Ddog, one of the members of the AC 2025 Floor Wars' winning team: Kingdom Arts Crew. Tags: Dance

Young Fur Meetup and Dance Party

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 403-405

Come get to know your fellow young furs and dance the panel away!! Especially for our young-in-years, not young-at-heart, furs. This is not an age play event. Tags: Fandom, Spec. Interest

Junk Journaling - Furry Edition!

2:00pm - 3:20pm DLCC - 413-415

Furry conventions leave attendees with a lot of "junk"—whether it is used business cards, informative flyers, free stickers, receipts, or something else—many things end up in the trash. What if there was a way to collage this "junk" to commemorate your convention experience? Whether you've seen junk journaling in practice on social media or never heard of it before— this workshop is for you! We will turn your junk into beautiful pieces of art. During this workshop we will show examples of items to use both inside and outside of conventions and go over composition and techniques to make your junk journal your own. While the first portion of this panel will be informational, the second portion will allow participants to make their own junk journal page(s). If you wish to participate in the workshop portion, please bring your own supplies (a journal/paper, glue sticks, scissors, and random junk!), as very limited supplies will be available for participant use. Tags: Art

How to Start a Furry Con

2:00pm - 2:55pm DLCC - 333

Have you ever wanted to start a furry convention but didn’t know where to begin? Come by this panel and our experienced panelists will discuss the ins, outs, and what-have-yous of starting a con. Tags: Fandom

"There's a Time and a Place" - Settings

2:00pm - 2:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Where does your story take place? In a world similar to our own? In a different time? In a far flung place that only vaguely resembles what we know? Sometimes the setting is the first thing that comes to mind for a story to then be populated, other times it has to be crafted after characters have sprung to life. Join us for a discussion about how to build your world, how to consider its rules, and how much your reader needs to know in the process. Tags: Writing

Alterhuman Meet and Greet

2:00pm - 2:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Come meet all the therians, otherkin, and every other creature under the non human label at Anthrocon! Tags: Meet & Greet

Art Show Hours

2:00pm - 6:00pm DLCC - Art Show

RC Furs

2:00pm - 2:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Remote control large-scale cars show and tell, meet and greet, and just to chat about everything RC Tags: Meet & Greet, Spec. Interest

Charity Poker Tournament Check In

2:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania Prefunction/Foyer

Registration is at https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/ Tags: Charity, Tabletop Gaming

ESSA / Stuffed Animal Fans Meetup

2:30pm - 3:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Everyone has comfort plushies—bring them to a meetup just for them! Meet others that share the love for plushies and all things soft and cute from dogs to Labubus to dragons, we accept all! Tags: Meet & Greet

Open Mic and Comedy Basics

2:30pm - 3:50pm DLCC - 319-321

Have a stand-up routine you want to try out? Want to tell a story you think will give us a chuckle? Come try it out at Anthrocon Open Mic! One could not ask for a friendlier atmosphere. After your act, be ready to receive some helpful good natured critiques from the panel hosts. All performers are limited to 3 to 5 minute sets depending on the panel turnout. Tags: Instructional, Performance, Comedy

How to Host a Successful Panel/Event

2:30pm - 3:25pm DLCC - 316

Have you ever been to a panel or event that just didn't work out the way you thought it should? There are ways to improve the effectiveness and quality of your own event or panel. Please come and join K.P., Anthrocon's Director of PR, for tips on public speaking and making your panel or presentation (there's actually a difference) better. These tips work for fandom or professional presentations and can be helpful for first time panelists as well as seasoned presenters. Tags: Fandom, Instructional

Furries? At My University?

2:30pm - 3:50pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

It's more likely than you think! Do you go to university? Want to find out what starting or running a university furry club entails? Or maybe you'd like to ask for general college advice or talk and connect with furries of similar majors! If so, this is the panel for you! Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

Realistic Fursuiter Meet and Greet

2:30pm - 3:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

Do you find yourself regularly getting mistaken for a real animal? Does the gentle stare of glass eyes make your heart melt? Would you like to meet other realism aficionados or try your hand photographing pretty creatures? If you have a realistic fursuit (partial or full!) to show off or just want to admire different styles, then come along! This is an informal session to give you a chance to mingle with like-minded animals, in or out of costume! There will be a group photo near the end of the panel. Tags: Meet & Greet

Escape Room ($)

2:30pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Speedrunning Games…Development?

2:30pm - 3:50pm DLCC - 315

There’s many game development jams that ask to create a game in a week, weekend, sometimes even less. Why not in the short time of a panel? We will take a classic game concept, give it a furry twist, and see what can be done to make it happen in an hour, perhaps squeezing in a bit of an introduction to game development along the way. Tags: Art, Spec. Interest, Video Gaming

The Big Lamp | Bug Meetup

3:00pm - 3:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

C'mon creepy crawlies and gather 'round the big lamp! Meetup for insects, spiders and bugs of all types! Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

Otter Chaos!

3:00pm - 4:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Otter Chaos! is a group of furry musicians who combine their love of video game music and fursuit performance into a chaotic concert you won’t fur-get! They perform original arrangements of music from video games. Featuring an eclectic assortment of instruments, including accordion, steelpans, electric violin, trombone, and more! Tags: Music

Golden Treasure: The Lost Draak

3:00pm - 6:00pm Westin - Fayette

A small TTRPG by SteelTheWarrior made in tribute to the inspiring and breathtaking game “Golden Treasure: The Great Green”. Players will take the form of a group of Draak-Kin hatched amid the chaos of their nestlands being torn asunder by No-Tailed creatures that pay no respect to the Nature they take from. The team will find No-Tails, predators, starvation, mazes, treacherous weather and even competing Draak all standing between the hatchlings and hope for survival! Will they survive, or feed the cycle? Tags: Social, Tabletop Gaming, Instructional

Writing Effective Plots

3:00pm - 3:55pm DLCC - 310-311

So you’ve got your fox (or other characters), but now what? Why go on an adventure, of course! But what will that adventure entail, and will it keep your readers engaged throughout? This panel will help you plot out your story whether it’s a galaxy spanning romp or just a trip to the local Starbucks that leads to self-discovery. Tags: Writing

Fursuit Price is Right

3:00pm - 3:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

This is the fursuiter version of The Price Is Right, where fursuiters are called to "Come On Down!" to Contestant's Row. Winner plays a pricing game and goes on to The Showcase Showdown, where the winner of which goes on to the showcase. The fursuiter that has won the most in cash and prizes wins a badge commission. Tags: Gameshow

Anthrocon Poker Championship - Day 1 ($)

3:00pm - 7:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #4 is the 11th annual Anthrocon Poker Championship! Can you dodge bullets to win this year's title and add your name to the Silver Water Dish? Day 1 of the event will play down to our "July Nine," with the final table taking place Sunday at Noon. Entry Fee: $20 charitable donation 30 dog tags will be available for purchase for $30, and provide one rebuy Prizes for the top 9 places Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/anthrocon-poker-championship (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event, and you must be 18 years of age or older.) Tags: Charity, Tabletop Gaming

Protogen Meet & Beep

3:00pm - 3:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Protogen meet up Tags: Meet & Greet

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

3:00pm - 6:00pm Westin - Armstrong

Fursuiting 301: Healthy Fursuiting

3:30pm - 4:25pm DLCC - 333

You fursuited today for eight hours already! The last time you ate a meal was at 10am. Water? Never heard of her! Dinner? Nah, got a Monster and you're good. And now you're getting back into suit for the raves? What could possibly go wrong? Next day, you're dragging. You're on your fourth coffee and can't keep your eyes open. Everything aches. Your head hurts. Foot and leg cramps, too??? Are you getting too old for fursuiting? 30 and already past your prime!? Nah, but fursuiting IS cardio! Class is in session to teach you how to keep you fursuiting for longer and recover faster, regardless of your age and fitness. Sure you know your fursuiting basics, but do you know how to keep yourself going after a weekend of fursuiting? We'll be covering hydration (And how to do it), cooling (active and passive), pre and post fursuit routines (STRETCH!), emergency management (don't get heat stroke), and more in this fursuiting panel that's intended to keep you on your fluffy paws. Whether a new or experienced fursuiter, this panel will have something for you! And if you've been at this for a while, come share your own tips! Tags: Fursuiting

BARQ!Cast Live

3:30pm - 4:50pm DLCC - 335

We're the official podcast of BARQ! Whether you bark, bah, yip, yell, or cluck, this podcast is something you won’t wanna miss! Listen to Banjo & Harbee yap about whatever is on their mind alongside our SECRET special guest... Tags: Performance

Commander

4:00pm - 9:00pm Westin - Butler

Come have fun with commander and lots of friends with varying power levels! Tags: Social, Spec. Interest, Tabletop Gaming

Stayin’ Alive in SPAAAAAACE: How to Survive

4:00pm - 4:55pm DLCC - 316

You may remember the Basics of Rocket Science panel last year, and if you want to learn more about space, I’m your cat! Join me to learn how we send people up into the black and bring them back safe and sound! This is an entry level science communication event suitable for enthusiasts and those curious about the topic. We’ll cover the history of life support in space as well as promising new technologies. Tags: Spec. Interest

Plushie Hospital

4:00pm - 6:00pm DLCC - 413-415

Plushie Hospital is a hands-on, interactive lesson where you can learn all about the care and repair of stuffed animals. The first hour of the panel is a lesson and Q+A, and the second hour is a hands-on workshop where you can practice the techniques that you learned about. All supplies are provided - you just need to bring a plushie friend to work on! Tags: Instructional, Art

Floor Wars Preliminaries

4:00pm - 6:00pm DLCC - 408-410

It's time for the Annual Floor Wars Prelims! If your team has signed up online, you must compete in the preliminaries in order to qualify for the main event. There are NO sign ups in-person. For group performances and pre-approved exceptions for the Fursuit Dance Competition, they will be covered in this event. Tags: Dance

Marching Band Rehearsal

4:00pm - 6:00pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Closed Rehearsal for the Fursuit Marching Band INFO: https://linktr.ee/FurryMusicProgram

Furry Classic Chain Reaction

4:00pm - 4:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

FURRY --> FANDOM --> GROUP --> TEAM --> GAME --> PLAY --> FUN Chain Reaction is the game show where one word leads to another! Players will work together to complete chains of words connected by word associations. Contestants will be randomly chosen from the audience. The winners will receive Amazon gift cards. (This panel will follow the format of the original "Chain Reaction" show from the 1980s, not the versions from the Game Show Network). Tags: Gameshow

"Who Are You?" - Characters

4:00pm - 4:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Some character spring to life your head (and then won't shut up about their story). Others have to be carefully crafted over time. Whether it's herd the cats of wild characters you have in mind or steadily coaxing their full story out, we'll talk about fleshing out your character through history, relationships, and how to make them feel realistic to your reader, relative to the story and world you're creating. Tags: Writing

Chester The Geroo In Concert: Classical Creatures

4:00pm - 5:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Chester drags his friends on stage in a music-packed cryptid concert of operatic arias! Chester is director and co-founder of HowlAria, a furry opera music and dance ensemble seen on Spain's Got Talent! Tags: Music

Escape Room ($)

4:00pm - 5:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Iggy's Game Show for Guinea Pigs

4:30pm - 5:25pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

A game show with a bunch of different games based in Iggy's irreverent style! Get a question correct, reveal pieces of a Rebus puzzle. Guess the puzzle to win! Tags: Gameshow

Home Automation but with Furries!

4:30pm - 5:25pm DLCC - 315

Meetup and talk about your Home Automation Projects, what crazy things did you automate! Tags: Spec. Interest

FurSign: Learn ASL

4:30pm - 5:25pm DLCC - 319-321

I would love to teach American Sign Language and Deaf culture. Learn how to befriend a Deaf Furry! :) Tags: Spec. Interest, Instructional

The Alkali/Boozy Comedy Hour

4:30pm - 5:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

A sentient glass of whiskey who dreamed it was a badger, and a magical top-hatted ferret whose actual fursona is an anthropomorphic megaphone, entertain you with some of the most hilarious and unhinged standup comedy in the entire Furry Fandom. Tags: Comedy

Furry Wipeout '88

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Wipeout is an exciting trivia game where players try to find the correct answers from a list of multiple answers, but watch out! If they find a wrong answer, their score will be wiped out! Players will be randomly chosen from the audience and receive Amazon gift cards as prizes. Tags: Gameshow

Authenticity and Freedom in Relationship

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 333

In this panel, we'll be challenging normative relationship paradigms and exploring healthier ways to approach various types of connection with others, centered around authenticity, internal coherence, and respect. The content will be relevant to all types of relationship dynamics, including non-monogamous and non-romantic ones. Topics may include communication, handling feelings and needs, expectations, and personal autonomy. Audience questions and input encouraged! Tags: Spec. Interest

Masked Acting Techniques in Fursona Portrayal

5:00pm - 6:25pm DLCC - 307

A BRIEF comparison of fursona portrayal to traditional forms of masked acting; followed by simple, practical, masked acting exercises in physical character development anyone can use to bring out and express their fursona more fully Tags: Performance, Instructional

Puppet Workshop: Rod Puppets

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Join us for a beginner level puppet fabrication workshop making simple MOTHMAN rod puppets! These fun critters will have a central rod and sliding control for flapping wings. The panel will have supplies for 35 participants, and supplies will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Participants must be comfortable working with scissors and hot glue, but no other experience is required! Young children must be accompanied by a helpful adult guardian for maximum fun. Once we've finished creating our new puppets we'll start to explore some performance and character basics! Our flock of MOTHMEN are welcome to join the Large Parade Puppet in the Fursuit Parade! Talk to the panel runner for more information! Tags: Puppetry

Uncle Kage's Story Hour

5:30pm - 6:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Convention Chairman, raconteur, and appreciator of fine wine, Uncle Kage, regales you with improbably but nonetheless true stories from his life and adventures. Tags: Comedy

Pass the Yen

5:30pm - 6:25pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Based on a short lived game show from 1978 on CBS, contestants face off against each other in this quick paced last man (or furry!) standing type game show to try to win great prizes! Tags: Gameshow

Escape Room ($)

5:30pm - 7:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Iggy's Improv Hour

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 319-321

A challenging hour of improv where Iggy tortures friends to do difficult and lesser known improv games, including long form improv. Tags: Gameshow, Comedy

Anthrocon Discord Server Meetup

6:00pm - 6:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Are you a member of the Anthrocon Discord Server, or would like to join? Come on by and meet some of the regular users and admins from the server! Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

My First TF

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 334

Furries can point to any number of influences that triggered their fascination with anthropomorphic animals and eventually led them to the furry community... For many, it was transformation, or “TF” for short: scenes and stories featuring people turning into animals, whether in animation (Pinocchio’s donkey TF), werewolf movies or books like the "Animorphs" series. This “imprinting” generally took place when they were young and particularly impressionable. At “My First TF,” Joe Strike, aka “Comus,” creator of the transformation-themed website “Circe’s Funhouse” [circesfunhouse.com] reveals how an obscure cartoon first sparked his interest in TF and eventually inspired him to create the Funhouse’s many attractions and characters. Attendees are welcome to share their own accounts of the very first scene or story that transformed them into TF fans; get ready for an amazing assortment of tales that made furries want to grow tails of their own! Tags: Spec. Interest

"Say It Out Loud" - Dialogue

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Everyone has a particular way of talking. Even characters from almost the exact same backgrounds may develop their own idioms, grammar patterns, and unique forms of dialogue. How a character talks can reveal so much about them, and we'll discuss how to structure everything from slice of life conversations to villainous monologues in your story. Tags: Writing

Pepper Coyote - LIVE Under the 3 Rivers

6:00pm - 7:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Can coyotes swim? Can they howl underwater? These questions will be answered when you attend this concert played by legendary furry musician - Pepper Coyote Tags: Music

Sea Critter Meetup

6:00pm - 6:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

This is a meetup for sea creatures of all shapes and sizes! Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry History

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 316

A brief tour of the history of the furry fandom. Or: how we went from a room party to the Guinness Book of World Records. Do you wonder where this all started and how? Here's an overview of how the fandom and cons such as Anthrocon came about. Tags: Fandom

Furry Press Your Luck

6:30pm - 7:50pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

The game of Big Bucks and No Whammies is back at Anthrocon! Join hosts Randy Ringtail and Sass as they give members of the audience a chance to take on the Whammy and win fantastic prizes! Tags: Gameshow

Pokémon Meet and Greet

6:30pm - 7:20pm DLCC - 403-405

Do you wanna catch ‘em all? Maybe battle, trade, or just Pokémon Snap some cute photos of your favorite Pokémon? Then this panel is for you! We’re looking to give a fun, safe, and all inclusive space for those who enjoy this wonderful hobby that has brought generations together for 30 years!! This is meant to be a space for you to converse and hang with your fellow Pokémon Fanatics! There will be a Fursuit Photo closer to the end of the panel! Tags: Meet & Greet

SFW Sketchbook Swap

6:30pm - 7:50pm DLCC - 413-415

Everyone brings their own sketchbook for others to draw in, you provide your own materials including ref sheets, sketchbook, your art medium. This is a SFW meaning no heavy gore or sexual content. If you have NSFW in your book you must cover it with something. Tags: Art, Social

Boarding - Friday Sightseeing Cruise

6:30pm - 7:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Are You Afured of The Dark?

6:30pm - 7:25pm DLCC - 315

Join us for a selection of Cryptid Stories and Scary Tales! Tags: Spec. Interest, Performance

The Relaxing J-Pop Oldies' Social Hour

6:30pm - 7:50pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Relax, kick back, and enjoy the sounds of old school music tracks from Japan during the late 20th century, to go along with some pretty awesome (and sometimes wacky) music videos as well! This is also an informative panel to show where music like this can still be bought legally as well. Tags: Spec. Interest

Taur/Chakat Meet & Greet

6:30pm - 7:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

Heya! Do you like taurs? Are you a taur yourself? Come join us, chat and hang out with like-minded folks who don't mind being the centaur of attention every now and again! Tags: Meet & Greet

Art Doll Enthusiasts

6:30pm - 7:25pm DLCC - 401-402

Art dolls are a new segment of the fandom. Join an enthusiastic group of creators, collectors and the curious to share recent acquisitions, creations and learn about what people are making and doing. Feel free to bring along your own work, or any new friend you have collected! All are welcome. Tags: Spec. Interest

Asexual and Aromantic Meetup

6:30pm - 7:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Casual meet and greet for anyone on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrums Tags: Meet & Greet

Chasing Weather Balloons

6:45pm - 7:45pm DLCC - Roof

Panel Meets near the Elevator, across the DLCC 3rd floor Skybridge near Art Show and will move to the roof from there. Like a scavenger hunt? How about from the edge of space? Twice a day, weather balloons rise high into the atmosphere before bursting and drifting back to Earth. Most people never notice—but the data they collect is critical to the forecasts we rely on every day. Some of us go find them. This panel is your introduction to the world of weather balloon chasing: what these balloons are, why they’re launched, and how they quietly power modern weather prediction. We’ll show you how to track them in real time using radio signals and GPS data, predict where they’ll land, and what it takes to actually recover one on the ground. Along the way, we’ll break down the radiosondes they carry and the data they transmit from high above. To bring it all together, we’ll track a live launch from the Pittsburgh National Weather Service and walk through the process step by step. Part science, part radio, part scavenger hunt—come see what’s falling out of the sky, and how to go get it. Tags: Spec. Interest, Meet & Greet, Social

Albedo: Platinum Catalyst

7:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Fayette

The tabletop game inspired by and dedicated to the epic, soft-core sci-fi militaristic comic universe created by Steve Gallacci, which was actually a major influence in the initial coming-together of the Furry Fandom! Does your unit have the wit, grit and spit in order to overcome the invading Independent Lapine Republic forces that have come with xenocentric means of universal domination? Tags: Social, Tabletop Gaming, Instructional

Inanimate Transformation

7:00pm - 8:00pm DLCC - 334

A Look at Statues, Pool Toys, Plushies, and More While human to animal transformation is common in stories, human to objects are much more rare. Often they fall down the path of nightmare horror fuel or comedic gag. However, in the furry fandom there has been a new wave of inanimate TF in the form of pool toys, plushie, and living fursuits. Join us for a look at the history of inanimate transformation including: Medusa, Lot’s Wife, I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream, Twilight Zone, Turbo Teen, Beauty and the Beast, Gleipnir, Pickle Rick, Reborn as a Vending Machine, furry pool toys, and of course all those wacky kids' commercials from the 1990s to 2000s. What are the psychology, themes, and messages of such works and where can such stories take us? Tags: Spec. Interest

"What Are You Doing? - Description & Scene

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 310-311

With a world populated with vibrant characters, how you tell the story can be almost more important than the core story itself. At the heart of writing is finding the right expression for the action in your story, and we'll discuss how to find the rhythms, word choices, and scene structures to best make your moments come alive for your readers. Tags: Writing

K-Nyne’s Dance Battling 101

7:00pm - 8:20pm DLCC - 408-410

ver been curious to know more about what dance battles are all about? Have you ever wondered about what to do when you’re on the big stage? Let this be the gateway for knowledge! This workshop is taught by K-Nyne , one of the members of the AC 2023 Floor Wars' winning team: FF 15 Tags: Dance

AC 2026 Meet & Beak

7:00pm - 7:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

CALLING ALL AVIANS AND AVIAN ADJACENT!!! The egret has come down once again to stick a wing out as a warm welcome to the annual avian meetup! Bring your birds, as birds of a feather flock together UvU Tags: Meet & Greet

Escape Room ($)

7:00pm - 8:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Fursuit Maker Meet and Greet

7:00pm - 7:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Do you make fursuits? Whether you make suits for yourself or make fursuits professionally, come meet up with other fursuit makers! Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

Friday Sightseeing Cruise

7:00pm - 8:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

7:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Armstrong

GGST Tournament Check In

7:00pm - 8:00pm Westin - Washington

Registration is at https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/ Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

Rodent Meet & Greet

7:30pm - 8:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Do you skitter and scurry around? Do you have the cutest incisors? Then the rodent meet-and-greet is for you! Come meet your fellow rodents, talk about your characters, and hopefully meet new friends. Group photo at the end and rodent lovers and sister species are welcome. Tags: Meet & Greet

Puppet Workshop: Parade Puppet

7:30pm - 10:30pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Join us for an advanced puppet fabrication workshop making a giant parade puppet! This large group puppet will be performed in the Fursuit Parade on Saturday! Participants will be expected to know how to use scissors and hot glue guns. Join us to learn how to pattern and construct a puppet at a LARGE scale. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills, experiment with a large artform, and meet fellow puppetry enthusiasts. If you’re interested in puppeteering for the parade please come help us build! Once we’ve finished building the puppet we’ll take it for a spin at the dance! Tags: Puppetry

Data Structures and Algorithms

7:30pm - 8:25pm DLCC - 316

Welcome to Data Structures and Algorithms: Crawlers Crypto nCurses! Join us to byte, hash, and hex through some furry computer science puns! Beware of bugs, ciphers, and data decay... Tags: Spec. Interest

Friendly Feline Furry Fiasco

7:30pm - 8:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

This is the place for all the cool cats to come and hang out! Get to know your fellow felines, and have fun! Feel free to bring your own cat toys, or just come to hang out! Not a cat? Come and learn more about us kitties in a roundtable style discussion! All felines, big or small, are welcome to join in the fun, and non-felines are welcome to ask all the questions they like about us, especially if they bring us treats! Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry Jury

7:30pm - 9:20pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Real lawyers, a ferret judge, and a furrified case! Join Boozy, Buddy, and the Honorable Alkali Bismuth for a mock trial performance where things may get strange, they may get funny, and they'll always be barely legal at best! Tags: Performance, Comedy, Charity

Designing Fantasy Furry Arms and Armor

7:30pm - 8:25pm DLCC - 333

This panel will teach you about arms and armor in reality and fantasy, and leave you with a foundation for understanding how to better design armor and equipment for your own personal furry fantasy setting. Tags: Art, Instructional

"Handle with Care" - Dark & Difficult Topics

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Not everything in writing is sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes a story requires delving into the things we'd rather not. This panel will look at some of them, and discuss how to deal with them respectfully. Tags: Writing

Busts and Butts: Fursuit Padding!

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 335

Animal shapes, Gender shapes, Sewn-in padding, and Juicy haunches! This panel is all the tips and tricks you’ll need to get that perfect fursuit padding shape! Come ask questions, look at WIPs, and learn the step-by-step of fursuit padding construction. Tags: Fursuiting, Instructional

Intro to Songwriting

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 315

Whether you need help writing your first song, or you just want ideas to keep your music going, let's talk songwriting! Tags: Performance, Instructional

Guilty Gear -Strive- Tournament ($)

8:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #5 is Guilty Gear -Strive-! Can you find the beauty in the beasts to bring home the championship? Entry Fee: $10 charitable donation Prizes for the top 3 places All players are guaranteed two matches, now with pool play to make sure your convention time is respected! Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/guilty-gear-strive (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) All events will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Charity, Video Gaming

Trans Furs AD

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Are you trans and enjoy 18+ activities? This is the panel for you. Come talk with us about what it’s like after post-op surgeries, and how to go about after dark activities! No nudity shown, but ID is required. Tags: Spec. Interest

Intro to Paganism (for Furries)!

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 307

Ever wondered where our reverence of animals & respect for nature comes from? Curious about the curios? Back for a third year in a row, come learn all about ancient religions of antiquity & beyond, how they’re practiced in modernity & how you can customize your own spiritual work. Whether a full-on spiritualist or just starting to dip your toes in, all are welcome to learn! Tags: Spec. Interest

PRKC Hosts: Petplay Mosh

8:00pm - 9:30pm DLCC - 403-405

Now’s your chance to gear up and paw-ty like a rockstar with other Anthrocon PetPlayers! A Mosh is a PetPlay event set up like a classic dog park, with toys to play with and mats to roll around on! The difference in a Primrose Kennel Club (PRKC) hosted Mosh and many regular Moshes, is in the *Foundation of Consideration!* For starters, we “Consider All Types of Pets at PRKC”- including toys for all manner of animals, a divided “soft” and “rough” Play space, and a wristband “play consent” system for Pets to wear during play. PRKC Moshes also provide roll-room, knee-cushions, and easier-to-grab toys for Wheelchair-Bound Pets. Prim instructs hearing-impaired-friendly “Paw Signals” with Pets and Handlers before and during the Mosh to ensure communication happens in and out of Headspace. At a PRKC Mosh, we constantly monitor our players to ensure they are respecting others’ consent and boundaries, as well as their health and safety. We’re not afraid to put you in the Dog House (and/or report you to Security) for being disrespectful, inappropriate, or making others uncomfortable. Remember: Kink and Fetish Events ≠ Sexual Consent, so please do not attend with the intent of “meeting a hookup.” Don’t be shy, come out and play! We can’t wait to meet you! Tags: Spec. Interest

Transformation (TF) Meet and Greet

8:00pm - 8:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Curious about transformation and the TF Fandom more broadly? Well-established and wanting to meet old or new TF friends? Head on down to the TF Meet and Greet to meet like-minded transformation fans and chat with people who share your unique sub-interest(s), or bounce between different groups and get exposed to some fresh new ideas! TF triggers may or may not be included with the panel. Tags: Meet & Greet

I Am Not Dead Yet

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 401-402

Grey Muzzle Nostalgia at its finest! Come reminisce about the ""Olden Days"" of Furry Fandom. We'll chat about Mucks, 'Zines, Art, Conventions and the murky, early days of the Internet. So fire up your 20-pound laptop and bring a fistful of old Furry 'Zines. We'll have fun remembering together! You don't have to be a Grey Muzzle to attend. Rated 18+ for mature content Tags: Spec. Interest, Fandom

Dragon Meet

8:00pm - 8:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

A place for dragons or dragon appreciators to come and mingle and meet one another. Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

Furry Found Footage

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Furry Found Footage is a featureless amalgamation of ancient VHS tapes, featuring forgotten cartoons, unseen movies, and old furry con footage, all spliced together to make you laugh, cry, and appreciate the un-famous. Tags: Fandom

Firr (Friday Nightly Dance)

8:30pm - 9:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday 8:30pm to 9:30pm DJ: Firr Genre: Firr ;) Tags: Nightly Dance

Rad Asian Furry Meet and Greet

8:30pm - 9:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Are you Asian? Or you think you are one? Or you want to get to make more Asian friends? Then come join us for our Asian furry meet and greet! Come connect with fellow Asian furries, explore Asian furry cultures, discover the all the weird Asian secrets, and most importantly have an absolute blast and fun time at Anthrocon! Tags: Meet & Greet

Werewolves, Shapeshifters & Animal Transformation

8:30pm - 9:25pm DLCC - 334

From the Epic of Gilgamesh to Turning Red, tales of humans turning into animals have become part of our shared cultural heritage. Join us as we look at shapeshifters from different cultures like the more familiar werewolves, kitsune, tanuki, and selkie to the lesser-known ones like the bouda, adze, tikbalang, and kushtaka. How Dracula and Hollywood reshaped our perspective of werewolves. And the common tropes and narrative structures across these tales from old folklore to modern movies. Christian werewolves, Animorphs, transformation webcomics, the TF community, and more! Also a sneak preview of our new comic series Shifter School! Tags: Spec. Interest

Ten Furward

8:30pm - 9:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

Do you partake in endless discussions about the best series, movie, captain? Philosophical debates about post-scarcity queer space utopia over root beer? Perhaps your fursona is a Caitian, Gorn, Aurelian? Or all that sounds like Klingon but you're intrigued? Everyone's welcome to beam up to this all-Trek meetup! Tags: Meet & Greet

Webcomic Meetup

8:30pm - 9:20pm DLCC - 413-415

A chance for fellow webcomic creators and readers to meet up in one place! Creators are encouraged to bring their comics. Tags: Social, Meet & Greet, Art

Escape Room ($)

8:30pm - 10:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Asexual Furs in Sexual Spaces: 18+ Meet and Greet

9:00pm - 9:55pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

"Come share your experiences of being Asexual in one of the most sexual fandoms! Whether you're into art, murrsuiting, or underwear parties, we want to hear about how you enjoy sexuality as an ace-spectrum person. This panel is hosted and geared towards grey-aces, but everyone is welcome to join, whether you're allo, ace, or still figuring it out." Tags: Spec. Interest

BDSM 101: A Crash Course

9:00pm - 10:20pm DLCC - 401-402

Curious about BDSM but are unsure how to safely participate? Don't know what those fancy terms mean? Just have some questions? Come by for quick lesson in the basics and chat! Tags: Instructional, Spec. Interest

Adult Furry Fiction Showcase

9:00pm - 9:55pm DLCC - 310-311

A panel for adult furry readers who are looking for something a bit more spicy! Come watch a dog who reads way too many books tell you about the hottest furry fiction of the year. I'll give you the resources you need to get your paws on great adult furry stories from great adult furry writers. You might even leave with a free book! Must be over 18, or over the legal age in country of citizenship. IDs and badges will be checked at the door. Tags: Writing

Tail Lover Meet and Greet

9:00pm - 9:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Do you love tails? Do you love them too much? Do you think having a tail would feel good? Do you think they look amazing? Does your fursuit have a HUGE tail? Come on down and meet other like-minded tail lovers at this meet and greet! If you went to the tail panel last year, there will be no presentation this year or audience coming up to express why they love tails, this time it is a simple meet and greet, come down and mingle, and maybe show off your massive fursuit tail! To help facilitate this, I may also provide talking points to everyone to discuss with fellow tail lovers, and facilitate group photos for fursuit tails! Paws? Maws? Ears? Wings? None of those are nearly as good as the amazingness of a big tail! Tags: Meet & Greet

Fruit Bucket Dance Battle

9:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - 408-410

Come hang out and groove with the revival of a fursuit-exclusive dance battle, Fruit Bucket! A bracket of dancers, determined through a brief prelim, will battle to a series of different songs to determine the winner of our special prize! Tags: Dance

Artists and Dealers Reception

9:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - Art Show

(By invitation only) Meet and socialize with artists, dealers, guests, supersponsors and staff. Tags: Con Event

Lighting For Latex Photography

9:00pm - 10:20pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Are your rubber photos lacking shine and polish? Want to add a certain sparkle to your pics? Lighting is the key! Learn from goopy rubber dog and professional photographer Rubber Skulldog how to set up your lights and use your environment to add definition and pizazz to your pictures and videos Tags: Spec. Interest

Cadaver's Live Painting Demo

9:00pm - 10:20pm DLCC - 333

Come watch Cadaver as they demonstrate their painting process. They will talk through the process of putting paint to canvas. You are encouraged to ask questions and make comments throughout the panel. Bring your own sketchbook or tablet and create alongside them! Tags: Art, Instructional

Swedish Dog Mafia (Friday Nightly Dance)

9:30pm - 10:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday 9:30pm to 10:30pm DJ: Swedish Dog Mafia (Oddy, DJ rK & Veyote) Genre: bass house, breaks, mashups Tags: Nightly Dance

Stellaris: Furry Automated Luxury Gay Space Comm.

9:30pm - 10:20pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Map gamers unite! Come learn the basics of the most accessible Paradox map-painter and sci-fi multiplayer 4X roleplaying game. We break down the game's systems and how to dip your toes in them to create the space-faring furry empire of your dreams (or nightmares). No experience required; only interest in SPAAACE! Tags: Meet & Greet

Zoids Fan Meet

9:30pm - 10:20pm DLCC - 413-415

Do giant robot animals sound cool to you? Come chill with us! Meet up with other Zoids fans to discuss the past, present, and future of our beloved animal mechas. Join our Telegram: ZoidsFans Tags: Meet & Greet

Adult Writing, General

10:00pm - 10:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Our annual open discussion about writing adult and erotic content. This panel will cover the basics and some of the intricacies of adult writing such as word choice, pacing, and where the adult material fits in your larger work. We'll also look at making your adult work enticing to the reader and just how enticing it should be based on the purpose of your story. Must be over 18, or over the legal age in country of citizenship. IDs and badges will be checked at the door. Tags: Writing

Pony Play 101 & Meetup

10:00pm - 10:55pm DLCC - 403-405

Puppies aren't the only kinky animal out there! Ever wanted to feel the tug on your bridle? Or maybe have a pretty harnessed pony at your beck and call? Join Pony Freyja, the 2026 North American Pony title holder, to learn some of the basics about pony play and meet some of your fellow horse-curious! We'll be discussing all sorts of fun activities to get up to both as a pony and a handler, showing some gear, and teaching the basics of being on either end of the reins, including how to adapt for accessibility. Come find your herd! Tags: Spec. Interest

Werewolf

10:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Sovereign Eclipse

10:00pm - 1:00am Westin - Fayette

Play Royalty CG!

10:00pm - 2:00am Westin - Armstrong

Royalty CG is a party trading card game for 2-6 players. Each game lasts about 10 minutes per player. Every unique match is filled with laughs, tricky mind games, and tones of fun strategies. You can even get your own custom card and be in the game! So you just might see some familiar faces and friends of your own as you play! Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

DJ Woozie (Friday Nightly Dance)

10:30pm - 11:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday 10:30pm to 11:30pm DJs: DJ Woozie Genre: jersey club, hip hop Tags: Nightly Dance

Vore Furs Meat & Eat (18+)

10:30pm - 11:20pm DLCC - 401-402

Hungry for a good time? Join your fellow vore furs at Anthrocon for a mouth watering-time as we meet about what we all enjoy: Being in bellies and having other be in our bellies! Whether you're someone who's got a seasoned palate or you're curious and looking for a new taste to try, all are welcome! Social badges for "Pred," "Prey," "Switches," and "Belly Lovers" will be distributed for free while supplies last! Tags: Spec. Interest

The Original Whose Lion Is It Anyway?

10:30pm - 12:00am Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Based off the popular TV show “Whose Line is it Anyway,” this is everyone’s chance to get up on stage and improvise with their fellow furs! A completely interactive panel, Whose Lion will feature such games as: Questions Only, Who’s Line, Party Quirks, and even World’s Worst. Hosted by Alkali, this panel is sure to be a good time for all; so come on out, get up on stage, and show everyone how quick your wit is. Panel is 18+, and may not be suitable for minors. People with a heart condition should not have a heart attack during this panel as we will think you are acting. Panel has been known to cause uproarious laughter, fits of giggling, and diarrhea. See you there! Tags: Performance, Comedy

Adult Writing, Kink

11:00pm - 11:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Writing adult fiction is not always as simple as the standard expectations. In our community, there are plenty of strange desires that can be encountered. Discovering the secrets of such kinks in writing can be rewarding artistically and financially and downright fun, but there are always challenges. Join us for an open discussion of the odder side of adult writing. Must be over 18, or over the legal age in country of citizenship. IDs and badges will be checked at the door. Tags: Writing

Transformation After Dark

11:00pm - 11:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Come on down to a panel centred around the concept of transformation, specifically from an adult perspective! This panel focuses on the concept of transformation, mainly in the niche of the furry community, and what the theme of transformation and interest in it means as it relates to its fans. Our convo will delve into a few specific topics before taking some audience Q&As! Tags: Spec. Interest

For the Hive : Drones and Hives in the Furry space

11:30pm - 12:20am DLCC - 403-405

"LOGIN | SYNC-UP | CONNECT Are you curious what it is like to surrender control to a collective, or what it is like to exist as an asset rather than individual? Then please come, learn from us and others as we discuss the dynamics of Hive existence. Drone-curious or fully integrated. All are welcome! The temporary hive is gathering point for the engineered, the augmented, and the constructed. Whether you run on nanite-streams, scaled bioframes, soft-fur chassis, fully digital architecture, or curious and looking in at the edges, come and meet other like-minded beings. And don't worry, the temp-hive's firewalls are hardened to repel even the most persistent rogue code. Join us, for the Hive! Tags: Spec. Interest

neokai (Friday Nightly Dance)

11:30pm - 12:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday 11:30pm to Saturday Morning 12:30am DJ: neokai Genre: future bass, trap, 140 Tags: Nightly Dance

Fatfur Roundup (18+)

11:30pm - 12:20am DLCC - 401-402

Welcome to the roundup! This is primarily a fatfur/inflation enthusiast meetup, so don't be shy and come say hi to some of our largest furs out there! We intend for this to be a very body positive space, so feel free to stop by and say hi! Tags: Meet & Greet

Saturday, July 04, 2026

163 events

Blood on the Clocktower

12:00am - 2:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Pepper Coyote - After Dark (With swears)

12:30am - 2:00am Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

RUDE MUSIC? Indeed. Dive in to the musical stylings of the fandom's premier songwriter, Pepper Coyote. He'll sing, he'll dance, he'll be catching underpants as he sings at least one song about a horse. Tags: Music

Ezo (Friday Nightly Dance)

12:30am - 1:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday (Saturday Morning) 12:30am to 1:30am DJ: Ezo Genre: hard techno Tags: Nightly Dance

NSFW (18+) Sketchbook Swap

12:30am - 1:50am DLCC - 403-405

This is a NSFW sketchbook swap so it’ll be 18+ only, no minors. This is a panel to get art of your characters drawn by others. You must provide your own materials, including character references, sketchbook, and your art medium of your choice. SCHEDULE CHANGE: Friday night (aka Saturday morning) 12:30am-1:50am in DLCC 403-405 for bigger space Tags: Art, Social

Midnight City (Friday Nightly Dance)

1:30am - 2:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Friday (Saturday Morning) 1:30am to 2:30am DJ: Midnight City Genre: neurofunk, dancefloor drum & bass Tags: Nightly Dance

DLCC - Rooftop Hours

9:00am - 11:00pm DLCC - Roof

The DLCC Rooftop closes to attendees at 11pm sharp. Attendees must leave the rooftop and overlooks by that time.

Convention Center Access Hours

9:00am - 2:30am Pittsburgh, PA, USA

The Hours that the David L. Lawrence Convention Center will be accessible by members of the public.

CANCELED - Fursuit Parade Sign Ups

9:00am - 12:00pm DLCC - 309 - "Convention Operations"

Fursuit Parade Canceled due to excessive heat Tags: Fursuiting

Quiet Room

9:00am - 1:00am DLCC - 314 -“Quiet Room”

A lower stimulation space for our attendees in need. Please contact our Accessibility Team in DLCC-309 Con Ops with any questions.

Super Sonic Meetup

9:30am - 10:20am Hall C - "AREA A"

Let’s blast through with Sonic Speed, Anthrocon! This meetup is all about Sonic the Hedgehog and the super speedy SEGA franchise that more than likely made you a furry! This panel will feature a little trivia section for prizes, artists showcasing their Sonic fanart, and a chance to discuss and share what the blue blur and his friends means to you! And if you have Sonic Rumble, we’ll have a little group to get together to play and compete to the top! Let’s juice and jam and roll around Anthrocon at the speed of sound together! (Chili dogs not provided) Tags: Meet & Greet

Building Your Local Community with LancastFUR

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 307

Tutorial on how furries can plan and execute meets in their local areas. This panel is also a good opportunity for local furs to meet each other, hang out and become part of our local community. Tags: Fandom, Social

DJ'ing Dance Battles 101

9:30am - 10:50am DLCC - 408-410

Ever wondered what goes on behind the decks to make fandom battle events like Floor Wars and Battle Zoo happen? Come find out! This workshop is taught by Melon, one of the members of the AC 2025 Floor Wars' winning team: Kingdom Arts Crew. Tags: Dance, Music

Confessions of a Greymuzzle

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 316

“Furry has no official birthday,” says Joe Strike, author of Furry Nation: The True Story of America’s Most Misunderstood Subculture, and Furry Planet: A World Gone Wild. “But it was most likely born at mid-1980s sci-fi conventions when fans of anthropomorphic animals gathered after hours to share furry art and talk about their favorite cartoons. “I wasn’t present at furry’s creation, but I discovered it on “day three” as it were. Actually, furry discovered me in 1988 when I received a surprise invitation to the very first east coast furry party at a Philadelphia sci-fi convention. “In the decades since I’ve watched furry grow from a few hundred in the US to a global phenomenon; furry conventions now take place in numerous countries, attracting thousands of people across the planet—and most of them, like myself were already fascinated with anthro animals before discovering they were part of a worldwide community!” "Confessions of a Greymuzzle" (a term used to describe older furs) takes a wide-ranging look at furry’s history, including: - How it all began: the forgotten “funny animal” comic books that inspired the first furry artists; - Invasion of the fursuiters - The media take notice (for better—but mostly for worse) - Respectability: just around the corner—maybe? Tags: Fandom

Remembering “Anthrocoon” (Bob Nelson)

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 335

We will honor and pay tribute to a “FURst Fandom” Furry who loved Anthrocon and attended each year from its humble beginnings in Albany, NY 1997 to his last Anthrocon in 2024 - a few months before he suffered a heart attack which led to his untimely death on January 4th, 2025 at age 62. He loved Anthrocon and Pittsburgh so much, Bob’s fursona name reflected his dual love for Raccoons and this con. Bob was featured in Joe Strike’s book “FURRY NATION,” hosted panels at Anthrocon and various Northeast U.S. furry conventions. Bob “Anthrocoon” hosted the “Classic Cartoons” panel at AC for many years, and co-hosted other panels focused on Greymuzzles and Disney’s Zootopia. We will honor “Anthrocoon” with photos, videos and guest interaction. Anyone who knew Bob is welcome to attend and say a few words. If it wasn’t for “Anthrocoon” - I wouldn’t had attended Anthrocon 2024 “AnthroCoaster”. This is my tribute to an amazing Friend and Furry. Tags: Spec. Interest

Early Morning Sightings

9:30am - 10:20am Hall C - "AREA C"

Elusive Cryptid Creatures and Critters have been spotted, emerging at dawn and wandering about. They have been drawn out of their slumbers by the scent of hot morning beverages, alarm clocks, and the sounds of silence in the halls. Come join fellow early risers for this fursuit meetup! Bring your bathrobes, oversized coffee mugs, newspapers, energy for stretching, and cartoonishly sleepy behavior. Tags: Meet & Greet

Betrayal At House on the Hill Boardgame

10:00am - 2:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

What was that? Was it a ghost? A werewolf? An interdemensional being? Oh it was your friend. Or are they anymore? Maybe they are the monster. Or maybe they control it. Join us as we explore a mansion so scary even the ghosts want out. I mean..a totally relaxing place where the rooms certainly maintain order and you won't have to defend yourself from anything at all. That sound definitely wasn't the door locking you all in. Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Social, Instructional

Don’t Panic! How to Save Your Costume (and Sanity)

10:00am - 11:20am DLCC - 333

My business partner and I are experienced costume makers with a strong foundation in costume design and wearable technology. Both of us hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Costume Design and Technology, with a focus on construction methods, materials, and ensuring costumes are both safe and comfortable. I, Lupus Wolf, am currently getting a MFA in Costume Technology. Together, we bring years of hands-on experience, one has been building costumes since 2018, and the other since 2021, with particular attention to material testing, mobility, and durability. As the founders of Wear-Wolves, we specialize in custom fursuits, puppets, and foam-based builds. Through our projects, we’ve gained valuable insight into how materials and costumes perform in busy convention settings, and how to combine different materials from various creative communities into unique solutions for costume builds. We love to give back to the maker community by sharing lessons learned and troubleshooting techniques through panels, workshops, and online conversations, aiming to make things easier for new makers by sharing what we wish we’d known at the beginning. Tags: Instructional, Art, Fursuiting

Let's $ew: Nub Tails

10:00am - 11:20am DLCC - 401-402

Come join the nub club! This paid beginner friendly sewing panel will provide all materials and tools needed to create a fursuit grade nub tail. Go to https://www.snep.works/panels/nubac to sign up! $45, tax included, includes a take home sewing kit Tags: Fursuiting, Instructional

PupCup Boba Yearbook Style Photo Shoot

10:00am - 2:00pm DLCC - 331

Free yearbook-style photos provided by the creators of Pittsburgh’s first (work-in-progress) furry boba/bakery shop. Just two best friends trying to build their dream in the culinary industry, and need the input of the community. We want to set up a free photoshoot for anyone and everyone interested in a yearbook-style photo. In return, we ask that anyone who is interested in participating in a survey to help us find our demographic and see what the community wants. Everyone is invited and welcomed, from friends to family, solo to groups, etc. Props are allowed in the photos (as long as they follow the rules and guides of the convention) Come and join, and thank you for being a part of this experience with us. Can't wait to see you there! NOTE: This event is not directly affiliated with Anthrocon, but rather a submitted event like most panels. Tags: Spec. Interest

Self Publishing & Marketing Literary Work

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 310-311

New friends! Are you interested in learning the basics to publishing your own book? What about marketing it? If so, you've come to the right place! In this panel I will be giving a rundown on the pros and cons of self-publishing, the steps in self-publishing, marketing your work, getting your work into bookstores, and more! I will be answering your questions at the end as well! Tags: Writing

Charlotte's Carrot Chaos

10:00am - 1:00pm Westin - Cambria

The carrots in guinea pig librarian Charlotte Fezziwig's garden have all come to life! Charlotte has no idea who did this, but obviously they must be a very powerful spellcaster. Help her track them down in this D&D 5e game for 4-6 adventurers playing level 3 characters. Character sheets will be provided, and players will have multiple options to choose between! This game is beginner-friendly and you don't need any prior D&D experience to join. (4-6 players, contact raefischmac@gmail.com if you have questions) Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Iggy's Pyramid

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 319-321

The game of secret categories of words! One player on your team will describe each item in a list of related items in categories by Iggy's team of fabulous writers consisting of Iggy. Get your teammate to guess each item to earn points. The team with the most gets to play the bonus game! Featuring special celebrity guests Photographotter & Firr! Tags: Gameshow

Win, Lose or Draw Charity Edition

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Calling all quick thinkers, fast sketchers, and loud guessers! Win, Lose, or Draw: Charity Edition brings two teams of three head-to-head in a whirlwind of silly drawings, frantic guessing, and audience surprises. Think classic game show energy—with con-style fun and furry chaos sprinkled in. Every right guess boosts the con's charity total, so come help us break our previous record! No talent? No problem. We celebrate glorious scribbles here. Tags: Gameshow, Charity

Westin - Gaming Room Hours

10:00am - 2:00am Westin - Cambria

These hours are hours of operation for all gaming spaces in the Westin hotel, 2nd floor.

Beastcub Suiters Meet

10:00am - 10:50am Hall C - "AREA B"

Do you own or know anyone who owns a Beastcub suit? Come together for a fursuit family meetup and photo! Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry Choir OPEN Rehearsal

10:00am - 12:30pm DLCC - 403-405

Come one come all to Anthrocon Furry Choir rehearsal! You don't need to read music, you don't need to be a ""good singer"", and we want YOU. There will be a performance of 3-4 songs later in the day, time and place TBA. Sheet music available here: https://tinyurl.com/mvpa6wfs Tags: Performance, Music

Anthrocon Tonight Tech Rehearsal (Closed)

10:00am - 12:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

This is intake and technical rehearsal for the Anthrocon Tonight talent show. ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED MAY BE PRESENT.

Registration Hours

10:00am - 6:00pm "Registration" - DLCC - Hall D

Curses to Cures: History of Public Health

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 334

Disease has always felt like something other — a curse, a creature, a cryptic punishment from forces beyond our control. This panel explores how that ancient fear slowly transformed into something powerful: the idea that sickness is not fate, but a problem communities can solve together. It's a history full of monsters, mistakes, and hard-won miracles. Tags: Spec. Interest

Escape Room ($)

10:00am - 11:30am DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Dealers Room & Con Store Hours

10:00am - 6:00pm Dealers Room - DLCC - Hall A-B

The Dealers Room will open to Ultrasponsors and Supersponsors at 9:50am. All other badge levels will be able to enter at 10:00am

Art Show Hours

10:00am - 6:00pm DLCC - Art Show

VA Benefits For You and Your Families

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

In this interactive panel we will go over the different benefits that the VA offers to veterans, spouses, and their families and how to properly apply for them. Tags: Spec. Interest

Free Miniature/DND Paint & Take!

10:00am - 2:00am Westin - Lawrence

Provided by Chronicle RPGs & Zenith's Outer Reach; Come paint with us! Whether you're a complete beginner or an established maestro, join us for a free miniature and all supplies provided. Take part for as long as you like with drop-in tables commencing from 10AM! Scan the QR code to preview the Zenith's Outer Reach Kickstarter, or copy the link here: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/f895d526-7872-41e5-94c1-a010a6ec5898/landing?preview_mode=true Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Cackle Of Yeens

10:00am - 10:50am Hall C - "AREA D"

A Meet and Greet for everyone in the Hyaenidae Family! From Spotted Hyenas, Striped Hyenas, Brown Hyenas and Aardwolfs. Come by to meet, chat, and become friends with these wonderful creatures in the fandom! Suiters and Nonsuiters are welcome as well as other species! Tags: Meet & Greet

Cancelled - New Directions in Queer/Trans Furry

10:00am - 11:20am DLCC - 315

This event withdrawn at the request of the panelist. Curious about the state of contemporary furry scholarship? Join us as our panelists discuss some of the cutting-edge research being done by queer and trans furries across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Featuring presentations by Hazel Ali Zaman-Gonzalez, PhD, MEd (Pacific Lutheran University), Juniper Clark (University of Pennsylvania), Atmus (Artist-in-Residence, Bunker Projects), and Spaxe Austral (Monash University), this panel engages academic and artistic work that thinks critically about the place of queerness and transness amidst the exciting, emergent, and undomesticated disciplinary constellation that is becoming "furry studies." Topics will include trans studies, social science, gender/sexuality studies, game studies, photography, performance studies, race and ethnicity studies, sound studies, animal studies, and more! Audience Q&A and discussion will follow the individual talks.h Tags: Fandom, Spec. Interest

STI Testing by Central Outreach

10:00am - 6:00pm DLCC - 332 "STI Testing"

Central Outreach providing STI testing

Tiktok/Short Form Content Furs Meetup

10:30am - 11:20am Hall C - "AREA C"

From the FYP to AC, come Meetup with fellow TikTok and short form content creators and enjoyers! Make fun videos, collaborate with fellow furs, share ideas and tips on video making and more! Tags: Meet & Greet

The Bark Park

10:30am - 11:20am Hall C - "AREA A"

Large meetup panel for all canines and canine enjoyers to be social and play games Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry Streamer Support

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 316

Got your streams going but not sure where to go now or how to brand yourself? Curious about how that redeem got done? Is a PNG, 2D or 3D VTuber a good fit for your channel? Too many scam bots? Just have a question about streaming in the furry space? We got you covered! Our goal in this panel is to share our experiences on Twitch to make streaming less daunting and more fun! Please bring questions, we’re your Furry Stream Support! Tags: Instructional, Art, Performance

Railfurs Meet & Greet

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - Roof

Meet your fellow rail transport enthusiasts and perhaps watch a few trains as they pass by the DLCC on the Norfolk Southern Pittsburgh Line. Cameras and scanners encouraged! Tags: Spec. Interest, Social

"Dragons, Cryptids, and Dinos, OH MY!"

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 307

Learn how to craft vibrant, exotic creature characters for your stories and artwork by studying zoology, paleontology, folklore, history, and a menagerie of other authors’ work. We will also dissect a dragon—from inspiration, to designing, to writing his story and crafting a maquette for drawing. A Q & A session will follow. Tags: Writing, Art

Christian Furs

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 334

The annual ecumenical gathering of furry Christians once again comes to Pittsburgh. Are you a Christian in the fandom or just curious about Christian Furs? Come along and pull up a seat for talks, songs and fellowship with Brother Giles and regular guests. Tags: Spec. Interest, Social

Iggy's Super Password Plus

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 319-321

Iggy's classic game of secret words! Each round has 5 passwords you give 1 word clues to your partner. All five passwords in a round are clues towards a riddle. Guess the riddle, win the round! Tags: Gameshow

DDR World Tournament Check In

11:00am - 12:00pm Westin - Westmoreland

Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

How To Make Film Emulsion and Suck At It

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 335

Do you like film photography? Ever wonder how film is made? Ever wonder if you can make your own film? This panel is for you! Tags: Instructional, Spec. Interest

Beta Reading & Critique

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 310-311

At some point in our writing journy, we have to show our work to others, or look at someone else's work to offer feedback. So what do we say? How do we help make a story the best it can be? This panel will help guide you through working with others stories. Tags: Writing

Backstage Tour

11:00am - 12:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Join us for an in-depth backstage tour of everything that makes A/V work at Anthrocon. Learn about our sound system, audio consoles, lighting fixtures, consoles, truss and rigging, video cameras, broadcast switching gear, streaming infrastructure, and so much more. Stay for a Q&A session with skilled A/V staff that volunteer their time to make Anthrocon's panels, concerts, dances, and competitions look more amazing each year. Tags: Instructional, Spec. Interest

Fursuiting 101: The Basics, with Sylox

11:00am - 12:20pm DLCC - 408-410

Ever wanted to fursuit but don't know how? Now you can! Join Sylox in this informative and somewhat hilarious panel as he goes over the basics of fursuiting: - Commissioning a fursuit - Making the DTD - Fursuit maintenance - Health & safety - Public fursuiting - Performance Anything and everything else!!! Tags: Fursuiting

TF or Pass

11:30am - 12:25pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Are you tired of the cliche "Smash or Pass" that everyone seems to be doing? Why not try out TF or Pass! In this game I will show you a character, whether it be a fursona, a character from media or anything else, and the audience will need to let us know if they would want to TF (Transform) into said character! We will then ask a few people from the audience to speak up and justify their decision! Let us know why you'd want to become that character, or maybe why you wouldn't want to become them! Do you want to be them because you want to have their tail? Maybe you want some ability they have? Maybe you just find them attractive and want to be them for that reason! Or maybe you don't want to be them because they have no arms, or some other reason! (But please keep your reasons SFW!) Round Two will also feature the Commitment Round! Someone from the audience will come up and 'commit' to a transformation before they've even seen it. Once revealed, they have to try and justify it to the audience, even if it's something unusual! There may be more ways to twist the topic of TF or Pass as well! Let's all have some fun discussing the pros and cons to transforming into various different things, and do your best to convince others you are making the right choice! Tags: Gameshow

So You Wanna Buy Some Art: Tips on Commissioning

11:30am - 12:25pm DLCC - 315

Have an awesome idea for a con badge, illustration, short story, or fursuit? Don’t have the time or skill to pull it off yourself? We are fortunate to be part of a fandom saturated with talented creatives who can make your dreams a reality - but commissioning someone for the first time can be daunting! Come learn how to be an awesome client and get awesome art! Tags: Art

Escape Room ($)

11:30am - 1:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Make a Tail with Glitzy Fox and Pinku

12:00pm - 1:20pm DLCC - 413-415

Have you wanted to get into fursuit making but don't know where to start? Join us for a one of a kind experience where you can create and sew your very own small fursuit tail. All materials will be provided. Sponsored by Big Z Fabric. Please note there will be a cap on attendance. Tags: Instructional, Fursuiting

Artists' Lounge

12:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - 338 "Artists Lounge"

A chill drawing space! Sponsored by Part-Time Dragons Tags: Art

Sim Racing 101 with Simufur

12:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 333

Ever wanted to experience the thrills piloting a V8 through the hills and valleys of the Eifel region of Germany millimeters away from disaster? Feel the rush of 200mph winds blowing through your fur while your fellow competitors sit inches away fighting for victory? Come visit us at DLCC 333 to learn how you and every fur can join the exciting world of sim racing, learn about the furry fandom inside of motorsports, and enjoy a friendly competition held during our super fast panel! Tags: Video Gaming, Spec. Interest

Hybrids 101: The Best of Both Worlds!

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 316

Interested in learning about furry hybrids? In this panel, we will review what a hybrid is, discuss real-life and media examples, and walk you through the process of how to make your own cool hybrid! This is an interactive, informal lecture. Tags: Spec. Interest

Dance Dance Revolution World Tournament ($)

12:00pm - 4:00pm Westin - Westmoreland

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #6 is the return of Dance Dance Revolution! Stomp your paws to the beat, defeat your opponent, and become rhythm-game champion! Entry Fee: $5 charitable donation Prizes for the top 3 places Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/dance-dance-revolution-world (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) All events will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Charity, Video Gaming

Making the Cuts: All About Editing

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 310-311

After composition comes a good night's sleep (with any luck) and then a fresh look at your masterpiece … and all the things that need to change. We'll discuss the personal process of editing, tips and tricks to find your own errors or issues, and how to work with others you may engaged to help shape and polish your work to where it can truly be a finished product. Tags: Writing

Professional Horror Stories

12:00pm - 1:20pm DLCC - 319-321

Ever want to know how a legal practice actually works? Ever wondered what exactly a stock exchange floor is like? Want to find out how incredibly strange those "professional" jobs get? Come by and ask away as a panel of ostensible adults tell tales out of school about what happens once you're out of school! Tags: Spec. Interest

CANCELLED - Fursuit Parade Lineup

12:00pm - 1:45pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Fursuit Parade has been Cancelled Tags: Fursuiting, Con Event

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

12:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Armstrong

A Fox Named Coyote LIVE!

12:30pm - 1:30pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Cursed critters A Fox Named Coyote and the Not-Foxes Not Named Coyote bring their eclectic mix of pop punk, prog, and indie rock to Anthrocon! (We are not responsible for any sudden desires to move your body, overwhelming emotions, or souls gone missing during the duration of this show.) Tags: Music

SSBU Qualifiers Check In

1:00pm - 2:00pm Westin - Washington

Tags: Video Gaming, Charity

Room-Share Horror Stories

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 315

Come laugh at my expense as I share my (family-friendly) convention room-share horror stories, both funny and mildly-infuriating. And then we'll learn how to engage in room-sharing safely. Tags: Performance

Escape Room ($)

1:00pm - 2:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Getting The most From A Con Q&A

1:00pm - 2:00pm DLCC - 310-311

Tags: Fandom

Fursuit Mingle

1:00pm - 3:00pm Hall C - "AREA A"

While we can't have our parade outside, we're opening up some space in Hall C for you to meet our fursuiters inside for photos! Badges required. Since the weather threatened us, we will threaten it back. Tags: Fursuiting, Meet & Greet

HOW DO STAFF??

1:00pm - 2:00pm DLCC - 336

Ever been interested in staffing a con? Come learn how to curse yourself (or a friend) into the one of the most interesting decisions you could make. Q&A with a staff member with too much caffeine in her system! Tags: Spec. Interest

Um, Actually!

1:00pm - 2:00pm DLCC - 401-402

Based on the CollegeHumor show, Um, Actually is a trivia game show asking contestants to correct technically false statements about anthro media from the last few decades. Tags: Comedy, Gameshow

What is Animalism?

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 316

This panel discusses animalism and other philosophies that explore human beings' connection to animals. Come learn how different cultures and ideologies view humans' relation to animals. This is a lecture style panel that will teach you some cool words to appear 'smart' at parties. Tags: Spec. Interest

Libation Appreciation

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 319-321

Alkali, Boozy, and friends discuss with YOU your favorite drinks, why they're special to you, and why they bring out such interesting sides in all of us. Tags: Comedy

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - Qualifiers ($)

2:00pm - 6:00pm Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #7 is the biggest of them all, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! This tournament takes place across two phases. All players must register and participate in the qualifier phase in order to reach brackets, which is scheduled for 8 PM on Saturday. Entry Fee: $10 charitable donation Prizes for the top 4 places All players are guaranteed one set of three matches, now with scheduled play to make sure your convention time is respected! Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/super-smash-bros-ultimate-qualifiers (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) The bracket phase will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Charity, Video Gaming

Your Imagined Furry Fantasy 18+

2:00pm - 5:00pm Westin - Fayette

CANCELLED - Fursuit Parade

2:00pm - 4:00pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Fursuit Parade has been Cancelled Tags: Con Event

Escape Room ($)

2:30pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Firrcon

2:30pm - 3:30pm DLCC - 319-321

We gave Firr an hour of time. He used it to make a convention all about himself. We're confused too. Tags: Comedy, Charity

I've Made Too Much Pasta

3:00pm - 4:30pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

I've Made Too Much Pasta is a furry indie rock band with a bunch of original music about raccoons and trash and stuff. It is not a cooking panel. We sing about important issues like rabies, stealing cable, raccoons, and your parents leaving you at Disneyworld. There will be a lot of noises and singing, and some shoegaze parts. If you come to this you can dance and jump around. I guess you can do that even if you don't come. Also, do not yell "Freebird" in the audience, it's not funny anymore. Tags: Music

Bodybuilding 101: Becoming a Furry Bara Beef Boy

3:30pm - 4:25pm DLCC - 307

Do you like Muscle? Want to learn how to get huge IRL and meet other furs with the same iron bug? Whether you’re a complete beginner or seasoned lifter, this panel has it all: Training, Diet, Supplementation, and Lifestyle. Taught by the Muscle Fursuit Maker himself, Dozer will leverage his 15+ years of training experience to deliver the most informative and fun panel of your weekend. Meet and Greet will follow. Note: All are welcome! Note2: This is Bodybuilding Panel, not a Bara Art Panel Tags: Spec. Interest, Instructional

Commander

4:00pm - 9:00pm Westin - Butler

Come have fun with commander and lots of friends with varying power levels! Tags: Social, Spec. Interest, Tabletop Gaming

PupCup Boba Yearbook Style Photo Shoot

4:00pm - 7:00pm DLCC - 331

Working With Others: Writing Groups

4:00pm - 4:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Writers often need critique and beta readers to help them improve and catch flaws in their own writing. After all, there's only so much one can catch by staring at their own work for so long! Join the panelists in exploring how writing groups helped them grow, their experiences, and what you might expect from a writing group you join or start. Tags: Writing

Yugioh TCG

4:00pm - 7:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

It’s time to d-d-d-d-d-duel!! Bring your strongest cards and rev it up with the super special awesome children’s card game Yugioh!! Whether you’re a longtime fan ready to get your game on, or a new player wanting to feel the flow, this event is open for everyone to share their love for this tcg! Bring your decks (including your Genesys decks!), binders, and Kuribohs to trade, play, and climb to the top to become the king of games!! (Pls keep cursed millennium items and ancient evil spirits at the door please!) Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Social, Instructional

Escape Room ($)

4:00pm - 5:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Pokémon TCG Meetup

4:30pm - 5:25pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Whether you are a collector, a casual player or a competitive player: join us for a nice get-together of like-minded fluffs for our favorite trading card game! Here you can chat, trade and play with other trainers. Or, if you are not yet familiar with the game behind the cards, we can teach you how the game works! If you are looking to go pro with PTCG, we can certainly help you with that too. Even folks outside of the trading card game can join us to talk about all things pokémon! Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Not-Famous Canine Meetup

4:30pm - 5:20pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Are you a lesser known species from the dog family Canidae? Come scamper on over and meet and greet other not-so-famous dog species from coyotes, dholes, dingoes, African wild dogs, jackals, and much more! Howl along, play along, learn along together as a mix-mashed, improvised pack of Canidae Obscura! Tags: Meet & Greet

Mass Debation

4:30pm - 5:50pm DLCC - 319-321

Boozy moderates a series of absurd debates on topics chosen from the audience as performers are forced to comedically improvise their positions and rebuttals, and the winner is chosen with charity dollars - like all great things in this country. Assuming it doesn't go off the rails. Again. Tags: Performance, Charity, Comedy

Kemono Meet and Greet

4:30pm - 5:20pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Calling all kemono fursuiters and enjoyers! Come mingle, be silly, and snap a few pictures with your fellow kemonos! We will have a big group photo as well as suit family photos at the second half of the meet! Tags: Meet & Greet

Retro Sock Hop

4:30pm - 5:20pm DLCC - 403-405

Come get down to the rockin’ sounds of the 1950s and early 1960s — a curated playlist of rhythm ‘n blues, rockabilly, doo wop and early rock ‘n roll. Suiters & non-suiters welcome; come to dance or to just hang out & enjoy the music. Tags: Music, Dance

Fiddledo Presents: The Video Game Music Challenge

4:30pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Will you be crowned the victor of the Video Game Music Challenge? Running since 2017, the Video Game Music Challenge is a video game music trivia game show where everyone from the panelists to the audience can participate! Can you guess what game the song is from? Featuring unique categories, laughs, and prizes! Test your video game music knowhow! Tags: Gameshow

Lizard Lex’s Story Hour about Story Hours

5:00pm - 6:20pm DLCC - 335

After 10 years of attending Anthrocon, Lizard Lex will share memories of yesteryear, memories to encourage, lift spirits, and entertain. So come on down to story town for a history lesson. Tags: Performance

Warrior Cats Trivia

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 315

Make StarClan proud in a fierce trivia battle against your enemy clans! Test your knowledge of the Warrior Cats series (spoiler warning up to the end of Arc 8, ASC) in an hour-long quiz game made just for Anthrocon 2026 about our favorite felines. There will be official and fanmade merch prizes for the victors! The trivia game itself requires a phone and internet connection to participate, but anyone is welcome to observe. Tags: Spec. Interest, Gameshow

Golden Treasure: The Lost Draak

5:00pm - 8:00pm Westin - Fayette

Boarding - Saturday Cocktail Cruise

5:00pm - 5:30pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Under Review: Writing Good Reviews

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 310-311

One of the best ways to help get eyes on a book or story is to leave it a review. So why is it so hard to get reviews? And what how is a review different from critique? Our panelists will tackle these topics and more. Tags: Writing

Floor Wars

5:00pm - 7:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

It's the Main Event of the furry fandom's hottest dance battle event, Floor Wars! Come and witness as the qualified crews from the Preliminaries battle for glory and bragging rights to be crowned the Anthrocon 2026 Floor Wars champions! Tags: Performance, Dance

Authenticity, Society, and Furries

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 333

There's a lot of advice out there about personal growth, and individualistic pursuits of a healthier way of living as your authentic self. While this approach can be helpful, the speaker believes it's missing an important piece of context about this pursuit: the society we live in and the ideas it has placed in our heads about how we "should" live, and how these ideas can be at odds with a more authentic, attuned way of living. This panel aims to present the rest of the context, because with understanding comes empowerment. Knowing what we've learned empowers us to choose what to unlearn, and also to form communities that reflect our authentic values in a world that seems determined to suppress them. Questions and audience engagement encouraged! Tags: Spec. Interest

Feminine Presence in the Furry World

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 334

We'll talk about the misogyny and gender-based history of the furry community, including the origins and basics. Are you interested in learning about your community? Are you just a feminine-presenting furry? Show up and maybe speak on it! Tags: Fandom

Beware! Calcium Beyond These Trees-Skull Furs Meet

5:00pm - 5:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

One day at your local tavern (or your catering of choice if you're not much of a tavern person), you heard the rumor from a quiet table that one spot in the vast woods that cover the DLCC was planned to be the hotspot of peculiar animals around this time. Out of curiosity, you decided to investigate these claims and made your way to the supposed meeting spot and discovered that these creatures are none other than skull furs, creatures that--on the inside--aren't unlike you and I! You'll experience the following at this little meet & greet: -An opportunity to make new friends, reconnect with old friends, and make memories all around. Be sociable! -You can collect little keepsakes that will be distributed by the hosts, whether it be ribbons, stickers, or more! -Not everyone there will be a skull fur, nor is that a requirement. Everyone is welcome! -Group photo guaranteed during the meet! -Sign the community banner brought by one generous host and make your mark on a piece of skull furs history! You now had one more question to ask and answer yourself: will you go over there and greet them as well? Tags: Meet & Greet

NYC FurMeets Meet & Greet

5:00pm - 5:50pm DLCC - 307

Anything can happen in New York City, including furries! Learn about the rising furry scene in New York City, including the FurWalks and other furry groups in the metro area, and test your knowledge about the Big Apple in a trivia game! Tags: Meet & Greet

Performing at Cons for Fun & (Non-)Profit

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 316

Want to make music at a con, but don't know where to start? Start here! We'll cover everything from applications to working with AV. Let's bring more live music to the fandom! Tags: Instructional, Performance

Enamel Pin Trading Party

5:00pm - 6:20pm DLCC - 401-402

Pin Pals Unite! Got enamel pins to trade, swap, or show off? Join the ultimate Enamel Pin Trading Party! Discover unique designs, make new connections, and find that perfect pin to complete your collection. Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just getting started, this is your chance to trade not only Enamel pins but furry items for pins too! Tags: Spec. Interest, Social

Yume and You!

5:00pm - 5:55pm DLCC - 413-415

Do you have a fictional crush or a comfort character? Come tell us all about them while making unique, handmade items inspired by them! Supplies will be provided for felt keychains, kandi bracelets, and photo holders Tags: Art

Ultrasponsor Cocktail Reception

5:00pm - 6:30pm Offsite

For Ultrasponsor badge level only. Penn Society (Basement of Spritzery, corner of 10th and Penn) Tags: Con Event

The Cycle of Ephemera

5:30pm - 6:50pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

A convention booklet is meant to last a weekend. A wildflower, only a few days. A life? Only a blink in the eyes of the universe. In this panel, we explore Convention Ephemera-those fragile, physical fragments of our history that are often lost to time. In line with the mission of archivists, we discuss why documenting the "temporary" is our most vital task. From the badge in your hand to the legacy of our community, join us to learn how we "save" the moments that weren't meant to last forever, ensuring our shared history isn't erased by the cycle of ephemera. Tags: Fandom

Escape Room ($)

5:30pm - 7:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Saturday Cocktail Cruise

5:30pm - 8:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Vilous / Sergal Meet and Greet

5:30pm - 6:20pm Hall C - "AREA C"

A meet up for folks who are fans of the Vilous world setting, and all its creatures, to hang out and meet others. Sergals, Agunders, Nevreans, Talyxians, or even just fans of the world's stories and content! There will be a group photo at the END for all who wish to participate. Fursuits are NOT required! Tags: Meet & Greet

Anthrocon Tonight

5:45pm - 7:30pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Anthrocon's talented attendees are back on the Westin stage to show off their music, comedy, acting, (and maybe even pork) chops. Tags: Performance

Dungeons & Disability: Accommodations in D&D

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 403-405

Are you a role-player with disabilities? Perhaps a DM who wants to accommodate & represent your disabled players in your campaign? Do you just like Dungeons & Dragons A LOT? Then this is the panel for you. Join us for an exploration in getting creative with your accommodations, silly DM stories, and if there's time we can even do a little dice trading! Tags: Spec. Interest, Performance

Wheel of Furtune & Furry Jeopardy!

6:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Furry game show fans: Kijani’s Game Show Extravaganza is back at Anthrocon! We will play two classic shows with a furry twist, Wheel of Furtune & Furry Jeopardy! Contestants are chosen out of the audience via qualifying rounds & contestant exams prior to each show. Great prizes will be won, including free reg for AC 2027 and a custom Cryptid-themed mini blanket! Each show will last about one hour (including qualifying rounds). Don’t miss out on this authentic game show experience! NOTE: If you want to try out for Wheel of Furtune, make sure to arrive early as there are only 27 qualifying spots available. Tickets for Wheel qualifiers will start to be handed out prior to entering the room. Tags: Gameshow

Guide to Traditional Publishing

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Every year, there are more and more options to get your work out there in a small press or other professional publication. This panel will specifically speak to how to submit your work to others for publication. You'll hear about the ins and outs of working with editors and publishers, as well has have a chance to ask process questions from representatives of the major furry publishers. Tags: Writing

Puppet Workshop: SNOOFS

6:00pm - 7:20pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

THIS PANEL REQUIRES SEWING EXPERIENCE. Join us to sew up some fuzzy hand and rod puppets with tons of personality (and optional arms)! The Snoof is a fun and free puppet pattern pioneered by Adam Kreutinger. This is an advanced beginners workshop for eager puppeteers looking to make a fuzzy hand puppet of their very own! This panel will have supplies for 20 participants and will require some sewing experience and the ability to work with hot glue guns. All children need to work with an adult guardian, as this puppet requires the use of needles, scissors, and hot glue. Get ready for a lip sync sing along at the end of the workshop to break in those new little critters! Tags: Puppetry

Orchestra Rehearsal

6:00pm - 8:30pm DLCC - 408-410

Rehearsal for the Anthrocon Community Orchestra. (This is not a performance. Come join us in the atrium on Sunday at 11am to see the performance.) Tags: Music

Trash Friends Unite!

6:00pm - 6:50pm Hall C - "AREA D"

Calling all trash friends! Raccoons, opossums, skunks, rodents, corvids and anyone else that wants to join us in getting down and dirty meeting the least trashy furries in the community! Whether you be trashy or classy, this is the place for you. Meets your fellow dumpster dwellers, participate in the group photo, get individual photos with trashy props, and win prizes in some casual games! Tags: Meet & Greet

Rock Hounds

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 307

This panel is for folks of all backgrounds who are in any way interested in geology. This could include everyone from curious individuals to folks who are currently working in geosciences. The panel will include a brief presentation on regional Western Pennsylvania Geology (made for general audiences, nothing hyper technical), along with some display samples from around the area. Afterwards there will be a little rock swap, and some free Black Topaz Crystals from the SK Star Claim No. 2 in Juab County, Utah for those who pop in. It's recommended (but not required in any way), to bring samples of your own to trade with others, though they certainly don't have to be anything special. Tags: Spec. Interest

It's Fricken' Bats!!

6:00pm - 6:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Are you a bat? Do you just really love bats? This panel is for you!! Come meet fellow sky puppies and discuss why bats are the best species in the furry fandom and how to dispel stigma about this wonderful animal! Tags: Meet & Greet

Exploring Identity Through Furry

6:00pm - 6:55pm DLCC - 316

Identities are a huge part of how we relate to ourselves and others, as well as a form of self-expression. The furry community has always been a place where people can explore different aspects of their identity, whether that’s gender, sexuality, or other facets of self. In this panel, we’ll talk about how people explore their identities and parts through their fursona(s) and the community, and take a deeper look at the concept of identity as a whole in connecting to people, understanding ourselves, and meeting our needs. Tags: Spec. Interest

Pittsburgh Locals Meet

6:30pm - 7:20pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Are you someone who is born, live or even fursuit often around Pittsburgh? Well this this meet is for YOU to hang out and feel appreciated as a local, or even for the non-locals to know who locals are. Tags: Meet & Greet

Musclefurs Meetup

6:30pm - 7:30pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Want to meet other muscle-loving and muscle-bearing furs? Come and enjoy the meet-up with other like-minded furs! All genders and species welcome! Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry Finances

6:30pm - 7:25pm DLCC - 334

Trying to save up for a fursuit or raise money for your next con? A certain dragon has your back/wings/tail/etc covered! Come and watch a presentation on the dos and don’ts of personal finance, including tips on investing, budgeting, and smart shopping. After the presentation, we’ll play Kahoot with prizes at stake! Tags: Instructional

Silly Sticker Trading

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 413-415

Sticker collector? Sticker haver? Come on down and trade and get some new ones!!! Tags: Fandom, Spec. Interest, Social

Zoids TCG & .hack TCG block

7:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Pennsylvania

Zoids - "A hybrid tactical tabletop card game set within the Zoids universe. Learn to play, pick your arsenal, dominate the battlefield! Join our Telegram: ZoidsFans" .hack//enemy - "Learn to play this forgotten TCG with fellow Dot Hackers! Log-in, gear up, fight monsters! Join our Telegram: .hack//Furs" Tags: Tabletop Gaming, Social, Instructional

Macro/Micro Meet and Greet

7:00pm - 7:50pm Hall C - "AREA D"

Attention creatures of all shapes and sizes! Join us for a one-hour social event for the biggest and smallest folks in the fandom. Whether you're a giant wolf, a tiny tiger, a huge hoofer, or an enormous eel, you belong here! Tags: Meet & Greet

90 Years of Cons: Philcon 1936 to Anthrocon 2026

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 316

90 years ago a group of fans from New York visited fans in Philadelphia, starting the first con which paved the way for Worldcon. In the last 90 years cons have evolved from those small regional meet ups to media juggernauts pulling in thousands of attendees. Philcon also played a role in the formation of Anthrocon! Join us for a 90 year journey from the small science fiction cons of First Fandom leading to the formation of comic, gaming, anime, furry, and other cons sprung from the party floor. It’s all one giant family tree of fandoms and conventions. Ursa Award winning panel. Tags: Fandom

Fursuit Troubleshooting

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 315

Tail in a twist? Zipper won’t stop snagging? Can’t lift your arms above your head? Let’s fix that! This panel is an interactive Q&A where we will discuss common fursuit construction pitfalls, how to avoid them, and how to fix them when they happen. Feel free to bring your difficult fursuit items if you need specific advice! Tags: Fursuiting, Instructional

Journey into Comics and Storytelling

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 333

This panel is designed primarily for beginners, but comic creators and artists of all skill levels are welcome. Elevate your comic project as we explore proven techniques and concepts in visual storytelling. Led by a published author / illustrator with a decade of experience, we will be focusing on learned and recommended practices in comic creation including scripting, paneling, pacing, lettering, and more abstract areas that even dive into the mental aspects when taking on these challenging projects. Tags: Art, Instructional

Escape Room ($)

7:00pm - 8:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Neopets Meetup

7:00pm - 7:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Come hang out with fellow Neopians! Show off your collection, trade merch with other members of the community or show off your Neopets fursuit! Everyone is welcome regardless of how new to the Neopets fandom you are or even if you fell-off and want to reminisce about the old days of Neopia or catch up with the site's current status! Tags: Meet & Greet

Zine Trading

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 401-402

Do YOU make zines? Do you collect zines? Do you even know what a zine is? Drop by and trade zines with other zinesters and artists, maybe pick up your very first zine, or get some tips on how to make a zine! Tags: Spec. Interest, Social

Short Form Content Creation 101

7:00pm - 7:55pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Come join TikTok creator Mason Crow for an exciting and informative presentation on the basics (and not-so-basics) of short-form content creation! This discussion will focus on the various ways that you can build a dedicated community, monetize your platform, and make videos that genuinely stand out. Any/all levels of experience are welcome! Tags: Art, Spec. Interest, Instructional

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

7:00pm - 10:00pm Westin - Armstrong

Blackjack and Hoofers: Hoofer Bleat and Greet

7:30pm - 8:30pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Are you a Hoofer or Hoofer-adjacent? Goats, deers, horses, sheep… if you have horns or hooves, come on by! Tags: Meet & Greet

Albedo: Platinum Catalyst

8:00pm - 11:00pm Westin - Fayette

Winter Powersports

8:00pm - 8:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

Winter powersports meet up Tags: Meet & Greet

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - Finals

8:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #7 is the biggest of them all, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! This tournament takes place across two phases. All players must register and participate in the qualifier phase in order to reach brackets. The qualifier phase is scheduled for 2 PM on Saturday. Entry Fee: $10 charitable donation Prizes for the top 4 places All players are guaranteed one set of three matches, now with scheduled play to make sure your convention time is respected! Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/super-smash-bros-ultimate-qualifiers (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event) The bracket phase will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Charity, Video Gaming

Engineering After Dark (18+)

8:00pm - 9:20pm DLCC - 401-402

Are you curious about the wild and freaky inventions that furries build for their most intimate encounters? Or maybe you have an idea for a contraption those curious furries need to hear? Come and join two experienced professionals from the after-dark engineering community as they discuss their favorite kinky inventions, how to talk to other people about your own designs and finally, how to bring those designs into the real world. Construction paper and colored pencils will be provided. Tags: Spec. Interest

ADA Hangout

8:00pm - 8:50pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Come relax, chat and share stories, and make friends in our ADA safe space. We'll talk about the positive things the con has done to be ADA friendly, while discussing what could be improved and how for next year. Feel free to bring your emotional support plushies! Plushies are a vital tool for many of us ADA folks to express ourselves and find comfort when overwhelmed. Tags: Social, Meet & Greet

Worldbuilding: How to Make a Story Bible

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Whether your story is set in galaxy far, far away, a fantasy continent worlds apart, or in a world we know and love in a book or in a tabletop game, a Story Bible is a tool that helps any author organize the aspects of their world-building—the cultures, rules of magic and/or science, weather, politics, ecology, economy, timelines, character interviews and designs, and more. In this lecture we will talk about acquiring the right kind of book, what kind of materials to use, what kind of information to include and how to organize it depending on the kind of story you are writing, and how to use your bible to add layers of depth to your characters and stories. Q and A will follow. Tags: Writing

Celebrity Whose Lion Is It Anyway?

8:00pm - 9:30pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Goat Screamup

8:00pm - 8:50pm Hall C - "AREA D"

I scream, you scream, we all scream* because we’re goats! * subject to noise regulations Tags: Meet & Greet

The Classic Culinary Horror Show

8:00pm - 8:55pm DLCC - 333

Tags: Spec. Interest, Performance

Young at Heart: The Inner-Child Furs (18+)

8:00pm - 9:50pm DLCC - 403-405

What goes bump in the night? Your imagination can come up with dozens of critters when you visit the land of make-believe. If "adulting" has gotten in the way of creating some spooky fun, come by to nourish your inner-child. Curious? Young at Heart is a place where grown-ups can let go and enjoy being a kid again. Whether you want to doodle some cryptids or stay for storytime, this panel might just be the perfect playdate. Tags: Spec. Interest

Trinket Trading

8:30pm - 9:25pm DLCC - 413-415

Come one come all and trade your trinkets big and small!! Off load the ones you no longer need, and find something new and neat! Tags: Social

BetaMonkey (Saturday Nightly Dance)

8:30pm - 9:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday 8:30pm to 9:30pm DJ: BetaMonkey Genre: pop remixes & more Tags: Nightly Dance

Escape Room ($)

8:30pm - 10:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Step One: Make the Fursuit

8:30pm - 9:50pm DLCC - 315

So you want to build a fursuit? Great! But where do you start? This panel will walk you through (almost) every style, material, and construction decision you need to make to build that perfect fursuit. Nothing vague, we'll talk specific tutorials, suppliers, and techniques! Tags: Fursuiting, Instructional

The Wrath of Con: The Story of First Fandom

8:30pm - 9:25pm DLCC - 334

Join Con History for the story of First Fandom, the group of teenagers who started the concept of modern fandom and the convention scene. Learn how the roots they planted still have an influence in the con scene today, from fandom politics to filk music, from hotel model cons to early cosplay and yes even proto-fursuits. How Trekkies, Bronies, otaku, and yes even furries came from First Fandom and continue these traditions today. Presented with original artwork from our new Ursa Major Award nominated comic series The Wrath of Con, which tells the historical story of First Fandom using anthropomorphic characters. Tags: Fandom

Close Personal Friends of Status Concert

8:30pm - 9:30pm DLCC - 316

ONE NIGHT ONLY! Join Status for some tunes before he goes back into hiding! Tags: Music

The Making of Yiff! Magazine

9:00pm - 9:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Life sure can feel like a pie in the face these days, huh? Yiff! Magazine is a funny animal periodical modeled after early furry amateur press associations. Yiff! aims to platform great work that might be lost in the shuffle of social media, be that unmitigated kink or nuanced discussions of hot button fandom issues (I read it for the articles, I swear!). This panel will give you an idea of what we do, and some ways you can do it too! This panel follows the release of our third issue, "Tooned In!" It's all about the ways toons imitate life and vice versa. In addition to going over the conception of this issue, we will be going in-depth on some of the work within. Come get your hands on some Yiff! Tags: Spec. Interest, Art, Writing

Let's [Not] Talk About Sex

9:00pm - 9:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Can erotica be sexy without sex? What else makes erotica erotic beyond the bedroom? Join our panelists for a discussion of erotica beyond sex! Must be over 18, or over the legal age in country of citizenship. IDs and badges will be checked at the door. Tags: Writing

BigBlueFox (Saturday Nightly Dance)

9:30pm - 10:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday 9:30pm to 10:30pm DJ: BigBlueFox Genre: tech house Tags: Nightly Dance

Inflation Art 101 (18+)

9:30pm - 10:25pm DLCC - 401-402

Wanting to know more about how to be an inflation artist? Interested in learning how to draw silly furry characters BIG and ROUND??? Well this panel is sure to tickle your fancy!! Join Kuro, otherwise known by the artist name Gatsby in the furry inflation community, as he talks about some tips and tricks on how to master creating the many shapes found in the world of blimped up characters. This panel will be a presentation with a Q&A at the end. All skill levels are welcome!!! Tags: Art, Instructional

K-Pop Random Play Dance

9:30pm - 10:50pm DLCC - 408-410

Are you a K-Pop stan? Maybe you've learned some choreography of your favorite groups? Come join us as we play random K-Pop songs, and you dance! Freestyling is also encouraged. Tags: Dance

Blood on the Clocktower

10:00pm - 12:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Devil's Advocate: How to Write a "Good" Villain

10:00pm - 10:55pm DLCC - 310-311

A hero is only as good as their villain, and the best villains are the ones we love to hate. But how do you avoid the pitfalls of making your villain too flat, or too lame, or “evil for the sake of being evil”? In this lecture we’ll discuss the morals, motives, and modus opperandi of some famous villains, the nuances of antiheros, antagonists, and villains, and how to cut Satan a break—there are much more interesting and sinister figures for inspiration for your big baddies. A Q and A will follow. Tags: Writing

Charity D&D with Alkali

10:00pm - 12:00am DLCC - 319-321

A D&D game like you have never seen before. The story is set, the goal is achievable, and all of you can help. Heavy audience participation panel. And remember, if you have to roll the dice, you have already lost. Tags: Charity, Comedy

CANCELLED - Ghostbusters Meet

10:00pm - 10:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

EVENT CANCELED AT REQUEST OF HOST Are you troubled by strange noises in the night? Do you experience feelings of dread in your basement or attic? Have you or your family actually seen a spook, specter or ghost? If the answer is yes, then don't wait another minute. Just pick up the phone and call the professionals - Ghostbusters, We’re ready to believe you!!! The second annual meetup for Ghostbusters fans at Anthrocon - whether you’re into the cosplay, the charity work, or just a casual enjoyer of the movies, come nerd out with us!ANEL Tags: Meet & Greet

V FOR VIENNA (Saturday Nightly Dance)

10:30pm - 11:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday 10:30pm to 11:30pm DJ: V FOR VIENNA Genre: bass house, festival trap Tags: Nightly Dance

Anthrocon Puppetry Slam (18+)

10:30pm - 11:59pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

A showcase of short-form puppetry acts for adults! Each piece is performed by a different artist or group of artists, and the content ranges from hilarious to profound and everything in between. The performers include anyone from veteran professionals to first-time puppeteers. Come see what our furry puppeteers can do! Anthrocon’s Puppetry Slam is being put on by the Furry Puppetry Group and will be hosted by the one and only Yve Badger! This performance showcase is made by and for adults, so participants and audience members must be 18+! Tags: Puppetry

SCP & PPAC Pet Romp

10:30pm - 12:00am Hall C - "AREA A"

Steel City Pups (SCP) and Pittsburgh Paws & Claws (PPAC) present: A Pet Romp! What's a romp, you ask? An event specifically geared to pet players and handlers of all types to come out and engage in their headspaces with others. We'll have a plethora of toys to play with, and mats to play on, so make sure to bring your kneepads and gear, a valid ID you can show us at the door to verify you're 18+, and your beautiful smiles! We'll have staff on hand to help keep things fun and answer any questions you may have, to come on out and help put the "play" in pet play. Tags: Spec. Interest

Art Show Auction - Mature (18+)

11:00pm - 12:00am DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Setup for the Mature Art Show Auction Tags: Art, Con Event

Sovereign Eclipse

11:00pm - 1:00am Westin - Fayette

Wild On Wax (Saturday Nightly Dance)

11:30pm - 12:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday 11:30pm to Sunday Morning 12:30am DJ: Wild On Wax Genre: classic hip hop on vinyl Tags: Nightly Dance

Sunday, July 05, 2026

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Werewolf

12:00am - 2:00am Westin - Pennsylvania

Hypnofurs Meet and Greet (18+)

12:30am - 1:20am DLCC - 403-405

Interested in matters of the mind? Curious about how hypnosis works? Come join other swirly furs, make new friends, talk about experiences and share techniques. The floor is yours! Tags: Spec. Interest

rena (Saturday Nightly Dance)

12:30am - 1:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday (Sunday Morning) 12:30am to 1:30am DJ: rena Genre: UK garage Tags: Nightly Dance

NOVOCANINE (Saturday Nightly Dance)

1:30am - 2:30am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Saturday (Sunday Morning) 1:30am to 2:30am DJ: NOVOCANINE Genre: drum & bass Tags: Nightly Dance

DLCC - Rooftop Hours

9:00am - 4:00pm DLCC - Roof

The DLCC Rooftop closes to attendees at 4pm sharp. Attendees must leave the rooftop and overlooks by that time.

Convention Center Access Hours

9:00am - 6:30pm Pittsburgh, PA, USA

The Hours that the David L. Lawrence Convention Center will be accessible by members of the public.

Quiet Room

9:00am - 11:00am DLCC - 314 -“Quiet Room”

Note:!due to the Orchestra performance from 11-12 in the West Atrium, those in need of a quiet space should visit Safety in room 308 for that hour. A lower stimulation space for our attendees in need. Please contact our Accessibility Team in DLCC-309 Con Ops with any questions.

Don’t Die: The Lazy Creature’s Guide to Health

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

Taking care of yourself sounds great in theory… but what if you’re tired, busy, or just really committed to the couch? This panel is all about low-effort ways to stay reasonably healthy without turning your life into a strict routine. We’ll talk about tiny habits, simple food choices, easy movement, sleep tricks, and other realistic strategies that help your body function better without demanding huge amounts of motivation. No intense workout plans, no complicated diets, and no guilt—just practical ideas designed for normal people, busy creatures, and professional loungers alike. If your long-term health strategy is mostly “please don’t die,” this panel will give you some surprisingly doable ways to improve your odds. Tags: Spec. Interest

Ethics Professor Reads Reddit Stories

9:30am - 10:30am DLCC - 335

Tying The Knot: Basic Rope Rigging for Furries

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 334

Believe it or not, this is a 100% Safe-For-Work panel... In fact, safety while working is the bottom line when it comes to this topic! This interactive panel is for all those who want to learn the absolute basics of ropes, rigging, and the various types of rope and equipment used in the fire/rescue services. We'll be examining rope access equipment and basics from an absolute beginner perspective, including: Discussing basic Personal Protective Equipment needed for rope rigging; Discussing the various types of rope/webbing, their uses, and safety considerations; Practicing how to properly tie some of the basic knots (figure 8, overhand, water knot) used in the fire service; Demonstrating how ropes can be used to construct basic mechanical advantage haul systems to move a load from one point to another; and Having an opportunity to examine, handle, and ask questions about equipment used by rope technicians, tower climbers, firefighters, and other rope access personnel. This panel is not shibari-related, but we hope it will give you a newfound understanding of the use of rope to accomplish movement and hauling in a safe way. Tags: Spec. Interest, Instructional

Canceled - Boozy's Basic Law

9:30am - 10:25am DLCC - 319-321

This panel is canceled at the request of the panelist. If you want a joke reason: Boozy got into a very loud argument with a duo of very extroverted desert hares who simply would. Not. Stop. With the racing jokes. It lasted most of the night. Do you get your information about legal stuff on Reddit? Has Google tried to tell you how a court is run? Are you just a nerd who likes to hear about these things? Boozy Badger will tell you why all of that is wrong as he hosts a discussion of a legal topic in an interactive manner with the audience. Come by, you may learn something. Tags: Spec. Interest

PupCup Boba Yearbook Style Photo Shoot

10:00am - 5:00pm DLCC - 331

Pawkour Meetup

10:00am - 10:50am Hall C - "AREA C"

Parkour [/pär-koo͞r′/] (noun): An athletic discipline in which practitioners traverse any environment in the most efficient way possible via running, jumping, vaulting, rolling, and other similar movements. Step vault your way into the Pawkour Meetup! Come say "Hey" and trade stories, clips, and tips with other parkour enthusiasts, freerunners, and anyone in an adjacent community. Also perfect for those who are interested in learning more! After the panel, we'll have the opportunity to pawkour (responsibly) out and about in the Burgh. Tags: Meet & Greet

YCH Boss: A Drawing Game!

10:00am - 11:20am DLCC - 413-415

YCH Boss is a mass participation drawing game! Everyone will draw a Your Character Here format drawing on a note card and submit it to the front (think of your favorite memes!). One will be pulled at random, and we will all draw our fursonas (or our original characters) on a new notecard in that format! We will repeat the process over and over until we have hundreds of silly furry drawings to share! All skill levels welcome, and pens and notecards will be provided. However, if you'd like to bring your own pen, that would be great! Tags: Art

Tokens' Arcade Tech Panel

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 333

Learn all the ins and out of how vintage arcade machines work with TikTok Arcade Tech TokensArcade! From the monitors to the coin doors you'll learn the 101 of how all the major parts of how your favorite vintage arcade games work and how to fix them. Come learn the secrets of where to find these machines and how to start your collection! Tags: Spec. Interest, Video Gaming

Westin - Gaming Room Hours

10:00am - 4:00pm Westin - Cambria

These hours are hours of operation for all gaming spaces in the Westin hotel, 2nd floor.

West Virginia Furs Meet and Greet

10:00am - 10:50am Hall C - "AREA A"

Hello Mountaineer floofers! I am pleased to present, in association with Mountain State Furries, the 3rd annual WV Furs Meet & Greet at Anthrocon. We have seen phenomenal growth over the last couple years. Let's make this year's meet even bigger and better! Tags: Meet & Greet

Guide to Entering the Equestrian World

10:00am - 10:55am DLCC - 316

Howdy! Have you ever been interested in owning, starting to ride, or meeting others who ride and work with horses? Well here’s the panel for you! This panel will look into the basics of horse ownership for beginners and how to get into the equestrian world with no prior knowledge! Join Speedy for a panel jam-packed full of information, horse pics, and helpful tools to get started with working with equines, and did I mention horse pictures? If you're already a part of the equestrian world, there is still space for you as time at the end will be left for meeting and getting to know fellow furry horse riders. Tags: Spec. Interest

Art Show Hours

10:00am - 12:00pm DLCC - Art Show

Registration Hours

10:00am - 4:00pm "Registration" - DLCC - Hall D

Dealers Room & Con Store Hours

10:00am - 4:00pm Dealers Room - DLCC - Hall A-B

The Dealers Room will open to Ultrasponsors and Supersponsors at 9:50am. All other badge levels will be able to enter at 10:00am.

Escape Room ($)

10:00am - 11:30am DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

STI Testing by Central Outreach

10:00am - 5:00pm DLCC - 332 "STI Testing"

Central Outreach providing STI testing

Free Miniature/DND Paint & Take!

10:00am - 6:00pm Westin - Lawrence

Provided by Chronicle RPGs & Zenith's Outer Reach; Come paint with us! Whether you're a complete beginner or an established maestro, join us for a free miniature and all supplies provided. Take part for as long as you like with drop-in tables commencing from 10AM! Scan the QR code to preview the Zenith's Outer Reach Kickstarter, or copy the link here: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/f895d526-7872-41e5-94c1-a010a6ec5898/landing?preview_mode=true Tags: Social, Instructional, Tabletop Gaming

Supersponsor Brunch

10:30am - 12:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

A special brunch for our Supersponsors! Tags: Con Event

Underrated Furry Animated Films

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 315

Tired of furries discussing the same 5 animated films from big animation studios? Are you wanting to find new animated films geared towards furries? Desire to talk about furry films you love to others? This panel is just for you. You will be introduced to 8 animated films from all across the world, in different genres, from ones new as a year ago to ones decades old. Discover your next furry film obsession here. Films are rated G to PG-13. Tags: Spec. Interest

Convention War Stories

10:30am - 11:50am DLCC - 319-321

Come out and see a comical twist what happens behind the closed doors of conventions. Sit back and listen to the stories that you were never meant to find out about from our panel of convention staff and board members. Tags: Comedy

Oh Biscuits, We're Upside Down! Intermediate Rope

10:30am - 11:25am DLCC - 334

Building on the fundamentals learned in our basic rope rigging panel, we invite ropes enthusiasts to return to take an opportunity to focus more in depth on the physics and applications of Anchors, Haul Systems, Recovery and Climb techniques, and other technical rope access skills. It's still not a shibari-related session, but it'll cover universal safety and health issues that are every bit as pertinent no matter why you're using ropes. Tags: Spec. Interest, Instructional

K-Pop Furs

11:00am - 11:50am Hall C - "AREA C"

Come and meet fellow K-Pop fans from the furry fandom! We will play music, as well as dance and have minigames in addition to the social aspect. We will also be allowing the trading of photocards as well as a photocard keychain craft. Feel free to bring your own stickers and toploaders! Tags: Meet & Greet

Jump to FTL! - Science Fiction

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 310-311

Take some Time And Relative Discussions In Space to talk all things sci-fi furry. Whether it's how to write your epic space opera or your quick jaunt into the very possible future, this is the place to bring your cybernetics into our parallel world. Tags: Writing

Anthrocon Community Orchestra Performance

11:00am - 12:00pm DLCC - West Atrium

A furry Symphony Orchestra?! That's right! The worlds first furry symphonic orchestra is coming back for another performance. Presenting a program of selections for "Critters, Cryptids, and Curses" as well as a few other surprises! We've had one rehearsal and then we're doing this live in the Atrium. Come have fun supporting live music in the fandom! Tags: Music

How to Create and Perform a Haunt Character

11:00am - 11:55am DLCC - 403-405

Have you ever been to, or seen footage of Halloween events and ever wondered "how do these guys DO that?!" Well, this panel is for you! In this interactive workshop panel, we'll go over how to establish a baseline for a haunt character and perform them! No prior experience needed, bravery IS recommended! Remember: This is a safe space and a CONSTRUCTIVE environment! Tags: Instructional, Performance

Fursuit Games Registration

11:00am - 12:00pm DLCC - 408-410

Anthrocon's classic Fursuit Games returns for another year! Sign up in advance if you wish to participate. Tags: Con Event

Dance Competition Finals

11:30am - 2:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Escape Room ($)

11:30am - 1:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Fursuit Games

12:00pm - 1:30pm DLCC - 408-410

Anthrocon's classic Fursuit Games returns for another year! Sign up in advance during the registration period (11am-noon) if you wish to participate. Tags: Con Event

Albedo: Platinum Catalyst

12:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Fayette

Tales from Pittsburgh History

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 334

Ever wanted to learn more about the city of Pittsburgh? Ever wondered why so many buildings say Carnegie? Well come learn more about how Pittsburgh was shaped into what it was today with a small slice of history! Tags: Spec. Interest

Anthrocon Poker Championship - Final Table

12:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Washington

Paws of Fury returns for 2026 with 7 charity gaming events! Event #4 is the 11th annual Anthrocon Poker Championship! Can you dodge bullets to win this year's title and add your name to the Silver Water Dish? Day 1 of the event will play down to our July 9, which takes place Friday at 3 PM. Entry Fee: $20 charitable donation 30 dog tags will be available for purchase for $30, and provide one rebuy Prizes for the top 9 places Full Event Details and Registration: https://www.start.gg/tournament/paws-of-fury-2026-at-anthrocon/event/anthrocon-poker-championship (Note: You must have your con badge number to register for the event and must be 18 years of age or older) The final table will be streamed at http://www.twitch.tv/AnthroconGaming Tags: Charity, Tabletop Gaming

Results in Furbanism: $50k for Bike Lanes

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 316

Urbanism is about making great cities that are fun to be in. I will share the hard work and lessons learned from my year-long effort to get a safe bike lane in my city. I will discuss the coalitions I built, my work in the depths of City Hall, and how something as simple as a traffic cone can be the result of months or years of debate. I had no formal training and made it up as I went along, but my city is now funding $50,000 for a safe bike lane study. I will teach you how to advocate in your city or town. Tags: Spec. Interest

Fox in the Coffee Shop - Slice of Life

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Sometimes a story doesn’t require a princess to be saved, or an adventure to be taken. Occasionally, stories look at trying to show a bit of the drama, comedy, or tragedy in everyday life. Our panelists will help you make even this seemingly mundane genre interesting and exciting, and look at ways to keep your story from being just another Wednesday. Tags: Writing

Artists' Lounge

12:00pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 338 "Artists Lounge"

A chill drawing space! Sponsored by Part-Time Dragons Tags: Art

Moochie Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Hi! I’m Moochie, and I love two things: saxophone and electronic music! So, I decided to take it upon myself to start a project creating what I call ‘saxophone electronica’ and perform it at furry cons around the US! I’ve performed at Eufuria, Anthro New England, Furpocalypse, and New Year’s Furry Ball, and I'm very excited to add Anthrocon to my list! I’ll have plenty of originals and covers alike, so come listen and dance with me as I perform some ‘Moochie Music’! Find me on bsky as @mooche.bsky.social! Tags: Music

Build and Sustain a Creative Career

12:00pm - 12:55pm DLCC - 315

Nike. Google. Lego. Adidas. Polaroid. Tommy Hilfiger. These are a few of the exciting brands and companies I have had the opportunity to create work for as a graphic designer and art director in my 10 year career. I have met many Furs who wonder how they can find similar creative work, and I want to share the successes, shortcomings, and lessons I have learned that have allowed me to support myself through the creative work I dreamed of making as a child. Writers, illustrators, directors, photographers, designers, animators, come one, come all, and let's get creative! Tags: Instructional, Art

Ohio Furs Meet & Greet & Group Photo

12:00pm - 12:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

The Annual Ohio Furs Meet & Greet & Group Photo returns to Anthrocon. Whether you are new to the Ohio area, or you are a longtime resident, this is a great way to meet new people or see some old friends. At the Meet & Greet, you'll have a chance to meet event organizers or other prominent people within our community. We'll describe how each of these individuals' roles and how they contribute to the Ohio Furs community that keeps it going strong. You will also learn how you can find information on various furry chats and fur events throughout Ohio. There will also be a chance to meet local furs from your area. Following the Meet & Greet, we will head outside to do a group photo. Tags: Meet & Greet

Undertale and Deltarune Meetup

12:00pm - 12:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Despite everything, it's still you. Come for the hangout, hug the goat, and stay for the impromptu plush shrine. Tags: Meet & Greet

Fuzzy Tales Presents: Camera, Action, Darkness

12:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Armstrong

Quiet Room

12:00pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 314 -“Quiet Room”

A lower stimulation space for our attendees in need. Please contact our Accessibility Team in DLCC-309 Con Ops with any questions.

Vinyl Furs Meet & Greet

12:30pm - 1:20pm Hall C - "AREA D"

This is opportunity for those who enjoy vinyl records, whether it's collecting, listening, or just curious, to meet and talk about this wonderful hobby. Tags: Meet & Greet

Boarding - Sunday Sightseeing Cruise 1

12:30pm - 1:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Charity Auction

12:30pm - 1:30pm DLCC - 319-321

The Anthrocon Charity Auction! Tags: Con Event

Martial Arts Meet and Greet

12:30pm - 1:25pm DLCC - 403-405

What is it about martial arts that makes us stick with and suffer through endless training? Are we in it because it's a nerd-friendly sport? Fantasy and historic cosplay? Self-defense? Magic and mystery? Fitness with style? Something else? Come to listen, talk, show off your favorite moves. I'll bring my gear. Your host is a former USANKF competitor and tournament official, but all styles are welcome. Tags: Meet & Greet, Social, Spec. Interest

Choose Your Fur Swatch

12:30pm - 1:25pm DLCC - 335

Interested in commissioning or making a fursuit? Buying fur can be a guessing game without ordering small samples, called swatches. Skip the shipping and come take a look at swatches from popular fur merchants! If you've got swatches, bring them to show off! Check out fauxfurs.carrd.co for a full list of what's available. Tags: Fursuiting, Art

Off on an Adventure! - Fantasy

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 310-311

An in-depth discussion of writing fantasy in different styles and length, what to learn from the masters, and how best to give a furry flavor to your epic quest or simple story of might and magic. So get the party together, sharpen your blades and discover what adventure lies ahead. Tags: Writing

Puppeteering 101

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Have you always wanted to try performing with a puppet? Do you have a puppet and want to improve your technique? Join us for a performance basics workshop where we’ll be exploring the three basic principles of puppet performance: Breath, Focus, and Weight. We’ll also dip into lipsync, simple stretches for puppeteers, and some handy tips for beginners. If you have a puppet please bring it with you! Didn’t bring a puppet to the con? There will be a few example puppets to try out, so come on by and join us! Tags: Puppetry

Scouting in the Furry Fandom

1:00pm - 1:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Have you ever been involved in scouting? Have you ever wanted to meet other furs who were involved in scouting as well? Here's your chance! Stop by and meet fellow scouts from around the fandom. Share stories, experiences, and meet new friends! Scouts of all nations and ranks welcome! Tags: Meet & Greet

Furry Text Adventures

1:00pm - 1:55pm DLCC - 406 "Lecture Hall 1"

Gather round, literally, and make your way through some old school text adventures! Draggor, your host, will be subbing in for the computer, so sassy replies are to be expected from sassy commands. Imagine a classic text adventure but as a whole audience cooperative game! Tags: Performance

Sunday Sightseeing Cruise 1

1:00pm - 2:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Furries in Jerseys

1:00pm - 1:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

A meetup and photoshoot for furries in sports jerseys! Come meetup and interact with other jersey/sports furries. At the end of the panel, a photo will be taken. Tags: Meet & Greet

Escape Room ($)

1:00pm - 2:30pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

How To Not Get Scammed Online

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 407 "Lecture Hall 2"

A friend got scammed out of $600 - I don't want that to happen to you. I'm a cybersecurity administrator for the Department of Defense, and I invite you to my cybersecurity panel! I will teach you how to fend off the various online scams specifically targeting us furries and our friends. I will show you real-world examples of what the scams look like, how the scammer operates, how to defeat them, and how you can protect yourself and your friends-so that we can all make sure no one else gets robbed of their convention or their money ever again! No experience, degree, technical knowledge, or certifications required! Come as you are and get ready to learn! Tags: Fandom

Beyond Tamagotchi: The World of Virtual Pets

1:30pm - 2:25pm DLCC - 334

Tamagotchis aren't the only virtual pets on the block! Come learn about bunny roms, GigaPets, and more virtual animals you can keep on a keychain. Enter the digital world with Tig! Tags: Spec. Interest

Collaboration Confuzilication

2:00pm - 3:20pm DLCC - 401-402

Can you draw, doodle or scribble funny animals? Are you quick-witted? Play well with others? Then ""Collaboration Confuzilication!"" is for you! Here's how it works: every player receives a formatted, 4-panel sheet of paper; a word will be chosen at random, and each player will have twelve minutes to draw a picture in the first panel based on that word. Then everyone passes their paper onto the person seated next to them, and a new word is selected for those people to draw a picture based on the new word for the second panel. Sounds easy? Well, it’s not – because the new picture ALSO has to continue the story started in the previous panel! The process is repeated for the third and fourth panels until the page is filled with a masterpiece of collective creativity (and weirdness!). We’ll supply that sheet of paper, but please bring your own pens, pencils, and erasers. Participation is limited to the first 40 people to arrive, but everyone is welcome to stay, observe the action (or take over from an artist who has to leave early) and enjoy the finished collaborations! Tags: Art, Spec. Interest

General Art Show Auction

2:00pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 319-321

The General-Audiences Art Show Auction Tags: Con Event

Deep in the Shadows - Horror & Creepy Writing

2:00pm - 2:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Writing about creepy things can be a fun way to get our thills from the safe distance of a page. So how do we creep readers out or even give them a good scare? Join us as we go in search of that elusive cryptid-the scary/creepy story! Tags: Writing

Milo's Notebook

2:00pm - 3:00pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Join Little Alpha Pup as he takes to the stage once again to bring you an original musical featuring Broadway Classics, Golden-Era Disney, and Original Music! A heartwarming and tear-jerking story of love, heartbreak, and getting back up again, told through song and narration that will leave you feeling a sense of hope. Originally debuted at Megaplex '24 with great reception, and since performed at Midwest Furfest, Nordic Fuzzcon, Eurofurence, Texas Furry Fiesta, and more, this jukebox musical is a must-see for all who love our community! Tags: Music

Arcade 102: Now with PINBALL!

2:00pm - 2:55pm DLCC - 335

Have you seen a certain wah go on with their arcade 101 panel and wish to know more info? WELL LOOK NO FURTHER! This egret will go into what makes pinball and redemption ticket machines tick, so by the time you leave you too can have the basics to run your very own arcade! Tags: Video Gaming, Spec. Interest

Utah Furs Meet

2:00pm - 2:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Are you from Utah or another Mountain West state looking to find your fellow furries here at Anthrocon? Just want to learn about our very interesting and U-nique state? Well then *This Is The Place* for you! Tags: Meet & Greet

Fish Fans Fursuit Meet 'N Greet

2:00pm - 2:50pm Hall C - "AREA A"

Are you a fan of fish? Maybe fish themed fursuits, cosplays, or items? This is the right meet for you! Whether you're a BarkShark, Orca, Eel, or just a fan, come and meet other fish enthusiasts in this fish-tacular themed Fursuit Meet! Tags: Meet & Greet

Orchestral Score Reading

2:00pm - 2:55pm DLCC - 333

Are you a furry musician looking to get some more playing in? This might be the place! We will be doing an open score reading with instrumentation as available. Bring your instrument and come read with us. We have a selection of pieces including works by furry composers and arrangers to read. Tags: Music

Escape Room ($)

2:30pm - 4:00pm DLCC - 411-412 "Escape Room"

Boarding - Sunday Sightseeing Cruise 2

2:30pm - 3:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Furry Pop Punk and Emo Meetup

3:00pm - 3:50pm Hall C - "AREA B"

If you grew up blasting things like Simple Plan, Blink-182 and Fall Out Boy and just never stopped, come down to meet other fans of the Pop-Punk and Emo genres who are also furries! Meet some fellow emo heads, have a little sing along and live out your early 2000s fantasies. Tags: Meet & Greet

Golden Treasure: The Lost Draak

3:00pm - 6:00pm Westin - Fayette

The Hope Panel - PCD & Your Next Big Adventure

3:00pm - 3:55pm DLCC - 315

Feeling down about the end of the con? Come take stock of an amazing weekend and use proven techniques to beat post-con depression and start your next great adventure! Tags: Fandom

Sunday Sightseeing Cruise 2

3:00pm - 4:00pm Waterfront - Cruise Boarding

Writing Wolf's Journey

3:00pm - 3:55pm DLCC - 310-311

Are you interested in writing in furry? I have been working on a multi year webcomic and I will delve into the world on how to create and build a comic. Tags: Writing

Puppet Ninja Warrior

3:00pm - 3:55pm DLCC - 317-318 "Puppetorium"

Are you ready for an extreme obstacle course full of jumps, drops, climbing, and creative solutions? For PUPPETS? Join us for a team-based puppetry activity where you and 2-3 pals pilot a puppet through a precarious miniature obstacle course! You’ll learn how to work as a team to get your puppet through the pitfalls and emerge triumphant! Bring a few pals or get ready to team up with new friends! Tags: Puppetry

Charity Comedy Show

3:00pm - 4:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

As the con rolls onward, come support the charity with a good old fashioned comedy show! This is a ticketed event with proceeds benefitting this year's Charity. Tickets may be purchased at the charity table in the Dealers Room Tags: Comedy, Performance

Bramble & Vine in Concert

3:30pm - 4:30pm Westin - Allegheny Ballroom

Cinna Skunk is back with Aspen Caribou as Bramble & Vine! An Appalachian folk duo based in Kentucky/Indiana, Cinna and Aspen make music about Appalachia, the Furry fandom, and everything in between! Join them for original songs and covers on Baritone Ukulele and Cajon! It's gonna be a hoot and a holler, y'all! Tags: Music

Deer Meet & Bleat

4:00pm - 4:50pm Hall C - "AREA C"

Come meet other deers and fawns around you! We’ll have a Fursuit photo at the end! Tags: Meet & Greet

Closing Ceremonies

5:00pm - 6:30pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Instinct Open Styles Dance Battle (Offsite)

5:00pm - 10:00pm Offsite

LOCATION: 807 Liberty Ave ANTHROCON REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED With Special Guest: JD Puppy! Content Advisory: Recommended for ages 13+ for language. Parental discretion is advised, as some material may include profanity commonly found in contemporary music. Coming back for its third installation, INSTINCT returns to Pittsburgh for 2026! A 1v1 open-styles dance battle, with competitors across the nation, in the heart of Pittsburgh this summer. Taking place at the same time as Anthrocon, a separate furry convention in Pittsburgh, our aim is to promote cultural exchanges never seen before within hip hop and street dance. DJ: DJ Stealth-1 Emcee: Flashbak Judges: J.I.T.A. / Tina / Ill Money

Riley Winters (Sunday Dead Dog Dance)

8:00pm - 9:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Sunday 8pm to 9pm DJ: Riley Winters Genre: Y2K pop, rock, alt Tags: Nightly Dance

RainbowFloof (Sunday Dead Dog Dance)

9:00pm - 10:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Sunday 9pm to 10pm DJ: RainbowFloof Genre: hyperpop, experimental club Tags: Nightly Dance

TRANSISTORS (Sunday Dead Dog Dance)

10:00pm - 11:00pm DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Sunday 10pm to 11pm DJ: TRANSISTORS (Morganite x DRAC-0) Genre: drum & bass Tags: Nightly Dance

GOJII (Sunday Dead Dog Dance)

11:00pm - 12:00am DLCC - Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom (Main Events)

Every night of the convention, our main stage transforms into a world of lights, effects, and electronic music. Sunday 11pm to 12am DJ: GOJII Genre: hybrid live DJ set Join GOJII as they close out the con with a hybrid DJ/live set that is sure to uplift you into better days. Tags: Nightly Dance