It's almost time for #Anthrocon to arrive for its 20th year in Pittsburgh! Many cryptid friends are starting to check into hotels today - we want to remind everyone to be courteous and treat our hotels nicely, as they're excited to treat you the same 😻🏨 📸 Kavaeric

Don't forget to check out the deals and discounts at restaurants, experiences and more around Pittsburgh that you can take advantage of during #Anthrocon! 😻🍕🌯🍣📽🍷⛳️ www.anthrocon.org/partners-2026/

A friendly reminder from our Safety team: we do not allow attendees wearing tactical or tactical-style gear, or any accessories that may be perceived as real. Props brought into the convention space must also be inspected and peace-bonded. More details: www.anthrocon.org/standards-of...

We've got some of the fandom's notable comic personalities returning to the stage at City Winery on Thursday, July 2 - doors open at 6 PM, and show starts at 7 PM! You'll also be able to get there faster via our Red Route shuttle buses! 🚌🔴 📅 anthrocon.org/schedule

Some of our friends were out at OpenStreetsPGH today, helping with traffic control and letting yinz know that we're coming soon! 💛🖤 #Anthrocon

We get quite a bit of Lost and Found each year - we'd rather all your stuff stays with you! Anthrocat's got some quick tips on what to do with your stuff before getting here, and where our Lost and Found is at #Anthrocon.

The weather forecast is showing ☀️HEAT☀️ in Pittsburgh next week! Make sure you pack: 🎽 Light, breathable clothing 🥤 Water bottle 🪭 Fans/cooling 🧢 Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) More tips: www.anthrocon.org/guides/thing... 📸 Tobee

Need a disability accommodation at #Anthrocon? ❤️ At Registration, ask a staffer to guide you to the ADA line! You will be given a sticker to identify to staff when needing assistance (no proof required) 💬 At-con TG chat for assistance at t.me/ACAccessibil... 📸 Kaze

We've got deals and discounts at restaurants, experiences and more around Pittsburgh that you can take advantage of during #Anthrocon2026! 😻🍕🌯🍣📽️🍷⛳️ We'll have a couple more added by the start of convention! anthrocon.org/partners-2026/ 📸 Nightdragon / Aisling

ℹ️🚗 If you're driving to #Anthrocon, we have some road closures to note: ⛔️ 10th St closed underneath the convention center (Ft. Duquesne Blvd to Penn Ave) for the entire con weekend (Thurs-Sun) ⛔️ Penn Ave closed Saturday July 4 for Block Party from 9th St to 11th St 📸 Tobee

Hey gamers, you ready to get your sweat on for charity (and some cool prizes and bragging rights)? 💸🎮 Check out the list of planned tournaments at #Anthrocon this year; entry fees all go to our Charity! Schedule: anthrocon.org/schedule 🎨 Moth Monarch

Staying at a farther hotel? We've got you with complimentary transportation options provided by: 🚌 Lenzner Travel 🚐 Pittsburgh Transport Group 🛺 Gray Hare Express Routes, stop information, and at-con live tracking on our website! www.anthrocon.org/shuttle-buses/ 📸 Tobee / Kaze

We can't wait for you to get HYPE with all the cryptids and critters in Pittsburgh! Just remember: 🖼 do not put stickers on building property 🍾 no alcohol ANYWHERE in the convention center 🎒 bag policy in effect for Nightly Dances Bag policy: www.anthrocon.org/nightly-danc... 📸 Dash

🗣 PRE-REGISTRATION ENDS IN TWO DAYS (July 26) ‼️ After that, you'll only be able to buy Attending badges and day passes (while supplies last) at the door starting Friday of the con! Refund requests also end on July 26! www.anthrocon.org/registration/ 📸 Dash

Our friends at J and J Animal Farms Sanctuary would LOVE your support with charity raffle and auction donations! We're accepting donation drop items on Friday in the Dealers Room ❤️🐴🦆🐑 Read more details on our site on what's allowed! www.anthrocon.org/charity/ 📸 Dash

🤯 ONE WEEK 🎆 ONE CITY ✨ INFINITE MAGIC AND FRIENDSHIP ARE YOU READY????? 📸 Doktor / Luau / Tobee / Nightdragon

We know how much our community loves stickers - we'd love them even more if everyone can keep them off of our venue's walls, structure, and all other surfaces! There will be designated areas for stickers to be shared for all attendees to see! ❤️ #Anthrocon 📸 Aisling

Bringing any type of assistive device, medication, supplies or other things to help you at #Anthrocon? Don't forget to label them with your name and contact just in case they get lost; we want to get them back to you! (this goes for simple things like water bottles too!) 📸 Luau

ℹ️ We've heard reports that folks with Placemakr reservations are being charged full amount of the stay. This is NOT the arrangement we have with them and are actively working to fix this - the expectation is that you are only charged upon check-in. We apologize for the scare!

Are you a fan of events like Floor Wars at #Anthrocon? If you're looking for more, another community-run event is cooking up on Sunday, July 5 just down the street; celebrate street dance culture 🤝 furry dancers! More information: www.instagram.com/instinct_pit...

👀 CRYPTID SPOTTED!? 😱

There is only ONE week until pre-registration AND refund requests end for #Anthrocon 2026 on June 26 at 11:59 PM EDT! After that, Attending and DAY PASSES at the door starting Friday of con! Registration: www.anthrocon.org/registration/ Refunds/rollovers: www.anthrocon.org/refundpolicy/ 📸 Tobee

All hotel reservations made through our official block have been transferred to the hotels; contact the hotel you're staying at for any further changes! It may take a few business days for your booking to show in their systems and to get the hotel's confirmation. 📸 Kavaeric

If you're planning to participate in Floor Wars or the Fursuit Dance Competition, you don't have much time left to apply! Dance Comp online auditions close June 23: 🕺 www.anthrocon.org/dance-compet... Floor Wars team sign ups close June 21 💃 www.anthrocon.org/floor-wars/ 📸 Mowshi / Kaze

Need a place for your goodies, purchases, or your bags for the nightly dances? We'll have a third-party locker service available for paid rental again (on the 4th floor) during #Anthrocon! 🎒🛍 (please do not put critters in lockers 😿) www.anthrocon.org/nightly-danc... 📸 Doktor

It's almost here, and we don't want you missing out on any last details! Read up on the latest for Registration, Hotels, Events, Dealers and more! www.anthrocon.org/news/anthroc... 📸 Aisling

Have you checked out our schedule for #Anthrocon yet? It's available at anthrocon.org/schedule! Safety reminder: any 18+ panels will require a valid ID and masks/heads will need to be removed when checking IDs 🔞 🪪 Questions can be emailed to [email protected] 📸 Dash

Friendly reminder: we have guidelines that cover acceptable clothing, costume, and accessories/props for everyone's comfort and safety! If you're planning an outfit at #Anthrocon, make sure you know our policies. www.anthrocon.org/standards-of... 📸 LionelLeupold

We heard Anthrocat was kind of popular - now you can take them home with you 👀😺 Official Anthrocat plushies, in partnership with @corgibeans.bsky.social, will be available to purchase at the Con Store along with A LOT of new merch! We'll reveal more as we get closer! #Anthrocon

Love performing with lil' puppet friends? Our puppet programming track is taking submissions for our Puppet Slam at #Anthrocon 2026! 🧸🎭 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We're partnering with the Harris Theater again to bring you 🔥TWO CLASSICS🔥 at #Anthrocon 2026! Attendees get a $5 discount on tickets! 📽😻 🦊DISNEY'S ROBIN HOOD: Fri July 3 and Sat July 4 INFO: trustarts.org/production/1... 🤖ROBOT DREAMS: Sun July 5 INFO: trustarts.org/production/1...

Haven't reg'd for #Anthrocon yet? Or can't join us this year? The deadline for both pre-registration AND for registration refunds is June 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT! Registration: www.anthrocon.org/registration/ Refunds/rollovers: www.anthrocon.org/refundpolicy/ 📸 Kaze

We wouldn't want you travelling into the cryptid forest of #Anthrocon 2026 unprepared 😨 That's why we've got a whole bunch of tips and guides to help you get ready for it 😌 www.anthrocon.org/tips-and-gui... 📸 Tobee

✅ Dancing at our dances 🕺😸 🙅 Drinking at our dances 🍻😾 No alcohol is allowed within con space at any time, and our dances have a bag policy for everyone's safety! Day/weekend lockers may be available as with previous years. Bag policy: www.anthrocon.org/nightly-danc... 📸 Nightdragon

Happy to finally announce this year’s @anthrocon.org DJ lineup. 🎶 🎧 See you soon, Pittsburgh! 🐾

Our team is still cooking up the #Anthrocon 2026 schedule, but here's an early sneak preview of stuff happening (don't tell them we shared it) 👀🤫 Changes and additions still ongoing; the full schedule will be finalized by June 26! 🗓️ Link: Anthrocon web.venvi.app/nhYLKtOYu14g... 📸 Kaze

IN 1️⃣ MONTH WE COME HOME TO THE STEEL CITY OF FURRY 🌉🐾 FOR OUR 20TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY IN PITTSBURGH 🎆💃 📸 Aisling / Tobee / Doktor / Mowshi

Our stage is ready for your talents! Applications for our signature stage performance show, Anthrocon Tonight, are now available until June 14th 🎸🎤🎭 Info and apply: www.anthrocon.org/stage-perfor... 📸 Luau

Our #Anthrocon 2026 Dealers Room list is now available! 🎨🤑👕 www.anthrocon.org/dealers-list... 📸 LionelLeupold

There's one week left to apply for our Artists Alley! Bring your skills and creativity to our art-hungry cryptids and critters at #Anthrocon 👀🎨 Info and rules: www.anthrocon.org/alley/ 📸 Dash

Conducting interviews or media activity at #Anthrocon? Apply for a media pass by June 15th! 📽️ Videos without interviews don't require a media pass 🎟️ Conbadge not included (must be bought separately) ❌ No passes approved at-con Contact [email protected] to apply! 📸 BlueHasia

Want to play in an orchestra at @anthrocon.org ? Signup at the form below and we can send you more info! Performance will likely be on Sunday at 11 am. With a rehearsal Saturday night. forms.gle/daH73zZ3jcPU...

Panelists who have applied will hear back soon (if not already) on the status of applications! If you haven't, reach out by email to [email protected]. Our full schedule will be available starting June. In the meantime, some cryptid puppets might be appearing at a workshop at #Anthrocon...👀

We're TWO MONTHS away from returning home to #Anthrocon 2026! Make sure you have your pre-registration to guarantee access for the whole weekend, and other limited tickets! Registration: www.anthrocon.org/registration/ River Cruises: www.anthrocon.org/anthrocon-ri... 📸 Tobee

Today is the LAST DAY to submit for our conbook and advertisements! 🎨 Artwork 📝 Writing 💸 Advertisements 🌘 On-theme preferred ❌🤖 NO generative AI works; human or cryptid-made works only. www.anthrocon.org/conbook-subm... submission guidelines www.anthrocon.org/advertising/ advertising guidelines

Calling all cryptids and creatures: we want your help with #Anthrocon's Charity Bucket Brigade! Spread cheer and raise money for deserving critters! Learn about J and J Farms Animal Sanctuary: www.anthrocon.org/charity/ Bucket brigade signup: forms.gle/jo7iE2UgKe7S... 📸 Aisling

We're LESS THAN THREE MONTHS from #Anthrocon 2026! Don't forget to grab your membership - and make sure all your cryptid friends do, too! 😈👽👹👻 Registration: www.anthrocon.org/registration/ 📸 Doktor

Conbook submissions are open until May 1st! 📖 Think "zine" style; less slick, more sick! 🎨 Critters in full/half/quarter-page art, including spot illos on the margins) 📝 Spooky stories, articles, poems, curse recipes 👩‍🎨100% human created, no AI works Details: www.anthrocon.org/conbook-subm...

Gamers at #Anthrocon: our Video Gaming team is looking for your inputs on what you'd like to see us improve for 2026. Submit your feedback by April 4th through this survey! 📝 forms.gle/M63Mjhp9wRUE... 📸 Tobee

The #Anthrocon 2026 Art Show is now taking requests for space! 👩‍🎨👨‍🎨🖼️ Artists, please read over the info at www.anthrocon.org/artshow/arti... and follow the link at the end of the rules to fill out the form to submit your space request. Deadline is March 31. 📸 LionelLeupold