Pre-Registration Super Sponsor & Sponsor Pickup ONLY
Pickup if you Prereg as a Super Sponsor or Sponsor ONLY. So if you Pre-Reg and you are a Super Sponsor or Sponsor. Please bring a gov photo ID. Also thank you for your patronage!
Convention schedule
Texas Furry Fiesta 2016
Thursday, March 10, 2016
11 eventsArt Show : ARTIST SETUP ONLY Not open to Public
Time for Artists to setup their art in the Art show. ARTIST ONLY Not Open To Public
Pre-Registration Pickup ONLY
Pickup if you Preregistered. Only if you Pre-Reg. All membership levels as long as you Pre-Reg Please bring a gov photo ID.
Dealer's Den : DEALERS SETUP (not open to public)
This is time for Dealers to setup their tables DEALERS ONLY Not Open To Public
Wu jing: the furry ninja crusade
Come join an adventure in the world of wu jing. A game of fast action in a wuxia style world, using a game original game system.
Kempi's / Corral : Open
Con Suite / Corral will close every night from 2am - 10am
Board Gaming : Open
Play your favorite board games with your friends or make new friends as you enjoy some traditional gaming.
Card Gaming 101
Join Istanbul for some fun card games to start off the convention! Games like The Great Dalmuti, Room Party, and Set are a fun way to meet new furries and make friends, along with having lots of fun getting in some early gaming before things get rolling!
Kyell Gold Book Release: Black Angel
Come to the release of the final book in Kyell Gold's Dangerous Spirits trilogy! Kyell will read from the book and talk about it and the trilogy in general and there will be a short Q&A session.
Dance: Thursday Night
Start your Thursday off right with a little bass! As our AV team gives a sneak peek in this years setup.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
In this game, the Villagers must discover the identity of the Werewolves before they are all killed. Every night, the Werewolves form a hunting pack to kill a single unlucky victim. When the sun rises, the hysterical Villagers pick someone to lynch who they believe to be a werewolf. The game ends when either all the werewolves are dead or the wolves outnumber the good villagers have been killed.
Friday, March 11, 2016
69 eventsDealer's Den : DEALERS SETUP (not open to public)
This is time for Dealers to setup their tables DEALERS ONLY Not Open To Public
Art Show : ARTIST SETUP ONLY Not open to Public
Time for Artists to setup their art in the Art show. ARTIST ONLY Not Open To Public
Registration Open to ALL
Registration open to all levels. Please bring a gov photo ID.
Artist Alley : Lottery tickets issued
Artist Alley is a lottory system, please get your lotto number for todays Artist Alley. Lotto starts at 10:30am, must be present.
Dealer's Den Open to All
Come see all the thing you can buy at Furry Fiesta's Dealer's Den!
Art Show : Open to the Public
Come see the art show in all it's glory, even make a bid to take it home with you. Talk to the Art show desk to sign up for a bidding number.
Artist Alley : Open
Artist Alley is a lottory system, lotto is 30min prior to opening and tickets are issued before the drawing,
Opening Ceremonies
Welcome to Furry Fiesta 2016! Meet our GoH's, special guests, and Derek from CARE. Hear about all the changes this year. Sometimes there's a funny movie. Hyena flailing possible. Starting on time a somewhat less probable, but one can dream.
Video Gaming : Open
Play your favorite video games with your friends or make new friends as you enjoy beating their pikachu into the ground. Games will be rotated in and out throughout the day. Video Gaming will shut down every night around Midnight to 9am.
Furry Hams Meet and Greet
Are you an amateur radio enthusiast? Would you like to become one? This will be a meet and greet for all those who are currently furry hams or would like to learn more about the hobby. Concludes with a hidden transmitter 'fox hunt'! Bring your radio direction finding gear!
Fursuiting At Fiesta
First time at Fiesta? Back for more?? Come learn about the events and amenities for the fursuiters this year.
Do you remember...TFF2009?
Attention, gray muzzles, photographers, and hardcore Furry Fiesta fans! Were you one of the lucky 500 that were at the FIRST Texas Furry Fiesta? TFF is building an online collection of memories, photographs, and stories from the earliest days of Fiesta through today. If you were a part of the first TFF, we'd love to have you there! Expect flashes of nostalgia, senior moments, and war stories!
Furry Drama Show Casting and Auditions 0
Would you like to be a part of the show? We have our own stage this year and we are looking for acts. If you would like to be on stage or backstage show up and we will work to find your place in our show. We accept videos and live acts of all sorts.
Foam Javelin Tournament
Like dodgeball, but with foam javelins and house rules.
Real Life Self Defence
Self defense for the real world, in costume, or out.
Meet the GOHs
Meet our 2016 Guests of Honors! From painting in georgious watercolor, to building adorable fursuits, to running one of the largest furry cons in the world, our Guests of Honor are here to share their skills, talents, techniques and tales with all of you.
FURsona to FURsuit: Bringing a fursuit to life.
Fursuiting basics for those who are starting to fursuit or those that want to start, learn the basics of bringing your sona into the FUR. From body language, walks, props and more. We help bring anyone to a better ability to suit. Be prepared to move your FUR-thing. You don't have to be a suiter to attend!
DRAW IT PHYSICALLY
In this event you will be taught the mindset to bare for creating artwork/drawing and the way to improve the quality of your work. Understand what it takes to be a Visual Art student. To break out of "the path of least resistance" and unleash yourself. (Bring Sketchbook)
Writing Competition
Want to show off your chops as an author? TFF is having a writing contest based around the theme of the con this year! This panel is aimed to let writers have some time to brainstorm, write, and get info on how to submit their story. Good luck!
IronClaw anthropomorphic fantasy role play
Come join in a game of Iron Claw one of the oldest furry focused role playing game around.
Photography Studio : Open to the Public
Want to get an amazing picture to share on social media to remember your fantastic time at Furry Fiesta? Well our staff is here with it's own studio to capture that moment for you to share.
Science, Tech., Engr., & Medicine Meet & Greet
A chance for anyone who works, studies, or is just interested in the science, technology, engineering, and medical fields to get together, find mutual interests, and network. Twitter group: @Sci_Furs
How To Make a Fursuit dance video.
We will go over the basics of Fursuit and regular dance videos. At the end of the panel we will finish with a mass dance video! (fursuit NOT required)
DJ Nullstrukt
Are you prepared to go on a journey of sound, braving the most euphoric highs and darkest depths of trance thile the beat calls for your body to move to its rhythm? Then join DJ Nullstrukt, as he leads the way into Voodoo Trance! There will be a little something for everyone, including vocal, uplifting, tech, hard and psytrance. See you on the floor, if you dare!
Character Reference Sheets for Dummies
Tips and tricks that I have picked up over the years for creating character reference sheets that will convey the key features and attributes of your characters to artists. Will discuss both the written description and visual references.
Do you remember...TFF 2010?
2010! The year of the Space Cowboy! The second Furry Fiesta ever! The Furry Fiesta Staff is building an online collection of memories, stories, and photographs from our con's dusty history, and if you have vague memories of 2010, we'd love to have you there! Greymuzzles, photographers, and galactic ranch hands welcome!
Louisiana Furs Meet and Greet
Hey fellow Louisiana Furs, come and join us for a fun little get together! This will be a great time to come and meet new local furs and re-connect with others you may not have seen for a while.
Writing in the Furry Fandom: From Commissions to Novels
Join Caudle, writer of many a furry story, along with the upcoming serialized series 'Timorous' for a discussion about writing in the fandom. How do you get your name out? How important is formatting? How do you better yourself as a writer, and as a reader? Come by and find out!
Alexander James Adams - Songs & stories of Fantasy, Faerietale & Animal Adventures!
Songs and stories presented by the Faerietale Minstrel with guitar, fiddle and perhaps some furry friends as well. Come and enjoy the magic and music that celebrates the idea that no matter who or what you are, we are animals all the same!
Game night meet and greet!
Meet fellow furries and have fun with a night of exploding kittens, monopoly, clue or whatever other game I can pull out of my closet.
MoreFurLess Photoshoot
A photo shoot for all MoreFurLess suiters in attendance, to come and meet up with each other and to take pictures.
Furry Common Sense
Come to this panel to learn everything you didn't realize you needed to know! Whether it's how to handle explaining the furry fandom to just about anyone, guidelines on how not to be that creepy guy everybody avoids, or how to deal with issues at the convention, there's something for just about everybody! And remember: THE LESS YOU THINK YOU NEED THIS PANEL, THE MORE YOU NEED THIS PANEL.
Robert Wulfman / AxleWulf
An eclectic mix of future bass, synth pop, house & chill out going from more downtempo vibes into something more upbeat.
Furrywood: Voice Recording
Podcasts, live streams, music, animation... more and more furries are recording their voices every year. But are they getting the most out of their sound gear? In this panel, find out all the tricks to making your voice sound the best it can, no matter the size of your budget!
Furry Femme Photoshoot
A semi private photoshoot for all individuals who wear female fursuits.
Marine Mammal Panel
A meet and great for marine mammals and marine mammal enthusiasts.
Building a Cast of Characters
You've got your main character ready to set out on a journey. How do you surround them with the right people to make the journey memorable? How do you put enough life into the side characters to make them as real as your protagonist? Authors Rukis and Kyell Gold talk about building the supporting casts of their stories with advice for writers looking to breathe life into their worlds.
AD: Under The Junglegym
A Meet and Greet for Cubs, Baby furs, Lil'furs, and those who are curious about them. General discussion and Q & A about the subculture of this part of the fandom such as con etiquette for cubs.
Musical Balloons
A cross between musical chairs and bat-the balloon.
Matthew Ebel Concert
Piano rocker, geek, and fish-devouring bird Matthew Ebel returns for another high-energy show at TFF.
Angry Art Studio: Style development and improvement
This panel is for helping artists find, define, and improve their art style. Whether it is for toony, anime, realistic, or graphic novel style, these same principles will apply.
Undertale Meet & Greet
* A Meet & Greet for fellow Undertale fans to discuss the game and all of its various facets, fan theories, and characters. * You decide to attend the panel and have some fun. * The sight of fellow Undertale fans fills you with DETERMINATION.
How Conventions Happen, and Crazy Con Stories
Ever wonder how this whole thing happens? Come meet Path and the previous MFF Chair, Perro. Ask basically whatever you want. Crazy convention stories will be told.
AD: The Cub Corral
Daycare is no longer a thing of the past in this very exciting panel! We are catering to the Ageplayers/Cubfurs at TFF, offering snack time, centers, and even fun games! Coloring, Legos, and TV: you can do it all while chilling with your favorite friends! This is an 18+ venue, so make sure to have IDs ready!
AD: Adult Feral Art 101
Are you looking to improve your adult feral art? Look no further! This panel will explore the adult aspects of making feral, furry art!
Whodunnits and Whydithappens
What are the ways you can build suspense and explore mysteries in writing. Some thoughts on driving mysteries and thrillers in your stories.
Fursuit Improv
We got the stories and games, you bring the fursuit! You never know what kind of situation Ipequey will throw you into!!
Otherkin/therian 101
Defining what otherkin/therian is, going over some common terms, issues and laying the foundations.
AD: The Fandom and STD's/STI's
Learning how to be safe, debunking misconceptions, and discussing the sexual dynamics of the Furry Fandom.
Intro to DJing
Hosted by Nullstrukt & Edgewise! Have you ever wondered what exactly those DJs are doing behind the decks? Are you thinking that being a DJ is for you, but you just don't know where to start? Then come on down and get your oontz on at this DJ-led panel that will cover the basics and even give a few brave volunteers a chance for some hands-on experience!
Lipsync
Want to perform with a mic but don't want to sing? Fursuit doesn't permit it? Bring your music (please be acceptable for all-ages) on a device or USB drive and we'll give you a fake microphone and a spotlight!
Charity Casino night
Black Jack, Roulette, Craps and more. Come to the charity casino night, that supports Care and win YOUR fortune!
Fursuit Charades
What CAN you say without saying anything at all? Come find out as Quasi hosts this awesome event! Fursuiters highly encouraged to come and perform!
Furry Twitter
Furry Twitter is fun, dynamic, magical, and wonderfully awful world! We explore how we develop your personal voice, use Twitter to meet real people, best present yourself, and demonstrate common pitfalls of social media along with a variety of topics unique to the fandom.
AD: Whose lion is it anyway?
A large group of short-form improvisational adult comedy show.
Creating Comics
Talking about the process of making comics. From the beginnings of a story to publishing, all you need to know!
Karaoke
Show off your vocal skills or vocal impressions in the Kempi's nightclub! Song list available at http://rocknrollrentals.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Festival22_Artist.pdf
AD: Kinky Kritters: A BDSM Discussion
A discussion and intro to BDSM activities, relationships, & safety. Led by a full time furry friendly lifestyle Domme and sexual health educator and a full time completely furry submissive, this panel provides a chance for those new and experienced to ask questions and discuss their experiences within the world of kink.
King Of the Swingers' Ball
Prepare to vote with your dollars for the best Fursuit EDM-Swing dance team at this Charity Dance-Off with DJ Bisbee and live performance by Amadhia "Dreamsong"! You choose which team will be crowned the Kings of the Swingers by dropping a dollar (or more) into our charity buckets for that team as they compete for first place! Help the charity and enjoy some fursuit fun to new EDM, Trance, Dubstep, and Hardstyle remixes of swing-style classics!
AD: Writing the Rules: Poly, Open & More
A frank discussion of non-traditional relationship models, such as Poly, Open, Swinging, D/S, and more. Topics include comparative discussions, establishing boundaries, jealousy, how to begin, and more depending on time.
AD: Adult Art Panel
Everyone's favorite panel about weird anatomy, awkward giggles and every type of fun you could think of. 18+ only
AD: Furoticon: How-to-play and Beginner Tournament
Come play the fandom's hottest card game! Compete against other beginners in a 4-player free-for-all! Get a deck of your choice and keep it! Everyone wins prizes! Adults only!
How to Have More Fun in Fursuit
You wear your Fursuit to a convention, maybe do the parade also. But what else is there you could be doing that you are missing out on? Yes there is more out there to do! You can find out about it here from someone who has been doing costuming since the 1980's and it still has not gotten routine or old.
Dance: featuring PsyFur
Dance: featuring PsyFur: House, Progressive
Brony Dance Party
Get your hooves moving with a mix of modern and retro music inspired by the Mane Six!
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
In this game, the Villagers must discover the identity of the Werewolves before they are all killed. Every night, the Werewolves form a hunting pack to kill a single unlucky victim. When the sun rises, the hysterical Villagers pick someone to lynch who they believe to be a werewolf. The game ends when either all the werewolves are dead or the wolves outnumber the good villagers have been killed.
AD: FURRY FAMILY FEUD
Welcome to The Furry family feud! Our fabulous on site after dark comedy right here down on the bayou! Come down have a laugh and give to charity.
Otherkin/Therian Discussion Group
A guided discussion for otherkin about issues and what otherkin involves.
Dance: featuring Chexy
Dance: featuring Chexy: EDM
Saturday, March 12, 2016
109 eventsDJ Edgewise
Edgewise performs late-night music and griffon chirps!
AD: All is Not Well In love and War
Delve into a sci-fi fantasy world of fluffy homo romance as Ryuuki reads a preview from his novel, Sheath & Felix. Afterwards there will be a Q&A about the book, self publishing, and Anthro literature!
Foxes and Peppers concert
Fox Amoore and PepperCoyote share the stage once again. Join them for an hour of original music that THEY (mostly) WROTE! There will be keyboards, guitars, singing, and maybe even a little dancing. Sexy dancing.
Furry Drama Show Casting and Auditions 1
Would you like to be a part of the show? We have our own stage this year and we are looking for acts. If you would like to be on stage or backstage show up and we will work to find your place in our show. We accept videos and live acts of all sorts.
Dance: featuring DJ Shasta
Dance: featuring DJ Shasta: Trap
Tesla The Dingo presents How to Lucky Charms
Join Tesla and his Lucky Charms as they explore the whole grains that make life so magically delicious. All are welcome!
Furrywood: Voice Acting
The best way to learn how to be a voice actor is to actually do it! In this audience participation panel, volunteers will come up to the microphones in pairs to perform from one-page scripts. Whether you want to be dramatic or silly, there will be a script for you! What's more, all the recordings will be uploaded live to the Furrywood website, and later edited to make your performance sound its very best! Just remember-- we always do TWO takes ! There will be 18 scripts available at this panel, 9 comedies and 9 dramas. You can get a head start reading up on them by going to the website here . All scripts are new to Furry Fiesta. While many scripts are used at other furry conventions, none appeared in last year's packet. The numbers refer to scenes from the same storyline, with some scripts continuing narratives started in earlier scripts, sometimes using new characters. Scripts marked as NEW! have never appeared at another convention. COMEDIES The Adventues of Barton Rouge (2) NEW! Taking the Mulligan (1) The Tale of Sir Render (1) The Tale of Sir Render (2) Type: Setter (1) Arizuma (1) Arizuma (2) NEW! The Misadventues of Enoch the Eunuch (1) Top Dog (2) DRAMAS Deceit (1) The Wanderers (1) Shellback (2) Shellback (3) NEW! The Jackal and the Ostrich (4) NEW! Swamphoof (3) NEW! The Blur Effect (3) Pride Goeth Before You Fall (1) Pride Goeth Before You Fall (2) NOTE: This panel is a rebranding of Voice Acting Workshop , which has been a regular at Furry Fiesta since 2010. New name, but same structure, just with longer scripts and new gear. The host is the same guy, too! If you attended last year's Voice Acting Workshop , be sure to check out your recordings at the website here ! Or even if you didn't, come listen to what we make at the panel!
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The Adventues of Barton Rouge
Taking the Mulligan
The Tale of Sir Render
The Tale of Sir Render
Type: Setter
Arizuma
Arizuma
The Misadventues of Enoch the Eunuch
Top Dog
Deceit
The Wanderers
Shellback
Shellback
The Jackal and the Ostrich
Swamphoof
The Blur Effect
Pride Goeth Before You Fall
Pride Goeth Before You Fall
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Artist Alley : Lottery tickets issued
Artist Alley is a lottory system, please get your lotto number for todays Artist Alley. Lotto starts drawing at 9:30am, must be present.
Illuminati/Illumination
To enlighten fellow human beings about the truth of life and not the lies that we have been "brain washed" to believe.
Steven Universe meet
Come join us and talk about theories about Steven Universe and discuss the show.
Art Show : Open to the Public
Come see the art show in all it's glory, even make a bid to take it home with you. Talk to the Art show desk to sign up for a bidding number.
Video Gaming : Open
Play your favorite video games with your friends or make new friends as you enjoy beating their pikachu into the ground. Games will be rotated in and out throughout the day. Video Gaming will shut down every night around Midnight to 9am.
Anthropomorphology
An analysis of the history and nature of humanity's relation to animals, how it relates to furry culture, and what it could mean for the future.
Fursuit Performance
Want to learn how to bring your character to life? Want to be an awesome fox/bird/wolf/bat/etc? You wanted the best you got the best with Oki teaching you all the tips and tricks to being awesome.
GoH Lunch : Bus Travel for Special Event
Bus Travel provided by the convention to the GoH Lunch and Movie event! Please line up and check in Garden Court 2 (The open portion across from Reg) for Bus travel for the GoH Lunch & Zootopia event. This event is not in the hotel. We will provide bus travel to the event and after the movie bus travel back to the hotel. Attending staff will provide more information at check in for travel. Fursuits are not recommended and may be required to remove their head at the theater. TO ATTEND: You must have Pre-Reg as a SuperSponsor AND said 'Yes' to the Reg question about interest in the GoH Lunch. As this event has limited capacity and was full at the close of Pre-Reg. No seats are remaining and all guests will be required to check in. Please check in Garden Court 3 before getting on a bus. LAST BUS LEAVES AT 10;30am, No ifs, ands, or cute buts.
Furry Drama Show Casting and Auditions 2
Would you like to be a part of the show? We have our own stage this year and we are looking for acts. If you would like to be on stage or backstage show up and we will work to find your place in our show. We accept videos and live acts of all sorts.
Write Now! A Short Story Workshop
Bring your favorite writing tools and that story idea you've been having trouble with. Author Kyell Gold will talk about what elements make a good short story and how to get started with an idea that's giving you trouble. Then you'll have time in the panel to start writing!
Photography Studio : Open to the Public
Want to get an amazing picture to share on social media to remember your fantastic time at Furry Fiesta? Well our staff is here with it's own studio to capture that moment for you to share. Possibly open at other times throughout the day, see the posting outside the door for details.
Dealer's Den Open to All
Come see all the thing you can buy at Furry Fiesta's Dealer's Den!
Registration Open to ALL
Registration open to all levels. Please bring a gov photo ID.
Artist Alley : Open
Artist Alley is a lottory system, lotto is 30min prior to opening and tickets are issued before the drawing,
This is my first con. WHAT DO I DO?
So, you've never been to a con and have no idea what is going on. Maybe you're a convention pro and want some tips on how to maximize your experience. Come join AJ as he explains his tips from years of con experience.
Fursuit Maintenance and Travel
How to care and maintain a fursuit as well as travel tips.
GoH Lunch : OFF-SITE & Zootopia
Come spend a grand time with our GoH, as you enjoy lunch and a movie. Ttoday's special presentation is .... ZOOTOPIA ! See Event: GoH Bus Travel for Special Event for additional information. You must have Pre-Reg as a SuperSponsor and said 'Yes' to the Reg question about interest in the GoH Lunch. As this event has limited capacity and was full at the close of Pre-Reg. LAST BUS LEAVES AT 10;30am, No ifs, ands, or buts.
Digital Art Basics
Take your art from traditional mediums into the digital realm! Learn some basics of starting digital work from tools to programs to linework!
Cajun 2 Step
Learn the Cajun 2 step! This will be the smooth / traveling dance of this year’s con. Enjoy the sounds of Cajun country music as you drift along the lines of dance. This panel is for adult participants only. No audience members as we're here to learn and partners are provided!
Texas Furry Feud
Furry Feud is an Texan game show created by Echu where two "families" compete to name the most popular responses to survey questions in order to win prizes.
Furry Psychology with Dr. Nuka
Let Dr. Courtney "Nuka" Plante, a psychologist and co-founder of the IARP take you through the latest and greatest findings about the furry fandom: Think Bill Nye, but furrier! New findings include research on post-con depression, artists and fan entitlement, and gender differences. Ask questions and learn everything you ever wanted to know about what psychologists have learned about our weird and wonderful fandom!
Automotive Mechanics Meet n Greet
A place for all the furry gearheads that aren't afraid to get a little grease on their paws. Everyone that works on cars or builds them from scratch will be there. New people to the hobby are welcome.
Zydeco Swing
Learn the Zydeco swing! This will be our rhythm / spot dance of this year’s con. Bounce to the beat of Zydeco music as you get your groove on. This panel is for adult participants only. No audience members as we're here to learn and partners are provided!
Writing Adventures
In a story, stuff happens. This panel is about how to make that stuff powerful and memorable.
D&D 5E: Character Creation Session
For those who are new to D&D or just haven't played 5th Edition before, this character creation session will help you through creating a character for the Curse of Strahd adventure that will be run immediately afterwards during D&D: Ready, Set, Roll Initiative! (the actual play session at 8:30pm). All you need to do is show up. The presentation will be given twice: once at beginning and again halfway into the panel for anyone who missed the original. Check out the Gameplay Panel, too! http://sched.co/6HFX
Angry Art Studio: Character Design
Learn the basics of good character design, for both visual fidelity, interesting writing and personality. Also open (brutally honest) critique on designs if you want input at the end of the panel.
Costumed Movement Theory
A workshop created exclusively for Furry Fiesta! Mascot-style costumes present unique presentation challenges due to their fixed expression and lack of animation. Learn movement techniques that will breathe life into these characters. Participants are encouraged to bring specific costume pieces to troubleshoot.
San Antonio Furs Meetup
Are you from San Antonio? You're not? That doesn’t matter. Come and say “HOWDY” to the San Antonio Furs and see our awesome members and what events we plan in our great city. We have ice breaker games and great stories to share.
The Pinata Phenomenon
Join us to take your chance at opening a pinata. Candy for all concerned, plus a chance at a special prize.
4 Fur Cons for You to Party At!
Come and check out the munchies we are offering and listen to your hosts pitch their conventions to you. We are offering different food and drink so you have a taste of the good life.
Designing and Drawing Believable Creatures with Rhos
Explore different elements of complex creature design with professional freelance illustrator Lindsey "Rhos" Burcar (LindseyBurcar.com) in an hour of jam-packed artistic tips and techniques to make your creatures more believable and visually dynamic. Improve your beasts, from dragons to werewolves, by referencing source material from the natural world combined with your imagination.
Blues Dance: The Stroll
The Blues dance panels have become so popular over the years that I thought it was about time we learned a fun little aspect called The stroll. We're going to heat things up on the floor with this saucy, naughty interpretation of the Blues dance. Do to the nature of this rather spicy dance, it is very much for adult participants only. No audience members as we're here to learn but partners are provided!
Christian Fur Fellowship
This is a panel for furry christians to congregate and speak of personal testimonies. All are welcome to join and have fun making new friends. Come on in and feel free to ask questions. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! (whether it be a roar, squeak, etc.).
My kid dragged me to this con
A short presentation about where the fandom came from followed by a meet and greet with other parents and guardians. Have you figured out what kids today are going on about? Has anyone? If so, please share!
Getting Started Freelancing
Considering a career in freelance illustration? Let GoH Laura Garabedian give you some tips and tricks from her time in the field. Many of these tips are also applicable to other freelance careers, come armed with questions!
The Howling
Come on over and Join Ryuuki for some musical fun as he leads an impromptu lesson in choral music, songwriting, and digital composition!
LINEUP for Fursuit Parade
If you are planning to be in the Fursuit parade, then get your tail down here! Please be here at 3pm, as the parade will start at 3:30pm with or without you.
Fursuit Parade
Come join our annual fursuit parade! Line up starts at 3:00pm, the fursuit photo will be taken 3:25p & the parade will start at 3:30pm SHARP; Please BE EARLY at 3pm, so that we can take the photo on time and get the parade started to see all the adoring fans by 3:30pm.
Drawing in the Wild
Drawing from life is amazing, whether its in Africa or in a zoo or museum, working from life can inform your work in a way that nothing else does. Join GoH Laura Garabedian and Vantid as they talk about their experiences drawing from life, both in Africa, and elsewhere.
Nuka's Soapbox: Ramblings on Furry Issues
Furry researcher Nuka shares his thoughts about salient issues in the furry fandom: the fetishization of the furry fandom in the media, inter-fandom (and intra-fandom!) conflict, leaving the fandom forever, the real-world consequences of an online fandom, and much more!
Keep on Writing: Staying Motivated
Everyone can lose the drive to work on their craft from time to time. Sometimes all that's needed to get that drive back is a little nudge, and other times it's a full on shove. This panel aims to help give writers both of those things.
Nerf Gun Battle of the Bayou
A chance to show off your firepower and heroism, this friendly event showcases foam blasters action in a variety of settings. So lock and load, it's time to report for duty. All are welcome!
Bayou Jazz
Ty Browntail will play a variety of music from Louisiana and thereabouts!
Photography Studio : Open to the Public
Want to get an amazing picture to share on social media to remember your fantastic time at Furry Fiesta? Well our staff is here with it's own studio to capture that moment for you to share. Possibly open at other times throughout the day, see the posting outside the door for details.
Jade Claw
Come join a game of Jade Claw the wuxia version of the classic Iron Claw furry role playing game.
Fursuit Construction
Learn tips and tricks for fursuit construction from our GOH Sophie Cabra!
Sergal Siesta
Welcome, Texas Sergals and not Texas Sergals! All fans of Vilous will be able to get together, chat, have fun, and try not to get in a fight about canon. Plain old fans are welcome as well. *Nevreans must enter dipped in BBQ sauce before entering.
Charity Auction
Come see our amazing charity auction this year, where items of great value will be bid on and won by generous attendees! Proceeds go to our charity, CARE.
JS Joust and other motion controlled games
JS Joust is a no-graphics, digitally-enabled playground game designed for motion controllers. The aim of the game is simple, try to jostle your opponents' controllers while protecting your own! Come join us for some Jousting and a range of other movement enabled games! (16 players max per game)
Sequential Art and Storytelling Basics
Storytelling and Comics can be a complicated area! Learn to tell stories through pictures and importance of panel per panel work!
Music Video for Texas Furry Fiesta 2016
Come join us in making a music video to represent and celebrate Texas Furry Fiesta 2016.
Hoof Meet and Greet
A meet and greet for all hoofed furries. NOT MLP
Lipsync
Want to perform with a mic but don't want to sing? Fursuit doesn't permit it? Bring your music (please be acceptable for all-ages) on a device or USB drive and we'll give you a fake microphone and a spotlight!
Anthro Anatomy
A live demonstration by Rukis on anthro anatomy, building a figure from the paws up! Beginners or veterans welcome, the panel will cover everything from basic bodies built from shapes to specifics detailing in different types of paws, muzzles and tails.
Fursuit Games
The games are on in the bayou and it’s going to be hot! Come join Ipequey as he hosts the 2016 Fursuit Games. Winning is optional. Fun is Mandatory!
Furrywood: Motion Capture
What if instead of animating with a pencil, a stylus, or a keyboard and mouse, you could animate with your entire body? That's motion capture ! In this audience-participation panel, learn how the pros use actors to quickly animate movies, television shows and video games. We'll even animate our own CGI scene right at the panel, using some of the latest in portable motion capture technology. Find out how you can capture bodies, facial movement, speech and hand gestures all toward building a fully animated character. A special thank you to Red Swampwulf for giving permission to use his character's likeness for this panel!
Red Swampwulf
ART SHOW: LAST TIME TO BID!
Art show bidding ends on Saturday! So get in to make your last bids and snipe that masterpiece!
AD: Transformation Sensation 2016
Welcome to a state of mind where the boundaries of species no longer apply. We will discuss the past and the future of the transformation genre as well as the reveal and analysis of the newest survey specifically tailored to fan requests. And stay tuned to the end...we'll have a few surprises for you! All transformation fans and non-fans welcome!
Circus Freaks
The Circus Freaks present a spectacular evening of improvisational theater, musical mayhem, and classic big top talent. Performance will be suitable for all ages.
Karaoke
Show off your vocal skills or vocal impressions in the Kempi's nightclub! Song list available at http://rocknrollrentals.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Festival22_Artist.pdf
WagzTail Live
Come join Levi and Wolfin of the WagzTail podcast for their first-ever live recording in Texas! They're going to be taking questions and topics from the audience (that's you!) so be sure to bring your ideas!
MacGyver Fursuit Challenge!
What happens when a fursuit builder is put in a room and given a short time to build a partial? CAN THEY DO IT?!?!?! Come find out! NOTE: This is not a fursuit construction panel – this is just entertainment.
Furry Fiesta Fursuit Dance Competition Auditions
Auditions for the 2016 Fursuit Dance Competition
AD: Fursuit Charades After-Dark
The later… more adult… version of the charades with Quasi hosting cuz he’s like that.
AD: A Manic Discussion about Fetishes
So, let's face it, we of the nerdy culture have some unusual kinks. But these aren't things to be ashamed of! Lets this out, learn a little about others, and a little about ourselves, all bundled up with the surely manic and nervous energy of a room full of deviants!
AD: Pet/Barnyard RolePlay
18+ panel that discuss the lifestyle of pet and barnyard play. Meet/greet, discussion, safety, and much more. All are welcome. Adult but Clean.
D&D 5E: Ready, Set, Roll Initiative!
D&D Gaming Session: The tables will run games with NEW LEVEL 1 characters created during the D&D Character Creation Session. We'll be using a module from the latest 5th Edition storyline: Curse of Strahd! There will be one or two tables running the new Curse of Strahd intro adventure. Expect for the gameplay to take the full panel time, if not longer.
BANDTHRO!
Fox Amoore leads an impressive lineup showcasing some of the fandom’s most talented musicians in a concert of predominantly original work from albums such as Come Find Me and We Will Be, as well as original work by Rhubarb the Bear, Pepper Coyote, Matthew Ebel and much more!
KaGe plays a variety of music with a southern flavor!
KaGe plays a variety of music with a southern flavor!
AD: Adult Furry Literature
The fandom is filled with many stories, and some of them are of a more... Adult nature. This panel aims at helping any writer tell those stories, no matter what the content.
AD: Drawing Passionate Adult Art
We are going to explore the difference between passionate adult art and flat out smut. Good for artists OR commissioners who want to learn the tips and tricks on how to add a little romance to the 18+ section of your gallery!
The Voodoo Fais Do-Do, Barefoot Ball
The Mistress of Music and Motion has cursed you all! Now you must dance off her evil magic spell at this themed ball! Cajun Country, Zydeco Swing and Sexy Blues music will help you rid yourself of her wicked spell! Don’t know how to dance? Classes are provided during the daylight hours before the swamp spirits start to rise. There is also a chance to win a super-sponsorship for next year’s convention, for the most spirited dancer of the entire evening! A program and dance card for the ball is provided at Registration to help you win!
Advance Costume Materials
Detailed breakdown on new and unusual materials for costume construction. Covering safety, sculpting, molding, different casting materials, specialty thermoplastic, foams, fabrics and furs.
AD: Furoticon: How-to-play and Beginner Tournament
Come play the fandom's hottest card game! Compete against other beginners in a 4-player free-for-all! Get a deck of your choice and keep it! Everyone wins prizes! Adults only!
AD: Wielder's Moments
One part storytelling, one part comedy, all parts odd. Come by and have a listen as Wielder relates stories of his life that some of us are glad only seem to happen to him.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
In this game, the Villagers must discover the identity of the Werewolves before they are all killed. Every night, the Werewolves form a hunting pack to kill a single unlucky victim. When the sun rises, the hysterical Villagers pick someone to lynch who they believe to be a werewolf. The game ends when either all the werewolves are dead or the wolves outnumber the good villagers have been killed.
Fursuit Dance Party featuring DJ Mizuiro
Fursuit Dance Party featuring DJ Mizuiro: Top 40 hits, Classic hits and Hip Hop
AD: Hyena Open Mic Comedy
Now an annual tradition, watch comics take their chance on stage, and even give stand up a shot yourself. A series of comics can sign up and given a 5 minute set to entertain. Or at least try to.
AD: KnotSheathed: A Podcast with Fuzzwolf and Kyell Gold
Fuzz and Kyell return with another of their convention live shows. The title is a mashup of their respective podcasts. The fox and wolf will discuss their con experience so far, writing in the fandom, and probably take questions from the audience.
Jazz Jam
Join Amadhia, Cosmik, Rhubarb, Dolphin Boy and hopefully a few surprise guests for a live music set that's a little naughty and a lot of fun.
Dance: featuring DJ Recca
Dance: featuring DJ Recca: Electro, Trap
Sunday, March 13, 2016
44 eventsAD: A Little's Story Time
Cub, littles, kid fur story time. Story read by Path, the Con chair. (Path Said he would do it!)
AD: Iron Artist
Come join Glass ferret & friends in the fun as artists try to draw the randomness from audience suggested themes, artists spectators & hecklers welcomed. Watch as artists do their best with your suggestions and you too can see how they deal with inflation, zombie, and ponies. Also there might be CAKE! Promise it's a maybe, no lie, just maybe.
AD: The Match Game
Like the '70's game show where contestants compete to match fill-in-the-blank phrases with those of our judges. Join us for two hours of barely-contained chaos and really bad jokes.
Dance Your Tail Off
Back by popular demand, Cosmik's retro DJ set is fursuit friendly and fun for all.
AD: The Dragon Den
Are you covered in scales? Do you like gold and various other shiny (sometimes useless) things? Do you like kidnapping princesses or princes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be a dragon. Dragons of all shapes and sizes are welcome. Let's discuss what makes dragons the best in the whole freakin' universe! Dragon admirers and non-dragons welcome, just bring ketchup... (This is an adult panel. 18+ only.
Dance: featuring Darroh
Dance: featuring Darroh: Electro, Moombation, Drum n Bass, Trap, Dubstep
Artist Alley : Lottery tickets issued
Artist Alley is a lottory system, please get your lotto number for todays Artist Alley. Lotto drawing starts at 9:30am, must be present.
Video Gaming : Open
Play your favorite video games with your friends or make new friends as you enjoy beating their pikachu into the ground. Games will be rotated in and out throughout the day. Video Gaming will shut down every night around Midnight to 9am.
Registration Open to ALL (Pre-Reg for 2017 also availiable)
Registration open to all levels. Please bring a gov photo ID.
Artist Alley : Open
Artist Alley is a lottory system, lotto is 30min prior to opening and tickets are issued before the drawing,
Dealer's Den Open to All
Come see all the thing you can buy at Furry Fiesta's Dealer's Den!
Fursuit Jersey Photoshoot
Fursuiters are encouraged to wear their favorite jerseys and bring any relevant sporting equipment for a special photoshoot! Spectators and photographers are welcome!
Figure Designing 101 - From Sketch to 3D Print
Have you ever wanted to design your own figurine? It's easier than you think! This panel will show the basics of 3D sculpture and design using a FREE set of design tools to take your idea from sketch to 3D printed reality. Sponsored by Pixel Ghost Studios.
Foam Fencing Tournament
Think you've got what it takes to slay dragons? Come put your mettle to the test in swordplay.
Art Show : Artist / Bidder Pick Up ONLY
No Bidding on Sunday. Winner & artist pick up only. Payment can be made by Cash or Card. Winners will be posted outside.
RAWR: Furry Writing Workshop Year One
Science fiction and fantasy genres have workshops for helping writers develop their craft, network with other writers, improve on skills the writers have, help facilitate the growth of community, and help new writers improve their confidence levels. The furry community didn't have this kind of opportunity. Until now. This year, the first residential writing workshop, RAWR, took place in California between January 9 and January 14, 2016. This writing workshop is the first event of its kind within the furry fandom. Hosted and taught by Kyell Gold and Ryan Campbell, with Watts Martin and Jeff Eddy as special guest lecturers, five attendees became the first class of the five-day intensive workshop. This panel discusses the workshop, the challenges and successes, and thoughts for the future. We'll also be entertaining questions about the event.
Look at Pepper's Junk
Pepper Coyote has a lot of stuff on stage when he performs and he wants to take this opportunity to show you his junk. Pepper will go over how the on-stage looping works, how to get started with your own looping, singing technique, recording technique, etc. He will also be making extra time to answer any questions you might have.
SMILE! Dealing with depression
Dealing with depression, anxiety, and its social effects? You're not alone and there's nothing wrong with you. While the panelists are not qualified professionals they are people like you.
Charity Poker Tournament
High stakes and high prizes. Come and take a load off at one of our fabulous Texas holdem tables.
Improv Essentials
Join performers from the Circus Freaks for a workshop in the fundamentals of improv games, comedic theory and other theatrical shenanigans.* *Also suitable as a spectator sport.
Plot and World Development
The plot of a story is one of the most important elements there; it keeps the reader going. Conversely, the world around that plot helps suck the reader in. Both of these things need to be fleshed out and work in order to keep a reader, and this panel aims at helping do just that.
Rhubarb & Cosmik Ruin EVERYTHING!
Rhubarb the Bear and his cohort Cosmik are back to ruin even more of your favorite songs.
Wii U Smash for charity
Wii U Smash tournament will be played to raise money for Charity. $10 initial entry fee, Guaranteed at least two matches. and Double elimination until the final 4 If you get knocked out you can buy back in (single elimination) for $10 until final 4. 1st round is 4 man free for all, Top two move to winners Bracket, Bottom two to the losers Bracket. Then 1 v 1 Slotting rebuys in to the next available match. All matches played on random omega stages, 3 stock
Using your Powers for Good
Have a fursuit and want to perform at local events and charities? Come learn how to deal with these organizations and put your best paw forward.
So You Want To Be On Staff?
It's Sunday, and we hope you had a blast at Furry Fiesta! Want to help us make TFF2017 amazing, show off your skills, and be a part of the team? Come to this panel, get the inside scoop, and put your name in the hat for next year!
Publisher Q&A
Ever wanted to ask a publisher a question or two about their business? Here is your chance to do just that! Sit down and get some answers about the ins and outs of getting your writing published.
Tea Time for the Soul
Join us for tea, cookies, and quiet conversation. We will provide hot water, tea and it's accoutrements. Tea enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their own favorite teas and blends to share, as well as any additional nibbles!
PILLOW FIGHT!
PILLOW FIGHT! what else is there to say?
Furry Fiesta Fursuit Dance Competition
Fursuit Dance Competition, come watch fursuiters show you their best moves! Don't miss the auditions on Saturday.
Watercolor Basics
While you certainly can't teach a whole class on watercolors in an hour, you can get a lot of helpful tips. GoH Laura Garabedian will be working on a badge, and talking about her tools, techniques, and experiences with this notoriously finicky medium while you watch. Get there early to get a good seat and feel free to bring your own supplies to ask questions or paint along.
Choosing a character and acting the part
What to consider when you choose a character that will be made into a fursuit and how to act the part and bring that character to life.
FDS Tech Rehearsal
This is the last chance to get your music in and have it reviewed before the show. There is a rehearsal on Saturday but if there were any issues we could not resolve then we will fix them at this time.
(3)DS Meetup
Time to take out those portable gaming systems and connect! Whether you've got a 3DS, a DS, or any other portable system, this is a place to meet and potentially play against others who have the same hobby! What a way to sit and relax after a great Furry Fiesta!
Entertain the Staff for Small Prizes
Entertain the staff for two minutes without being gonged offstage and win a small prize! Stay for the end, when our Grand Prize winner is elected by audience applause.
Creating Safe Spaces - A Conversation With HavenCon Organizer Shane
Join HavenCon Organizer Shane Brown as he talks about creating the first LGBT Focused Geek and Gaming Convention of Texas. From concept to execution, he'll discuss the challenges and joys of creating a Safe Space for all.
Betrayal at House on the Hill
Players all begin as allies exploring a haunted house filled with dangers, traps, items and omens. Each time you play the game will be different.
Teaching Furry Art 101
Explore the classroom of drawing 101, ask all the questions you need help with for all those furry art problems. Taught by Chaz The Panwere
The Furry Drama Show
Come see one of the most viewed shows in the Furry Fandom where attendees bring their talents to the stage. You never know what fantastic entertainment may appear on the stage.
Closing Ceremonies
Another great year at Texas Furry Fiesta! Maybe, I wrote this in January. But that's a wrap! Get final attendance and charity numbers, along with important things to know about 2017!
Scritch & B*ƒ€h (after CC)
Come tell us about your con experiences, many changes we make is because of your feedback! So come breath life back into our souls with what you enjoyed. This panel starts after closing ceremonies.
Dance: featuring Rotten Robbie
Dance: featuring Rotten Robbie: Trap
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
In this game, the Villagers must discover the identity of the Werewolves before they are all killed. Every night, the Werewolves form a hunting pack to kill a single unlucky victim. When the sun rises, the hysterical Villagers pick someone to lynch who they believe to be a werewolf. The game ends when either all the werewolves are dead or the wolves outnumber the good villagers have been killed.
Dance: featuring Sebris
Dance: featuring Sebris: EDM, Breaks, Electroswing, Trance
Dance: featuring DJ Oddy
Dance: featuring DJ Oddy: EDM, Tech house, Electro
Monday, March 14, 2016
1 eventsDance: featuring DJ Nightfire
Dance: featuring DJ Nightfire: EDM, UDM