We hope you brought your shades too, because Yonek is looking effortlessly cool on this #FursuitFriday! 😎 🐕: @‌yonekyote on Twitter.

Curls for days and celebrating this #FursuitFriday is Havoc and Dregger!

Last but not least in our artist shoutouts is @thatpurpledeer.art ! Lilac made the Panel Room C banner (background done by Lunaquanaut), the volunteering button, the Dealers Den ad, volunteering ad and helped complete the BWS 2026 poster! (In collab with RendelMouse) 🔗 www.thatpurpledeer.art

Next up in our artist shoutouts is @lyra531.bsky.social! Lyra made all the graphic design elements for BWS 2026 including: the Whisker World Arcade logos, the website, Reg. tiers graphic, the Flyer and con maps! She also made the BWS 2026 lanyard, elastic wristband and the quiet room banner!

Next in our artist shoutouts is @denauticat.bsky.social ! Denauti made the Main Events room banner, the All over print design for the Super Sponsor Jacket, the Super Sponsor Gaming Mat, the Meet the GoH art and the photo cut out board (with help from Monty Dragon) 🔗 denauticat.carrd.co

Next in our artist shoutouts is @nullstrukt.bsky.social ! Nulls made the BWS 2026 DJ ad animation and models! 🔗 www.mixcloud.com/nullstrukt/

Next in our artist shoutouts is @ebmir.bsky.social ! Ebmir made the BWS 2026 Lunchbox and Shaker Charm, the Dealers Den Banner, the 621 banner (with help from Artcangel), the NCAS Karaoke art and the Dogbomb ALS flyer/sticker art! More art below ⬇️

We’re starting back our #fursuitfridays with fresh yet retro photos! We’re feeling cool with AceTheWolfBoi 😎 #bws2026 #bewhiskered

Next up in the artist shoutouts is Lunaquanaut! Luna made the BWS 2026 theme announcement artwork, the Panel applications ad, The Panel Room B banner and the background artwork on panel room A and C 🔗 www.selenecroy.com/illustration

Next in our artist shoutouts is @ragtimelime.bsky.social ! Lime made the bws26 game room tournament ad, the metal badge and the artwork for the fursuiter badge! 🔗 ragtimelime.carrd.co

Next up in our artist shoutouts is @montydragon.bsky.social ! Monty made the Fursuit Lounge banner, the BWS constore pin and the photo cut out (with help from Denauticat)

Next in our artist shoutouts is Flordiamanstudios! Trash made the design for the arcade coin and the arcade flat bill hat! 🔗 linktr.ee/annhD

Next up in our artist shoutouts is Tanglecolors! Cyan made the artwork for the BWS26 Clawsome Gameshow, Fursuit Games and the NCAS Holidays artwork! 🔗 linktr.ee/tanglecolors

Next up in our Artist shout out is @skittlezthewulf.bsky.social ! Skittlez made the BWS room block ad, The conops room banner and the dances caution banner!

Get the exclusive Dogbomb card from Royalty CG and supports ALS United! Want to do more? Join NCAS and Royalty CG on April 25th to walk with #TeamDogbomb and show your support. playroyaltycg.com/product/dogb...

Next in the artist shoutouts is @somkthedog.bsky.social ! Somk made the Panel Room A banner (with background help from Lunaquanaut)!

Next up in our artist shoutouts is @bajagryphon.bsky.social ! Baja made the Game Room Banner, the Venvi graphic and the Volunteering pin! 🔗 beacons.ai/bajagryphon

Next in our artist shoutouts is @daftaftermath.bsky.social! Aftermath made our BWS 2026 Con Tshirt and the Night Market banner featuring our new mascot Raven! 🔗 daftaftermath.carrd.co

Next in our shoutout is @rackettchipz.bsky.social ! Karma made the BWS Convention Badge, the Registration and Artist Alley Room banners!

Next in our shoutout is @artcangel.bsky.social ! Loki made the BWS Dance Comp and Duels ad, the Photobooth Banner and the 621 hallway banner (with help from Ebmir) 🔗 artcangel.carrd.co

We are partnering with ALS United in their fight to defeat ALS. Our goal is to raise $5,000 in support of their mission help people affected by ALS. Join us for the Triangle ALS walk on April 25. Fursuits are welcome before, after, and during the walk. ncanthrosociety.org/events

For the next couple of weeks, we want to recognize the artists who worked hard to make the artwork you have seen during the weekend! 🎨 First up is RendelMouse! Rendel made the BWS 2026 Convention poster! (with help from thatpurpledeer) 🔗 rendelmouse.straw.page

Thank you so much Gamers!💜 Now let’s see those high scores! 👀 Attendance: 2138 Fursuiters: 381 Charity: $15,528 Night market attendees: 1137 Create anything fun or cool during the weekend like Royalty did? Share it below so everyone can see! youtu.be/0WvAg9FnY28

Happy #fursuitfriday gamers! For winning the prize, we present the BWS 2026 Fursuit Group photo! FOR FULL RESOLUTION PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK: drive.google.com/file/d/1vtiX... #bws2026 #bewhiskered #furrycon #furryconvention

Missing Bewhiskered already? Want it to feel like the convention is never over? Join our volunteer staff and find out what happens behind the scenes! ncanthrosociety.com/staff/applic...

As the arcade lights dim and the joysticks rest, it’s time to power down and recharge for the next high score. May your dreams be filled with pixelated adventures and bonus rounds of peace. Goodnight Gamers, see you next year!

Are you a fur who enjoys expressing your dark and spooky soul through your fashion sense? Haul tail to Panel Room C to show off your fits one last time before the weekend ends with Sabbath Snow!

Alright gamers, you’ve done it! You’ve reached the final boss of FUN! Dashbat is closing down the arcade with a bang with a footwork, Dariacore, and club rampage starting now in the Bewhiskered’s Main Event room! soundcloud.com/jakii-682075...

Did you know that there are hundreds of My Little Pony games? Come take a look at 15 years of games that the community has to offer in Panel Room B!

It’s Bird Bird Revolution time when Ima takes the stage! Playing an open format set full of variety and energy feet will be flying and tails shaking as we burn up the dancefloor in the Bewhiskered Main Events room! imamusic.carrd.co

Practice drawing human(oid) anatomy from life! Drop on in Panel Room C and draw at your own pace. Bring your own sketchbook, art supplies, and any paws/tails/ears you’d like to see!

You’ve found the hidden level, now let’s dive deeper into the dark as Malkontent takes us on a psytrance trip starting now in the Bewhiskered Main Events room! Be sure to be there! www.mixcloud.com/DJMalkontent/

Join Maxx in Panel Room B to get in touch with your inner animal! Take a moment before the weekend is over to really become your fursona before you go back home.

It’s the last night of the con and ÆZT3CA is saying she’s got next game! Be ready as she weaves a sonic tale of just deep bangers to start the night in style. Don’t miss it! t.me/+1mMzsVmRKtp...

The weekend isn’t over yet! Get ready for our final night of dancing starting at 8pm in the Main Events room. Are you ready player 1? These performances will include loud noises, flashing lights, and possible crowds! If you need earplugs or any assistance, feel free to visit the ConOps

Want to know how you can be a part of the action? Stop by Panel Room A and take a peak behind the curtain and ask questions on what it’s like to staff a furry convention starting at 7pm! ncanthrosociety.org/staff/applic...

We’re starting to run out of quarters as the weekend comes to a close. Join us in Main Events for Closing Ceremonies to find out all of the High Scores!

Unfortunately due to technical difficulties we are closing the Photo Booth now. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Ever wonder how one fo the oldest arcade games got its start? Come learn a little bit from Jace about America’s number one pastime found in arcades and seedy bars everywhere in Panel Room A!

Rocks, rock! Marsh the Fox will tell you all about the Geology in Central North Carolina along with show you some display samples from around the area. You might even get something to take home with you if you stop by Panel Room B at 5:15pm!

Want an exclusive look behind the scenes? Register to volunteer here reg.bewhiskeredcon.org/apply/volunt... and then stop by ConOps to get set up for a rare opportunity to earn prizes! Already volunteered this weekend? Don't forget to turn in your sheets for your gifts!

Your human is showing! Come learn techniques to hide the human figure in your fursuits and cosplays from Kazul, the Bewhiskered GOH! From digigrade padding to stilts, from muscle suits to fatsuits, and much much more! 2026.bewhiskeredcon.org/guest-of-honor

Join Tenna and Mike in Panel Room C for the Deltarun game show and fan meet up! There will be games, prizes, and plenty of social activities to go around!

There are only a few hours left for you to stop by the Bewhiskered Dealers Den! Find that perfect take home gift to remember the weekend by before it’s too late! 2026.bewhiskeredcon.org/dealers-den

Are you ready for the last tournament of the weekend? Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 starts at 3pm in the Game Room! Finish out your weekend with this arcade classic. Sign ups are located here: www.start.gg/tournament/b... but can also be done in person as well! Be sure to get there at least 15 minutes early!

Have you ever had a night with all of your friends at your tabletop rpg game and feel the entire night pass only to resolve one, long, grueling combat or it’s never your turn at the table? Spend some time with a forever GM for their tips, tricks, and a Q&A seression in Panel Room A!

It’s not quite the end of the con, but this is the end of the rainbow! No matter your fur or scales, come hang out with Pun the Sparkledog and other colorful critters in Panel Room C!

Attention Artists: we have 6 tables currently available at the Artist Alley if anyone would like to do a walk up

The Dancers are on their way to the Main Events room. Are you ready to witness what they all have in store? Be in the Main Events room at 1pm to witness this dance revolution.

Have you completed your Quest Sheet yet? Be sure to turn it into Royalty CG located in the Bewhiskered Dealers Den before your gaming session is over! You’ll want this prize to add to your collection, we guarentee! 2026.bewhiskeredcon.org/royalty-cg