Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game similar to that of Mafia and Werewolf with its own unique mechanics. Gather with anywhere from 5-20 players in Ravenswood Bluff to root out the villains in your town, or if you are the dastardly evil players drive the town to its own destruction. Kill with grace and die with dignity when you backstab friends and new friends alike in this top rated social deduction game where death is not the end. SEE SIGNAGE POSTED IN GAMING AREA FOR EXACT SCHEDULE. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Escape Room ($) (Badge Not Required for Thu Session)
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! Want to just play with family or friends? Book a private room by paying for a minimum of 5 tickets in an empty slot. Got a REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! Please check out our online booking website https://www.bookeo.com/furrylogicllc to get your tickets early, or, check out our sales table on site for more info!
One player takes the role of ghost while everyone else represents a medium. To solve the crime, the ghost must first recall by using illustrated cards all of the suspects present on the night of the murder. A number of suspect, location and murder weapon cards are placed on the table, and the ghost randomly assigns one of each of these in secret to a medium
Tabletop BYOG
5:00pm - 12:00amInternational Ballroom (Gaming)
Registration (Pre-Registered only)
5:00pm - 7:00pmHall A West (Registration) (DESCC)
If you're a pre-registered attendee, you are welcome to come pick up your badge during these hours.
Ever wonder what the difference is between tavern style and deep-dish pizza? Not sure whether to visit Millenium Park, Navy Pier, or the Sears Tower? Come learn about the history and culture of Chicago so you can make the most of your visit to this amazing city!
Escape Room ($) (Badge Not Required for Thu Session)
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
There are easily hundreds of Furry Business Owners in attendance at MFF, and our goal is to create a space for business owners to connect, share experiences, and build a support network. There are many unique and challenging aspects to operating a business in the Furry Community, and people don’t have to do it alone. The Furry Chamber of Commerce (FCoC) is a community of business owners and service providers including furry artists, merchandisers, food and beverage, professional services, and much more.
Sinister Sunsets: Jackbox Mayhem with Villainous Vacation Vibes (18+ Only)
A high-energy, interactive panel where attendees play custom Jackbox-style games centered around anthropomorphic villains on vacation. Think evil masterminds sipping piña coladas, plotting world domination from beach cabanas, or sabotaging cruise ships with flair. The tone is playful, dramatic, and full of furry flavor. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Even the fluffiest of us can have a ruff day! Join us for a paw-sitively purr-fect first aid workshop, where we'll cover everything from minor scratches to major emergencies. You'll learn how to: Perform basic first aid Bystander (hands only) CPR and AED Usage Temperature control, hot or cold! Whether you're a seasoned critter or a pup, this class is for you! So come on down and let's have a fur-bulous time! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Sushi Go!
6:00pm - 7:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Sushi Go! takes the card-drafting mechanism of Fairy Tale and 7 Wonders and distills it into a twenty-minute game that anyone can play. Score points for collecting the most sushi rolls or making a full set of sashimi. Dip your favorite nigiri in wasabi
Come and make a beaded charm of your fursona or favorite critter in this beginner-friendly workshop. All materials provided.
Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition
6:00pm - 8:00pmLondon (Gaming)
The House on the Hill still sits abandoned, and a fearless group of explorers has been drawn to the house to discover its dark secrets. Immerse yourself in the narrative gameplay as you take on the role of one of those explorers. The co-operative board game Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition includes fifty haunts and dozens of danger-filled rooms that will terrify even the strongest among you. At first you'll work together, but beware...one explorer will betray the others, and then the haunt begins!
The first of two closed rehearsals for the Furry Variety Show performers and crew. Not open to the public.
Your Imagined Furry Fantasy
6:00pm - 9:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
This light-hearted RPG-esque system designed by SteelTheWarrior was borne of frisky fantasy, silly stories of over-the-top shenanigans and 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!
Werewolves of MFF with Summer Draconian
6:00pm - 11:00pmNarita Room (Gaming)
Use your wits to survive a town with werewolves! Do you have what it takes to defeat werewolves or will it crumble? Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
A series of light hearted debates like "Is pineapple okay on Pizza?" Or "Coke or Pepsi" Participants will move to the side of the room for their position and may be asked to defend it.
Many autistic people, representing numerous subtypes of autism, belong to the furry fandom. Listen to an autistic self-advocate discuss the reasons why autistic people join the furry fandom, issues autistic people within the furry fandom, and how the furry fandom can become more inclusive and accepting of autistic people within the fandom.
Attendees should expect to learn about active listening and empathy skills. They should expect to learn how to establish an organizing committee and what strategies corporations use to counter unionization efforts.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Elevate your Twitch VTuber experience at our exclusive "Twitch VTuber Meetup Networking Panel." Connect with fellow VTubers, share experiences, and forge meaningful connections in this dynamic and supportive community. Whether you're a veteran in the VTuber scene or just starting out, this panel offers a unique chance to expand your network, exchange ideas, and discover new possibilities for growth. Join us for an interactive session where you can build connections that will enhance your VTuber journey on Twitch.
Toon! Heels on Holiday
7:00pm - 9:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Great news! Your gang just pulled of the heist of the century! Now the boss is flying everyone to a resort island for vacation, but he might have an ulterior motive for what he said was a vacation...
Registration (all pre-registered or on-site registration)
7:00pm - 10:00pmHall A West (Registration) (DESCC)
Whether you've pre-registered or would like to purchase your registration, we're ready for you! Anyone in queue by 10pm will be served tonight.
Asexuality in the Furry Fandom with James as James
Many members of the furry fandom identify as asexual, aromantic, and/or on the spectrum of asexuality. Join a discussion about asexuality in the furry fandom, led by an openly asexual and aromantic individual with autism. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Have you ever wanted to know about the endlessly fascinating world of control technology in industrial automation? How are products made? What even is a quality control? Do I need a PLC, HMI, EOAT, Cobot, or SCADA? Learn a little about the current state of the art.
Villainous Flora: A Furry Botany Panel of the Most Wicked Plants on Earth
We will listen to/watch some of the classic and memorable performances and songs from the 69 Years of the Best (and only) Song contest in all of Europe
Have you ever wondered how particle accelerators work? What they're used for? Where can you get one? How can you make your own and take over the world? Of course you have. Join a bunny for a presentation and discussion about his experience working on some of the largest particle accelerators in the world. No prior scientific experience necessary! Bring your questions and death ray jokes.
Photography, quite a fun hobby for a number of us critters. Or maybe it more than a hobby for you! We all love taking pictures, but as pretty as the images may be you might see photography gear in the same light. Film, sensor, or hell, tubes? Bring it on by. It doesn't have to be anything high end; you might have something quirky or unique, and those are fun, too! Drop by and show off what you have. Bonus hint: Fursuiters, this one might be a good one to pop into if you want to get a few more pictures!
Join Little Alpha Pup, as he takes to the stage once again to bring you an original jukebox musical featuring Broadway classics, Golden-Era Disney, and original music! A heartwarming and tear-jerking story, told through song and narrations that will leave you feeling a sense of hope, and a reminder that you are not alone. Originally debuted at Megaplex with great reception, this mini jukebox musical has been refined and enhanced to improve upon the building blocks of the original.
Escape Room ($) (Badge Not Required for Thu Session)
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Sovereign Eclipse
9:00pm - 1:00amCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
Come test out a new Furry sci-fi game being written by SteelTheWarrior (Creator of 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! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Do you work in the film industry or are you just a movie lover? Come on down to the Film Furs panel to hang with your fellow cinephiles and filmmakers!
Furries on the Web: How and Why You Should Make Your Own Website
My panel is about making websites to post on the indie web and the importance of having an alternative online space to the soul sucking algorithms of social media
Join us as we play Love Island, with a twist! Compete in tasks and challenges to find love and survive on one of the world's most dangerous competition games, Death Match Island. Select volunteers from the audience will be our competitors, and the remaining will help dictate the style of play. They'll get to have fun key parts as NPCs with goals of their own. The system will be taught to everyone, kept simple, so low stakes with high fun. So if you love reality TV, want to watch some shenanigans, or want to see how well your improv/quick thinking skills work, come join us for a thrilling episode of DEATH MATCH ISLAND PRESENTS: Fur Match Island - Where Love may be the only non-lethal option. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Blood on The Clocktower - "Trouble Brewing, Beginner Friendly"
9:00pm - 11:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Over-Rated/Fun employed
9:00pm - 11:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Overrated is the party game in the style of Cards Against Humanity/Funemployed is a card-based party game in which everyone's trying to become employed. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
The 90's are ALL THAT! Nickelodeon Trivia and Discussion
Are you a fan of 3D artwork? A fan of VR Social platforms like VRChat, Resonite, or even VTubing programs? Do you use programs like Blender, Unity, Substance Painter, Maya, ZBrush, Unreal Engine, or anything similar? You might be in the right place! This Meetup is all about mingling with like-minded creators and to just share what you've made! We whole heartedly welcome avatar creators, texture artists, asset creators, base editors, all of that and more are fully welcome at this meet! If you're aspiring to become a creator, this might be a great place to seek advice as well!
Presenting a furry adaptation of the popular UK panel show Taskmaster: TASKMAST:3R!! Will our five intrepid fuzzballs conquer the bizarre tasks that have been laid out at their paws or will they succumb to the pressure and bear witness to the Taskmaster’s ruthlessness? This fusion of pre-recorded lunacy and zany in-studio shenanigans will have you bowled over laughing, and only periodically questioning the future of humanity. NOTE: This event will be a live taping of an “episode” that will be edited and uploaded online when everything is said and done—the first of many, we’d like to hope! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Opening Show Flash Mob Open Casting - KPop Demon Hunters "Golden" (Badge Not Required for Thu Session)
Want to perform a dance number during opening ceremonies? Learn some dance choreography to the song Golden from Kpop Demon Hunters! Badge not required for the Thursday tutorial and casting direction session, but registered attending badge will be required to join in the Opening Ceremonies performance. Attendance required to participate in the flash mob. Costumes not required for this Thursday session. Contents of the video will be taught during the Thursday session. Feel free to review ahead of time to get a head start! https://youtu.be/QozXT5RHmgo?si=iS-7MWFaw34-9Gov Final performance will have dancers on stage or in front of the stage (or even in the aisles if that many wish to perform!) during Opening Ceremonies on Friday, Dec 5, at 11AM in the Grand Ballroom, with a call time and roll call as early as 10AM. Depending on volume of interest, casting for being on stage will prioritize those that intend to wear safe-for-dance themed costumes or fursuits!
Get your Villainous Vacation off to a great start at our Thursday Night Dance! Talented DJs and an amazing light show will dazzle and entertain. Note: Dances are 18+ only. Proof of age required for entry. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some music content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Is your fursona from mythos or folklore? Supernatural or spooky? Perhaps you escaped the SCP Foundation or crash landed from outer space? Maybe you're just a fan of the kooky and spooky. Welcoming all mythological, supernatural, xenological, and generally unorthodox suitors and sonas to come hang out and take photos.
Imagine a scenario where a comedic pony, known for his entertaining performances and knack for storytelling, takes the spotlight on a virtual stage to share anecdotes from his own experiences. With a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous grin on his face, the talented equine performer regales the audience with detailed accounts of real events that have unfolded in his life. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Artists Alley/Marketplace (Sign Up)
9:00am - 12:00pmHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
This event is not open to the public and is intended for potential marketplace vendors only. Successful vendors will be announced at noon.
Dealer Setup (Closed to Public)
9:00am - 12:30pmHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Dealers may access the Dealers Halls to setup during this time.
Art Show - Artist setup
9:00am - 6:00pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
Come visit our silent auction Art Show. Bidding begins at 1:00 today and ends with a rolling close starting at 7pm on Saturday. Don't forget to get a bidder number. Visit https://www.furfest.org/vendors/art-show to learn more!
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Trouble Brewing, Beginner Friendly"
10:00am - 12:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Let's Go! To Japan
10:00am - 12:00pmLondon (Gaming)
In Let's Go! To Japan, you are a traveler planning, for a vacation to Japan. The game consists of thirteen rounds in which players draw activity cards illustrated by Japan-based artists and strategically place them in different days in their week-long itinerary.
Need assistance during the convention? Our team can help with accessibility wristbands, ASL interpreter requests, reporting access concerns, and more. If you’re feeling lost or overwhelmed, we’re here to help and point you in the right direction.
Registration (all pre-registered or on-site registration)
10:00am - 8:00pmHall A West (Registration) (DESCC)
Whether you've pre-registered or would like to purchase your registration, we're ready for you!
Come join FurAbilities! A meet and greet for Furries with disabilities and allies to connect, share stories, and find community. This is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for anyone living with physical, mental, sensory, or invisible disabilities to find community within the fandom. Whether you're looking to make friends, talk about your experiences, or just hang out with folks who "get it," you're welcome here!
It may be a villains vacation, but it's definitely not for everyone at MFF as we throw open the doors to the big show and open Midwest FurFest for 2025! Come be entertained, amused, and informed as you learn more about what this year's con has in store and we introduce our Guests of Honor, our Charity Partner, and share important and exciting details on what promises to be a fantastic weekend! Featuring performances by Nava, Chester the Geroo, Zeus, Ringer, and a special appearance by MF Raccoon!
Learn all the ins and outs 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!
Want to learn about scuba or not sure if the adventure is there? Well swim on over and let me teach you a few things. I'm a 4 year seasoned commercial diver and I would love to have you in my talk about the world of both scuba diving and commercial diving. I hope that by the end you find it fun to join a massive community of water goers and underwater sight seers. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Dorfromantik: The Board Game
11:00am - 1:00pmLondon (Gaming)
In Dorfromantik: The Board Game, up to six players work together to lay hexagonal tiles to create a beautiful landscape and try to fulfill the orders of the population, while at the same time laying as long a track and as long a river as possible, but also taking into account the flags that provide points in enclosed areas.
Villainous Vacation Sparing Match! Magic the Gathering Commander Tournament
11:00am - 4:00pmDaVinci (Gaming)
CHOOSE YOUR FIGHTER: Beach Side Ring DUELS Villains only, no creeps! We are running the commander bracket system, link below, and setting the bracket to 2. To go with the theme this year, it is encouraged to bring a villain character as your commander. This is not just the creature type Villain but your Rouges, Pirates, Assassins, Etc.... Pods of 4 single elimination. When we have 4 winners they will make a pod and play till we have one player left as the winner of the sparing match. https://playingmtg.com/commander-brackets/ Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Blood on the Clocktower with Ocean and Zazelss
11:00am - 11:00pmMirabel (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game similar to that of Mafia and Werewolf with its own unique mechanics. Gather with anywhere from 5-20 players in Ravenswood Bluff to root out the villains in your town, or if you are the dastardly evil players drive the town to its own destruction. Kill with grace and die with dignity when you backstab friends and new friends alike in this top rated social deduction game where death is not the end. SEE SIGNAGE POSTED IN GAMING AREA FOR EXACT SCHEDULE. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all critters scaly, slimy, aquatic, and insectoid! Stop by to mingle, take photos, and chat with your fellow non-mammalian furs. Fursuits not required - come as you are!
Cons are a magical place where people can let loose and have fun. Make the Magic last all year long with this hybrid style panel and meet and greet to get started right away!
Welcome to Making 3D Furries! In this panel you will learn about the general ins and outs of creating your fursona in Blender 3D. Learn about Modeling, Sculpting, Retopology, Unwrapping, Texturing, Rigging, and more!
We all start somewhere, and it's no different for writing. Whether you hope to one day write the Great American Furry Novel, or just want to do better at the stories you share with friends, come and learn some of the basics of good storytelling and some of the pitfalls and common beginner mistakes to avoid.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Meet fellow Asexual furs and join in discussions and personal stories about finding out what it means to be Asexual. Garlic Bread sadly not included Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
Watch a professional recorder player as he performs melodies that are popular within the furry fandom, related "nerd" fandoms, and various vacation themes, all on the recorder.
Artists Alley/Marketplace (Artist Set-Up)
12:00pm - 1:00pmHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
This event is not open to the public and is intended artist set up only.
Don’t Panic! How to Save Your Costume (and Your Sanity)
Whether you're a first-time fursuiter/cosplayer or a seasoned competitor, this panel is your crash course in avoiding wardrobe disasters and fixing them fast. Learn how to prepare your costume for the chaos of a convention, build a repair kit tailored to your cosplay, and handle emergencies like a pro. We'll cover everything from mobility and overheating prevention, on-the-spot fixes, what adhesives to trust when everything’s falling apart, and how to clean your costume after disaster ensues.
It's Snowing Cats and Dogs: Animal paper snowflake making
Craft your way into winter with snowflakes’ unique symmetry and explore how we can fit amazing animals into this natural pattern. This activity features my original designs as cutting patterns, as well as instruction on the fundamental structure so you can make your own designs. Supplies are provided but in person participation will be limited by scissors and sharing. But anyone can observe along and grab a paper pattern for the road!
In this panel we are providing some R&R! Rat and Roku are creating an hour for attendees to color some coloring pages with crayons at their own leisure. We know the con space can be overwhelming at times, and we'd like to give you an opportunity to distract yourself and decompress. Come and go at anytime for the duration of the panel. Coloring pages and ONLY crayons will be provided as well as plain white paper for those who prefer to freehand.
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!
Are you the best dancer in the fandom? Do you have it takes to shake a tail feather? Come prove that you've got the moves to take you to the top of MFF's Annual Fursuit Dance Competition! Fursuiters/dancers will compete against one another for a chance to perform on the main ballroom's stage at the Finals! Visit https://www.furfest.org/events/dance-comp for more information on how to sign up. This event NOT open to the public for viewing.
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
Dealers Den - SPONSOR ACCESS ONLY
12:30pm - 1:00pmHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Sponsors and Shiny Sponsors may access the Dealers Halls during this preview period. After 1pm, all Guests may access the Dealers Halls. Note: To access the Adult Dealers Hall, you must be 18 years of age or over.
This is a casual meetup for furries with careers in the trades who are interested in socializing and connecting with likeminded furs! Trades Include: carpenters, plumbers, mechanics, construction workers, electricians, pipefitters, and many more! If you work hard with your paws, this is the meetup for you!
Rats and mice and squirrels and beavers and chipmunks and capybaras and guinea pigs and hamsters and chinchillas and cavies and degus and gerbils and jerboas and porcupines and gophers and muskrats and prairie dogs and naked mole rats and nutrias and I hope I didn't miss your species and flying squirrels and lemmings and agoutis and dormice and kangaroo mice and kangaroo rats and groundhogs and voles and... and... and...
You gotta admit, the bad guys *always* get the best songs, right? I'm Chester, a geroo from outer space who loves to sing, and I can't wait to share some of the most satisfyingly evil songs and arias out there from musical theater and opera. "Be Prepared" for songs like Frolo's "Hellfire" from Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Rasputin's "In The Dark Of The Night" from Anastasia, to opera arias like Iago's "Credo in un dio crudel" from Otello, "Ha! Welch Ein Augenblick!" from Fidelio, and "Scintille Diamant" from Tales Of Hoffman. - Come revel in villainy with me, and I promise… “You’ll Be Back” (that, that was a reference to the king’s song in Hamilton… just in case you didn’t catch that one).
Come meet pilots & other aviation furries! Includes a panel and meet & greet component.
Charity Table & Silent Auction
12:30pm - 7:00pmHall F (Dealers Room) (DESCC)
Help raise funds for this year's MFF Charity by bidding on wonderful items in the annual silent auction. The table is located in the Dealers Den and runs Friday 12:30pm to 7:00pm and on Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm.
LEARN TO BE A VILLAIN FROM THE BEST, THE SUPER VILLAIN HIMSELF! This panel will be covering everything you need to know to step into a world of crime. We’ll be covering everything from hiring goons, to setting up lairs, and even thwarting the good guys before they can even say “Up, up and away!” We’ll even help you with those evil laughs! Learn something new while you connect and mingle with other ne’er-do-wells on this Villainous Vacation. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
From the FYP to MFF, come Meetup with fellow TikTok and short form content creators and enjoyers! Make fun videos, collaborate with fellow furs, share ideas and tips on how to improve your videos and more!
Flip 7
1:00pm - 2:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Flip over cards one by one without flipping the same number twice. Sound easy? Think again! This isn't just any deck of cards… In Flip 7 there's only one 1 card, two 2's, three 3’s, etc. plus a bunch of special cards that can score you extra points, give you a second chance, or freeze you or your opponents in your tracks.
Introduction to Korps - Explore the Queer Supervillain Setting
When Superheroes protect a corrupt status quo that villainizes queer people, queer supervillains will rise to fight back. Learn about furry's shared literary universe, the stories, and the notable characters. NOTE: Panel may contain discussion about sexual themes but will not have any sexually explicit content. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
This is a fursuiter version of The Price Is Right where fursuiters are called to come on down to Contestants Row. Winner plays a pricing game and goes on to The Showcase Showdown where the winner goes on to The Showcase. The fursuiter that has won the most in cash and prizes wins a badge commission.
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Sects & Violets, Moderate Difficulty"
1:00pm - 3:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Art Show - Open for bidding
1:00pm - 6:00pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
Come visit our silent auction Art Show. Bidding begins at 1:00 today and ends with a rolling close starting at 7pm on Saturday. Don't forget to get a bidder number. Visit https://www.furfest.org/vendors/art-show to learn more!
Artists Alley/Marketplace
1:00pm - 7:00pmHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
Dealers Den
1:00pm - 7:00pmHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Bigger and better than ever, the Dealers Den is THE place to shop and support your community's artists, makers, writers, and more! Note: To enter the Adult Dealers Hall, you must be 18 years of age or older.
Work that tail! Stop on by and mug for our camera, and get some wonderful fursuit pictures to remember the con by! Friday 1pm-8pm Saturday 11am-8pm Sunday 11am-4pm
Among Us, Not Impostors: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Feeling like you’re just a copycat among real talent? That everyone else *actually* creative, funny, or skilled but you're moments away from being exposed as a fraud? It's not just you! Imposter Syndrome can make it ruff to perform at work, share art, socialize, or even enjoy the fandom. Let’s take a vacation from self-doubt, trade tips for finding your pack, and learn to proudly show off your creative side.
A little "getaway" for sober furries to connect with one another and share their experience, strength, and hope in sobriety. This is an open meeting, all are welcome!
Learn how to pamper your pooch in between salon visits! This panel is designed for owners to learn the basics of at home maintenance. We'll go over bathing and drying techniques, proper brushing for a variety of coat types, and de-mystify de-shedding and de-matting. In addition, we'll talk product and equipment so you know what's worth your time and hard earned money.
Sticker swap and trinket trade at the intergalactic trading post! Bring your stickers and stuff to trade with fellow furs who also love to sticker bomb! Have nothing to trade? Fear not, Xanu will accept a quick notebook doodle for sticker or another oddity! You never know what you might find. Let's trade!
Calling all Hazbin Hotel & Helluva Boss fans! Come meet your fellow Hellaverse-obsessed furries for a casual meetup. Sing your favorite songs, share art, theories, merch and more! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Join us for a collecting of games from the website Gartic Phone. Come sit around a table drawing and writing silly ideas. We'll play a standard game of Telephone, Popcorn a story, then collaborate on a single drawing. Paper to be provided at the door, bring your pens and pencils!
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.
Ironclaw: This Too Shall Pass
2:00pm - 4:00pmLondon (Gaming)
I am in need of some brave people to assist me in moving my wares. An early freeze has caused sea routes to become unusable so goods need to be carted over land, through the treacherous Chavernaise Pass...
Ironclaw: Intro Game
2:00pm - 5:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Generate characters and learn how to play the current version of IronClaw Anthropomorphic Fantasy RPG! A short adventure will be run after character generation to introduce the system, time permitting. Materials provided.
Lines, lines, and more lines: How to make your lineart better
Learn from a convention artist who has spent 4+ years studying lineart professionally! This will be an informative panel going over the psychology of lineart, small and easy tricks to immediately make your lines better, and ask questions!
Looking to land that dream job? Join Edwin@Work in a discussion about how to conduct a job search, write a resume, and prepare for an interview. Edwin has a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and is familiar with jobs from a wide range of professions. Come join the panel for an inside scoop on how to get a job! There will be an open Q&A at the end of the presentation, so bring your job-searching questions.
Taught by Theome from the furry dance crew Paws for Effect, this workshop is a class to help you develop and apply an understanding of foundational movement within street dance. This workshop (presented through a popping lens) will give dancers of all levels and styles the opportunity to develop grounding in how to use and create your own grooves, and to actively move around in space with rhythm. This workshop will be a participatory panel, so please be prepared to use your body to be one with the funk.
Got any big questions for some of the fandom’s biggest creators? (Biggest, get it?) If you want to know how to grow your skills, your audience, or your appreciation of art, writing, music, celebrating size, this is for you! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or over.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!!! This panel goes over the ins and outs of American football. Covering the rules, various positions, the NFL and other information. If you're new to the sport or a seasoned pro, this panel is for you!
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.
Like rock, metal, pop, techno, or dubstep music? PsychoticFox returns to MFF with a BANG this 2025 for a fun concert of original songs and covers from their catalog of music based off of original stories and nerdcore, with songs based off Five Nights at Freddy’s, Helluva Boss, Murder Drones, and The Amazing Digital Circus! But watch out, the villainous conquering kangaroo, Jack Rezillian, sworn enemy of Vengar and PsychoticFox may be lurking behind the scenes during the show… PsychoticFox is a growing musician with 24k subscribers, and 8 albums under their belt, and has had performing experience from plenty of conventions like TFF, Megaplex 2023, Denfur, BLFC, MFF, and MomoCon, and has also done plenty of VRChat concerts! Come join PsychoticFox as they end off their third year of performing! Please note: this event will have limited seating with mainly open floor space suitable for sitting or standing. Chairs are available further back in the room for those who need them. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
So your kid dragged you here as their chaperone to this "Midwest FurFest" 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.
Ask Me About My Shells: Snails and Gender Shenanigans
Ever picked up a seashell at the beach and wondered where it came from? Come learn about the forgotten world of Mollusks! This time, we'll be talking about how many Mollusks defy our expectations of gender and sexuality, from gay slugs to trans snails! Life finds a way! PLEASE bring any shells you may have at home for identification plus a show and tell! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Two Rooms and a Boom
3:00pm - 5:00pmNarita Room (Gaming)
In Two Rooms and a Boom – a social deduction/hidden role party game for six or more players – there are two teams: the Red Team and the Blue Team. The Blue Team has a President. The Red Team has a Bomber. Players are equally distributed between two rooms (i.e., separate playing areas). The game consists of five timed rounds. At the end of each round, some players will be swapped into opposing rooms. If the Red Team's Bomber is in the same room as the President at the end of the game, then the Red Team wins; otherwise the Blue Team wins. Lying encouraged
Your Imagined Furry Fantasy
3:00pm - 6:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
This light-hearted RPG-esque system designed by SteelTheWarrior was borne of frisky fantasy, silly stories of over-the-top shenanigans and 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!
This panel is about how to identify and cook invasive species as a cheap and effective way to bring conservation into the daily lives of concerned citizens. There would also be free recipe cards.
Come learn about the fun art form of Origami. We will learn the basics of this ancient art and have hands on examples. Lots of origami paper will be provided.
Calling all feathered and winged friends! Do you like birds? Would you like to meet other birds? Come on by and hang out & flock together. Meet your fellow kin and make friends in this general all-around fun fursuiting and photoshoot!
It wouldn't be a vacation without swimsuits now, would it? Come show off your fursona wearing a swimsuit! There will be a competition for best one-piece, best bikini, and best overall. This will be a great opportunity to take some pictures as well. Don't forget sunblock! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Meet Other trainers and see what Your Umas can do in Room Matches.
Shiny Sponsor Reception #1 - The Villainous Villa
4:00pm - 5:00pmVentanas (Hyatt Regency O'Hare)
If you are a Shiny Sponsor, please join us for the banquet perfect for a villainous vacation. Go to the elevators on the Hyatt entry level and select the 'Ventanas' Floor, don't forget to bring your ticket that you picked up from VIP services at registration which will indicate which of the two sessions you should attend! Menu will be posted soon!
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
When you need your minions to carry out your master plan, you can't be afraid to be the villain. Icefang and Yao, two members of the Furality Acting Coach Team, will share their insight and experiences as vocal directors for multiple audio productions and award-winning VR film projects. Through live volunteer exercises and personal anecdotes, they will show you how you can improve your craft whether you are a voice actor, director, or producer. Learn different approaches for bringing vocal performances to life and how to work effectively alongside creative project managers. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Have you created an original character? It’s a good character, but do you want to make that character better? More evil? More relatable? More three-dimensional? You’re in luck! For I, The OC Doctor, am here to help! Relatable flaws, easily understandable goals, a moral code, or lack thereof! All these traits, techniques, and more will help you make your best original character! Trust me. I’m a Doctor. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
*MANDATORY* Preliminary event for Floor Wars. Please see the following link for sign-ups as no in person sign-ups will be accepted! Please read the Official Rules and Battle Format document prior to signing up: https://www.FurFest.org/events/floor-wars Please also note that this event is not for open to the public viewing. Please only attend if you are trying out or a handler for said person. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Trouble Brewing, Beginner Friendly"
4:00pm - 6:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
If you're a die hard horror fan, a kaiju lover, or a haunter, you know nothing beats a highly detailed practical costume. Learn from Sharp Shot EFX how to design, sculpt, and assemble a head to toe rubber creature suit to make your worst nightmares come true.
A brief Introduction to Warhammer lore and tabletop. Looking to find what the games are all about or where to start? Maybe you just want to learn a brief history of the worlds and lore? How about the arts & Crafts side of it! All and maybe more will be discussed here as we dive into the worlds of 40k, The Old World, and Age of Sigmar! (featuring a portion of my unfortunately unpainted Tyranids collection!)
Have you ever wanted to make an animated cartoon of your own? Want to join the ever expanding "indie animation" community? Corey Beepington, creator of internet cartoon shorts such as "Pretty Kitty", "Eviction Day", and the "ACEPOSTING" series will walk you through the process of script to final scene! There will be lots of useful tips, tricks, and software recommendations along the way to get you started on your animation journey!
Have you always been curious to know about Tarot cards as a form of divination or have you been doing it for years? Here's your chance to join us for our fifth year doing this panel. Find out what Tarot is all about and how to get started on your own.
Step right up to the second year of the Circus Furs Meet n' Honk! Come one and come all! Clowns, jesters, mimes, whatever suits your fancy! From creepy to cute, colorful to monochrome. The circus is back in town, and we are just waiting for you to join the show!
Furry Quiplash is the standard Jackbox game but now with a furry twist! Contestants will answer custom made questions, all of which will be related to the furry fandom, the convention theme, and other similar things. Questions will range from mild to spicy, so it is intended for people over 18. The winners will get sweet rewards.
"I Don't Have Ducks in a Row, I Have Squirrels at a Rave" - Life With, and Understanding, ADHD
Part comedy, part education, and part “oh wow, I thought it was just me.” We’ll talk about what ADHD actually is (and isn’t), why executive function feels like trying to herd caffeinated ferrets, and how living with ADHD impacts relationships, creativity, work, and daily life. Whether you’ve been diagnosed, are still figuring it out, or just love someone who has a brain like a browser with 200 tabs open, you’ll leave with a clearer understanding, some practical tools, and hopefully a sense of solidarity. Come for the laughs, stay for the science, and maybe walk away feeling a little less like a rave squirrel and a little more like you can work with the ones you’ve got.
Get ready for… Otter Chaos! This furry video game music band is back for another chaotic concert at MFF! They perform original arrangements of tunes from game series such as Mario, Sonic, Undertale and Pokémon. This live concert will feature boss battle music and villain themes from video games both old and new, performed by a wild ensemble of instruments including: accordion, steelpans, electric violin, theremin and more!
FVS Green Room (PRIVATE EVENT)
5:00pm - 10:00pmNorth Central Room (Programming)
FVS Performers will use this space as their green room. This area is not open to the public.
Diplomacy
5:00pm - 10:00pmDaVinci (Gaming)
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. Then when the timer sounds all players will return to the board, write orders for their armies and fleets 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.
Calling all nurses, doctors, EMTs, therapists, vets, med students, and healthcare-adjacent furries! Whether you sling stethoscopes by day or just love helping others, this is your prescription for fun and connection. Come meet fellow furs who live the scrubs life, share stories from the ER to the exam room, vent (respecting privacy, of course!), and maybe even discover who else knows how to chart and chirp. Casual, supportive, and judgment-free—no insurance or copay needed!
Shiny Sponsor Reception #2 - The Evil Estate
5:30pm - 6:30pmVentanas (Hyatt Regency O'Hare)
If you are a Shiny Sponsor, please join us for the banquet perfect for a villainous vacation. Go to the elevators on the Hyatt Entry floor and select the 'Ventanas' Floor, don't forget to bring your ticket that you picked up from VIP services at registration which will indicate which of the two sessions you should attend! Menu will be posted soon!
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Bras and Binders for Beginners - everything you wanted or (didn't want) to know about chest holders
An inclusive intro to bra fitting for cis, trans, enby bodies and everyone in-between! Bra shopping can be scary - come learn how to figure out your size, shape, what a well-fitting bra means, and how to get your desired look. We will go over binders, minimizers, push-ups, the care and feeding of your bra collection, and whatever the heck a "t-shirt" bra is. Come in a tight tank top if you aren't afraid of a fitting! We will also have bras (and hopefully some binders!) donated to take home. If you have any in good condition to donate, please bring them to the event to find a loving new home. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Join Noah Fox for a live musical performance of original songs and covers. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Gonna Fluff You Up! A Bullying Enthusiasts Meetup (18+ Only)
This is a meet and greet for furries interested in bully play. Nerdy geeks and sporty jocks alike will gather and discuss what makes our scene special. Don't forget your shoulder pads or your pocket protectors! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only. While bullying scenes often feature themes of humiliation, impact play, degradation, and other fun stuff, please ask before discussing such topics with your newfound jerks and scrubs.
We all know there are things we can't just say at any point. This goes double when dealing with all those pesky body parts. Come join us for a discussion of the every day issues, with a more adult tone. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
How to Build a D&D Dungeon (a guide for Game Masters, Final Bosses, and the occasional player survival)
Are you a GM seeking to improve your dungeons? A player hoping to survive the dungeons your GM creates after this presentation? Or perhaps you're a misunderstood BBEG that needs a lair that will actually dispatch those meddling heroes once and for all, but in a classy way with homelife decor packages included? We've got you covered! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
A how-to talk on the software and methodology of creating your own indie animation, featuring my short film Bora Bora Honeymoon as an example. Examples will include traditional hand animation as well as mocap and puppet rigs. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Birds are distinct in their anatomy, physiology, and perspective on the world. If you strive to create realistic anthropomorphized avian societies and culture, this panel is for you. We'll discuss what makes a bird a bird and provide examples of adaptations that bridge the gap between avian realism and making stories that are relatable to human readers.
Furry Visual Novel Showcase: Hearts Faster Than Light and Temptation's Ballad (18+ Only)
Several professional voice actors are performing live readings of Hearts Faster Than Light and Temptation's Ballad at MFF! This is the third installment of this panel, but this year we'll be getting NSFW-naughty with it. Featuring a Q&A with the creators Arcadia and Shirokoi! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
You Don't Have To Be Nice - A Panel On Setting Boundaries for Artists
Are you an artist in the fandom? Do you have trouble dealing with pushy clients, people nagging you about your work, or inappropriate comments on your pieces? Come learn some tips on how to professionally (but firmly) shut down these sorts of interactions, and how to decline requests from people you don't want to work with. Never trade your happiness for a paycheck! You shouldn't be mean, but once somebody makes you feel uncomfortable, you don't have to be nice. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
All horses, unicorns, ponies, zebras, and other equine critters and clip cloppers are welcome to join us on our horse herd run! (You don't have to run, it will be mostly a walk) We will be meeting at the panel room, taking a group photo, then proceeding throughout the convention, collecting donations for the convention's charity along the way, then returning to the panel room! The first 20 minutes will be waiting for all horses to arrive, at which point we'll be taking the photo, then the run (walk) will take place. Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this event.
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!
Are you a furry who is blind, low-vision, or just curious about how vision loss intersects with furry creativity and community? Come join us for an honest, funny, and supportive discussion. We’ll swap stories about how we navigate conventions, art, fursuiting, and online spaces, share tips for accessibility, and celebrate the unique perspectives blind/low-vision furries bring to the fandom. Allies and sighted friends welcome!
Harm Reduction for your Villainous Vacation (18+ Only)
If you're partying hard this weekend with booze, drugs, and/or sex, stop by our harm reduction panel! We’ll talk about how ‘set’, ‘setting’, and ‘dose’ moderate the effects of alcohol, marijuana, and other commonly used ‘party’ drugs. We’ll also review ways to reduce the risks of using these substances alongside a discussion of safer sex practices. Like any good party, you’ll come away with a few party favors like condoms, Narcan, and fentanyl testing strips! **Please be aware that any discussion of where to source illicit drugs from will not be tolerated during the panel.** This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Nub confessional, solo travel as a female in the fandom
Stories and advice. I've been traveling solo for work, conventions and fun most of my adult life. As a strong woman there are still things that scare me and probably you as well! Come hear stories, tips, advice and maybe you have some tips to share as well! Let's empower each other and talk about the good the bad and the downright terrifying aspects of solo travel! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
The long-running Furry Variety Show at MFF showcases top talent from the fandom in a wide range of acts including vocalists, musicians, comedians, and more! Don't miss one of the most popular events at FurFest, but get there early as there is limited seating!
Albedo: Platinum Catalyst
7:00pm - 10:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
The tabletop game inspired by and dedicated to the epic, sci-fi militaristic comic universe that Steve Gallacci created, 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?
Ironclaw: Sister in Peril
7:00pm - 10:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Lady Mircalla beseeches your assistance in rescuing her sister from an unholy beast that has taken her sister. Time is of the essence, for the captor is an Oupire, and threatens to drain the life of its victim before long!
toki pona - An Introduction to the World's Smallest Language
Ever wanted to learn a language but can't remember thousands of words? toki pona might just be for you! Come learn about the constructed language of only 120 words. kama pona a!
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 furry adult stories from great furry adult writers. You might even leave with a free book! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
From the Epic of Gilgamesh to Turning Red, human to animal transformation has been a part of our culture, tradition, and stories. From early shamans and myths to folklore and fables to our modern comics and movies, there are countless stories involving transformation. Join us for an in-depth presentation as we look through the common tropes and elements, the different types of werewolves and werecreatures, and the modern TF community.
It's the Friday edition of the popular MFF Fursuit Games! Up to 60 fursuiters will be welcomed onto 4 teams which will compete in a series of wild and exciting games. Audience members are highly encouraged and will help determine the champion of these Games!
Do you love thick, fluffy, and beautifully round characters? Then come on down to the Fatfur Roundup, this is the meetup for you. We're big, hefty and plump all around. If you have one, don't forget to waddle in with your sketchbook! Intended for mature audiences. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Are you an artist who enjoys drawing vore? Come swap sketchbooks with other artists of similar interests, draw, chill, and hang out. Make sure to bring your own sketchbooks and supplies! (Limited amount of extra pencils and paper pads also available.) It's also recommended to bring a small printout of your character ref(s)! This panel is for those 18 years of age and older.
Come join the Chicago Pet Patrols' discussion panel as we scratch the surface of Pet Play. We will discuss the basics and answer audience questions. It does not matter how you identify or your experience level; everyone is welcome. This panel is for those 18 years or older.
How to Use Mediation & Related Techniques for Settling Disputes
Have you ever been in a disagreement, an argument, or other dispute? Of course; everyone has! You've probably also found that mending fences or addressing the issues at the core of the dispute (be it personal, legal, or otherwise) can seem nearly impossible. This panel will explore certain tips and tricks for facilitating communication between parties, whether as a mediator or as one of the parties to the dispute. This panel will draw from various sources, including law, mediation, arbitration, psychology, etc.--but the information is broadly applicable and can be used in almost any scenario!
African Savanna Animals Meet-n-Greet and Photoshoot
A meet-n-greet for all those critters that live on the African Savanna such as yeens, lions, cheetas, AWDs, zebras, impalas, anteaters, and more! You don't need to have a suit to attend, but suiting is highly encouraged! We'll be taking species photos during the meet n' greet and posting them online for attendees to download.
Furry karaoke returns to MFF for two nights this year! This first opportunity to get up there and show your stuff is hosted by Bugsy & Jj. Come sing or just be part of the audience and cheer on your favourite performers! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Scurrow (one of this year's G.O.H's) performs acoustic songs in this more intimate setting. Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance.
Do you love collecting house plants? Do you want to meet more furries into the same hobbies as you? Then this panel is for you! Come Join us for our first Midwest FurFest Plant Swap and Meet! Bring those old cuttings lying around and come swap them out for other plants. Swap tips and tricks with taking care of house plants. Or just all around join us and meet plant enthusiasts like you!
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
You've been to panels on world-building, character development, even how to run the business side of being a writer. But now it's time to actually write a story. At this panel, we'll have an in-depth look at putting sentences together, figuring out story flow, and (by the time we're done) actually have the start of a story done. Learn the craft by doing the craft. This will be this panel's fifth year; it's really been a blast to run in the past. This panel is for those 18 years of age and older.
From risqué poses to plush fursuit bits - anything goes, except nudity. Please wear proper attire for all ages on your way to and from the photoshoot. This event is for costumed performers and handlers only. No photography is permitted except by convention staff. No spectators. 18+ ONLY. Friday 9pm-12am Saturday 9pm-12am
Lupus in Tabula
9:00pm - 1:00amNarita Room (Gaming)
Your village has a problem. A werewolf problem. Every night the werewolves rise up with a hunger for human flesh. Your only hope is to work together with your fellow villagers to discover which among you is secretly a bloodthirsty beast, and put them on the chopping block! Or maybe you wish to fill your belly and see the rivers run red. Join Sable for this fandom-favorite social deduction game!
Pet and Handler Meet & Sniff (Meet & Greet) (18+ Only)
Are you a human pup? A pet? A handler? A furry? All of the above? What about a friend or curious individual about any of the above? Chicago Pet Patrol is sponsoring a pet, and handler meet & sniff (meet & greet) to encourage a crossover between all of our animalistic friends. This panel is for those 18 years of age and older
Are you a manokit, shark, sea otter, fish, or another aquatic based species? Come to the Bark and Shark meet-up to play games and meet other aquatic life like you.
Come join us for an open, judgment-free Q&A panel centering trans experiences within the furry fandom! Whether you're questioning, newly out, a longtime member of the trans community, or just here to listen and learn, this is a space to ask questions—big or small—about gender, identity, transition, community, and how it all intersects with being a furry. Hosted by trans furs from across the spectrum, we’ll share personal stories, offer advice, and help bust myths along the way. Respectful curiosity is welcome; hate is not. Let’s celebrate authenticity, connection, and the many ways we show our pride—tails, paws, and all.
Come by to go into how to do a rough sketch of your fursona and characters, and how I approach color picking in order to provide a good direction for a character.
Join me, Hal Aetus, for a reading from Whiterock, my most recent novel where civilized birds have built kingdoms on humanity's ruins. Meet the characters, learn about their friendships and faults, and immerse yourself in their world of bloody danger and soaring beauty. Bring your pillow, your blankie, and a favorite plush, or friend, to snuggle as I tell you a story. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Prepare to shake those tails! It's time for the Friday Night Dance at MFF! Note: Dances are 18+ only. Proof of age (adult badge) required for entry. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some music content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Sovereign Eclipse
10:00pm - 2:00amCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
Come test out a new Furry sci-fi game being written by SteelTheWarrior (Creator of 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! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Hit me baby one more time: Introduction to Impact Kinkplay (18+ Only)
Introductory class for impact play. Everyone is welcomed from beginners to experts that want to refresh their knowledge. I will talk about consent, technique and aftercare during the panel. No live demos in this panel, but I will be bringing my impact toys for everyone to see and touch. Dip your toes in the exciting world of impact play. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
In today's dog-eat-dog world, it's either eat or be eaten. At the Midwest Vore Fest Meet & Eat, preds and prey alike can come hang out, chat with, and meet fellow furs who share an interest in voracious activities like consuming prey or objects, being consumed, or both! This 18+ meet and eat, err, we mean, greet event is intended to give vore furs of all kinds the opportunity to connect with one another and to help the more predatory furs among us find their next meal. So, if you enjoy vore or are curious about it and would like to meet others who share a similar interest, then this meet is definitely for you! This panel is intended only for those 18 years of age or older.
Whose Fur is it Anyway? With Pebble Armahda (18+ Only)
It's the off-the-wall improv panel based upon "Whose line is it Anyway"? Come be part of the audience or volunteer to perform in short improvised acts. No experience required! This event is intended only for those 18 years of age or older.
This panel will go into the process of making silicone toys and sculptures. We will go into all the steps from an idea to a final product. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
The pickle panel is back! Join 3 idiots (friends) and the pickle professor as they face off against one another in a game of fear pong. Doing progressively worse and worse punishments as well as drinking vile garbage such as pilk or hot sauce. Audience participation as well as any charity goals will be discussed at the start of the panel, also show up early if you wanna hear us yap about random trash and maybe I'll give you a free hug or something idrk. Also, if we raise enough money I'll bleach and dye my hair - The Pickle Professor Viewer Discretion - Tons of vulgar language, pain, and possible retching due to overconsumption of hot sauce. Cya there, and keep your legs, arms, feet and eyelashes inside the ride at all times. Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this event. This panel is intended only for those 18 years of age or older.
Come see the GISHGGHAAB improv pack! Join us for our first furry foray. Bring your tails and suggestions! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Writing Furry NSFW for Others: How to make "Your Kink is not My Kink" sexy (18+ Only)
Artists and writers don't have the luxury of being picky. But it's also hard to make a quality product you believe in when you're not into what you're making. SilverAlethia has a decade of experience as a yiffsmith and wants to share with you the tricks she learned to become a kink chameleon! That way YOU can ensure every deliverable gives the client their happy ending! Please note: This panel may not be recorded in any way. You may be asked to leave if you attempt to do so. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
A fuzzy and fierce evening of jaw dropping drag. Join us at RUFF-STUFF to UN-LEASH your sinister side. Expect wickedly fabulous fashion, over the top performances and a fur-tastic time! Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Artists Alley/Marketplace (Artist Set-Up)
9:00am - 10:00amHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
This event is not open to the public and is intended artist set up only. Successful vendors will be announced at 7:15PM Friday.
Dealer Setup (Closed to Public)
9:00am - 10:00amHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Dealers may access the Dealers Halls to setup during this time.
Join us for the Midwest FurFest 2025 Sponsor Brunch. Menu to be posted soon! This event is only open to those registered at Sponsor or Shiny Sponsor levels.
Get your chance to play Left Right Center, the beloved family-friend game of chance, using three stickers/trinkets as your tokens and possibly win the whole pot! As room becomes available, folks can do a traditional exchange if you want to swap your winnings or casually trade. Oversized custom-made dice are used so fursuiters can participate. This is a friendly environment using the knickknacks you were probably going to find scattered over the con tables anyhow!
A meet & greet with Midwest FurFest's very own MF Raccoon in a family-friendly environment. Take photos with, get autographs and meet MF and some of his friends! This event is only open to minors (17 and under) and their parents & guardians.
A novel is a huge undertaking, and it’s hard to keep in your head all at once. Before you start writing, there are a lot of steps you can take to make the writing easier. We’ll talk about how to pick the right idea, how to build a roadmap for your story, and (don’t be afraid) outlining. Whether you’re planning your first novel or looking to make the process easier for the next one, these ideas can help!
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Furry Choir OPEN Rehearsal - No experience necessary
DO YOU SING? Have you sang? Do you WANT to sing? This is the panel for you. We are rehearsing 3 approachable and fun choir songs. All voice types are welcome and no experience or training is necessary. COME SING! There will be a performance of this music later in the day.
Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition
10:00am - 12:00pmLondon (Gaming)
The House on the Hill still sits abandoned, and a fearless group of explorers has been drawn to the house to discover its dark secrets. Immerse yourself in the narrative gameplay as you take on the role of one of those explorers. The co-operative board game Betrayal at House on the Hill: 3rd Edition includes fifty haunts and dozens of danger-filled rooms that will terrify even the strongest among you. At first you'll work together, but beware...one explorer will betray the others, and then the haunt begins!
Dragonstorm - Coins for the Ferryman
10:00am - 1:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Coming back from a successful errand, your group hears about a local ferryman whose behavior seems to be... off. He still does his job properly, but there's been something creepy about him for the last few weeks. It's probably nothing, right? (Materials provided if you don't have a character already)
Artists Alley/Marketplace
10:00am - 6:00pmHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
Dealers Den
10:00am - 6:00pmHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Bigger and better than ever, the Dealers Den is THE place to shop and support your community's artists, makers, writers, and more! Note: To enter the Adult Dealers Hall, you must be 18 years of age or older.
Charity Table & Silent Auction
10:00am - 6:00pmHall F (Dealers Room) (DESCC)
Help raise funds for our deserving Charity partner with the second and final day of the Silent Auction. Bid on fantastic items until 6pm tonight!
Registration (all pre-registered or on-site registration)
10:00am - 6:00pmHall A West (Registration) (DESCC)
Whether you've pre-registered or would like to purchase your registration, we're ready for you!
Need assistance during the convention? Our team can help with accessibility wristbands, ASL interpreter requests, reporting access concerns, and more. If you’re feeling lost or overwhelmed, we’re here to help and point you in the right direction.
Work that tail! Stop on by and mug for our camera, and get some wonderful fursuit pictures to remember the con by! Friday 1pm-8pm Saturday 10am-8pm Sunday 10am-4pm
Are you a plant-based furry looking to make more friends, or maybe someone who's been curious about switching to a more plant-based diet for ethical, climate, or health reasons? Join us for a welcoming and interactive conversation on veganism and the furry fandom, highlighting some of the fandom's artists, performers, fursuit makers, and activists. Socialize and share recipes! All are welcome, engagement and questions are encouraged!
Meetup for otters, ferrets, badgers, wolverines, martins, stoats and the like. Meet like-minded long critters, see friends and hang out. Short presentations on mustelid topics, optional group and/or individual photos (with props provided) and more! Let's exceed last year's 109 toobs and 13 toob-friends!
"You may ask yourself, well... how did I get here?" Was it a friend? A YouTube video? A weird art blog on Tumblr? Share your story of how you discovered the furry fandom in this panel!
Welcome to the first-ever MFF keyboard meetup! Bring any keyboard that you’d like to show off and stick around to talk to fellow furry keyboard fans and look at all the keebs! No keyboard or keyboard experience is required to attend, so feel free to come hang or just look around. There will also be a free raffle, so make sure you stay until the end when the winners will be announced!
How would a horse dial a phone? How would a dragon put on a shirt? How would a deer get in a car? Join us for a light-hearted discussion on suspension of disbelief, anthro anatomy, and explaining how a character might or might not overcome them. Is this something you can handwave away and sweep under the rug, or will it have you scratching you head and going "Well I never thought about that..."
Transit Oriented Animals: Urbanism and the Furry Fandom
Interested in trains, buses, and walkable/bike-able communities? Come meet other transit-oriented furry urbanists and learn about urbanism, convincing urbanism skeptics, and spatial inequality in the furry fandom. Afterwards, feel free to join us on a trip on the Chicago L train to Union Station.
Do you have a feminine costume? Want our photographers to bring out your best? Join our photo shoot for group and individual shots with a selection of poses and props. Cute and innocent, butch and powerful, curvy, round, or lithe -- all shapes, styles, and sizes are welcome, but please no After Dark only costumes. (this event is for costumers and handlers only; spectators not permitted.)
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Trouble Brewing, Beginner Friendly"
11:00am - 1:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
PC Retro LAN Party (Partial BYOC)
11:00am - 4:00pmInternational Ballroom (Gaming)
A partial BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) PC Retro LAN Party! Come play some late 90s, early 2000s multiplayer PC gaming classics with other attendees such as Unreal Tournament 1999, Quake 3 Arena, Re-Volt and Pocket Tanks! Some laptops will be provided but attendees are also encouraged to bring their own computer to play on (any laptop within the last 15 years or Steam Deck will run these games without issue). The games, networking and power connections will be provided. Hop in and hop out whenever! SCHEDULE: 11am to 1pm - UT99 & Quake 3 Arena 1pm to 2pm - Re-Volt 2pm to 4pm - UT99 & Quake 3 Arena Pocket Tanks at any time (P2P) Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Art Show - Open for bidding
11:00am - 7:00pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
Come visit our silent auction Art Show. Bidding began on Friday and ends with a rolling close starting at 7pm on Saturday. You have a bidder number right? Visit https://www.furfest.org/vendors/art-show to learn more!
Blood on the Clocktower with Ocean and Zazelss
11:00am - 11:00pmMirabel (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game similar to that of Mafia and Werewolf with its own unique mechanics. Gather with anywhere from 5-20 players in Ravenswood Bluff to root out the villains in your town, or if you are the dastardly evil players drive the town to its own destruction. Kill with grace and die with dignity when you backstab friends and new friends alike in this top rated social deduction game where death is not the end. SEE SIGNAGE POSTED IN GAMING AREA FOR EXACT SCHEDULE. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
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!
Ever wondered where our reverence of animals & respect for nature comes from? Curious about the curios? 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!
Come by and do some coloring with supplied crayons. MF Raccoon and other coloring pages will be made available! This event is only open to those aged 17 and under and their parents and guardians.
A meet up for any fur who is a fan of, a practitioner of, or simply wants to know more about combat sports. This includes, but is not limited to; boxing, wrestling (scholastic/professional), MMA, or any Eastern martial art (Karate, TKD, Muay Thai, etc.). Fursuits are welcome and encouraged for photos (equipment/gear for fursuit photos will not be provided)
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
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!
From Rosemont, Illinois… It’s everybody’s game of strategy, knowledge and fun: It’s TIC-TAC-DOUGH AT MFF! Hosted by VR’s Game Show Pioneer himself in his first real-life appearance at MFF, GSGenesis! Six players will play over the course of three games - two at a time, answering questions on the Trivia Board, trying to get three-in-a-row and win the game: All for a chance to Beat the Dragon and win prizes!
Would you like to learn from one the of very talented Chicago dancers joining us as a guest judge for Floor Wars and the Fursuit Dance Competition? You can! To sign up for the charity dance workshop, stop by the Charity and make a minimum donation of $10, and ask to sign up. You will be provided with a ticket that will allow you into the class. There will be limited availability, so don't delay! Sign-ups may be available at the door, but this won't be on dancer time! Make sure to show up on-time! Winner of World of Dance Chicago 2018, and 4 time Red Bull DYS USA Finalists, Kid Nimbus will be teaching the fundamentals of freestyle concepts and applications. This is a workshop you don't wanna miss out on!
WHY AREN'T YOU WEARING PANTS?!: A Discussion of "Bottomless" Characters
Have you ever wondered why cartoon characters like Bugs Bunny, Sonic the Hedgehog, Slappy Squirrel or Pepe Le Pew appear to not wear any clothes? Or even why characters like Donald Duck, Sly Cooper, or even Princess Sally Acorn wear clothes above the waist but nothing below? Ever wonder exactly why we never question it? And why does it seem to be limited to mostly male characters and not female? Let's discuss this! This panel is a PG to PG-13 audience participation about one of the most interesting but rarely talked about fashion choices for animated animal characters. Do you have a fursona or OC that fits the "clothesless" or "bottomless" description? Were you inspired by any of these characters? Come on in and let's talk about it!
How the queer epic fantasy series came to be, from the writing, to the illustrations, maps, music, and more. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Midwest FurFest Charity Poker Tournament
12:00pm - 6:00pmDaVinci (Gaming)
Come one come call to the Famous Midwest FurFest Charity Poker Tournament. Whether you are an experienced poker player or new to the game, come and compete with your fellow furries for fame and prizes all while supporting our charity. Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this event.
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
A Fox Named Coyote and the Not-Foxes Not Named Coyote bring live music and villainous vibes to MFF! Rock out to a mix of indie rock, folk, and pop punk sure to get your blood pumping and your heart soaring! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive. PLEASE NOTE: This event has a limited chair setup and most space will be an open floor allowing for standing or sitting on the floor closer to the stage. Chairs will be available further back towards the rear of the room.
Hey, kids! If you have a fursuit or other costume that you want to show off, join us at this new event where you'll be able to do just that! Only minors (17 and under) are permitted to participate in this event. All Guests are welcome to be spectators.
Touch This! Fur, Fabrics, and Foams: Understanding Materials Basics
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.
An Introduction to CyberConnect2, featuring the Latest News and Anecdotes from the Fuga: Melodies of Steel Series
CyberConnect2 is a game development company located in Japan, best known for their games featuring Japanese manga such as the Naruto: Ultimate Ninja STORM series, DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R, and Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Hinokami Chronicles 2. They are also the developer and publisher for the Fuga: Melodies of Steel series! In this panel, we will talk about the ins and outs of our game development, along with news and anecdotes from the most recent installment of the Fuga trilogy, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3. A limited number of original goodies will be distributed at the end.
Writing a novel is as easy as “start at the beginning, go on until you reach the end, then stop.” Or at least, it would be if you didn’t have anxieties, a job, family, friends, and other life issues to get in the way. We’ll talk about what pitfalls you might encounter and how to keep your momentum going.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of high-energy convention life and recharge your batteries with this meditation guided by ArchDruid SteelTheWarrior. This one hour meditation will walk you through a spiritual journey through your mind’s eye and help you feel balanced, relaxed and recharged to enjoy the rest of the weekend to its fullest potential!
Whiskers & Wit: Improv Games For All with Sinine Coyo
Have you ever wanted to play improv, but weren’t sure where to start? Come and watch OR play improv games! Whether you are brand new, or an improv veteran, this family friendly event welcomes all! Be sure to bring cash for this year's MFF Charity! Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this event.
Join Glitzy Fox Studios and Pinku's Crafty Cottage to make your very own fursuit tail! During this panel we provide all the materials for each attendee to choose their own colors and make a tail. We will teach you how to sew a basic stitch, no stitching knowledge required. Please note there may be a cap on attendance!
MFF 2025 Beyblade Tournament
1:00pm - 5:00pmHeathrow (Gaming)
Beyblade Tournament and open free play! New, current, and returning players are welcome to join in! While bringing your own beys and or stadiums is encouraged, it’s completely optional as there will be plenty of loaners that you can use! There will be both a tournament and an open free-play area open during the panel. The stadiums that we provide in the free play area are only open to the use of Beyblade X beys, and the tournament will only allow beys from the Beyblade X generation. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the tournament! Stop by to see, or join in on some amazing battles! Important panel and tournament info can be found in the doc linked below. Please read it! https://docs.google.com/document/d/12KFexZf-y8g5EHmHklyfg5vJG4_DoiFaXngzyCCnoK4/edit?usp=sharing If you want to participate in the tournament, the sign-up page can also be found here: https://challonge.com/MFF2025BBX You just have to make a free account and register. It helps us prepare and saves a lot of time on the day of the event!
A low-down, villainous vermin has looted an illustrious landmark right off the land! Can one of our gumshoes sniff out the globetrotter’s trail and outfox the crook? In this homage to the fun and colorful 90’s gameshow, three contestants use their geography knowledge to crack the intercontinental case, but only one will get a chance to collar the elusive ringleader: Corgi Sandiego! Players should pre-register at https://leopardy.games
Would you like to learn from one the of very talented Chicago dancers joining us as a guest judge for Floor Wars and the Fursuit Dance Competition? You can! To sign up for the charity dance workshop, stop by the Charity and make a minimum donation of $10, and ask to sign up. You will be provided with a ticket that will allow you into the class. There will be limited availability, so don't delay! Sign-ups may be available at the door, but this won't be on dancer time! Make sure to show up on-time! Four time returning dancer, we're welcoming back Rozbot to Midwest FurFest with their workshop going about the three F's. Footwork, Funk, & Flow! This class will teach dancers how to sync up their feet with their core movement and using the idea of "jack" to help build the foundation for simple dance!
It’s back for the FOURTH year and this time…WE’RE HOSTING VILLAINS! All the role play with none of the character sheets! Get ready for a chaotic good time as audience members are chosen to be players and a story is put together live! And yes…there will be dice! Lots of audience participation and even a couple of prizes!
Furry Game Changer: An Improvised Comedy Game Show
Inspired by Dropout’s “Game Changer” and UK’s “Taskmaster” where the games change every show, comedian improvisers Tiller and Marlowe (from “A Fully Improvised Musical”) and musician Kilmo have no idea how the show works until they play this fully original game written and hosted by Hans, Kitch, and friends. The only way to win is by learning. The only way to learn is by playing. And the only time to watch is by watching our contestants play for the first (and last!) time, live on stage! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
So you've written a story. Good for you! But chances are there are problems you might not have seen, parts that don't flow well or need to be fleshed out better, inconsistencies and continuity errors. Here we talk about the process of editing and fixing those problems. We also discuss finding others to help edit and improve your stories, as well as editing others' stories to help them improve theirs.
A showcase at the intersection of furry, fashion, and style. Come experience the many ways that members of fandom mix furry, fashion, and styling, as they walk amongst the audience. Furries all over the world are continuously blending personal identity, pop-cultural references, adjacent subcultures, fashion discourse, fandom-specific iconography, and character creation, and we aim to bring you a little window into this ever evolving space! Seating begins at 2:00pm. A sparkling surprise awaits the first 100 audience members If you wish to take part, please reach out to @speytime on Instagram or Twitter. No fursuit necessary!
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Bad Moon Rising, Moderate Difficulty"
2:00pm - 4:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Singer-songwriter Ruin from the feline-fronted folk punk Puppy Alphabet performs emotionally-driven songs with an acoustic guitar. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
THIRTY PLAYS IN SIXTY MINUTES WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY THE NEO-FUTURIST ENSEMBLE: Each play offers something different, be it funny, profound, elegant, disgusting, topical, irreverent, terrifying, or a song; all are ORIGINAL, truthful and tackle the here-and-now, inspired by the lived experiences of the performers. With new plays every week, THE INFINITE WRENCH is The Neo-Futurists’ ongoing and ever-changing attempt to shift the conventions of live performance and speak to those unreached or unmoved by traditional theater. Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Ever wanted to try your hand at stand-up comedy? Got material you want to showcase? Now's the space to do so! Nava will help you get started with a realistic simulation on how open mics work, with constructive criticism included! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
This long running, high stakes art competition pits four talented artists against one another to compete timed, surprise art challenges. Each round, one artist is eliminated until we have a winner. The twist? Artists can bid on sabotages they can inflict on their competitors! Subjects are chosen from the audience, so bring references with you and you may go home with free art! Scheduled to appear: Foxtrotyy, Kennec Fox, Ruckus, & Mahrkale
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Meetup for Military and Veteran furries. Share stories, information, support, and resources for active military, veterans, and aspiring military furries. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all kids looking for other furries your age! Or, if you're a parent with kids 17 or under and you are trying to network with other parents, come on in. Stay for a few minutes or stay the whole time - it's up to you. There will be things to draw and color with, share or trade buttons or stickers, share stories, etc. Most important of all, just be yourself and have fun!
Would you like to learn from one the of very talented Chicago dancers joining us as a guest judge for Floor Wars and the Fursuit Dance Competition? You can! To sign up for the charity dance workshop, stop by the Charity and make a minimum donation of $10, and ask to sign up. You will be provided with a ticket that will allow you into the class. There will be limited availability, so don't delay! Sign-ups may be available at the door, but this won't be on dancer time! Make sure to show up on-time! Chicago's very own NSidDS, member of the Chicago's funk style dance crew Shadow Puppetz, back once more for a workshop focusing on how to use levels/dynamics in your dance and how to handle spacing.
Fur Con as Villainous Vacation for Irresponsible Asians (Asian fur meetup)
Are you Asian? Or you think you're Asian? Haiya, being too emotional damaged for doing the unthinkable Asian villainous thing of going to a fur con and not working to be a doctor? This is the perfect group gossip session for you to meet like minded Asian furries to chat about generational traumas, stereotypical memes, irregular lifestyles, identity crisis, lack of belonging, homesickness of Asian food, (JKC)pop culture references, and more Asian core narratives with a furry twist.
When one story starts spawning others, it’s easy for your growing universe to get unwieldy. Learn practical ways to tame the beast and keep characters, timelines, and lore straight as your world expands, plus tips for collaborating with other creators and avoiding continuity chaos.
The Nothing Panel returns to MFF for a second year! What will happen this year? Nothing is no script, no planning, and all fun! Discretion Advised - The "Ask Me Anything" section can be unpredictable at times. Please NO AERIAL DRONES Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Ironclaw: Restless Earth
3:00pm - 6:00pmLondon (Gaming)
A village in the Chevernaise domain has been plagued by earthquakes for several weeks. The mountains have been known to be solid and still for ages. The new shaking is quite disconcerting for the locals, particularly with winter coming, and the increased danger of avalanches. Can you solve the puzzle which threatens this mountain mining town?
Your Imagined Furry Fantasy
3:00pm - 6:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
This light-hearted RPG-esque system designed by SteelTheWarrior was borne of frisky fantasy, silly stories of over-the-top shenanigans and 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!
Have you ever looked at a mascot and wondered “why didn’t they hire a furry to make this?” Well my full time job is making mascots for sports teams and I’m here to tell you that they did! Come learn from an industry professional about the different build techniques used for fursuits vs mascots, why mascots look so different from fursuits, why both industries should be using each others techniques to make the best possible suits, and the way fursuits are already impacting the art of mascot making!
A live concert of raccoon based indie rock band "I've Made Too Much Pasta". They will be playing original songs about trash, rats, holes, and stealing cable. They don't have any songs about "love." It will be fun, all your friends will be there. "I've Made Too Much Pasta" has 2 albums which can be listened to here: https://ivemadetoomuchpasta.bandcamp.com/ A third album is in the works! PLEASE NOTE: This event has a limited chair setup and most space will be an open floor allowing for standing or sitting on the floor closer to the stage. Chairs will be available further back towards the rear of the room.
Come one, come all wedges! Come out to the Sergal Meetup at MFF, where you will meet up with fellow wedges and merp around! Group photos will be taken at the fishbowl rotunda right after and then a conga line around the hotel. Can't wait to make MFF cheesy!
A casual meetup for Pokéfurs and Pokémon fans! Socialize with friends, meet fursuiters, and take pictures. We’ll take two group photos at the end—one with fursuits, kigus, and cosplays, and one with everyone.
So you’ve finished your first draft. Now it’s time to switch from author mode to business mode. Explore publishing paths, plan your releases, engage your community, build effective marketing strategies, and establish your presence as a storyteller.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Furry --- human, body --- soul. Is life one, the other, or somewhere in between? Join us for a discussion about the shades of gray, how they affect our spirit, and our everyday lives. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Shiba Squad Survivor is a reality TV series that has been in production for nearly four years. This Panel will start off with a screening of the largest episode of the series; Shiba Squad Survivor - Episode 10 (48 Minutes), following after with a Q&A. This presentation will include Closed Captioning (in English). Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Refsheet Basics (Creating a perfectly functioning reference sheet)
Febz (Kitchiki) Goes over common mistakes and gives tips and tricks to creating the best refsheet for commissioning art. Also reviewing Industry standard movie model sheets and how they best show off a characters design!
So You Want to Be a Business Beast: Taxes & Planning for Furry Creators
Commissions, fursuits, badges, art prints, merch tables—our community is full of amazing creators turning passion into income. But once the money starts flowing, so do the questions: Do I need an LLC? What about write-offs? How do I avoid scary IRS letters in my mailbox den? This panel is all about breaking down small business planning and tax basics in a way that makes sense for furry artists, makers, and entrepreneurs. We’ll talk about setting up shop, keeping track of your con sales, what counts as a deductible expense (yes, even some travel), and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re just dipping your paw into selling or you’re already a seasoned dealer, you’ll leave with practical tips to help your creative hustle stay organized, legit, and less stressful when tax season rolls around.
Create a Fursona - Just for kids! (17 & Under Only)
What kind of animal would you be if you could be any animal? Children and their parents/guardians are welcome to come use their imagination to explore their furry side! This event is only open to those 17 & under and their parents or guardians.
Shake Your Tails Off W/[LuLu] (Category is: Dance The Night Away)
Hear Ye‼️ Hear Ye‼️ Come one, come all as we learn some new grooves with your dance teacher; [LuLu]‼️ In this session, we will be focusing on the prep work before going into any type of dancing, learning choreography made by [LuLu], dance to music by your favorite artists and learn the choreography to those songs‼️ Who knows what else is in store for our lesson. 👀 So what are you waiting for?! Come on down and “shake your tails off” with [LuLu]‼️ Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Curious about genetics and its role in medicine? This is the panel for you! Your humble host and genetics enthusiast, Numa, will be going over the basics of what genetics is, discuss the field of genetic counseling, and give some insight into how genetic diseases work and how they're treated. NOTE: I cannot give medical advice, but I might be able to help you know what to expect when you visit a genetics clinic.
Are you a BiPoc furry looking to connect with others and get to know each other? Well here's the place! It's an open discussion about what it means to be a BiPoc person in the furry fandom, how far we've come, and to highlight those among us doing big things! Let's celebrate the wins and come together as a community. Come vibe with us! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
A furry take on the classic TV game show. Come test your trivia knowledge on all things furry and furry-related. Just remember to always answer in the form of a question! Register your team at https://leopardy.games Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Catfishing, Advanced Difficulty"
5:00pm - 7:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
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!
Collaborative Storytelling - Writing in a Shared Universe
Not all worlds exist alone. While many authors maintain their own written universe, that is not the only model of storytelling. Multiple authors can, together, weave a richer, more varied universe. Learn about the joys, and pitfalls, of writing in a shared universe.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Winner of the 2024 Ursa Major Award for Best Nonfiction Work, the Con History panel returns to explore the roots of the convention scene. From the fans of the 1930s who formed the first proto-conventions and their fight to determine what the purpose of fandom should be leading up to the first Worldcon in 1939. The evolution of cosplay and filk music. How science fiction fandom gave rise to the comic, anime, and furry cons (like how Midwest FurFest emerged from the furry track at DucKon). To the modern furry and brony conventions and their innovations to the convention scene, fan music, and virtual events.
In 2024, Riley Winters attended over 25 furcons in just one single year, an assumed record. During this panel, Riley will highlight what he learned, things he loved, things he regrets, and how he did it all while on a budget. Riley will also go over how to prevent making cons an addiction and why so many in year can be a bad thing.
NSFW Comics Essentials - Story, Subject, and "Spice" (18+ Only)
Explore the essentials of building engaging NSFW comics! An informative panel hosted by 3 artists, Fyixen, Nyagirl, and FoxinuhhBox. Learn things like: How to pick your kinks, crafting alluring original characters, and balancing story with “spice.” Whether you’re new to comics, a seasoned creator, or just looking to see behind the curtain, join us for tips, discussion, and diving into the world of NSFW comics. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
It's time to turn up the heat in your story! In this panel we discuss adult writing, covering not only the basics, but also such matters as the difference between romance, erotica, and porn, how much detail to provide and how to pace your scenes, and how these enticing elements can work together with the plot, characterization, and setting. Whether it's a vanilla erotic romance or something that delves into the world of kinks and fetishes, there's something here for erotica fans and writers of all types. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Come and talk about and enjoy all things feet and paws with other feet and paw enthusiasts! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
ADHD & You & Me - Executive Dysfunction and Relationships
Love is patient, love is kind… except when executive dysfunction eats your to-do list, makes you late again, and leaves the dishwasher half-unloaded. ADHD doesn’t just affect the person with the diagnosis—it reshapes how partners, friends, and polycules communicate, plan, and cope. This panel explores the very real ways ADHD shows up in relationships: missed signals, forgotten chores, intense hyperfocus, emotional storms, and that eternal “I meant to text you back three days ago.” We’ll break down what executive dysfunction actually is, how it complicates connection, and how couples (or triads, or pods) can navigate it with humor, clarity, and compassion. Whether you have ADHD yourself, love someone who does, or are just tired of fighting with time and laundry, you’ll find strategies, solidarity, and maybe even some hope. Bring your questions, your stories, and your sense of humor—we’ll need them all.
Audience will learn different furry awakenings from movies, games, and tv from my point of view and by the end of the presentation they’ll be a quick Q&A and also ask the audience what their furry awakenings was. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
It's a head-to-head battle of improvised dancing skills in this popular event. Come cheer on these amazing competitors in this tournament-style dance competition! If you are looking to compete in this event you must participate in the MANDATORY Preliminary event for Floor Wars (Friday December 5, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm CST Room 24 (23,24,25,30,31,32) (Programming) ) Please see the following link for sign-ups as no in person sign-ups will be accepted! Please read the Official Rules and Battle Format document prior to signing up: https://www.FurFest.org/events/floor-wars Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Monster Hunter Now is a free-to-play mobile game that allows players to hunt monsters in the real world. Let's all get together, stock up on some paint balls and hunt together to rid of these monster around the convention floor! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Starting in 2017 at Vancoufur in Vancouver, British Columbia, The Video Game Music Challenge is an 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! Will you be crowned the victor of the Video Game Music Challenge?
Art Show - Auction Close Out
6:45pm - 7:30pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
Time to protect your bid or send that hotly contested piece to the voice auction(s). Rolling close out starts promptly at 7pm in the mature Gallery and moves right on through the General Gallery. Get a bidder number NOW! 7 PM: Silent Auction ending; rolling close-out starts with Mature Gallery, General Gallery written bidding ends via rolling close-out IMMEDIATELY following Mature close-out
85 years ago at Chicon, the 2nd Worldcon in 1940, a female costume maker known by the alias Morojo opened up her room, 689 in the Hotel Chicagoan, as a changing room for the first Costume Masquerade. Morojo’s room would be considered the first Con Suite and Cosplay Lounge. 50 years later these elements would evolve into the Headless Lounge and Fursuit Parade at the first furry cons. Join us for a 85 year long journey from the first fan conventions to the modern cons to today, and show how we are all part of one larger fandom family.
Enjoy a blend of piano and vocals from veteran MFF performer Skyla Silverstream. PLEASE NOTE: This event has a limited chair setup and most space will be an open floor allowing for standing or sitting on the floor closer to the stage. Chairs will be available further back towards the rear of the room.
A young, trans supervillain on a minor heist is trapped by a veteran superhero... who lets her go. The reason for that decision, and the consequences, will draw the pair into a Cuban Missile Crisis level event, forcing the pair to try to survive against all odds, while trying to protect what they care about. Join the author, Runa Fjord, as she reads the beginning of her first book, Dissolution. Learn about the Korps setting and furry supervillainy. Live Q&A after the read. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Kick out the jams with your fellow furries! Come sing a song or cheer along your friends as we belt out our favorites! Song catalog is available on KaraFun.com. Sign up using the QR code on screen.
Albedo: Platinum Catalyst
7:00pm - 10:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
The tabletop game inspired by and dedicated to the epic, sci-fi militaristic comic universe that Steve Gallacci created, 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?
There's a new(ish) Digimon TCG?!
7:00pm - 11:00pmDaVinci (Gaming)
Did you know Digimon has a new(ish) Trading Card Game? Whether you’re a longtime fan of the Digital World or just love learning new games, this panel is here to get you up to speed on the 2020 Digimon TCG. We’ll break down the basics of gameplay, share tips to help you dive in, and show off some cool strategies. Even better—new players will walk away with free half decks (pauper decks) so you can start playing right away! Come discover what makes this game a hit and join the fun!
Introduction to Hypno: A Villainous Guide to Turning Heroes (18+ Only)
Greetings villains! Interested in making those pesky heroes to do your bidding. Here, we can teach the basic definitions and safety practices newer and seasoned practitioners. Join us in discovering what a hypnosis is and what side of the pendulum you should be on. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
A place for inflatable furs to meet up, hosted by a big blueberry cow. Have a suit? Come on down! Just want to see some round furs waddling around? Come join us! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
(Highly NSFW. For SFW version, see schedule!) It’s back for the FOURTH year and this time…WE’RE HOSTING VILLAINS! All the role play with none of the character sheets! Get ready for a chaotic good time as audience members are chosen to be players and a story is put together live! And yes…there will be dice! Lots of audience participation and even a couple of prizes! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
A meet n' greet for hyperfurs! Come to learn about, discuss, and show off everything and anything related to unrealistic sizes! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Meet one of MFF 2025's GOHs! A behind-the scenes look into my process making Duncan and Eddie, project management and pitfalls to avoid. Plus going through the process of making characters and a comic with the audience.
Come on in and trade your enamel pins or for enamel pins! Everyone is welcome if you’re interested in pins this is the perfect place to be! Collect Disney, Anime, Furry pins? Make art? Or even if you’re just a collector of assorted items come on down and trade for some pins!
Ironclaw: Another Heir?
8:00pm - 11:00pmLondon (Gaming)
The field trip to find the wet nurse in the northern mountains has reinforced suspicions, if not confirmed them. What to do with this information now. When last was seen, Sharkbite Castle was solidly guarded, and not open to random visitors. Would the current Don find the information useful, or would the knowledge that a possible older, and more legitimate, heir be a threat that needs to be silenced? Ignorance can be dangerous, but there is also peril in knowing too much!
This singing coyote has been showing up in Rosemont Since 2012, and this is YOUR chance to see him live on stage. Expect everything from 90s cover songs to original furry favorites when you come to hear the fandom's silliest home-grown music act. It has been described as "shockingly competent music". Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Turn pictures or video of an object into a copy of that object. Create plastic doppelgängers of your body parts or your friends! Create props and worlds for VR! A live demo will be attempted, it could be you! Come listen to me cover two dense topics very quickly and then interact with me when I run out of breath.
Have you ever stopped to think about how that hybrid of a species could have actually happened? Perhaps you've stayed up late wondering about proportions with regards to interspecies relations? Join us for a humorous, light-hearted discussion of anthro characters, anatomy, suspension of disbelief, and what you might try to handwave away or what might have you questioning things further. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Chaos is guaranteed as usual, as Febz returns once again to read British children’s storybooks to an ever growing rowdy crowd. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
From risqué poses to plush fursuit bits - anything goes, except nudity. Please wear proper attire for all ages on your way to and from the photoshoot. This event is for costumed performers and handlers only. No photography is permitted except by convention staff. No spectators. 18+ ONLY. Friday 9pm-12am Saturday 9pm-12am
Werewolf Ultimate with Rich and Kirah Janae
9:00pm - 1:00amNarita Room (Gaming)
Werewolf (also known as Mafia) takes place in a small town where a minority of the townsfolk hold a dangerous secret. Each player is secretly assigned a role MAX 80 players Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
In the first hour, we'll discuss and answer questions all about rubber and the fine furs who wear/enjoy it! This is also a great panel for all those who are rubber curious! We'll talk about where to buy, thoughts when wearing and also repairs and how to do them. All rubber levels and friends are welcomed! Join us in the second hour, where you can mingle during the Meet & Greet and take part in The Rubber Fur photoshoot. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Art Show - Mature Voice Auction
9:00pm - 10:00pmRoom 4 (Art Show)
Bring your bidder number and ID to join us in the final Voice Auction of Mature pieces that filled the silent bid sheet. Don't have a bidder number yet? Come early and we will get you set up.
Polycules, V’s, and Quads, Oh My! A Beginner’s Guide to ENM
Curious about polyamory, open relationships, or ethical nonmonogamy but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly panel will walk you through the basics—what terms like “V,” “triad,” and “metamour” actually mean, how people make these relationships work in real life, and what challenges (and joys!) come with loving more than one person. We’ll cover consent, communication, boundaries, jealousy, and calendars (yes, calendars), all with humor and honesty. Whether you’re brand new, poly-curious, or just want to understand how your friends organize their group chats, this session will give you a solid foundation without judgment. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Welcome to the Bimbo Meet 'n Slay, this year things will be different. Fiona Maray has been ousted by me, Erica Maray! This year's Bimbo Meet is being commandeered by my company, Maray Industries. We will call it "Tyranny Takeover". As usual, all Bimbos, Himbos and Thembos are welcome to attend, where we'll talk about bimbos as a philosophy, take photos and videos, and hold the charity outfit contest*! All of this with a villainous twist: being hosted by me, Erica Maray, the world's greatest villain! Muhahahaha! *(please contact Fiona, @FionaMaray on most socials/message platforms, PRIOR to the convention to partake in the contest, limited 10 slots) Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this performance. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Welcome to a safe place to learn about and meet fellow babyfurs/ABDLs/littles and get to know each other. This panel is for those 18 years of age and older.
It's the biggest, most boisterous, and furriest night of MFF and what better way to enjoy it than to spend some time with our talented line up of DJs at the Saturday Night Dance? Note: Dances are 18+ only. Proof of age (adult badge) required for entry. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some music content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Sovereign Eclipse
10:00pm - 6:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
Come test out a new Furry sci-fi game being written by SteelTheWarrior (Creator of 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! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
The Rubber Fur Meet & Greet and Photoshoot (18+ Only)
Whether you joined us in the first hour or not, you're welcome to stop in for a meet & greet of other rubber furs and to participate in the rubber furs photoshoot. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Guess That Belly! the ADULT NSFW 18+ Gameshow! where contestants will have to guess whether the cropped image being shown is either INFLATION! WEIGHT GAIN! or VORE! want to waste your time at the weirdest, KINKIEST panel of all time? then COME ON IN! (Disclaimer! we will NOT tolerate preds eating pray!!!) This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Returning for a 2nd year, Mario Paintionary celebrates those in the Artist Alley by teaming them up to play Pictionary! The catch is they have to use Mario Paint for the original SNES console to draw! Audience will be able to submit suggestions during, and play at the end! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Pawstar Playhouse invites you to a lively gameshow where your favorite furries face off in hilarious and exciting challenges. From charades and furry trivia to creative drawing contests, every round promises laughs and surprises. Cheer on the contestants as they compete for fun prizes, and don’t miss your chance to win as part of the audience. Join the fun and experience a playful celebration of furry fandom like never before! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Unhinged Smash or Pass: Midwest WHAT Fest?? (18+ Only)
Everybody knows the typical - Lola Bunny... Glamrock Freddy... Ray-Man??? Join APackOfNewports and frankjavcee as we force our hapless audience through the classic game of Smash or Pass, but with a twist! Wild character picks, audience participation, mini-games and prizes, there is a lot in store for you! This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Bodybuilding Essentials: Becoming a Furry Bara Beef Boy
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 18+ Furries are welcome! Note2: This is Bodybuilding Panel, not a Bara Art Panel. This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
If there's one thing furries love more than oddly specific art (and community), it's sorting and organization! Competitors will be shown an image from e621 and take turns suggesting tags for the image. But watch out! If you name a tag that wasn't applied to the image listing, you're out! This last-furry-standing gameshow will leave you wondering "Who even searches for that tag?" This panel is intended for those 18 years of age or older only.
Rhythm Bastard has been bringing the public Hardcore Nerdcore Punk Rock for many years and is now primed for world domination! In addition to rocking stages across the country, he’s also a composer, a voice actor, and a buff raccoon man. Come for the mosh pits, stay for the Magic Cards and partial nudity! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive. PLEASE NOTE: This event has a limited chair setup and most space will be an open floor allowing for standing or sitting on the floor closer to the stage. Chairs will be available further back towards the rear of the room.
Tennofurs Meet and Greet is a chance for enjoyers of Warframe within the Furry fandom to meet up and socialize. Tennofurs of all experience levels are welcome.
K.K. Slider is coming BACK to Midwest FurFest! And he's bringing MORE... Raymond the catboy on drums, Julian the unicorn on bass, and a whole album release EXCLUSIVELY for MFF 2025! Presented by the band "Rebel And Cleric", K.K. is gonna be opening with all the K.K. Classics... ALL live instruments this time! Including punk/emo covers that every villager knows and can sing along to! For the main event, they'll be playing songs from their new debut Animal Crossing-themed album "Isabelle"! And finally for the closer... A special performance with none other than Isabelle herself on the mic! Tom Nook better have great insurance, because K.K. Slider is about to raise the roof a SECOND year! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive. PLEASE NOTE: This event has a limited chair setup and most space will be an open floor allowing for standing or sitting on the floor closer to the stage. Chairs will be available further back towards the rear of the room.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Dealer Setup (Closed to Public)
9:00am - 10:00amHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Dealers may access the Dealers Halls to setup during this time.
Need a break from being an animal? Fursuiters are welcome to take a much needed cooling break in one of our Fursuit Lounges. One is located in the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in the United Room and the other is in Room 21 on the upper level of the Convention Center. No photography is permitted in these rooms and are only open to fursuiters and their handlers.
Artists Alley/Marketplace (Artist Set-Up)
9:30am - 10:00amHall B (Artists Alley) (DESCC)
This event is not open to the public and is intended artist set up only. Successful artists will be announced at 6:15PM on Saturday.
Art Show - General Voice Auction
9:30am - 10:30amRoom 4 (Art Show)
Bring your bidder number and ID to join us in the final Voice Auction of General Art pieces that filled the silent bid sheet. Don't have a bidder number yet? Come early and we will get you set up.
VR: A Digital Frontier - FEATURE FILM SCREENING + Q&A
VR: A Digital Frontier: "Filmed inside the many worlds of virtual reality, this award-winning feature documentary dives into VR's history, usage, and future. Told through the many users and communities inside this digital space." Join us for a screening of the film, a Q&A with the director (EvanTheFloydian), cast and crew (Drowns, Rectal Bisque, Little Alpha Pup, Donut_Holes, and more), and a chance to win some special merch including Blu-ray copies and stickers! Dive into the many worlds of filmmaking in virtual reality and see our stories on the big screen! This presentation will include Closed Captioning (in English). Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Basic Illustrative/Artistic Design & Techniques for Furry Art
Whether you're querying agents or promoting your book, a strong elevator pitch is essential. This panel will help you distill your novel’s core into a compelling, one- or two-sentence hook that grabs attention and leaves them wanting more.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
A panel dedicated to in person Pokémon card trading! Trying to complete a certain set? Seeking out every Eeveelution card possible?? You have 3 Articunos and need 1 Moltres and 1 Zapdos instead??? Then come on down to the panel and trade some cards with fellow card enthusiasts!
Let's Go! To Japan
10:00am - 12:00pmLondon (Gaming)
In Let's Go! To Japan, you are a traveler planning, for a vacation to Japan. The game consists of thirteen rounds in which players draw activity cards illustrated by Japan-based artists and strategically place them in different days in their week-long itinerary.
Ironclaw: The Prince's Whim 9
10:00am - 2:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Already one attempt has been made on the life of Adventurer Pan, but that came from a source within the Inner Court. What is to be done when rumors have been whispered that somehow word has gotten out that Adventurer Pan is an important figure and regularly leaves the protection of the Forbidden City? If you ask him, the solution is to charge boldly forward and confront all foes!
Dealers Den
10:00am - 3:00pmHalls D & F (DESCC - Level 1)
Bigger and better than ever, the Dealers Den is THE place to shop and support your community's artists, makers, writers, and more! Note: To enter the Adult Dealers Hall, you must be 18 years of age or older.
Registration (all pre-registered or on-site registration)
10:00am - 3:00pmHall A West (Registration) (DESCC)
Whether you've pre-registered or would like to purchase your registration, we're ready for you!
Work that tail! Stop on by and mug for our camera, and get some wonderful fursuit pictures to remember the con by! Friday 1pm-8pm Saturday 10am-8pm Sunday 10am-4pm
Art Show - Winning Bid Pickup
10:00am - 4:00pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
You won your favorite piece please come down and pay us to take it home with you. Not sure, you are welcome to come in and check. Forgot to bid? That is ok, many pieces that do not have bids are also available for QuickSale.
Need assistance during the convention? Our team can help with accessibility wristbands, ASL interpreter requests, reporting access concerns, and more. If you’re feeling lost or overwhelmed, we’re here to help and point you in the right direction.
Listen to live acoustic arrangements from video games like The Legend of Zelda and Xenoblade Chronicles, plus music from anime and other soundtracks. TheToader is a classical guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who plays music at conventions around the country.
All Rise! FurFest District Court is now in session! FurFest District Court is an audience participation panel where you pay for your furry crimes. Over the con, our diligent "court officers" will hand out 'tickets' for various offenses: Illegal Awoo, Unlicensed Cuteness Exceeding Standard, and more. We'll also issue 'jury summons' so you can help judge your fellow furs for their alleged crimes against fandom. Plead your innocence- or accept your punishment! We'll hand down a variety of sentences- everything from "donating money to the convention charity", "explaining in interpretive dance why awooing illegally is wrong", or "speaking in UWU for the rest of the panel" and beyond. Remember - We'll see you in Court! Donations for this year's Charity are encouraged and accepted during this event.
In this panel, we will discuss topics like: the risks of seeking healthcare while queer; options for getting care; working with your healthcare providers to get what you need while staying safe; and ways to obtain care without insurance. We'll also cover queer resilience, mutual aid, and networking
Come and meet your fellow foxes! Red foxes, snow foxes, fennec foxes, grey foxes; all are welcome! Fans of foxes are also welcome to come and socialize with all of the fluffy foxes! Hang out, trade stickers, and take pictures with your favorite vulpine friends!
Help our Charity Partner by bidding on some fantastic items at the annual Midwest FurFest Charity Auction! Bid high and bid often!
Dorfromantik: The Board Game
11:00am - 1:00pmLondon (Gaming)
In Dorfromantik: The Board Game, up to six players work together to lay hexagonal tiles to create a beautiful landscape and try to fulfill the orders of the population, while at the same time laying as long a track and as long a river as possible, but also taking into account the flags that provide points in enclosed areas.
Blood on the Clocktower with Ocean and Zazelss
11:00am - 5:00pmMirabel (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a social deduction game similar to that of Mafia and Werewolf with its own unique mechanics. Gather with anywhere from 5-20 players in Ravenswood Bluff to root out the villains in your town, or if you are the dastardly evil players drive the town to its own destruction. Kill with grace and die with dignity when you backstab friends and new friends alike in this top rated social deduction game where death is not the end. SEE SIGNAGE POSTED IN GAMING AREA FOR EXACT SCHEDULE. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Furry Finance Basics: An Actuaries Guide to Retirement
What do fursuits, conventions, and retirement have in common? Math! Join a furry retirement actuarial analyst and explore the world of probability, long term planning, and how budgeting for conventions and fursuits isn't that much different from saving for retirement. Expect fun graphs, laughs, and maybe a minor existential crisis. (No math required).
Great villains are not just evil for evil’s sake. They have motives, complexity, and a story of their own. Learn to craft antagonists who feel real and raise the stakes for your heroes, avoid stereotypes, build empathy without excusing harm, and design conflicts that hook readers and drive your plot forward.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
On your marks....let's start....THE FAMILY FEUD! Join us for this furry fandom themed version of the classic game show with all the sights, sound effects, and music cues of the real show! Topics range from fursuiting, to artwork, pop culture, and everything in between! Ten members of the audience who wish to participate will be selected to play for the chance to win prizes after winning in the qualifying round! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday! It's the final Fursuit Games of MFF 2025 and we'll welcome up to 60 fursuiters to join 4 teams who will compete in a series of wild and exciting games. Audience members are highly encouraged and will help determine the championship team!
Your Imagined Furry Fantasy
12:00pm - 3:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
This light-hearted RPG-esque system designed by SteelTheWarrior was borne of frisky fantasy, silly stories of over-the-top shenanigans and 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!
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
Art Show - Artist Pickup
12:00pm - 5:00pmRoom 1 (Art Show)
Artists that had Art in the Art show need to come down and collect any art that did not sell as well as collect PAYMENT for Art that did. Please make sure to check out with the Artist care team.
The Quiet Room is a place where you can spend time away from the noise, lights, and other stimuli of the convention. Please be courteous to fellow attendees while enjoying your time in the space. The following rules have been developed to ensure a respectful and relaxing environment for everyone: 1. Keep conversation volume and length to a minimum. 2. Silence all electronic devices. Headphones are encouraged! 3. If you have to make or take a phone call, please take it outside the room. 4. Be mindful regarding perfumes and scented personal care products, which can trigger allergies or chemical sensitivities. 5. No outside food or beverages. Water is permitted and stations will be posted near the room. 6. You may rest your eyes, however napping is not permitted. 7. Please do not take photos or videos inside the space.
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.
Ever wondered what it’s like when a furry is also a first responder? Join us for an open and friendly meet-and-greet with members of the community who work in fire, EMS, dispatch, law enforcement, emergency management, and search-and-rescue. This casual session blends lighthearted storytelling with genuine camaraderie — a chance to share experiences, decompress, and find others who “get it.” Whether you’re a responder yourself or just curious about the people behind the badges and radios, come hang out, share a few laughs, and maybe even a story or two from the field! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Want to make 2026 the year you get in shape? Want to match the physique of your fursona, but don't know where to start? Well this is the panel for you! We'll cover the basics of finding a gym, developing a workout program, learning basic exercises, and giving you to the tools to get started on your fitness journey!
For all fans of Pop Mart and its collectibles. Come join to meet other enthusiasts or finally learn what the labubu hype is! Chat with others, show off your collection, and trade your figures! All are welcome! (Please note that no sales of any kind are allowed at this panel.)
Meet up for collectors of various Trading Card Games (Pokémon, Yugioh, Magic the Gathering, DragonBall etc.). Show off your collections, talk about cards you are chasing and meet others who share the same passion!
Come on down to a live recording of the TFTuesday podcast! This podcast 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 live recording will delve into a few specific topics before taking some audience Q&As! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
The time has come to see who has the best moves and who can shake their tails better than all the rest! Come witness the finalists of MFF's Annual Fursuit Dance Competition show off their performances to determine who will be declared this year's best fursuit dancers! If you're interested in auditioning, please visit https://www.furfest.org/events/dance-comp to learn more information, including rules and submission deadlines.
Japan Has Cars, Who Knew? JDM Importing for the Furry Fandom
Back for a second year by popular demand, we're exploring the world of importing cars from Japan! If you're a fan of JDM cars, curious to know what makes a vehicle JDM, want a Japanese market vehicle of your very own or are just a furry auto enthusiast, this is for you! We'll discuss history, the rapidly changing landscape of taxes, how to avoid getting scammed while buying and of course, look at all kinds of amazing cars!
A place for deer suiters and deer furs to meet up and talk
Flip 7
1:00pm - 2:00pmLondon (Gaming)
Flip over cards one by one without flipping the same number twice. Sound easy? Think again! This isn't just any deck of cards… In Flip 7 there's only one 1 card, two 2's, three 3’s, etc. plus a bunch of special cards that can score you extra points, give you a second chance, or freeze you or your opponents in your tracks.
Designing Characters and Villains in Furry Visual Novels
Join visual novel writers Reo and Jericho as we discuss our influences, processes, and techniques for designing compelling characters both narratively and visually. Using familiar faces from both String Zero and Remember the Flowers, we'll discuss how different character elements and flaws and can communicate the heroic, antiheroic, supporting, and the villainous. Especially the villainous.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Sects & Violets, Moderate Difficulty"
1:00pm - 3:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Think of the hit YouTube show Um Actually but furry based!!!! Come and showcase your knowledge of random furry trivia from games, shows, and even in fandom projects!!!
Work in retail? Deal with the general public on a daily basis? Seen some things that question your life choices? Come share your stories with us as we take a journey down working in the everyday retail. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Let’s carve a fursuit head! Learn all about the tools and best practices you can use when carving a fursuit head out of upholstery foam. Tools, foam, and completed bases will be available for you to touch and try!
Have you ever wanted to become the proud parent of a reptile or amphibian, but you don’t have any idea where to start? Maybe you have a reptile already but you have questions. I am hosting this panel to teach the basics and some general knowledge of how to care for a variety of reptiles and amphibians. I will also be going over how to correctly research species care, as sifting through the bad information can be intimidating to first time keepers. I care for and have cared for a large variety of Reptiles/Amphibians for years, bring your questions!
Come and meet others who collect plush and don't forget to bring your own, we'll have a few plushlife and creepcat plush you can meet. There will be a group photo of the plush roughly 30 minutes before end of the meet and greet.
Meet the Transgender Furs Support System! This panel is all about connecting, sharing stories, and getting to know each other. We’ll talk about our community and the spaces we’ve built across Discord, VRChat, Barq, and Telegram, while giving attendees a chance to ask questions and chat with us directly. It’s a casual, welcoming meet-and-greet for trans furries, allies, and anyone curious about what we do. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Ironclaw: Spar for the Course
2:00pm - 4:00pmLondon (Gaming)
My curiosity is getting the best of me, so I would like to look into the disappearance of a member of the family I married into.
Chicago is a city of alleys - this city has more alleyways than any other city in the world! Trash critters (raccoons, possums, rats, etc.) will gather here to meet each other, make friends, and cause mischief. We will take a group photo at the end of the session. Suiters and non-suiters welcome!
This panel is an intro to reading sheet music and general music theory concepts! I am a music teacher and have a fond appreciation for beginners learning to read music or learning intro to theory! This panel is fit to the audience, so whatever skill level the audience has is where we start!
Space and time travel. Swords and sorcery. As we explore the realms of science fiction and fantasy there are many worlds to explore and to play in as we create our stories, whether they be epic quests filled with wonder, exploring uncharted places, or clawing out an existence in a dystopian wasteland. Come sit with us as we discuss how to weave tales that include elements of science, magic, or some combination of the two.
Calling all barbarians, wizards, and rogues! Furry Logic casted Revive on its Fantasy Escape Game, previously featured at furry cons in 2019! As a team of adventurers, work together with your party to solve puzzles and challenges to gain experience and obtain the keys to the relic artifacts and defeat the apparitions haunting the land! Games are 60 minutes long, and spots will be limited! Tickets are $30 per person, with a portion of all tickets supporting charity! 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 REALLY big group? Split into two and race head to head in our identical Room A and Room B options! 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!
The costuming aspects of the anime face costume hobby and Fursuiting are very similar and appeal to a lot of the same people. This panel will discuss the rise of more Furkig style masks, the other hobby that is popping up more during this convention and how you might join them! We enjoy the Pajamas but this isn't a panel focused on those. Sorry! Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
Everything you didn’t know about pigeons and step by step instructions how to acquire one. Learn about the wild history, legends, and even current events surrounding these loving birds. Pigeons is dinosaurs.
The Hope Panel - PCD and Starting Your Next Big Adventure!
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!
What if you want to make comics but you don’t want to write a script, don’t want to do layouts, sketch full pages and then ink them? Well, I have a way! Taking advantage of the best parts of digital and traditional art making tools (NO AI), I would love to share my weird process for making comics. By Mike Luce, creator of “Fite!” “Harlon,” “The City Dreams of Tamino the Cat,” and more.
Blood on The Clocktower with Spirit Bear - "Trouble Brewing, Beginner Friendly"
4:00pm - 6:00pmBarajas (Gaming)
Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for seven-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
The vacation is almost over, but not before we celebrate the past few days of Midwest FurFest 2025. We'll wrap up this year and share all those stats you're just can't wait to hear about, but we'll also look ahead to what's coming in 2026! Don't miss it! Featuring performances by Caine Latrans, Bagel Rabbit, Milo, and more!
Albedo: Platinum Catalyst
6:00pm - 9:00pmCharles de Gaulle (Gaming)
The tabletop game inspired by and dedicated to the epic, sci-fi militaristic comic universe that Steve Gallacci created, 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?
One last chance to bark, howl, meow, chuff, chitter, squeak or make whatever is species-appropriate noise to you at the MFF Dead Dog Dance! Note: Dances are 18+ only. Proof of age (adult badge) required for entry. Discretion Advised - This event may contain some music content that may be disturbing to some Guests including coarse Language, crude content and/or material or humor that may be seen as harsh, rude, or offensive.
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