[20260526-133414-HQ] * VOLUNTEERS WANTED * HQ is still looking for more volunteers to help out this year! Spend a little time making a fun weekend for others, and earn things like extra swag or points towards free reg at a future AWU! Sign up at myawu.org. #AWU2026

[20260514-130404-DANCE] * DO THE ROBOT * It's time to show off your dance moves! The #AWU2026 Fursuit Dance Competition is now open for sign-ups! Grab your mech suit and pop, lock, and strut your way to the prize! Sign up today on MyAWU myawu.org

[20260512-113435-REGISTRATION] * UPPER TIER DEADLINE * Attention mech pilots! Upper-tier (Ultimate) registration will be closing after May 22nd and will no longer be available! Grab your pass or upgrade before then to claim your gear and perks! myawu.org/register #AWU2026

[20260504-115704-QUARTERS] * HOTEL LINKS * Hello attendees, thanks for your patience! Hotel booking links are now available on our website at anthroweekendutah.org/hotel! We are working with our hotel partners to expand the con blocks.

[20260420.120205-HQ] * MEET THE GOHS * That wraps up our Guest of Honor announcements for #AWU2026! Learn more about Sean and Neo at anthroweekendutah.org/goh

[20260420.120000-HQ] * RENDERING NEW GOH * Our second Guest of Honor for #AWU2026 is here! Neo (aka Tokyozilla) is a creature artist in both print and 3D. They're constantly dreaming up incredible critters, and work as a concept artist for Furality. We can't wait for you to meet them this year!

[20260417-120000-ARCHIVES] *PIRATES DETECTED* Wait a sec- Pirates? Hey you landlubbers! It's finally here- the AWU 2025 Dance Competition video! Go check it out at youtu.be/GBGCj0FqBV0. Thanks once again to Chronowolf for providing the footage!

[20260416-120011-AV] *SIRENS BLARING* Recruits! Application deadlines to perform as a DJ or for LollapAWUza are on the horizon! Get those applications in before its too late! Applications close tomorrow after 11:59 MDT

[20260410-104737-AV] * SCANNING FOR BEATS * We're still looking for amazing DJ and performing talent for this year's dances and LollapAWUza music festival! Get those submissions in to HQ by April 17th! Applications can be found on myawu.org.

[20260409-120009-QUARTERS] * THIS IS ROOM SERVICE * Alphas & Dealers, the results of the hotel lottery are now posted to your MyAWU accounts! Confirmation emails are going out over the next few days, please reach out to your hotel for any questions regarding your reservation.

[20260708.161000-HQ] * A NEW GOH APPROACHES * It's time to reveal our first Guest of Honor for #AWU2026! Please welcome voice actor Sean Chiplock! Sean has used his talents to bring many, many well-loved characters to life such as Revali, Kinger, Bubsy, and many more. Come and meet him this July!

[20260401.135701-HQ] * REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS * Running a convention smoothly is no joke! HQ is still in need of volunteers to assist in our kaiju battle! As a reminder, volunteering will earn you rewards, such as free registration at a future AWU! Check out the details on myawu.org. #AWU2026

[20260325-130642-QUARTERS] * DON'T HIT SNOOZE * The Alpha/Dealer hotel lottery will be closing after Friday, 3/27. Submit your preferences before 11:59pm MDT! Announcements will be made once the lottery has been run, and the results will be posted to your MyAWU accounts.

[20260320-190026-QUARTERS] * BREAK TIME * Attention Alpha pilots and Dealers, the #AWU2026 Alpha/Dealer hotel lottery is now open! Remember, you have one week to submit your room preferences, so no need to rush. Check out the details in your MyAWU account: myawu.org/hotel

[20260316-200502-AV] * AUDIO DETECTED * A deep rumble has been heard coming from within the trench, sounding like... a beat? DJ/LollapAWUza applications are now open until April 17th! All pilots willing to embark on this mission, whether solo or squadron, submit your applications on myawu.org!

[20260316-125632-QUARTERS] * HOUSEKEEPING ALERT * Attention Pilots! The Alpha/Dealer Hotel lottery will be opening this Friday, 3/20! You will have 1 week to submit your preferences in MyAWU before they're locked in and the lottery is run. Don't miss out! Hotel info: anthroweekendutah.org/hotel

HEADS UP, RANGERS! Our first wave of Dealer/Artist Alley acceptances has gone out! Be sure to check your emails, and our website will be updated soon! If you haven't applied but would still like to join the waitlist, do it quickly! We'll be accepting signups through April 3rd on myawu.org. #AWU2026

[20260306-112213-SCIENCE] *KAIJU GATHERING DETECTED* Reports are coming in of a sudden increase in big kaiju! Researchers have been unable to explain these colossal creatures, or why they seem to like the month of March.

[20260304-113402-HQ] ATTENTION MECH PILOTS Alpha memberships are limited, and few remain! Make sure to register or upgrade soon, before we sell out! #AWU2026

IT'S MORPHIN' TIME! Dealers' Den and Artist Alley applications for AWU 2026 CLOSE SOON. Submit your application by tomorrow at midnight or you will automatically be placed on the waitlist! Learn more here: anthroweekendutah.org/dealers

POWER-UP, RANGERS! Dealers' Den and Artist Alley applications for AWU 2026 will close after 11:59pm MST on February 13th. Make sure to submit your applications before then! All applications after this date will go on the waitlist. More info: anthroweekendutah.org/dealers

[20260205.120505-HQ] * ASSISTANCE INBOUND * Pilots, have you registered yet? Early-bird ends soon! And while you're at it, HQ needs your help as volunteers to help defend against the kaijus! Volunteer applications are ready for you to fill out on myawu.org

[20260131.123347-HQ] * DATA CORRECTION * If you registered last night and got an email welcoming you to AWU 2025, you're not alone! Don't worry, we've fixed the typo and your registration is in fact for AWU 2026. (Unless you're a time traveller, in which case- hit us up!)

[20260130.180005-HQ] * CALLING ALL PILOTS * It's time! Registration for AWU 2026 is now open, along with Dealer, Panel, and Volunteer apps! https://myawu.org/register

[20260129.180000-RIM] * THE CRACKS HAVE WIDENED * In T-minus 24 hours, all potential mech pilots may begin to sign up (register for) the Animal Warrior Unit (AWU)! Registration, Dealers, and Volunteer apps open at 6pm MST on 1/30/26!

[20260124.105200-RIM] * CRACKS OBSERVED IN THE RIM. STAND BY FOR UPDATES * Greetings, mech pilots! It's almost time to begin- Registration, Dealers, Volunteers, and Panel applications will be opening Next Friday (1/30) at 6pm MST! Read on for more details: anthroweekendutah.org/awu_2026_upd...

[20260102.105200-WASATCH] * A VOLCANO RUMBLES IN THE DISTANCE, SLEEPING KAIJU ARE WAKING * Get ready! Opening this month: Registration, Dealer/Artist Alley apps, Panels, and Volunteers! More info to arrive in the coming days. #AWU2026 #PawsificRim

Check out this awesome highlights video from @chronowolf.bsky.social! youtu.be/vqiIE4dFB8A

Congratulations to the brave buccaneers who solved the riddle to complete the Alpha puzzle! Did you find the treasure? #AWU2025

We’ve been busy tallying some last-minute donations to the treasure chest! This brings the total raised for our charity, Nuzzles & Co, to $36,830! Thank you all for your support! #AWU2025

Thanks everyone for another amazing year! We are so excited to bring you on July 31st- August 2nd, 2026, Mech vs. Kaiju, PAWSific Rim!

Pictured: the first of our attendees stepping into the con space tomorrow night! We are so excited to see you all in less than 2 days for #AWU2025

What’s that on the horizon? It be the schedule, filled with great treasures and events! Check it out along with the map and plan your weekend now! awu.app/schedule awu.app/map #AWU2025

It wouldn’t be nearly as neat without a back, would it? So have some more Badge Art! I also have to show off all the treasure I drew that I then decided to hide behind text. I’m going to be so thrilled to see people wearing these at @anthroweekendutah.org I can’t wait!

And now I get to share it! The front design of the attendee badges this year for @anthroweekendutah.org! Because I have to go 110% I did different times of day for each tier. The Gold/Silver/Bronze will also be done up in shiny foil. I guarantee they look so rad in person!

Land ho! Keep your eyes peeled for a piratey parcel in your mailbox! Badges have officially been mailed! Those pirates who selected badge mailing can expect these within the next week or so! #AWU2025

Our swashbuckling pirates dug up some fine treasure this week... could that be a Switch 2??? Come play at the Charity Casino Night and you might go home with it! Review the rules and sign up on MyAWU under the Charity tab.

Yarrrrrrr! Reckon ye’ve got what it takes to discover the Secret of the Furbidden Treasure? JD Puppy and Furry Logic are excited to partner with Twisted Tails, another furry-run escape room hailing from Orlando, to present the escape room at #AWU2025 with a special Pirate theme! (1/2)

Donations are now being accepted for this year’s Charity Auction! If you have any new or collectible items you’d like to donate toward the auction to help rescued animals, you may submit them on MyAWU. On behalf of our charity, thank you for your support!

Slots are filling up for the #AWU2025 Charity Casino Night! Donate to support our charity, play games, and you could go home with an Alpha reg, custom never-before-seen AWU poker chips, or even professional art supplies! Sign up in MyAWU on the Charity tab. All ages and experience welcome!

Potential panelists! We have very very few remaining panel times available. If you're still interested in getting an application in, do it NOW, panel applications close Friday, July 4th!

Alpha members, the #AWU2025 Alpha Dinner menu is now ready for you! Confirm your preferences on MyAWU (a vegan option is available). A number of +1 tickets are also available for purchase by Alpha members. Get ready for a legendary Pirate Feast!

Yar! Has your land-based Mailing Address changed since you registered? Make sure it's up-to-date by June 22nd! The badge mailing option will close after that, and we will prepare to ship. This is also your last chance to claim an extra-fancy, collectible badge for #AWU2025!

Donate dubloons and win some booty, the Charity Casino Night is back for #AWU2025! You could win an Alpha reg, professional art supplies, or maybe even a Switch 2! Check out anthroweekendutah.org/casino for more info, and sign up under the Charity tab in MyAWU- Space is limited!

The tide is coming in and it's almost time to sail! If you want a fancy, collectible badge for #AWU2025, make sure to register before June 22nd. The mailing option will also close after this date, and we'll start printing!

Ever wondered how AWU runs so smoothly? Want to help make AWU even better than last year? You can by volunteering! You'll also earn points toward great prizes like limited edition shirts and pins, or even an Alpha pass! Sign up on myawu.org = 10pts 10 pts/hour of volunteering 12 hours = 100pt bonus

Time to swab the decks- with your dance moves, that is! The #AWU2025 Fursuit Dance Competition is open for sign-ups! Show your crewmates what you've got and compete for the greatest of pirate treasures! Sign up today on MyAWU!

Heads up! There's a few scammers and scallywags emailing attendees about room and board! Our partnered hotels are available only through anthroweekendutah.org, or directly on the hotel site. Be aware of real-life pirates and don't hesitate to reach out directly to your hotel if you have concerns.

Avast ye dogs (and cats/dragons/birds)! We need help to hoist the sails! Volunteer some time at #AWU2025 to make the voyage a great experience for everyone. Sign up on MyAWU today!

Need a place to stay? We've found some extra room at the #AWU2025 hotels, head to anthroweekendutah.org/hotel for more info!