1.”Online pre-registration continues to be open until June 26, 2026 OR if we reach our designated maximum capacity!”
2.”we’re working to increase the available hotels in Pittsburgh so that everyone’s got a place to stay.”
3.”2026 booking dates for hotel blocks will be finalized closer to the new year, but attendees can expect a similar timing as last year.”
Ultrasponsors: February 3, 2026
Dealers: February 10, 2026
Supersponsors: February 17, 2026
Sponsors/Attending: February 24, 2026
4.”Our Artists Alley sign-ups for 2026 have not yet opened, but we plan to update and announce the process in the new year.”
Side Note – If you check out the website when on desktop and click with the mouse on the page, youll see various animals/hearts show up.
Sources:
https://t.me/Anthrocon/680
https://www.anthrocon.org/news/anthrocon-2026-get-cozy-for-the-holidays-with-these-updates/
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Anthrocon Issue Hotel Warning
Has someone offered you a hotel room for #Anthrocon 2026 already? Chances are, it’s probably not legit 🤔
🏨 Official hotel block bookings will start around February 2026
❓ Always verify the legitimacy of any offer
💳 Never give money in advance if you’re not sure
📸 Kaze
Want to Be Apart of Anthrocon?!!!
The forests of #Anthrocon 2026 are filled with mystery, but also things to do!
Applications are open for hosting, performing and DJs!
👯♀️ Panels and meetups: https://www.anthrocon.org/events-panels/
🎸 Performances: https://www.anthrocon.org/stage-performances/
🎛 DJs: https://www.anthrocon.org/nightly-dances/
📸 LionelLeupold
Anthrocon 2026 Reg Open
Attending
Limited Availability
Pricing:
Pre-registration price: $80
On-site price: $100
As an Attending member, you’ll get:
- Access to the convention space and activities for the duration of this year’s convention once registration opens (Thursday, July 2 pre-registered — Friday, July 3 at the door)
- Our souvenir con book and other publications
- A weekend of fun
Sponsor
Limited Availability (2200) – Pre-registration only
Pricing:
Pre-registration price: $140
On-site price: not available
Sponsors are generous patrons who like to help us provide even more services and events for our membership. A Sponsor gets the full privileges of an Attending membership, as well as the following:
- A nifty Sponsor ribbon
- A free Anthrocon t-shirt
- An expedited pick-up line on site
- Earlier entry into the Dealers Room on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (after Ultrasponsor and Supersponsor entry)
Supersponsor
Limited Availability (700) – Pre-registration only
Pricing:
Pre-registration price: $350
On-site price: not available
Supersponsors are some of the most generous persons on the planet! We heap lavish praise and gifts unto them. A Supersponsor gets the full privileges of a Sponsor membership, as well as the following:
- A nifty Supersponsor ribbon
- An invitation to the Artists & Dealers reception on Friday evening
- Earlier admission into the Dealers Room on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (after Ultrasponsor)
- Advance admission to selected main ballroom events
- A unique gift available to Supersponsors
- Our wonderful Supersponsor Brunch on Sunday
- An advance opportunity to book select hotel rooms before general availability**
Ultrasponsor
Limited Availability (35) – Pre-registration only
Pricing:
Pre-registration price: $1200
On-site price: not available
Our highest level of sponsorship, with our utmost gratitude! An Ultrasponsor gets all privileges of a Supersponsor membership, as well as the following:
- A nifty Ultrasponsor ribbon
- VIP badge pick up at registration
- First opportunity to register for a hotel room, based on availability**
- Front-of-line privileges for early admission into the Dealers Room on Friday
- Front-of-line privileges to main ballroom events (plus 1 guest if desired)
- An exclusive gift available only to Anthrocon Ultrasponsors
- Our wonderful Supersponsor Brunch on Sunday
- An exclusive Saturday Ultrasponsor and VIP Cocktail Reception
- Special Ultrasponsor Badge
- Free access to the Anthrocon River Cruises (if cruises are available)
- Expedited elevator line privileges in the Westin Hotel (guest floor elevators)
For more Info https://www.anthrocon.org/
Anthrocon takes place July 2 to 5th
Anthrocon 2026 Dealer App
Our Dealers Room is the perfect place for upgrading your cryptid fits 💸💀💸
Anthrocon Dealers applications open next Monday, October 27 at 4pm Eastern, and close November 17. Applications will be reviewed until late January 2026.
Anthrocon 2026 registration starts Oct 27
Anthrocon 2026 registration starts next Monday! Don’t forget to create an account on our Registration system first.
Schedule:
🐱 Ultrasponsor/Supersponsor/Sponsor: October 27
🐶 Dealers applications: October 27
🐲 Attending: November 3
https://anthrocon.org/registration/
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Anthrocon 2025 Official Numbers
Final numbers for #AC2025:
👨👩👧👦 Attendance: 18,357
💸 Charity: Over $87,000
Our Attendee Feedback Survey will be sent via ✉️email in the coming days. See you next year July 2-5, 2026 for “Critters, Cryptids & Curses” AND our 20th anniversary in Pittsburgh! #Anthrocon
📸 Kavaeric
Unwanted Person in Fursuit Parade Anthrocon 2025
Anthrocon was made aware of a controversial individual who participated in the Fursuit Parade on July 5th, 2025. After careful review with our team members, we believe that this individual specifically and intentionally circumvented our Event and Safety measures (including costume review) with the intention of causing a scene and disruption.
We want to reassure the members of our community that this individual is not allowed membership at Anthrocon now or in the future. Given the urgent and sensitive nature of the individual’s actions, we took special exception to our policy of not discussing bans or banned individuals as we want our attendees to know that we hear them and take their concerns seriously.
Anthrocon strives to be a positive and supportive member of our furry community. The Anthrocon staff and venue partners want to thank everyone for their patience and information as we endeavor to host the best furry event that we possibly can. Sincerely, Anthrocon, Inc.
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Anthrocon & Poodling Update
To help clarify some of our parade guidelines for this year and inspire partial outfits, check out these examples from some of our team!
Examples include combos of:
🩳 Underskins/sleeves/leggings
👚 Comfortable (and stylish!) clothing
and more!
Looking for more examples and tips? Though not official, Telephone has recently made a video that might be helpful for inspiring some costumes and ensembles to go with your character.
Anthrocon #AC2025
Furry Times 