Welcome furryies from near and far to the cheesiest convention in the country: FurSquared! Come enjoy four days of panels, performances, art, and community. All together we raise funds for HAWS – a local no-kill animal shelter and so much more. Read this page to learn more about the convention!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a furry convention?
Also known as a furry con or fur con, a furry convention is a large gathering of those in the furry fandom (https://whatarefurries.com/). At these multi-day events, those in the fandom meet up, patronize vendors, and attend smaller events called “panels.”
These conventions are held in hotels or convention centers. Furry conventions usually raise money for charity, including FurSquared.
There is no minimum level of “furriness” needed to attend. You do not need a fursuit, fursona, or interests in certain topics to attend—even those just curious about the fandom are welcome!
Which charity does FurSquared support?
FurSquared has been delighted to partner with the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) of Waukesha County (https://hawspets.org/) since the convention’s inception. We are pleased to welcome them back in 2026 and encourage our attendees to support them in any way they are able. Whether it is a few dollars contributed through the wide variety of charity-based panels and events or sharing their mission with others via word of mouth, every contribution matters.
HAWS is a nonprofit organization established in 1965 that assists over 6,000 animals each year and welcomes more than 31,000 human visitors annually. As an “open admissions” shelter, it accepts animals regardless of age, health, temperament, or breed. HAWS also offers programs and services that promote responsible pet ownership and prevent animal abuse and neglect in the community. It promotes the humane care and treatment of all animals in support of cooperative humane efforts throughout Wisconsin. HAWS is a member of the Wisconsin Federated Humane Societies.
How can I keep up with what’s happening with the con?
We’ll be posting updates here on the website, Twitter (https://x.com/fursquared), Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/fursquared.com), and Telegram (https://t.me/fursquared).
What is your COVID-19 policy?
Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 will no longer be required to attend FurSquared. However, we strongly urge everyone to keep their vaccinations up to date, especially when reformulated boosters become available to the general population. Additionally, while FurSquared encourages masks for all attendees in public and convention spaces, masks will not be required.
As we have learned in the past, a new variant of COVID-19 can appear and change everything, from transmission to severity. Because of this, FurSquared reserves the right to amend these requirements should it become necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of our staff and attendees.
Any modifications to this policy will be published on this page and announced through our social media channels and website.
Will there be a Fursuit Parade?
The convention will not be hosting a fursuit parade through the convention space in 2026. Furwaukee, a group of local furries, will be hosting a furwalk from the Hilton to sights in the area, including the famous Bronze Fonz statue! See our schedule (https://fursquared.com/programming) for more information.