I will be sharing how to start playing the world wide game of geocaching, going over the basics, describing what a geocache is, how to go about finding them, game mechanics and much more!
Calling all Pokémon trainers, enthusiasts, and fur-friends! Join us for an electrifying Pokémon panel where we dive into the world of our favorite creatures, from battling and team-building to exploring the lore behind the games and shows we love. Whether you’re here to discuss strategies or just swap stories about your favorite Pokémon adventures, this panel is the perfect spot for fans of all types. Get ready to catch ‘em all with a friendly crowd that shares your passion for these beloved creatures!
Are you interested in writing in furry? I have been working on a multi year webcomic and I will delve into the world on how to create and build a comic.
Whether it’s fake USPS employees saying there’s an issue in delivering your fursuit or people on telegram offering to be your sugar daddy, everyone has to deal with scammers. While these examples are fairly obvious, others can be more difficult to spot and to avoid. Join Chester and U-235 Fox as we discuss ways to recognize scams, avoid them, and prevent criminals from taking advantage of us.
If you want to learn how to repair and maintain fursuits, but have never used a sewing needle or hot glue gun before, then this panel is for you! Learn the tools, techniques, and rizz it takes to have your current or future suits last for many years. This panel will be informative, interactive, and full of memes. No experience is required. Goodie bags will be provided for those who come early
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… well, it’s actually right here at Furry Weekend Atlanta 2025! In this panel, we’ll be discussing the overlap between furry and Star Wars. We’ll have time for questions and mingling, and perhaps some galactic goodies to give out!
We're excited to bring the Fastest Furs back for FWA 2025, featuring some of the best speed runners in the community. Watch them live in person or streaming online. For the complete schedule, visit https://fastestfurs.com/schedule
Friday May 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:59pm EDT Hilton Atlanta: Galleria255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Experience roleplaying in the world of Nous - a land birthed from the dreams of a dying god and fueled by magical Amber. Whilst Nous is wracked by cataclysm over this unknown source of energy, will you recover your world from darkness or seek to reign in the chaos? Free content and kit provided for drop-in sessions all con!
Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Come paint with us! Whether you're a complete beginner or an established maestro, join us for a free miniature and all supplies provided. Take part in drop-in tables and all day sessions commencing from 11AM!
Friday May 9, 2025 11:00am - 10:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
This panel will be going over how to remain healthy and safe while in fursuit to avoid heat related injuries, sprains, breaks, situational awareness, and other things that could happen while fursuiting. Come by to learn about maintaining your health and safety while in fursuit so that we can help prevent injuries together!
"The Furry Fandom is a wide reaching and encompassing fandom. Individuals from all walks of life call the fandom home. If you are part of the medical field, clinical, EMS, back of house, please join us at the Medical Furs Meet and Greet, hosted by Zeno. Zeno has been in the medical field for nearly 20 years both as an Respiratory Therapist and as a Registered Nurse. The Fandom is huge, come meet others with your passion or if you are interested in getting into the medical field, this is a great place to ask questions.
Are you a Therian, otherkin, or plural? Maybe you think you might have an alterhuman identity? Or perhaps you want to know what it is all about? Come visit and meet and explore the alterhuman identities in our fandom!
Your invited to an all mustelids family. We're doing another family reunion again for the 5th time in a row. WOW!!!!! Come hang out and wiggles around,meeting all the new family members and see how everyone's been living in there river, sea and land house. See ya real soon
Guests of Honor Sasha and Jonathan show the process and inspirations behind their art contributions to FWA 2025’s FUTUREPUNK theme. Expect laughs, tears, and most importantly, hope. By the end of this family friendly talk, they want you to look at your own timeline and be able to say, “Wow, cool future!”
Live play sessions of a brand new adventure in the Beast World TTRPG setting! Arloris Tunnel Authority is a D&D 5th Edition game for level 7 players, with DMs and multiple tables playing simultaneously!
Friday May 9, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Just what the heck -IS- cyberpunk? Believe it or not, it's not fancy neon lights with perpetual rain and fancy katakana. In this panel we'll discuss the DNA of the genre, theming, and recommended cyberpunk stories across time.
An inspirational/instructional panel meant to encourage and educate artists just beginning or mid-way on their journey to making a full time living wage from their art/creative work. Using personal history/examples and delving into what makes other artist-led brands generate revenue, the aim of the panel is to motivate the audience to think practically about what it takes to make a living as an artist/designer working independently.
Are you a local furry in the state of Georgia? Are you looking for a group with consistent activities and events? This panel's for you! GeorgiaFurs is a community-driven department under FWA and we'd like to talk to you about who we are, what we do, and how you could participate in the community. So come through, come hang, and come meet other GA Local furries like you~
Hoppy Hour is back for 2025 with new breweries, cideries, and meaderies! We are bringing some fun things to make your beer garden experience out of this world. We are excited to give you all a taste of what Atlanta has to offer.
24 Carrot Club ticket holders will have one hour early entry to Hoppy Hour to get their time started off right.
Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Think you've got what it takes to compete against your friends in fierce competition? Join in on the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament preliminaries and prove you've got what it takes to compete against the very best. Only the top players move on, so "Show me your moves!"
Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT Hilton Atlanta: Galleria255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Hoppy Hour is back for 2025 with new breweries, cideries, and meaderies! We are bringing some fun things to make your beer garden experience out of this world. We are excited to give you all a taste of what Atlanta has to offer.
Friday May 9, 2025 2:00pm - 6:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
“Acting with Art” is a traveling, in-depth art workshop for all skill levels to learn from a professional how to utilize drawings in sequential acting to tell a story or convey emotions. The workshop is approachable, delivered with humor and encouragement to let loose and not focus on how "good" a drawing is, rather, how well it communicates. AwA has been a popular, room-packing workshop panel at many conventions across the United States
"It's easy to understand how furries are remarkably well-suited for social platforms like VRChat, but what's the big deal with it? Are there any pitfalls to VR, and does VR have the potential to be the definitive future for online furry spaces?? This panel will have a similar high energy to my FWA 2024 panel, I'M NOT A FURRY (BUT I AM A FURRY) AND WHO ARE YOU (AND WHERE AM I), and will come complete with an unhinged PowerPoint AND includes an audience Q+A!
Continuing off the performance last year, we take on another perspective of an outsider looking in. We know it’s hard to fully understand what someone may be going through however it’s just as hard for that person to see the damage they are causing those who care about them. This aims to tell that story through covers songs and possibly an original.
A presentation on the lore surrounding your favorite titles in the Pokémon video game series, and an explanation of how it all fits together, as well as a presentation of various tidbits regarding said lore. Trust me, there is a LOT to talk about!
Experience roleplaying in the world of Nous - a land birthed from the dreams of a dying god and fueled by magical Amber. Whilst Nous is wracked by cataclysm over this unknown source of energy, will you recover your world from darkness or seek to reign in the chaos? Free content and kit provided for drop-in sessions all con!
Friday May 9, 2025 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
Join us outside at the Hilton Patio on Friday afternoon for a lively, sober masquerade at FWA! Sip on delicious mocktails and dance to electro-swing and spinning vinyl with our talented DJs: Grimm & Wild on Wax. This is the chance to mix and mingle in a fun and welcoming atmosphere – dressed in your masked best! Whether you’re here to dance, chill, or just bask in the atmosphere, the Mock-Tail Masquerade is the place to be!
Friday May 9, 2025 3:00pm - 6:00pm EDT Hilton Atlanta: 1st Floor255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
"The Atomic Cloud: Powering The Digital Age" explores the hidden energy demands of our rapidly expanding information infrastructure. Learn how tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are building data centers that consume hundreds of megawatts of power, driven by skyrocketing AI and internet use. Discover why nuclear energy is becoming the inevitable solution to fuel these digital behemoths sustainably and securely. Uncover the future-punk synergy of cutting-edge technology and atomic power, shaping the future of our connected world and redefining the limits of innovation.
This panel will talk about the history of each generation of mlp, including toys, shows, and movies, as well as trivia with some my little pony themed prizes. We will also talk about the sfw influences of the mlp fandom on furries and on mlp today!!
Come join the nub club! This paid beginner friendly sewing panel will provide all materials and tools needed to create a fursuit grade nub tail. Reach out to hollysnep@gmail.com for color requests and to reserve your slot, subject to availability. $35, tax included, can be paid via cash or PayPal, includes sewing kit.
All of you kids get off the lawn - this is for Greymuzzles who want to look at the latest research in “successful aging.” Topics covered include “train your brain” and social strategies to get the best out of the second half of your life. Joe Bear will also offer for older Fursuiters tips to stay happy and healthy while frolicking in fur around crowded con space.
Ever stared up at the Marriott Marquis’ huge atrium and wondered how it came to be? Or just want to find some cool photo spots while in Atlanta? You’re in luck! Come learn about the designer behind the home of FWA and uncover the rich architecture of Atlanta. This year's edition will include some nearby gems as well as some futurepunk-inspired selections!
hey i’m dac! i am an architect and furry artist based in tampa, florida. my sona is a black wolf and you can find me howling about architecture, urban planning, baseball, soccer, vr chat, and a variety of other things. awoooooooo :3
Friday May 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT Hilton Atlanta$R$163
"Discover the world of cigars at Cigars 101! This beginner-friendly panel explores cigar basics, etiquette, and culture. Learn how to choose, cut, and light cigars, plus tips for pairing and enjoying them. Perfect for curious newcomers and enthusiasts alike—come share in this hobby with your fellow Furs of the Leaf."
I have been creating new age folk music about my region for over a decade. My goal is to share my region's history and beauty with as many people as i can, and doing so through music is the best way I've found. I play songs from my own discography, covers, and some unreleased music!
An overview of what it takes to create and run a business in the furry fandom, both in-person and online. No trade secrets here. We'll answer any question in this interactive panel and share our approach to it all. Everyone is welcome to join!
Sportsball? Check. Cars? Check. Join in and compete with two of your best friends or be placed on a team with others to show off your skills in the FWA 2025 Rocket League tournament preliminaries.
Friday May 9, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT Hilton Atlanta: Galleria255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
Live play sessions of a brand new adventure in the Beast World TTRPG setting! Arloris Tunnel Authority is a D&D 5th Edition game for level 7 players, with DMs and multiple tables playing simultaneously!
Friday May 9, 2025 7:00pm - 11:00pm EDT Atlanta Marriott Marquis270 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
an introduction to observational drawing— skills, questions, and how to understand what you are drawing, whether it be a dog, a motorcycle, or something entirely made up!
"In the last few years with works like Werewolf by Night, Teen Wolf, Nimona, Turning Red, and more works featuring human to animal transformation has taken off. Is this a narrative trope? Genre? Join us as we look into the long history of this lesser documented type of story. From our shared cultural heritage with shapeshifting shamans, mythology and fables featuring humans turned into animals, the domination of werewolves in the horror genre, henshin and magical girls in Japan to the domination of of the transformation webcomic genre, join us for a detailed look at the shapeshifting in fiction. Our panel is divided into two halves, the first cover our earliest lore and stories and look at shapeshifters from around the world including the kitsune, tikbalangs, nagual, werehyenas, tanuki, and of course werewolves. The second half covers modern media, from the earliest werewolf movies and novels to Silver Age comics and manga to works like Shaggy Dog, Rama ½, KO Beast, Animorphs, Ben 10, American Dragon, Glass Scientists, Turning Red, Luca, Nimona, Beast Boy, Teen Wolf, and many many other works with have “transformed” this narrative trope in countless ways across all media. "
Welcome to the Bimbo Meet 'n Slay, where Bimbos, Himbos, and Thembos can meet and mingle with likeminded individuals. Come discuss the Bimbo aesthetic, fashion, partake in the Cyberpunk themed outfit contest*, and discuss the philosophy of bimboism! *to participate in the outfit contest, please reach out to Fiona prior to the convention.
Let's explore the haunted house, what could go wrong? Maybe one of your group is a traitor who has lured you there to do nefarious deeds. Find out in this adventure game.
Have you ever been stuck off of I-285? Experienced the horrors that are Spaghetti Junction? Were you trapped on the highways during Snowmageddon? If yes, then you are already set to play a game of ATL Traffic (and even if not, why not come and make fun of Atlanta Traffic) ATL Traffic is a game about trying to make your daily commute the fastest you can, all the while dealing with common Atlanta traffic hazards. From Speed Traps, to delays, to even wild animals loose on the roads, ATL Traffic is a fun and fast paced game that lets you enjoy Atlanta Traffic without any of the real stress. Also, one lucky player will get a copy of the game!
Curious about polyamory? How do people manage it? Come learn, ask questions and share experiences and/or struggles. RopeCollie and their partners have been practicing it for 4 years, have experienced multiple styles, and been through formal coaching on it. One of their partners is even a therapist!
The Transgender Furs Support System Meet and Greet is a relaxed, welcoming event designed for transgender furries and allies to connect and share their experiences in a safe and supportive space. This informal gathering encourages attendees to make new friends, discuss shared interests, and learn about available resources.
‘Why It Gotta Be Fluffy’ is a set in stone drag show. The host will announce the show and do an open, closing, and possible middle number depending on the time slot given with a co-host to take over during outfit changes and witty banter. The show will consist of 6-8 performers depending on the time slot given and each performer will do a two 3-5 minute numbers (estimating) and will end with a curtain call and photos outside of the event room.
In today's dog eat dog world, it's either eat or be eaten. At the Vorny Weekend Atlanta Meet & Eat event, preds and prey alike can come hang out, chat with, and meet fellow furs who share an interest in eating, being eaten, or both! This 18+ event is intended to give voracious furs of all kinds the opportunity to connect with one another and to help the more predatory furs among us find their next meal. So, if you enjoy vore or are curious about it and would like to meet others who share a similar interest, then this meet is definitely for you!
"Furbys. Alluring. Tantalizing. Fascinating. Delightful pleasure for your eyeballs. Win silent auction, we give you weird Furby. There will be activities at the function:) +18 this year to satisfy your FURBY FANTASIES"
Dr. Wildlife is a zoologist focused on saving endangered species through creative solutions. They have been working in the zoo and aquarium world for over fifteen years now - with experience caring for and conserving everything from big cats to crocodilians.
Join DJ Goofy on Friday night at 11 PM ET at the Atrium Stage inside the Atlanta Marriott Marquis for "A Virtual to Reality Experience"—a high-energy, genre-blending, one-of-a-kind DJ performance. This immersive night fuses Festival EDM, Tech House, Techno, and Pop with choreographed lighting and cutting-edge visuals crafted in collaboration with Axl the Fox and Value Factory. Expect a dynamic journey through sound and light that blurs the line between virtual and reality.
Aeromorphs and pool toys and plushies, oh my! The weird and wild world of furry has a surprising yet little-explored overlap with objectumsexuality, defined simply as a love for the inanimate. In this panel we will discuss the history and presence of objectum trends in furry spaces, as well as create a safe space to share our experiences with others
Calling all INK enthusiasts! Whether professional tattooist, tattoo-haver, or casual appreciator, join us to speak with furry tattoo artist Scarf Shepherd, and learn how furry is changing the industry! Come ask questions, hear inside stories, and find out how you can wear your passion on your sleeve (literally)!
Standup Comedy and Furries! Come laugh like a hyena with Yammo Yeen! From jokes about being a furry to the LGBT experience of growing up in Kentucky, come laugh with the fursuiting Comediyeen!
Wen is a Babyfur Artist who has been apart of the community for many years. " We're opening our classroom once again for littles, middles and bigs alike! Come join us for another fun filled day with actives, and even get your own report card from one of our teachers! No need to be shy, come make new friends for this fun meet and greet!
