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My 12th MFF

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I know it’s hard to believe but I have been going to MFF since 2013.

Back when Reg was in the same location a Headless Lounge now sits. I guess I have seen it all. From the expansion into the Convention center.

I know it’s hard to believe now but when it all started what is now panel rooms. Was the Dealers Den/ Artist Alley. To what it has become now.

This Thursday I get my badge, not next week, or next month. This very Thursday. And I am going to a couple of panels that evening.

Oh sure except for the Dealer’s Den, Artist Marketplace and the Art Show locations. It’s pretty much as I expected. I have no doubt that the Poke Bowl place will be in it’s usual place Really I am not expecting much than to have a good time and spend way more money than I should.

Will get some art commissioned I have this idea floating around, and if I can find an artist to do it. Rework my business card design.

It might sound like I am going to be bored. But I rarely am at MFF. There is so many unexpected things that always happens. I Hope to get my friend a replacement beanie. How that is going to go better wait to after the convention.

Oh sure I wish I got to do my Furry Reporter panel. But maybe that was a good thing in disguise. As strange as this sounds a few have advised me to postpone submitting it until 47 is gone. If you think about it, I am sure it makes sense.

Like usual I will be reporting via my phone. Which kinda limits where I can post to mainly here, Tumblr and Bluesky. Reasons behind this is sound, including the hotel has public wifi. That and the bitterly cold weather, they are saying we could see on Thursday. 19 for a high… geez.

When your hotel is more than a mile from the convention, it will be interesting.

I hope you check out my coverage, will will try my best to cover as much as I can.

Anthrocon 2026 Reg Open

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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

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

MFF 2025 Update

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MFF has finally made their schedule OFFICIAL, despite being listed on Sched for the last few weeks. The most notable changes is the Furry Variety Show is on the same time as Friday’s Fursuit Games. In addition MFF has literally gone from all you did on Thursday was get your badge and head back to your hotel. To a full blown schedule, of no less than 49 panels. Not even joking see for yourself

https://midwestfurfest2025.sched.com/

There is a lot, but that isn’t the only change this year…

Hall F is the biggest change. They moved the Dealer’s Den to the largest space it ever had. But also a space where a lot say it should have been for years. Can’t wait to see who is going to be there. Adult Annex also has a larger space as well as the Art Show. Both got moved.

I would also say more of the convention is at the convention center. Not that is a bad move, it’s dealing with the crowd. Something the anime convention have been doing for years.

There has been some insane bottlenecks with the crowd over the years. Last year it was Artist Alley, which I could not get into on Friday. A friend and I had to wait until Saturday Morning.

Another thing I noticed is that the more popular events for the most part at the convention center. Save for Main and Secondary stage events they are both still at the hotel. I think there will be less traveling in The Corridor of Death AKA The Skybridge. Still hope for good weather, what really helped was sunny skies and more taking the outside route. Which for the record is shorter.

As for me I am working on what I want to see and that Corridor video I do that is still quite popular. I think I have no choice but to start at the hotel. As for the rest that is still pretty much TBA for now.

As far as the Picks for Panel. They are quite good. More comedy this year, although I wish Alkali makes a come back. Those running similar panels do quite a good job. You got an amazing range we got everything from Circus Furs to a Plush meet, at least 1 game show, and a meet for furries in business. I said it was a good range.

Galactic Camp Reg Open and Big News

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Mission Updates:
We have over 500 folks who have pre-reg’d now, and we are excited to bring you an amazing show next weekend. If you are looking for a day pass, we will have $50 day passes Sat/Sun at the door, as well as a new $25 pass on Monday. We will be selling $80 discounted pre-reg tickets until Friday, and are still doing free tier upgrades while supplies last.   
As of this email, we have about 100 upgrades left for Sponsor–> Super Sponsor. This means for $175 you get a patch, a glow-in-the-dark UV cup, and 50% off drinks all weekend + free non-alcoholic drinks too. You can also log in and upgrade your existing ticket, paying the difference.   
We have a limited number of Admiral tickets (https://galacticcamp.com/reg) for sale if you want to sleep on the ship!Otherwise, there are plenty of Hotels, including several that offer a special discount to con goers. See our Hotels page (https://galacticcamp.com/hotels). (https://galacticcamp.com/hotels)  
We are doing a fursuit runway, similar to how our friends at PAWCon (https://pacanthro.org/) do it, with furries filling out an index card with a bio and getting announced, except ours will be on an actual runway. The Flight Deck Sat at 5pm.   
Our Schedule is live. (https://www.galacticcamp.com/schedule) We have panels, DJ’s, a band, theme bars, a car shop, fursuit games, and so much more to do all weekend long.  
Check out all of our panels here. (https://www.galacticcamp.com/panels) If you would like to host a panel, please apply soon. We are finalizing selections next week.   
Learn more about our 4 theme bars here (https://www.galacticcamp.com/bars). (https://www.galacticcamp.com/bars) We are bringing you 100% furry-run bars with value-priced drinks all weekend long!   
Check out our 2025 Dealer’s Den Merchants here (https://www.galacticcamp.com/dealers-den). (https://www.galacticcamp.com/dealers-den) We have over 30 confirmed dealers attending the con this year, and we are the only con where you can shop for a fursuit next to an actual 70-million-dollar F-18 fighter jet!   
Check out our  DJ lineup (https://www.galacticcamp.com/2025-dj-lineup). (https://www.galacticcamp.com/2025-dj-lineup) We have multiple stages, a live band, and over 25 hours of talent coming your way!   
Awoo Cru (https://bsky.app/profile/awoocru.bsky.social) is hosting a Furry Car Show. Show off your ride at Galactic Camp! Meet and greet with the fandom’s most unique automotive enthusiasts.  
We have 4 food trucks coming, plus an onboard cafe on the ship!   
Dress Code – while we want people to be able to express themselves, please use your best judgment; we are in a museum where people have lost their lives, and the museum is run by volunteer vets, many of whom are in their 70s to 80s.

You haven’t got too much time left that con starts May 24 to 26

https://www.galacticcamp.com/