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Furry Weekend Atlanta FAQ
Furry Weekend Atlanta staffers get asked a lot of questions about the con. While we definitely encourage you to ask us any questions you may have concerning Furry Weekend Atlanta, we have put together this list of commonly asked questions – questions we receive on a frequent basis – as an aid for you in getting the information you need. Because of the volume of mail we receive, we do ask that you check this list first before contacting us with your questions.
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Frequently asked questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta’s Artist Alley.
Frequently asked questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta’s Dealers Den
Frequently asked questions about fursuiting and furry related activities.
Frequently asked questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta’s host hotel, the Marriott Marquis.
FAQ: Photography, Videotaping, Media
Frequently asked questions about collecting media at Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Miscellaneous questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Frequently asked questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta’s programming.
Frequently asked questions about registering for Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Frequently asked questions about Wristbands.
Frequently asked questions about Furry Weekend Atlanta’s safety.
Frequently asked questions about traveling to Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Frequently asked questions about the parking situation in and around the Marriott Marquis.
Frequently asked questions about volunteering at Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Frequently asked questions about the Video Game Room (VGR) at Furry Weekend Atlanta.
Artist Alley
What time does Artist Alley open and close?
The Artists Alley will have the same opening hours as the rest of the general Vendor Hall : Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 10am-5pm
Dealers Den
Is there room available in the Dealers Den?
Check the Dealers Den Page for more information and updates on the status of the Dealers Den.
Fursuiting, etc.
Do I need a fursuit to attend?
No! It is a common misconception that everyone who attends an anthropomorphic or “furry” convention wears a fursuit. Only a small percentage of our attendees – somewhere between 10% and 15% – attend Furry Weekend Atlanta with a fursuit, and even fewer are in suit at any given time. Most attendees are just everyday people interested in anthropomorphics.
Can I wear my fursuit at the convention and around the convention hotel?
Absolutely! We not only allow fursuits at the con, we highly encourage and welcome them. That said, please do exercise caution in wearing your fursuit to any place outside of the hotel (see the Local Area Guide for full details about this.
Can I bring my puppets/pawpets to the convention and carry them around with me?
Absolutely! Please feel free to bring all of your puppet friends with you if you would like.
What activities, panels, and events will be available for fursuiters?
Check out our Fursuiting Page for full details on all of our fursuit activities.
Is this or that appropriate attire for my fursuit?
If you’d wear it out in public, you should be able to wear it on the con floor. If you’re unsure, please ask someone, or don’t wear it. Safety will ask you to change if they feel it’s indecent. This goes for any clothes, not just on fursuits.
Hotel
How can I get a hotel deposit refund for FWA 2020?
The Atlanta Marriott Marquis has agreed to refund the room deposit for bookings made in our 2020 room block. We are working with the hotel and will provide further details as soon as possible.
What is the address of the hotel?
The hotel is located at:
265 Peachtree Center Ave
Atlanta, GA 30303
United States of America
You can find information on how to reach the hotel on the Travel Pages.
How many people can we put in a room?
In accordance with the fire marshal restrictions, the hotel doesn’t like to see more than four people staying in a room. A room should never have more people than it can comfortably sleep.
Where can I find people to share a room with?
Although we no longer host forums, we have a Facebook group just for posting about room and ride shares. There is also a site that hosts forums for each convention, ConRoomies. They put up the site for each con about 4 months before the convention. Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot vouch for the suitability of any site or matches. Each person should ask for references and use their best judgement. Make sure you know some of their friends and ask around before agreeing to a room or ride share.
What is the minimum age to rent a hotel room?
The hotel has informed us that the minimum age to rent is 18. If you are under the age of 18, you will be required to have a parent of legal guardian check you into the hotel. Furry Weekend Atlanta is not able to provide you with sleeping space or cosign on a room with you.
I’m under 18. Can Furry Weekend Atlanta cosign on a room with me or get me a room?
No. See above. We cannot assume liability for your room.
Does the hotel have high-speed internet?
Yes, the hotel has high-speed wireless Internet available for a small charge.
Can I ship stuff to and from the hotel?
Yes, through the onsite FedEx. Detailed information on shipping stuff and from the hotel is available here. The hours and services available are outlined on the FedEx location webpage. There are charges that vary by weight as well handling and storage fees. You can also contact the FedEx shipping center at (404) 586-6190.
Are cheaper accommodations available?
Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot recommend any hotel other than the Marriott Marquis. While there are other hotels in the vicinity, we ask that you stay in the convention hotel because the very financial future of the convention is dependent on us booking a certain number of rooms. Plus, you’ll have a much more pleasant experience if you stay at the convention hotel – you’re just minutes from the action!
Can I bring my pet?
No. pets are not permitted. Service animals are permitted as required by law. Questions about this should be directed to the Marriott Marquis.
Is there a charge for parking?
There is a charge for vehicles parked in the hotel parking lot. More details on parking options will be posted as the convention nears on the parking page.
I have a large vehicle (recreational vehicle, motorcoach, bus, tractor trailer). Will the hotel be able to accommodate me?
The hotel itself has no parking for large vehicles that will not fit in the hotel parking garage. There are several open-air lots within walking distance of the hotel.
What about elevators?
There are 18 elevators that cover the 47 floors in a staggered fashion.
Does Furry Weekend Atlanta have a “quiet” floor or other area where there will be no parties?
At the present time, there has not been enough demand for such a space. However, this may change in the future.
Where can we get food?
The hotel is directly connected via sky bridge to the Peachtree Center Mall food court (it is literally about 200 yards from the convention floor). There are over 50 restaurants within a 3-block area of the hotel, and more than 100 within a one mile area.
Can I pay for my hotel room in cash?
Yes, you can. However, Furry Weekend Atlanta recommends that you do not do this. There are some issues with this that you should be aware of.
If you are going to pay in cash, be aware that the hotel has the right to, and most likely will, request a deposit when you check in to cover any incidental charges (telephone usage, room service, etc) made to the room over the course of your stay. This is a standard practice at most major hotel chains worldwide. This requested deposit could be quite large and may be up to and including two (2) nights at the room rate, but may be more or less.
If you wish to pay with cash, Furry Weekend Atlanta recommends that you use a credit card to secure the deposit on the room when you check in, and then pay the full balance in cash on checkout. That removes the need to pay the cash deposit before being allowed to check in.
I don’t have a credit card. Is there another alternative besides cash?
Yes. Many people don’t realize that you can get pre-paid debit cards at places like Walmart for a low fee, and work just like credit cards.
I don’t have a credit card. Can Furry Weekend Atlanta “hold” a room/pay for me and I pay the con back?
Sorry, but we are unable to do this for the reason listed above under Furry Weekend Atlanta cosigning. We would be assuming liability for your actions and any damages to the room.
If I make a reservation with a debit card, will it be charged immediately?
Yes it will be charged for 1 night.
When making a reservation, the hotel will charge one full night, plus possibly more to cover incidentals (telephone calls, etc) This money is taken immediately out of your account. If you do get a refund, it will be given back to you, but generally take a week or two for processing. Also once you check in, they will place a hold on the card for the full amount of the room, plus additional for incidentals, and this money will not be available to you until you check out, when the hotel removes the hold and the actual costs are then charged to your room.
For this reason, Furry Weekend Atlanta recommends that you do not use a Debit Card when booking a hotel room.
Where is a good place to meet people?
The Marriott is a very large hotel, so it can be a bit overwhelming. There’s plenty of spots to ‘hang out’ on the con floors, and we’ll have tables, sofas and other things spread out for people to gather.
I heard the hotel is non-smoking. Is that true?
The hotel is 100% smoke free – this includes the restaurant, bar, and all guest rooms. The hotel has also asked us to tell our attendees not to smoke outside the main entrance as it is a heavily trafficked area.
I can’t afford a hotel room. Can I just crash somewhere in con space?
No. Hotel and Furry Weekend Atlanta policies prohibit sleeping in the convention space. If you are caught sleeping in convention space, you will be asked to move along. If you are caught again you risk being asked to leave the hotel.
I can’t afford a hotel room. Can I just stay up the whole time?
You would be exceedingly unwise to do this.
I can’t afford a hotel room. Can I sleep in my car?
Again, you would be exceedingly unwise to do this. The hotel itself will not allow people to sleep in cars, and many of the surrounding parking garages and surface lots have similar policies. You run the risk of being asked to leave.
Okay, then, what should I do if I can’t afford a hotel room?
Get roommates! By splitting a room with 3 other people, you cut the cost down to 1/4 of a full cost room. You’ll also have a chance to get to know some other people who may become lifelong friends!
I’m having problems with someone at the hotel. Who can I contact?
You can contact our hotel liaison at [email protected].
Photography, Videotaping, Media
Is photography allowed?
Photography for personal use is more than allowed – it’s encouraged!
However, if you are planning on shooting pictures for any commercial or media project, your use falls under Furry Weekend Atlanta’s Media Access Policy, and must be cleared by our staff.
What if I do not want to be photographed?
You can ask that the person not take your photograph or simply walk away.
Will videotaping be allowed?
Videotaping for personal use is encouraged!
However, videotaping for any commercial or revenue project will fall under Furry Weekend Atlanta’s Media Access Policy, and must be cleared by our staff.
How may I distribute photographs and audio/video recordings that I made at the con?
As long as they were shot for personal use, you may distribute them in any way you see fit.
However, if your use is commercial or revenue, your project falls under Furry Weekend Atlanta’s Media Access Policy, and must be cleared by our staff.
Generally speaking, if you are making any money by being at Furry Weekend Atlanta and by shooting photos or video, you need a press pass.
It should be understood that Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc. retains the trademarks to, and reserves the right to determine the appropriate use of, the name “Furry Weekend Atlanta.”
I am a member of the media. Can I cover this event?
Please visit the Press & Media Page for more information.
Miscellaneous
What is the Furry Weekend Atlanta room party policy?
It is the policy of Furry Weekend Atlanta that what goes on in the privacy of a hotel room is not of the convention’s concern. However, we do ask that room parties be kept to a reasonable size (remember fire marshal restrictions) and that all noise be kept at a reasonable volume. Hotel security WILL break up parties that receive complaints. However, if Furry Weekend security personnel have reason to believe that illegal activities or activities that could threaten the welfare of the convention are taking place at a room party, they have a duty and a responsibility to act to ensure the safety of the convention and its attendees.
I want to be on staff! What do I do?
First, you have to understand that being on staff at Furry Weekend Atlanta is a full-time commitment, entailing 8-12 hours of work a day. Furry Weekend Atlanta gives heavy preference to people who have attended at least one year and have volunteered with the con at least a little bit. For more information on staffing at Furry Weekend Atlanta, please visit our staff page, here.
Can I bring my pet to Furry Weekend Atlanta?
While we all love animals and want them to be part of our lives, for the safety of all attendees we must ask that pets not be brought into the convention area. Exceptions are made for working service animals and animals that may be part of presentations that have been cleared with Furry Weekend Atlanta. Pets (again, excluding service animals) are not permitted in the hotel as well.
Programming
I have an awesome idea for programming that I’d like to help with. Who can I talk to?
Please e-mail [email protected] with your proposal.
What kind of programming will be available at Furry Weekend Atlanta?
We will have a wide range of programs to appeal to as many interests as we can without overextending ourselves.
How can I be a panelist?
Please e-mail our Director of Programming at [email protected] with your suggestion.
I want to propose to my boyfriend/girlfriend/mate at the convention. Can you help?
First, congratulations!
While in the past our policy has been a blanket “no” to these requests, we now ask instead that you contact us and tell us your idea. While we can’t make any promises, often we will try to help provided it is done in such a way as that it minimizes the commitment of our staff and disruption to the convention. Anything that adds a little bit more joy to the world is a good thing.
Can I use space in the convention area for a private function?
While Furry Weekend Atlanta has in the past occasionally allowed this, we can no longer do so. Sorry, but our hotel agreements and liability insurance no longer permit us to sublease space.
Registration
What hours will Registration be open?
Please see our app for current Registration hours. The app is available for Android & iOS (FWA: Furry U).
You can purchase your membership online at any time prior to your arrival at the convention by choosing Register Now on our home page.
If you opted to have your wristband mailed to you, please follow the signage for Mailed Wristband in the Registration area on the International Level of the Marriott Marquis.
If you need to pickup your wristband at Registration, follow the signage for Registration, depending on your membership level.
What forms of payment are accepted for registering online?
For pre-registration, we will accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express via our online registration. We do not accept mail-in registrations or mail-in payments. We will accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express for payments at the door.
I don’t have a credit card, but I want to pre-register. What can I do?
You can purchase pre-paid debit cards at many grocery stores, pharmacies, and other locations. These can be used to pay for your registration.
What do I need to check in if I’m preregistered?
You will need valid identification. See the section below on what types of identification are acceptable.
Will I get any kind of “ticket” or membership information in the mail?
Unless you opted into having your wristband mailed, nothing will be mailed to you in regards to your membership. To claim your wristband, take your photo ID to registration where the staff will give you your wristband and check you in.
What forms of identification are acceptable?
Furry Weekend Atlanta must be able to verify your identity, name, and age. A primary identification will contain your photo, legal name and birth date and be issued by a state or national government. Examples of a primary identification are a driver’s license or state identification card, passport, military identification, or national identification card (for international guests).
Secondary identifications are forms of ID that don’t contain all of the above information or are not issued by a state or national government. While they alone are not solely acceptable for identification to Furry Weekend Atlanta staff, using multiple types of secondary identification is permitted. Examples of secondary identification include school IDs, work IDs, union membership cards, birth certificates, social security cards, health insurance cards, check stubs, or W2 forms.
If you are attempting to use secondary identifications to enter Furry Weekend Atlanta, you must be able to provide photo identity, name, and age. All your forms of secondary identification must match and at least one must be issued by a state or national government.
What if I don’t have a photo ID?
Then you will need to get one before coming to Furry Weekend Atlanta. Contact your local DMV about obtaining a Photo Identification – many states offer these for little or no charge.
If you simply cannot acquire a government-issued photo identification, bring as much identification as you can. Birth certificates, utility bills, school IDs. Please, help us help you.
What do I need to register at the door?
You will need valid identification. See the section above on what types of identification are acceptable. You will also need a form of payment. We will accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express for payments at the door. There is an ATM in the hotel lobby – but it often runs out of money over the course of the weekend so please don’t rely on that as your sole funding source.
Please note that purchase of Gold Level memberships at the door will be very limited.
What if I’m under 18?
Furry Weekend Atlanta welcomes attendees of all ages. However, past experiences have forced us to require that a signed, notarized parental permission form (available in DOC, and PDF) be on file with us for all attendees under the age of 18. After registering, bring it with you to check in. NO ATTENDEES UNDER 18 WILL BE ADMITTED WITHOUT PARENTAL PERMISSION ON FILE OR A PARENT OR GUARDIAN AT REGISTRATION WITH THEM. NO EXCEPTIONS.
What if I’m under 18 now, but will turn 18 before the convention. Do I need a parental permission form?
As long as you are 18 years of age as of Opening Ceremonies, you will not need a parental permission form.
What if I’m under 18 now, but I turn 18 at the convention? Do I need a parental permission? Can I get a non-minor badge on x day?
Because you are not 18 as of opening ceremonies, you are still required to have parental permission on file with Furry Weekend Atlanta. Even if you turn 18 during the convention, we will be unable to issue you an additional wristband for security reasons.
What if I’m under 13?
Due to COPPA restrictions, minors under 13 cannot be registered on the website and must register in person on the day of the convention, with a parent or legal guardian present to chaperone you. No one under the age of 13 will be admitted without the presence of a chaperone, who must accompany the minor at all times. Additionally, a signed parental permission (available in DOC, PDF) must be on file. We will have these available for your parent or guardian to sign at registration
Can my brother/sister/uncle/friend sign my permission form?
Only if your brother/sister/uncle/friend is your legal guardian.
Your permission form must be signed by your parents or your legal guardian. Furry Weekend Atlanta reserves the right to (and often does) contact the person listed on your permission form and verify the information provided, so please don’t try to pull anything funny on us.
Do I still need a permission form if I’m under 18 and coming from an international country? Even if I’m considered of legal age in my home country?
Yes. Furry Weekend Atlanta operates under the laws of the United States of America, the State of Georgia, and the City of Atlanta. Regardless of what legal age is considered in your home country, we are bound to follow our laws.
All persons under 18 at Furry Weekend Atlanta must have parental permission on file with us. Furry Weekend Atlanta has a special International Minor Permission Form
(available in DOC and PDF). This form still must be notarized by the equivalent of a public notary in your country, or signed by your parent or guardian at Registration once you arrive.
I really want to come, but my parent/guardian won’t sign the permission form. Can I just show up?
No. Every attendee is required to present identification that verifies age, and each attendee under the age of 18 as of the first day of the convention must have a signed permission form. Those who cannot do this will be turned away. Why not invite your parents to come with you? We have many families that attend the convention each year and have a great time together. This may be a good chance to introduce your parents to the fandom!
Do I still need a permission form if my parents will be with me at registration?
Yes. We will have permission forms available at registration, and your parent may sign the form in witness of Furry Weekend Atlanta at registration in lieu of having the form notarized in advance.
I had to have a parental permission form last year and I will still be under 18 this year. Do I have to get the form signed again?
Yes. Forms are valid for the convention year in which they are signed.
Where can I find a “Notary Public?”
Search online under Notary Public. Many law offices also have a notary public on staff, and many FedEx Office locations around the country can also provide notary services. You can also check your local city hall or courthouse. If you are in a different country, you may check under Commissioner for Oaths. As a last resort, US Consular Services in many nations can provide notary service.
I lost my permission form or photo ID on the way to the convention. Can you just let me in?
Sorry, no. We hear this one every year, and it won’t work. Do not come to Furry Weekend Atlanta unless you are prepared to show valid identification and, if under 18, a signed and notarized parental permission form.
I don’t have an ID, and I can’t get one before the con for x reason. Can you just let me in?
See above. Pretty much anything that ends in “can you just let me in,” the answer is more than likely no.
I purchased a membership to Furry Weekend Atlanta but I won’t be able to make it. Can I give my membership to x?
Sorry, but memberships to Furry Weekend Atlanta are non-transferrable. You are entitled to a full refund before the end of March in the convention year. After that date, we will be unable to issue any refunds.
Can I upgrade my membership now?
Absolutely! Just log in to your profile at MyFWA.com and upgrade your membership, or you can upgrade at the door! If you would like to upgrade to a Gold Level membership, they are limited and will likely be unavailable once they reach their cap. Upgrading to Gold Level may not be available at the convention.
Can I upgrade my membership at the door?
SURE! We will gladly allow upgrades for pre-registered members. However, please be aware that upgrades from pre-registered memberships occur at at-the-door prices. Please note that it may not be possible to upgrade to a Gold Level membership at the door.
I want to volunteer with registration. How do I help?
We’d love to have you volunteer with Registration! Furry Weekend Atlanta policy prohibits volunteers from working in any position where they handle money. However, there are many jobs in registration – such as checking in people who've already paid, controlling lines, or helping in the convention store – that do not involve handling money. Please contact our volunteer coordinator at [email protected] for more info on lending a paw.
I can only make it to the convention on x. Will One Day memberships be available?
Yes, one day memberships are available at the door. Please see the Registration page for more information.
Why did the prices go up?
Because it is an unfortunate economic reality that, over time, the expenses that we incur to operate the convention increase, and in order to continue to provide the level of service you have come to expect from Furry Weekend Atlanta, we must occasionally make an adjustment to the membership prices so that we can continue to operate as a business.
You’re a 501(c)3, right? Can I deduct my membership from my taxes?
Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot offer you tax advice, and we recommend you consult a tax specialist or financial planner. Any advice given is for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as representing any factual or qualified financial advice.
That said, payments made to a 501(c)(3) organization are deductible as a charitable contribution for taxpayers who are itemizing their deductions on their U.S. federal income tax return, but only to the extent that the amount paid exceeds the fair market value of the benefits received in exchange for the payment. We have already subtracted the value of the benefits received at each membership level from the respective prices to arrive at the tax deductible amounts. These amounts are noted on the registration page.
I can’t remember if I registered. Can you tell me?
You can always log in to MyFWA.com to see if you have made a profile, and check to see if you have registered for a membership, or Submit a Request with your legal name and email address.
Can you tell me if my friend x has registered for the convention?
Sorry, but we are unable to disclose the details of who has and hasn’t registered for the convention. To do so would be a violation of privacy.
I had to cut my wristband off!
Bring the cut pieces to Registration and they will help you with a new one.
Do I need to buy a registration?
Yes! Your registration to the convention is what pays for the convention to happen. It is our primary source of income and allows Furry Weekend Atlanta to exist.
I’d like to purchase multiple memberships for friends/family/dealers assistants, etc. or provide a membership as a gift. How do I do that?
If you would like to purchase a membership for someone else, select the membership level on MyFWA.com, add it to your cart, and finalize your purchase. Once you’ve bought all your memberships, you can then go to your Wallet to view them. To assign the membership to another person, click on “Set Will Call” on the membership you want to give, and enter their legal name in the “Name For Will-Call” box and hit save. Make sure the name matches their name exactly as it appears on their government issued ID!
You can now give them a printed copy or screenshot of the membership and the barcode that accompanies it. They can take this to registration with their ID and redeem their gift pass! Remember, all attendees must have their own MyFWA.com account to redeem memberships!
Wristbands
Why does FWA use wristbands instead of badges?
Great question and we get this one a lot! There are a lot of misconceptions about why FWA uses wristbands and we appreciate your curiosity!
- As the fandom continues to grow conventions are challenged to register every attendee in a timely fashion (ever hear of line con?). We’re a volunteer organization, able to operate by the gracious donation of our volunteer and staff’s time. Our personnel resources are limited and the addition of wristbands has helped us deliver a fast and efficient check-in with a minimal burden to our staff and volunteers! Since we don’t have to print badges and call out names over everyone talking, in 2019, the average check-in time per person was less than 30 seconds!
- Technology! Year over year we plan to add more functionality that physical badges just can’t deliver. We admit the first year was rough. We’ve learned from that and in 2019 we shortened wait times at reg (the longest wait time ALL weekend was 30 minutes!). In 2023 FWA was the FIRST furry convention to offer a mailed registration option!
- Did you know that a common policy at Furry Conventions is that if you lose your badge, you have to buy a new registration? OUCH! Wristbands are uniquely tied to a specific person, we can activate and deactivate the wristband without the worry of inconveniencing the guest. That means that we’re happy to announce that we have sunset our policy of charging a full registration cost for lost badges. We’re happy to deactivate the old wristband (rendering it unusable) and activate a new one for you!
Oh, by the way, did you know that you can pick up a novelty badge at the convention? If you missed your chance last year, head over to constore.furryweekend.com to pick one up!
I purchased a Gold or Silver Sponsor membership as a gift for someone. How will they receive their mailed wristband.
Please Submit a Request for assistance.
I have my wristband but can’t attend the convention. Can I give it to someone in my place?
Unfortunately, memberships are non-transferable.The wristband you received is tied specifically to your account so the wristband you received cannot be given to anyone else.
Can I upgrade my Regular or Sponsor registration to Silver Sponsor or Gold Sponsor so I can have my wristband mailed to me?
You sure can! Go to your MyFWA.com profile and select “Upgrade” on your registration to upgrade to Silver Sponsor and Gold Sponsor.
What happens if I move after I’ve elected to receive my wristband through the mail?
You can change your mailing address in MyFWA.com up until the wristband cut-off date. Once the cut-off date has passed, the wristbands have been mailed and the address cannot be changed.
If I have my wristband, do I still need to go to Registration at the event?
Yes! More info will be available about this as the convention approaches. We will still need to verify your ID and activate your wristband when you arrive.
What happens if I forget my wristband at home?
Please don't forget your wristband at home! If you do, you'll need to talk to a registration staffer to get it fixed, and that defeats the purpose of your speedy check-in!
I don’t want my wristband shipped, I would rather pick it up.
Not to worry. Having your wristband mailed is an Opt-in process. You will only be mailed your wristband if you’ve selected to do so via MyFWA.com
I’m not a Gold or Silver Sponsor, can I still have my wristband mailed to me?
Yes! Up until the wristband cutoff date, you can upgrade your registration at MyFWA.com to purchase the Mailed Wristband Upgrade and select to have your wristband mailed to you.
Do you ship wristbands internationally?
Sorry, at this time we cannot ship wristbands internationally.
Do you offer discreet shipping?
Sorry, all our packages have our company name and address on the label. Fear not though, the shipping container itself is unassuming.
When will I receive my wristband?
Wristbands are slated to be mailed out mid/late April. Tracking information will be sent to your MyFWA.com email address so that you can track your order. Since shipping times vary, we can’t tell you exactly when to expect your wristband.
I opted in to having my Wristband Mailed to me what happens when I arrive?
Make sure you arrive to the convention with your wristband secured to your wrist and your legal documentation (see information on identification requirements here). Bring your ID, to a staff member at a check-in kiosk, scan your wristband and show your ID. We’ll verify your account information and you’ll be on your way!
Make sure to follow us on twitter and opt-in to registration emails so you can remain up to date with all the information regarding your membership.
Safety
I know of a potential security risk. Who can I talk to about this?
Please e-mail [email protected]. At the con, speak to anyone on the Safety staff or one of the board members as soon as possible. If you can’t find a Safety staffer or a board member, then do not hesitate to talk to any staff member and get them to locate someone who can handle the situation.
Keep in mind that Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot “ban” someone from the convention just because you don’t like them, because they make you uncomfortable, or because they wronged you personally at some time in the past. We must be presented with specific evidence in support of revoking membership privileges, which usually must involve Furry Weekend Atlanta itself, or with some type of legal document (such as a restraining order).
I don’t like person x. Can you ban them?
Sorry, but Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot “ban” someone from attending just because you don’t like them. If you have an interpersonal disagreement with someone, we suggest you either work it out before coming to Furry Weekend Atlanta, or avoid said person altogether. Either way, we expect all persons attending Furry Weekend Atlanta to behave as adults.
Now, if you have legal documentation (such as a restraining order), you should contact our security as soon as possible. However, our security staff will not get involved in personal disputes, and any issues will be referred to local authorities.
Person x wronged me, owes me money, stole my mate, etc. Will you ban them?
See above.
Person x did thing y at other convention z. Will you ban them here?
Furry Weekend Atlanta does not ban people based on what they do at other conventions. They must violate our rules before being banned.
Am I banned?
If you are banned, you will know it. You will have been provided with both verbal and most likely written notification (though it may be via email) notifying you that you are not welcome to attend Furry Weekend Atlanta and, if warranted, the length of your ban.
How is security being handled at Furry Weekend Atlanta?
Our Safety Division coordinates with the Atlanta Police Department, hotel security, private security vendors and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel to ensure all attendees, volunteers and staff members have the safest experience we can provide.
We have Atlanta Police officers working in the convention space 24 hours a day along with private security staff. We also have teams of paramedics on duty 24 hours a day who are fully equipped to deal with any medical emergency.
What is Furry Weekend Atlanta’s policy on weapons?
To ensure the safety of all of our attendees and other people in the hotel, Furry Weekend Atlanta will be strictly enforcing a ban on weapons at the convention. If it looks like a weapon or could easily be mistaken for a weapon, we don’t want to see it in the convention area. Functioning weapons will absolutely not be tolerated. Possession of a concealed carry permit or weapons carry license does not override this policy. Anyone caught with a weapon will be expelled from the convention, and barred from attending future conventions. Anyone refusing to leave or who returns to the event after expulsion may be subject to arrest for criminal trespass.
Individual convention hotels may also have their own restrictions on the possession of weapons on their properties in addition to the convention policy.
What about water guns and silly string?
Please leave these at home. These are potentially harmful to both the hotel as well as our fursuiters (for those who don’t know, fursuits can cost over $1,000 each), and there are plenty of other ways to have fun at the convention without having to bring these items.
I’m worried about someone threatening me at the convention?
Security at the convention is designed to keep the attendees safe and everyone happy, but they can not act as your personal body guards. If you are merely concerned about a particular person, we suggest you avoid that person as much as possible. If you are directly threatened by a person (verbal attack, attempted physical attack, inappropriate physical contact, etc.), contact security to report the incident and they will advise you on what can be done about your particular situation.
If you see someone doing things that don’t seem right (especially anything in violation of convention rules or city/state laws), notify security immediately and let them deal with the situation. Anyone violating convention rules or city/state laws will be dealt with appropriately, which could include revoking membership privileges or being handed over to local law enforcement if necessary.
Travel
What airport should I arrive into?
You’ll want to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Where can I find cheap airfare?
Atlanta is a hub for Delta Air Lines and has a large presence with Southwest Airlines, so both of those should have reasonable prices to and from ATL. Hipmunk or Kayak are very good resources for hunting down good airfares.
What is the minimum age to rent a car?
Rules vary between companies. Most require a valid, insured driver to be 25 years old, though some will allow 21-year-olds to rent (with an accompanying, rather steep, deposit). Check with your car company for more information.
I am coming from another country. What should I know about traveling to the United States?
Please understand that, following the events of September 11, 2001, the transportation system in the United States is very sensitive to foreign visitors. This does not mean that foreign visitors are unwelcome, but that there are extra hoops they must jump through. Please follow all guidelines and instructions to the letter. Be prepared with at least three forms of current identification and full details about your travel plans including how you plan to get to your location and full contact information.
Under no circumstances are you to joke, AT ALL, with security or anyone else in a security zone or checkpoint area. Certain words, such as bomb, gun, fire, or other related words, will set off alarm bells with security people. Finish the humor before you get to the security area. If you listen carefully to what a security person tells you and do exactly as you are told, you should have no problems.
The United States has visa agreements with certain countries in addition to our neighboring countries of Canada and Mexico. Please check the State Department’s Visa Wizard page for more information.
Remember that all international visitors must get an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before traveling to the United States. Visit the Department of Homeland Security for more information.
Be sure to check out our International Visitors page!
I need sponsorship to come into the country. Can Furry Weekend Atlanta sponsor me?
No. Furry Weekend Atlanta cannot take legal responsibility for sponsoring international attendees. We suggest you speak with a travel agent in your home country; often, they have resources that can get you sponsored to enter the United States.
Parking
Where can I park?
Please see our Parking Options page with information about parking options.
Volunteering
Does Furry Weekend Atlanta need volunteers?
Absolutely!
How can I volunteer?
Thank you! Furry Weekend is always looking for volunteers to help out around the convention. Check out our Volunteering page for full details on how to sign up. A volunteer table will also be set up at the convention.
Can I volunteer for a specific function?
We do our best to accommodate volunteering requests. However, Furry Weekend Atlanta policy precludes volunteers from working in certain area of the convention (most notably, any position that involves the handling of money). All of our volunteer needs are being coordinated through our volunteer coordinator. Check out our Volunteering page and then e-mail [email protected] with your request.
Video Game Room
Is the Video Game room cool?
Yes, it’s awesome.
Contact Us
Most departments/areas have an email that goes to the person heading up that area. Please allow a few days for an answer as everyone is volunteer and quite busy with jobs etc.
Questions / Feedback / Info | Submit a Question |
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Advertising | [email protected] |
App Help | [email protected] |
Artist Alley | [email protected] |
Board Gaming | [email protected] |
Branding | [email protected] |
Charity | [email protected] |
Con Store | Submit a Request |
Safety | Submit a Request |
Dealers Den | [email protected] |
DJs | [email protected] |
Entertainment / Main Events | [email protected] |
Fursuit Dance Competition | [email protected] |
Fursuiting | [email protected] |
Gold Level Suite / Hospitality | [email protected] |
Hotel | [email protected] |
Media Relations | [email protected] |
Print Shop | [email protected] |
Programming | [email protected] |
Public Relations | [email protected] |
Registration / MyFWA | Submit a Request |
Video Gaming | Submit a Request |
Volunteering | [email protected] |
Webmaster | [email protected] (For MyFWA support, please contact Registration) |
Elevator Changes at Furry Weekend
TLDR: There are a lot of you. We’ll be changing the way our guests load-in and load-out from the elevators in the convention space.
Furry Weekend Atlanta Leadership has been hard at work solving the biggest point of feedback from our guests in 2023: Elevators. We will be implementing a new strategy for elevator management for 2024 and beyond. Below, please review our strategy for elevators. Please note that some of the specifics may change as we work with our hotel partners to continually improve our efforts to make sure that we’re supporting efficient and quick access to hotel rooms.
Specific elevator etiquette policy:
Elevator challenges are not unique to Furry Weekend Atlanta. Every convention has the same problems that we face. We recognized that most of these strategies are passed down via word of mouth, which is not effective for the community at large. To solve that problem we spent time preparing a clear, concise, and specific Elevator Etiquette Policy that discusses what steps the community can take to make sure that everyone gets to their destination as fast as possible.
More Signage:
We understand that in the throes of the convention experience it can be easy to forget some common practices that are important to keep everyone happy. We’re combatting this by providing more signage inside, and outside of the elevators to remind guests of the most important things to elevator safety and efficiency.
New Volunteer Opportunity - The Zookeepers, our queue management department:
Furry Weekend Atlanta has created a new department designed to help with line management. New to 2024, their primary focus will be to manage the elevator queue and load-in/load-out activities of those elevators. As this department grows, they will additionally assist in line management for our biggest and most popular events.
The Zookeepers are looking for patient, compassionate individuals to help us with this dire need. Please consider giving back to the community and applying to be on this great team - Apply here. If you can’t dedicate the time required to be a staff member, this is also a great volunteering opportunity if you find yourself with a few free hours during the convention. Volunteering is a great way to get an idea of what staffing a convention is all about
Changes to Elevator Load-in and Load-out inside of the convention space
After evaluating the problem, we found that there were four (4) leading causes of the elevator issues at Furry Weekend Atlanta: People going up to go down/down to go up, lack of line control, elevator overcrowding, and a lack of consideration for those that need priority access into the elevators. We’re making big changes to the elevator process to address each of these:
- There will be a designated load-in line for each elevator bank. These lines will be clearly labeled and provide a simpler, organized way for you to get where you’re trying to go.
- All attendees will be required to exit the elevator when it reaches the Marquis level. If this isn’t the floor you were trying to get to, you will be required to exit the elevator and enter the line for your final destination floor. Please pay close attention to which direction the elevator is traveling as we won’t make exceptions.
- Elevator load-in will be limited to 10 people per load. Our staff may change the number of guests loaded into the elevator based on several factors. Please be respectful of these changes as we’re doing everything we can to get everyone to their destination, in the safest way possible.
- We will be implementing a priority line for guests with accessibility needs and Fursuiters. Fursuiters and guests with accessibility needs will be permitted to bring one additional person with them on the elevator. All other guests traveling with the priority traveler will be asked to get into the line designated for regular attendees.
- All floors not designated as the load-in floor may only be used for guests with an accessibility need.
- To reduce wait times, we encourage all guests with accessibility needs to leverage the auxiliary elevators at the back of the Marriott property (near the Hilton Skybridge) to access the Lobby level, Marquis level, and International level. In addition, wherever possible, enter the priority line on the load-in floor.
- Don’t forget to pick-up your accessibility badge from our accessibility booth!
- Elevator lines and logistics will be managed as much as possible, but it isn’t feasible to manage the elevators 24/7 or at each of the hotel properties. Guests can expect that elevators will be managed after peak events, and during peak traffic flows. We will do everything we can to expand elevator management times. This is largely contingent on the number of staff we have in our queue management department. Help us out by applying here.
- Finally, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is restricting access to the hotel service elevators. Hotel service elevators should -not- be used for guest travel. These elevators must be kept clear to ensure that hotel staff, security, EMTs, and designated convention staff can get to where they need to be as soon as possible. Unless directed by a hotel manager, hotel security, or by our Safety team, use of these elevators are strictly prohibited.
Elevator technology enhancements at The Atlanta Marriott Marquis
The biggest change, and why it’s taken us so long to communicate this, is because we’ve been working closely with the Atlanta Marriott Marquis to improve the technology for the elevators at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. As of 2024, the Marriott has implemented a new weight management technology:
- Once an elevator has reached the weight capacity, the elevator will not stop on any floors until it reaches its selected destination. This means that the elevator will bypass any called floors and continue to the floors specifically requested by the occupants of the elevator.
- This enhancement will reduce the travel time for elevators and will assist in enforcement of the “Don’t go up to go down” guideline discussed in our “Elevator Etiquette” policy.
- If an elevator is overweight, the elevator will not operate. If you find that the elevator door is not closing, please exit the elevator as it will not move until the elevator is under the weight capacity.
- Elevator technicians will be onsite during the weekend. This change won’t stop elevators from breaking down, but it will ensure any issues are resolved more quickly. Please understand that, even with a technician on site the parts needed to repair elevators may not be available.
- A note on “weight capacity” - The posted weight capacity on the elevators at the Atlanta Marriott marquis includes the weight of the elevator itself.
We appreciate all of the feedback, suggestions, and problem-solving our community has provided to us. We’ve answered a lot of the questions we received in the following FAQ, please take a moment to review the FAQ before reaching out with questions.
We understand that this is a big change for Furry Weekend Atlanta, but we’re confident that this will reduce elevator wait times and stress for all attendees involved.
Elevator FAQ
Why can’t you just lock down all of the elevators?
This is a question that our team has looked at and is working on. The biggest reason why we can’t just “lock out the elevators” to a single floor is because there is no other ADA accessible way to get from the Atrium level to the other convention floors, and there is no ADA accessible way to get from the other convention floors to the Atrium. It’s a unique challenge of how the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is laid out.
Why do people with accessibility needs get priority access into elevator lines?
First, let’s remember, you can’t always tell just by looking at someone that they have an accessibility need. Guests with accessibility needs may need to get to their room quickly for health and safety related concerns. For example, a guest that requires insulin needs to get that insulin as quickly as possible to prevent bigger health problems from occurring. Insulin requires refrigeration and may not always be able to be carried with the guest. The only option for that guest is to keep the insulin refrigerated inside of their room.
Why do fursuiters get priority access into elevator lines?
Fursuiting is tough work. The amazing costumes that our fursuiters wear are extremely hot, and sometimes very heavy. We allow Fursuiters priority access out of concern for the safety of the person under the cute animal. When a fursuiter needs to get to their room to de-suit, it’s important that they can do so as quickly as they can so they can cool down. Overheating in a fursuit is -really- bad. If it happens, the person under the suit’s life is in danger. That’s also why we allow one guest (or handler) to travel with them. To make sure they have the assistance they need to de-suit and cool down. Our headless lounges can only provide so much cooling, sometimes the only option is to remove the suit entirely.
I go to other furry cons and they don’t have problems this bad.
Like you, our convention staff LOVES going to other conventions as well. The truth is, all conventions have challenges with their elevators just like we do. Ours seem to be exacerbated for a few key reasons:
- The Atlanta Marriott Marquis is one of the largest, if not the largest single hotel of any Furry Convention. That means there are more rooms and more people trying to get to their room. At other large events, like AC and MFF, guests are spread out across the city much more than at FWA.
- Every single room at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is accessed through a main core of elevators. That means every guest going to a room is trying to get where they need to be, in the same place. That’s a lot of people all trying to go to a room. At other large events like MFF and TFF, hotel traffic is divided across the hotel property.
I go to other non-furry events that don’t have this problem. What gives?
This is a good question and something that we’ve had a lot of internal discussions about. Our research and observations point to attendee habits being a big difference. At non-furry events, the majority of elevator traffic is from the guest room to the convention floor. Our guests behave differently than guests at these events. Furry Conventions are a social affair first and foremost. That means that our guests aren’t just going from their room to the convention space, they're going from their room to another room, and then everyone in that room is going to ANOTHER room. Our event is simply atypical for hotels that hold other large events.
Why are you only managing elevators during peak times.
- In short - staffing requirements. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis has four banks of elevators all loaded in the same place. In addition, there are three separate floors where guests can enter and exit the elevator. We’ve spent a lot of time looking at the numbers and the volunteer deployment to manage the elevators. This extra elevator management alone would require a new staff equal to half of our current staff level for the entire convention. That’s a lot of volunteers.
- Additionally, hiring private security personnel to manage the process for us will create a financial burden so significant for FWA that the cost of registration would have to be increased significantly to keep FWA afloat.
- By combining the deployment of FWA staff and private security, we’re aiming to maximize the amount of time we can manage the elevators and will do everything we can to provide the best experience possible.
As stated, the biggest problem is personnel to help manage this process. Please consider, and encourage your friends to join our Crowd and Line Management Department - The Zookeepers, to help us manage the elevator lines as much as possible. You can apply to our staff here.
This is such an easy problem to fix. Why haven’t you done something before now?
First and foremost, elevator management at Furry Weekend Atlanta is not a simple problem. The Atlanta Marriott Marquis has a few unique challenges that make managing elevators more difficult than expected. For example, the Marriott Marquis has four separate banks of elevators that serve entirely different floors. Additionally, the main core of elevators are the only elevators to the Atrium level, which is our busiest level. When we look at managing elevators as a whole we have to consider staffing levels, ADA access, line management, as well as traffic flow into and out of the elevator bank.
Registration Policies
Registering for our convention
Thank you for your interest in Furry Weekend Atlanta!
All registrations are handled through MyFWA.com. To attend our convention, you must create a MyFWA.com profile online. With a MyFWA.com account, you can purchase your registration, view your profile, and register for future years as they become available. Attendees can create a MyFWA.com account and pre-register for our convention year-round, including at the convention itself.
Creating a MyFWA.com account and pre-registering for the convention is highly recommended before queuing for the registration line. MyFWA.com is optimized for computer, tablet, and mobile phone use.
Important things to note:
- Attendees under the age of 13 will not be able to create a MyFWA.com account and must register onsite with a parent or guardian present.
- Minor policies are enforced for anyone under the age of 18 by the first day of the convention.
- Please carefully review our Minor Policies below.
Personal Identification Requirements
According to Georgia State laws governing assembly, Furry Weekend Atlanta is required to verify identity before a registration can be redeemed for use. This means, that every guest must present a valid photo ID to attend our convention.
Furry Weekend Atlanta must be able to verify your identity, name, and age. A primary identification will contain your photo, legal name, and birth date and be issued by a state or national government. Examples of a primary identification are a driver’s license or state identification card, passport, military identification, or national identification card (for international guests).
Secondary identifications are forms of ID that don’t contain all of the above information or are not issued by a state or national government. While they alone are not solely acceptable for identification to Furry Weekend Atlanta staff, using multiple types of secondary identification is permitted. Examples of secondary identification include school IDs, work IDs, union membership cards, birth certificates, social security cards, health insurance cards, check stubs, or W2 forms.
If you are attempting to use secondary identifications to enter Furry Weekend Atlanta, you must be able to provide photo identity, name, and age. All your forms of secondary identification must match and at least one must be issued by a state or national government.
Your forms of identification must match the legal name on your MyFWA.com profile.
Mailed Wristband Eligibility
You’ve asked and we’ve listened! We’re excited to announce that for 2024 Furry Weekend Atlanta is offering mailed wristbands to all membership levels! The deadline to opt into a mailed wrist band is February 29th, 2024. This perk is included with Silver Sponsor, Gold Sponsor, and Platinum Sponsor memberships. It can be added to Attending and Sponsor memberships for a shipping fee of $8.00.
Here’s some important information you’ll need to know!
How do I opt in?
For Silver Sponsors, Gold Sponsors, and Platinum Sponsors:
- Log in to your MyFWA.com profile.
- Tap the Opt-in banner at the top of the page
- Fill out all required fields
- Note: If you want a shipping confirmation, please make sure to enter an email address.
- Hit Submit!
For Attending and Sponsors:
- Log in to your MyFWA.com profile
- Access your wallet
- Click “Upgrades”
- Select the Mailed Wristband upgrade
- Check out!
That’s it! Your wristband will be mailed out in the beginning of April. So keep a lookout!
We highly encourage our attendees to opt into mailed wristbands. Not only does it reduce touch points between our volunteers and you, by having your wristband mailed to you will allow you to arrive at our event with your wristband on already! Then all we need to do is scan your wristband, verify identity and you’re on your way!
Please see our Wristband FAQ for more information.
Multiple Memberships & Gift Registrations
Multiple memberships, such as family, group, or gift purchases, may be assigned through MyFWA.com. In order to allow someone other than the account holder to pick up a registration, the original purchaser must either accompany them to registration, or assign the badge via Will Call. To do so:
- Log in to MyFWA.com and select “Wallet” from the top left menu options.
- All purchased registrations will be visible here. Select the one you wish to assign and click “Set Will Call”.
- Enter the person’s legal name, as it appears on their government issued ID card, into the “Name for Will-Call” box, and hit save. Their name MUST exactly match their ID!
- Provide your guest with either a printed or screenshot copy of the registration and accompanying barcode to show at registration.
Registration will use the provided barcode to access your purchased registration, verify your guest has been assigned the membership, and activate their pass from there. All FWA attendees must have a MyFWA.com account prior to arriving at Registration. Attendees 13 years of age and younger will be assigned to the purchaser’s account.
Types of Payment Accepted
Online via MyFWA.com
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express
At the door registration
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, and Cash.
We’re very sorry, but Furry Weekend Atlanta can no longer accept mail-in registrations and/or mail-in payments.
Payment Tips!
- If you would like to register online but do not have a credit card or do not want to use your personal credit card for the registration fee, you can purchase a pre-paid Visa or American Express gift card at many retailers or grocery stores.
- Make sure your gift card can cover the full amount of your registration!
Minor Policy
Furry Weekend Atlanta will welcome any attendee who wishes to attend our convention regardless of age. The majority of our programming, and all programming during the day is, at most, PG-13 rated, with much of it being PG. Any registered member may attend any of this programming. However, we do have some “adult” (R+) programs in the evenings and later at night. Attendees under the age of 18 will not be permitted to attend these programs.
16 and 17 year old attendees:
Furry Weekend Atlanta will be enforcing a requirement that all attendees UNDER THE AGE OF 18, as of the Opening Ceremonies of Furry Weekend Atlanta, must have a signed, notarized consent form (available in DOC and PDF) on file with Furry Weekend Atlanta staff OR a parent or guardian present when they register at the convention.
International visitors who are UNDER THE AGE OF 18 are still required to have a signed and notarized parental permission form on file with Furry Weekend Atlanta. We have a special international form (available in DOC and PDF) that is designed to be as generic as possible. Furry Weekend Atlanta suggests checking the phone directory under both Commissioner for Oaths and Notary Publics. As a last resort, US Consular Services in most nations have notaries on staff at consular locations that can take care of it for you as well.
Attendees between 13 and 15:
Attendees 15 AND UNDER must have a parent or guardian present when they check in at the convention.
Attendees under the age of 13:
Attendees UNDER THE AGE OF 13 must also have a parent or guardian present when they check in at the convention and a chaperone above the age of 18 (preferably a parent or legal guardian) with them at all times when they are in convention space. Chaperones and guardians attending the convention must also be a registered attendee.
Identification requirements:
Minors will also need some form of suitable identification, such as a copy of a birth certificate, a learner’s permit or driver’s license, or a passport. School IDs are only acceptable as a secondary form of identification.
The name on your identification must match the name on your permission form.
We apologize for the inconvenience, but this is for the safety of all the attendees as well as the convention itself.
Parents, legal guardians, etc., please bear in mind that Furry Weekend Atlanta is not responsible for the conduct of minors at the convention. We are not babysitters and we will not be monitoring or correcting the conduct of your minor (as long as your minor is not violating convention policy). While minor badges will be clearly marked and any programming that may be adult in nature will take place in the evenings and will have door guards to prevent minors from gaining access, and while we will make every effort to see that minors are not granted access, Furry Weekend Atlanta specifically disclaims any liability for anything that may happen to your minor or anything that your minor may be exposed to.
Refund Policy
Refund requests are evaluated on a case by case basis and must be submitted by 3/31/2024. Unfortunately, after that date, we are unable to process any further refund requests.
We do not offer membership transfers of any kind.
To submit a refund request, please Submit a Request. Make sure to include the following information in your request
- Your legal name
- Your “Fan” name
- The email address associated with your MyFWA.com account
- The reason for your request
If you have questions about our refund policy, please Submit a Request. Please note that refund requests can take up to 14 days to process.
Questions
If you have a question not covered, check out our compiled list of Frequently Asked Questions.
If your question is not answered via the FAQs, please Submit a Request.
Our Team makes every effort to respond to inquiries as quickly as possible. Please allow 3-5 days for a response.
Video Gaming Room
Furry Weekend Atlanta Video Gaming
Welcome to the Furry Weekend Atlanta Video Game Room! From old to new, solo to multiplayer, competitive or not, we’ve got you covered. Located on the Galleria level at the Hilton Atlanta Hotel, you’ll find a full arcade, consoles from retro to modern, speed runners, developer booths, and more!
Location
Hilton Atlanta
Galleria Level
Hours
Thursday TBD
Friday TBD
Saturday TBD
Sunday TBD
Arcade Gaming
Bigger, better, faster, stronger. Save Point returns to Furry Weekend Atlanta with more game cabinets, more pinball, and more space.
Console Gaming
More consoles, more games. Featuring Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 consoles, and PlayStation 5 consoles. Featuring the latest in fighting games including Street Fighter VI and Tekken 8, alongside fan favorites like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, there’s something for everyone!
Retro Gaming
Following the trend, retro gaming is back and better than ever. We are bringing back all your favorite 6th generation consoles, including Nintendo GameCube, Xbox, Dreamcast, and PlayStation 2, and emulation stations featuring all your favorite NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and Nintendo 64 games, and more!
Speed Running
We heard you loved the Fastest Furs, so we’re excited to bring them back with new speedruns. Oh, and if you’re interested in joining their furry speedrunning community, there will be panels for that too!
Tournaments
We’re back at it again with more tournaments than ever before. Fighting game tournaments, racing games, first person shooters, and even virtual reality and pinball. There’s a tournament for nearly every taste.
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Beat Saber
- Street Fighter VI
- Tekken 8
- Mortal Kombat 1
- More…
Tournament signups will begin 1-2 weeks prior to the convention. Please signup for a start.gg account and visit this link to sign up when tournament signups open.
Tournament Schedule
Thursday, May 8, 2025
TBD
Friday, May 9, 2025
TBD
Saturday, May 10, 2025
TBD
Sunday, May 11, 2025
TBD
Tournament Rules
Street Fighter 6
- Max 128 Players
- Single Elimination (semi-final losers fight for 3rd)
- Default settings
- All OPTION settings are default settings except for the following two settings. Pause Menu on Long Hold ON
- 2/3 Rounds per Game2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Top 8 finals
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch character
- Random stage select (players may opt for an agreed stage*)
- *Training Room stage is banned from Tournament Play
- Dynamic control type is banned
- In-battle Accessibility Settings may be turned ON if the Tournament Organizer deems that the setting is physically necessary.*
Mortal Kombat 1
- Max 128 Players
- Single Elimination (semi-final losers fight for 3rd)
- Tournament Mode Default Options
- 2/3 Rounds per Game
- 3/5 Games per Set
- Random stage select
- Winner of the previous game must keep the same character and kameo.
- Loser of previous game may switch stage (with same character and kameo) or switch character and kameo (with random stage)
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- Max 256 Players
- Single Elimination
- Stock: 3
- Time Limit: 7 Minutes
- Items: Off
- Stage Hazards: Off
- Final Smash Meter: Off
- Sprits: Off
- Starter Stages
- Battlefield
- Town & City
- Small Battlefield
- Pokémon Stadium 2
- Smashville
- Counter picks
- Hollow Bastion
- Final Destination
- Kalos Pokémon League
Pokemon
- Max 64 Players
- See: https://victoryroadvgc.com/2024-rules-regulations/
- Regulation set G
- Best of 3, Swiss Format, No team lists
Dance Dance Revolution
- Max 20 Players
- Seeding of the single elimination bracket will be done based on EX scores from the qualifier song (Onegai Darling ESP 11) Byes will be given as needed.
- Each round will be a best of 3 songs determined by EX score (tiebreakers decided by regular score)
- 5 songs will be drawn at random each round with the use of an online generator
- A single round of rock paper scissors will be played, the winner has the choice to either veto a song from the set first or choose their play side, the other person may then do the same
- If a song is not available on the fwa cabinet, a new 5 songs will be drawn
- If both players are in agreement, an entirely new set of songs may be drawn
- The first round will consist of songs rated 12-14, the second round 13-15, the 3rd round 14-17, and the finals 15-18
- We ask that everyone who signs up stays to watch their fellow dancers, however if you wish to leave during other rounds, we will DM you when your round is approaching, if you do not show up within 10 minutes of when your round starts, it will be forfeit to the opponent
- The judges will be watching for technical issues such as misfires, and may potentially deem a replay of a certain song necessary
- https://www.start.gg/tournament/fwa-crossofur-2023/details
Tekken 8
- Max 128 Players
- Single Elimination (semi-final losers fight for 3rd)
- Tournament Mode Default Settings
- 3/5 Rounds per Game
- 2/3 Games per Set
- 3/5 Games for Winners, Losers & Grand Finals
- Random stage select for Game 1
- Winner of previous game must keep same character
- Loser of previous game may switch stage (with same character) or switch character (with random stage)
- There will be no customizing of colors, names, or items at any time before or during a tournament match. Any player that does so will be given a loss of round.
Halo 2
- Max 128 Players
- Single Elimination
- Free For All
- Base Weapons
- No vehicles
Synth Riders
- Unlimited Players
- Top 3 high scores
- One song, unlimited attempts
- Expert level difficulty
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Max 128 Players
- Single Elimination
- 4 Player Race
- Top 2 Players move on
Jubeat
- Max 32 Players
- Format will be based on the number of players:
- 2-11: Round Robin
- 12-17: Double Elimination
- 18-32: Single Elimination
- Matches are best of 3 songs
- Tiebreakers:
- 1 Song
- Randomly Chosen
- Difficulty 9
Virtual Reality
We are happy to be bringing Baz LLC back with more space and more games to choose from and an all new VR experience you won’t find anywhere else.
Developers
We’re working hard to bring new and interesting gaming related content, including content from independent developers like Stormy Nights, who brought us “Breeze in the Clouds.”
This year, you’ll see:
- AIM by Salt Free Interactive
- MycoRelic by Sandy Dingo Games
- Breeze in the Clouds by Stormy Nights
- Rise of Stones (Tentative) by Wodanco LLC.
- Super Tux Advance by Kelvin Shadewing
Questions? Email [email protected]
Privacy Policy
This privacy policy describes how Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc.’s (“Furry Weekend,” “Furry Weekend Atlanta,” “FWA,” “us,” “we,” or “our”) websites and applications collects, protects, and uses the personally identifiable information you may provide through the following (“platforms,” “our platforms”):
- Furryweekend.com (“the website,” “ website”)
- GeorgiaFurs.com
- MyFWA.com
- Constore.Furryweekend.com (“Con Store,” “the store)
- The FWA App (“the app,” “app,” “application”)
- The FWA Game (“the game,” “game”)
This policy does not apply to the practices of companies that FWA does not own or control or to individuals that FWA does not employ or manage.
These platforms are all operated to support the 501(c)(3) organization, Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc. You must be 13 or older to access any of these platforms. Children under 13 who want to attend our convention can not register online and must register in person with a parent or guardian present.
What information do we collect?
For the purpose of MyFWA.com and Con Store, we may ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, email address, “furry name,” and emergency contact.
With respect to sensitive information, we will redirect the user to a secure page either on our site or to a trusted 3rd party site before transferring or receiving sensitive data. This information may include credit card or banking information, medical information, or other sensitive information.
This information is used to process your payment for registration and merchandise, confirm your registration, and confirm your identity at the time of the event. Excluding payment information, some of this may be shared with other FWA platforms to gain access to them, such as The FWA Game or The FWA App.
For all other purposes, including that of MyFWA.com we may collect:
- Our visitor’s domain and email address from visitors who post on our platforms.
- Non-personally identifying information such as mobile device ID #, operating system, browser type, carrier provider, language, geographic region, device type, screen size, and the date/time you visit our platforms.
- Any information given to us by users that contact us via email, inquiry form, survey, etc.
Further, the developer of our app, Avodify LLC (“Eventpedia”) may collect and use more information based on their privacy policy found at:
https://eventpedia.com/privacy/
What do we use your information for?
Any of the information we collect from you may be used in the following ways:
- To provide the core functionality of our platforms.
- Internal review, tracking, or contacting.
- Delivering custom content to our platforms.
- Contact information for marketing purposes, including newsletters, emails, or periodic advertisements from Furry Weekend Atlanta.
- To facilitate the process of your registration with Furry Weekend Atlanta at the event.
Do we disclose any information to outside parties?
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our platforms, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release your information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property or safety.
How do we protect your information?
For FurryWeekend.com, GeorgiaFurs.com, MyFWA.com, and The FWA Game we implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you enter, submit, or access your personal information. Among other things, your browser session, as well as the traffic between our platforms and the API, are secured with SSL, and your password is hashed using a strong one-way algorithm. All information collected is stored on secured devices with access limited only to those FWA staff that need it to help service you.
For the purposes of the FWA App, FWA does not store or control any information once provided to Evenpedia. Their policy on information protection can be found in their privacy policy:
https://eventpedia.com/privacy/
Do we use cookies?
Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser. These cookies enable our platforms to recognize your browser and, if you have a registered account, associate it with your registered account.
We use cookies to understand and save your preferences for future visits.
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For questions regarding our privacy policy or website in general, please contact by mail or email listed below.
Our Contact Information is:
Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc.
6475 Jimmy Carter Blvd Suite 400
Norcross, GA 30071
This document is CC-BY-SA. Adapted from the Furrycon.Social privacy policy, which is originally adapted from the Discourse privacy policy.
Privacy Policy
This privacy policy describes how Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc.’s (“Furry Weekend,” “Furry Weekend Atlanta,” “FWA,” “us,” “we,” or “our”) websites and applications collects, protects, and uses the personally identifiable information you may provide through the following (“platforms,” “our platforms”):
- Furryweekend.com (“the website,” “ website”)
- GeorgiaFurs.com
- MyFWA.com
- Constore.Furryweekend.com ("Con Store," "the store)
- The FWA App (“the app,” “app,” “application”)
- The FWA Game (“the game,” “game”)
This policy does not apply to the practices of companies that FWA does not own or control or to individuals that FWA does not employ or manage.
These platforms are all operated to support the 501(c)(3) organization, Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc. You must be 13 or older to access any of these platforms. Children under 13 who want to attend our convention can not register online and must register in person with a parent or guardian present.
What information do we collect?
For the purpose of MyFWA.com and Con Store, we may ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, email address, “furry name,” and emergency contact.
With respect to sensitive information, we will redirect the user to a secure page either on our site or to a trusted 3rd party site before transferring or receiving sensitive data. This information may include credit card or banking information, medical information, or other sensitive information.
This information is used to process your payment for registration and merchandise, confirm your registration, and confirm your identity at the time of the event. Excluding payment information, some of this may be shared with other FWA platforms to gain access to them, such as The FWA Game or The FWA App.
For all other purposes, including that of MyFWA.com we may collect:
- Our visitor’s domain and email address from visitors who post on our platforms.
- Non-personally identifying information such as mobile device ID #, operating system, browser type, carrier provider, language, geographic region, device type, screen size, and the date/time you visit our platforms.
- Any information given to us by users that contact us via email, inquiry form, survey, etc.
Further, the developer of our app, Avodify LLC (“Eventpedia”) may collect and use more information based on their privacy policy found at:
https://eventpedia.com/privacy/
What do we use your information for?
Any of the information we collect from you may be used in the following ways:
- To provide the core functionality of our platforms.
- Internal review, tracking, or contacting.
- Delivering custom content to our platforms.
- Contact information for marketing purposes, including newsletters, emails, or periodic advertisements from Furry Weekend Atlanta.
- To facilitate the process of your registration with Furry Weekend Atlanta at the event.
Do we disclose any information to outside parties?
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in operating our platforms, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release your information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property or safety.
How do we protect your information?
For FurryWeekend.com, GeorgiaFurs.com, MyFWA.com, and The FWA Game we implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you enter, submit, or access your personal information. Among other things, your browser session, as well as the traffic between our platforms and the API, are secured with SSL, and your password is hashed using a strong one-way algorithm. All information collected is stored on secured devices with access limited only to those FWA staff that need it to help service you.
For the purposes of the FWA App, FWA does not store or control any information once provided to Evenpedia. Their policy on information protection can be found in their privacy policy:
https://eventpedia.com/privacy/
Do we use cookies?
Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through your Web browser. These cookies enable our platforms to recognize your browser and, if you have a registered account, associate it with your registered account.
We use cookies to understand and save your preferences for future visits.
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For questions regarding our privacy policy or website in general, please contact by mail or email listed below.
Our Contact Information is:
Furry Weekend Atlanta, Inc.
6475 Jimmy Carter Blvd Suite 400
Norcross, GA 30071
This document is CC-BY-SA. Adapted from the Furrycon.Social privacy policy, which is originally adapted from the Discourse privacy policy.
FWA Takeover at Georgia Aquarium
Furry Weekend Atlanta 2025 is set to make a splash as they take over the largest aquarium in the US! Join us at what will be an un-fur-gettable experience with fandom DJs, musicians, and FURSUITS! A fursuit/headless lounge will be located inside of the aquarium for the duration of the event.
One of the highlights of Furry Weekend Atlanta is seeing attendees don their most creative and captivating mascot costumes. Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or just dipping your toes into the world of fur-suits, we encourage everyone to express themselves through their attire. So, dust off those paws, fluff up those tails, and get ready to strut your stuff!
Join us as we celebrate community, creativity, and the spirit of acceptance.
This is a limited capacity event.
Date & Time
May 8, 2025
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Ticket Price: $48.99
Cost of Admission includes (1) One Drink Ticket valid for Cocktail, Beer, Wine or Soft Drink.
Georgia Aquarium Link: https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/fwa
(Direct Link: https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/events/event/fwa-takeover-at-georgia-aquarium/)
FAQ:
No. This event has been created through a partnership between FWA and Georgia Aquarium. You will need to purchase a ticket through Georgia Aquarium’s website to attend.
Yes, you can purchase multiple tickets. Upon purchase, you will be emailed your tickets. You may distribute your purchased tickets as needed.
Tickets are not refundable. However, tickets are transferable…
YES! Georgia Aquarium is excited to allow everyone who attends to wear their fursuits, partials, tails, and ears throughout the duration of the event!
Yes! We are working with our friends at the aquarium to plan proper cooling and hydration stations for all. We do suggest you bring a refillable water bottle with you if possible as it helps reduce plastic waste that hurts wildlife!
Transportation | Distance | Approx Time |
Walking | 0.5 miles | 15 minutes |
Car | 0.9 miles | 10 minutes |
- Walking to the event is the easiest way to get there from our hotels. The entrance to Centennial Park is only 4 blocks (0.5 miles) away from the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. We will have signs and designated guides at each crosswalk to help guide to the event. We are working with the City of Atlanta to ensure all of our attendees will have safe passage throughout the duration of the event.
- If you plan on driving, parking is not included. Georgia Aquarium parking rates as of 7/1/2024 are $20.00. However these rates are subject to change and we do not guarantee any value. We are providing this information to help you plan your transportation to and from the event.
We are working with local vendors to determine how we can provide this service before, during, and after the event. This is one of our top priorities for this event. We thank you for your patience and understanding as this is a complex addition and we want to ensure the service provided does not impede our attendees from being able to travel both quickly and safely.
Register
Registering for our convention
Thank you for your interest in Furry Weekend Atlanta!
All registrations are handled through MyFWA.com. To attend our convention, you must create a MyFWA.com profile online. With a MyFWA.com account, you can purchase your registration, view your profile, and register for future years as they become available. Attendees can create a MyFWA.com account and pre-register for our convention year-round, including at the convention itself.
Creating a MyFWA.com account and pre-registering for the convention is highly recommended before queuing for the registration line. MyFWA.com is optimized for computer, tablet, and mobile phone use.
Important things to note:
- Attendees under the age of 13 will not be able to create a MyFWA.com account and must register onsite with a parent or guardian present.
- Minor policies are enforced for anyone under the age of 18 by the first day of the convention.
- Please carefully review our Minor Policies below.
Membership Levels and Pricing
Attending membership grants you entry into the convention for its duration of Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and you can take part in all convention activities open to the membership excluding those events specifically for sponsor-level members.
Early Bird registration (expires 2/29/24): $85.00
Pre-reg/At-Door registration: $100.00
Sponsor:
Sponsors are generous people who want to give a little bit extra to Furry Weekend Atlanta. Sponsoring membership grants you entry into the convention for its duration of Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and you can take part in all convention activities open to the membership except events specifically for Silver, Gold, and Platinum sponsor members. Sponsoring members to receive a free Furry Weekend Atlanta T-shirt and ample gratitude from the Furry Weekend Atlanta team!
Early Bird registration (expires 2/29/24): $145.00
Pre-reg/At-Door registration: $160.00
Silver Sponsor:
Silver Sponsors are folks who want to give even more and get a little something back. Silver Sponsors receive everything that Sponsors receive (including a T-shirt), plus priority seating for the Main Events Room, and an extra “Thank You” gift.
Early Bird registration (expires 2/29/24): $235.00
Pre-reg/At-Door registration: $250.00
Gold Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors are truly divine, as they are the generous people who want to give the most they can to Furry Weekend Atlanta. Gold Sponsoring membership grants you entry into the convention for its duration of Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and you take part in all convention activities open to the membership. Gold Sponsor members receive priority seating for the Main Events room, a free Furry Weekend Atlanta T-shirt, and special Gold Sponsor only gifts. Gold Sponsors receive a paid dinner with our Guests of Honor and admission to the Gold Sponsor Lounge. Of course, every Gold Sponsor membership comes with our eternal gratitude!
Registration: $450.00
Platinum Sponsor:
Platinum Sponsors are FWA’s biggest fans and patrons. We’re eternally grateful for their support. As a Platinum Sponsor you will enjoy all of the perks and benefits that our Gold Sponsor tier receives. In addition, Platinum Sponsor members receive an exclusive wristband and a Guaranteed Room reservation as long as their room is booked by January 31st of the convention year purchased!
Registration: $975
Lifetime Membership:
The lifetime membership is for our guests that love FWA so much that they can’t even IMAGINE missing a year! By purchasing a lifetime membership, you will receive an Attending level registration every year that Furry Weekend Atlanta exists!
As a special thank you, for the first year, Lifetime members will enjoy all the perks and benefits as a Gold Sponsor member, and receive an exclusive Lifetime Member gift!
Please review our detailed explanation of the Lifetime Membership below.
Registration: $2200.00
Registration types only available at the door:
Thursday ONLY Membership: $50
Friday ONLY Membership: $75
Saturday ONLY Membership: $90
Sunday ONLY Membership: $75
Children under 10 years old are free with a paid chaperone
Questions
If you have a question not covered, check out our compiled list of Frequently Asked Questions.
If your question is not answered via the FAQs, please email [email protected].
Our Team makes every effort to respond to inquiries as quickly as possible. Please allow 3-5 days for a response.
Early Bird – 85
Standard – 100
Full week-long access!