Anthrocon 2023: Fur-bruary Updates

Can you believe it Anthrocon attendees? We are now less than five months away from the convention! With general room bookings having been opened and online registration resuming at the beginning of February, here are some reminders and updates about Anthrocon 2023!

Want to hear an audio version of our February updates? We are introducing a new audio format to learn about Anthrocon’s high-level updates, featuring our content producer Harvest. Click on the play button below to hear it, or keep on reading below for more details!

COVID-19 & MASK POLICIES

Our most up-to-date Anthrocon 2023 COVID-19 and masking policies is available for viewing on the COVID-19 Policy page, although it is subject to changes and updates based on emerging data, as well as guidance, from government and health experts. All updates will be announced to attendees via our social media channels described above.

Our current mask policy is that proper masks (covering the nose and mouth) are required to be worn in specific high-density and high-contact areas of the convention center and hotels, including: Registration, Dealers Room, Artist’s Alley & Con Store, Art Show, Gaming Rooms and all Panel and Event Rooms. All other areas of the convention space will be mask-optional, and we strongly recommend fursuiters wear an appropriate mask underneath their costume heads to ensure they are compliant with our policy and minimize the chances of spread.

Registration

Online registration has now resumed at regular pre-registration pricing (only $65 Attending and $115 Sponsor are available, as Supersponsor and Ultrasponsor have both sold out). These prices will be good until June 11, when pre-registration closes. After that date, all attendees must register on-site. For complete information on registration options please visit the registration information page.

Hotel Booking

If you registered before January 30th, an email was sent to your registered email with the hotel booking link. If you pre-registered or will pre-register after February 2nd, you will get the booking link as part of your confirmation email. As of today, all of Anthrocon’s partnered hotels are completely sold out, and the Anthrocon hotel team is continuing to work with our booking partners on adding hotel block availability. Updates will be shared on social media including Twitter, Facebook and our Telegram Announcements Channel.

Anthrocon River Cruises

Plenty of tickets are still available for all sailings of the Anthrocon River Cruises presented by the Gateway Clipper Fleet, including the special dinner and cocktail cruises! Sailings for the hourlong fursuit-friendly sightseeing cruises are just $25 and there are multiple times to choose from on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

For a more luxurious experience, don’t miss the Friday evening dinner cruise, which includes two drink tickets, a catered three-course meal and a special musical performance by Rhubarb and Cosmik. Saturday evening’s Cocktail Cruise also comes with two drink tickets and will feature assorted hors d’oeuvres and light snacks. For more information or to book your tickets for the cruises, visit the Anthrocon River Cruises page and make your convention extra memorable!

Art Show and Artists Alley

Applications for both Art Show and Artists Alley will be opening this month! Please register for the Art Show by March 31 to guarantee your spot. If you are a returning Art Show participant from 2022, the Art Show director will reach out to you via email regarding your spot for this year. For those wanting to participate who did not last year, a link will be provided soon on the Art Show page to the Online Reservation Form to reserve your spot. Attendees will be notified with the link becomes live on our social media channels. The Art Show also has a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page.

The Artists Alley is open to all artists on a lottery basis, with applications closing on May 30. For more information on how to sign up, as well as the lottery rules and process, visit the Artists Alley page.

Panels Applications and Performance auditions

If you are musically or theatrically inclined and wish to schedule a performance on Anthrocon’s Main Stage, there is an audition form available to fill out on our Events page. Main Stage time is limited, so please apply early! Applications to host regular panels such as Meet & Greets, Seminars, Discussions, Demonstrations, Educational Talks, etc. are also available on our Events and Panels page. Panels must be submitted by March 31 to be considered for this year’s convention. The success of Anthrocon’s programming relies on you - we encourage everyone interested to contribute and be part of one of the largest and most diverse panel tracks in furry fandom, while meeting other furry fans with shared interests!

Conbook and Advertising submissions

Anthrocon is offering opportunities for printed and digital advertisements at the convention this year! Options range from 1/4 page ads in the convention guide to bag inserts that will be seen by every attendee. The deadline to submit art and payment for advertisements is May 1, visit our Advertising page for pricing options and details.

Looking to submit artwork or short stories to our 2023 conbook? Submissions are now open and ready for aspiring artists and writers! View all the details and submission form on our Conbook Submissions page. Please keep in mind all material needs to be rated “G” to “PG-13,” and that submissions which complement this year’s theme of “Anthropolis: Our Furry City” may be given priority.