Anthrocon
- Dates
- Jul 1 to 4, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- David L. Lawrence Convention Center
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 14, 2026
Anthrocon returns to Pittsburgh, PA, Jul 1 to 4, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Anthrocon began in 1997 as 'Albany Anthrocon' and has grown into one of the largest furry conventions in the world, appearing in the 2008 Guinness Book of World Records; after outgrowing venues in Valley Forge, Albany and Philadelphia, it has run at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh since 2006, where the organizer reports a 2024 local economic impact of about $18 million. The 2027 edition, themed LEVEL 30: BEGIN, runs July 1 to 4. Registration spans Attending, Sponsor, Supersponsor and a lottery-allocated Ultrasponsor tier, with the overall pre-registration count capped each year for venue and attendee safety; children 12 and under attend free
Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Anthrocon on Spotify.
Lineup
Lineup not yet announced. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
Nearest airport Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT); the organizer states it is 'highly recommended due to its variety of airlines, its proximity, and the availability of public transportation.' Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) is named as an alternative for travelers from Florida but requires a car rental and over an hour's drive..
How do I get to Anthrocon?
By car
Most people drive to Anthrocon. The nearest major airport is Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT); the organizer states it is 'highly recommended due to its variety of airlines, its proximity, and the availability of public transportation.' Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) is named as an alternative for travelers from Florida but requires a car rental and over an hour's drive., and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. No single flat parking rate is published for the convention center itself; the organizer directs attendees to the ParkPGH map for nearby options beyond the partner hotels
🚙 Car hire
Compare car hire at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT); the organizer states it is 'highly recommended due to its variety of airlines, its proximity, and the availability of public transportation.' Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) is named as an alternative for travelers from Florida but requires a car rental and over an hour's drive.
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Where
Venue
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Accessibility & comfort
What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
A limited number of wheelchairs are loanable, first-come first-served, from the Convention Center's East Lobby, West Lobby and Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom security desks (not permitted to leave the property); local equipment-rental companies are also listed for attendees who want their own.
Read the full notes
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, the Westin, and all partner hotels are stated to be 'fully accessible and compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.' An ADA access line is offered at Registration near the Hall D entrance off Tenth Street.
Fursuiters and attendees with mobility needs get priority elevator access in the Westin and on the skybridge between the Westin and the DLCC
The 2026 Parade & Block Party page notes temporary fursuit headless zones with cooling were planned 'around the major intersection of the block party' because of summer heat, and that 'if the weather doesn't look good, the event may be cut short' -- which is exactly what happened in 2026 (see condition_alerts)
Anyone under 18 at the time of the convention needs parental/guardian permission to attend, via a notarized Minor Consent form or by having a parent/guardian complete it in person at Registration. Ages 13-17 may enjoy the convention unsupervised once they have their badge, with or without their parents present.
Children 12 and under attend free, must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older at all times (parent/guardian, or another adult with a notarized 'Parental Assignment for Supervision of Minor Child' form), and may optionally get a $5 PUP badge
Confirm your specific needs with the organiser's access team before you travel.
Pricing
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