MacArthur

Furry History

7:00 PM2hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Bennie

A brief tour of the history of the furry fandom. Or: how we went from a room party to the Guiness Book of World Records.

Solving problems at scale for Furries

12:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Yellow

Whether growing a furry convention or launching a business, we need to design solutions to things that happen tens to hundreds to thousands of times a day. Come over to learn about engineering with scale in mind. No technical knowledge necessary. P.S. If you’re into Factorio or Satisfactory, the concepts I’ll cover will feel familiar.

Ask a Nuclear Operator

1:30 PM1h 30mMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Brimstone

Join a licensed commercial nuclear operator for an interactive Q&A on all things nuclear! We'll use your questions to guide the conversation, covering everything from the basics of nuclear fission and electricity generation to the truth about nuclear accidents and the future of the industry. Get real answers from an expert in a fun, non-technical environment.

A brief introduction to violin making

3:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)Guest of Honor

Hosts:

Tikku

Listen as Tikku, a recent graduate of the Chicago School of Violin Making, describes the process of carving and constructing a violin from start to finish.

Body Building The Computer Way

5:00 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Kydd

So are you VR fur or someone interested making 3d models? If so come join for a bit as a model is made live by the host who will be going over some basics for 3d modeling in one of the most readily available programs (blender). he will be take questions and suggestions from the audience come bring some curve balls so he can learn some new stuff along side you.

How to draw little critters for animation

6:30 PM30mMacArthur

Creative Arts (Art / Drawing / Crafts / Writing)

Hosts:

Al A-G, Chris, jade

Ever wanted to learn how to draw a little guy, well boy do we have the panel for you. Have questions just ask, we'd be happy to answer your questions! We're students at MATC wanting to show off some work and get our animation club up and running.

Art Styles: Where Do I Find One?

7:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

AgatesBenedict, Seanathan

How does one develop an art style? Join me to reflect on my personal art journey dating back 10 years ago to learn how to find your own style inspiration and drawing resources. Discover what kind of art you want to make! (Extra time will be spent teaching digital art tricks)

That's Not How Wings Work! Comparative Anatomy in TF

9:00 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

KaevonWrites

We all agree that birds are better than humans, but how can we turn that useless arm thing into flappy feathered fabulousness?? Join Kaevon to learn all about comparative anatomy as it relates to transformation art. TF is all about shifting shapes and bodies, so learning about similar structures helps us become our best furry selves! Literally!

Iggy's Games For A Midnight Crowd

12:00 AM1hMacArthur

Entertainment / Non-musical Performance / Comedy

Hosts:

Dittman Rat

It's probably midnight, let's play some parlour games Iggy pulled out of their basement for just this occasion.

FurCons 102: What To Do?

10:00 AM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Twin Swords

Guests:

Bonez

Are cons starting to feel a bit same-y? Do you feel like you keep doing the same thing at cons? There's a lot that goes on at furry conventions and around them! Learn a few new ways to explore spending your time at conventions!

Level Up Your Original Music!

11:30 AM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Volt the Mars

If you're interested in writing original music or looking to improve your songwriting, this is the panel for you! Join Volt the Mars in a college lecture-style presentation featuring 7 composition topics to consider that will take your original music (whatever the genre) to the next level! We'll be listening to real-life examples as we learn, and you can share your music afterward in a Q&A.

The Sermon/ Remembering T.C. Polecat

1:00 PM30mMacArthur

Other

Hosts:

John David Fox

A panel to remember the furry bondage artist T.C. Polecat who passed away in the summer of 2025 of cancer.

KPop Cipher!

2:00 PM1hMacArthur

Audience Interactive (Game shows, competitions, etc.)

Hosts:

Anzen

This isn't just any dance party, but it's a dance party with KPop music, and mainly plays the chorus and/or dance break! Whether you're an avid stan, a talented dancer, a casual listener, or none of the above, everyone is welcome to bust it down!

Meditation/chill out

3:30 PM1hMacArthur

Other

Hosts:

Mamu Nebula

Come and take a load off, come turn your brain off in a quiet corner of the con.

Picturebook Read Aloud (CANCELLED)

4:30 PM1hMacArthur

Entertainment / Non-musical Performance / Comedy

Hosts:

Lychee, Via, Kai

Come sit on the floor in a semicircle just like when you were kids to listen to some picturebook read alouds! Books will also be projected on a screen for visibility.

Weasels: The Wacky, Wild Wonders

6:00 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Rain Shinotsu

Would you like to learn about weasels? Come to this panel to hear a host of fun facts and interesting information about these crazy critters!

Grocery Stores I Feel Strongly About: an Unhinged Rambling

7:30 PM1hMacArthur

Entertainment / Non-musical Performance / Comedy

Hosts:

Hobart

Do you go grocery shopping? How often do you think about your experience? Hobart thinks about theirs way too much! Come watch Hobart process his grief of no longer living ten minutes from a Woodman's grocery store, on a Dot's pretzel fueled extravaganza!

Adult Furry Fiction Showcase

9:00 PM1hMacArthur

Creative Arts (Art / Drawing / Crafts / Writing)18+

Hosts:

Shiloh Skye

A panel for furry readers who are looking for something a bit more erotic! Come watch a dog who reads way too many books tell you about the spiciest furry fiction of the year. I’ll give you the resources you need to get your paws on great erotic stories from great furry writers. You might even leave with a free book!

So, You Wanna Sell Smut?

10:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)18+

Hosts:

SpringleDongle

Are you an artist who wants to break into the commission scene with NSFW art? There's a few things you should know! Learn the intricacies of navigating the market of adult artwork with an artist who's been in the trenches full-time for over 5 years.

The Drunken Fissionist (18+)

12:00 AM1h 30mMacArthur

Entertainment / Non-musical Performance / Comedy18+

Hosts:

Brimstone

Guests:

Keera

Join a licensed commercial nuclear operator as they share true stories from their career in the nuclear industry. Audience members will try to "stump the expert" with their toughest questions. Succeed, and the host will take a drink!

Introduction to miniature painting

9:30 AM1hMacArthur

Creative Arts (Art / Drawing / Crafts / Writing)

Hosts:

Winter

Miniature painting is a fun craft of painting miniature models. Whether you’re painting for table top games like D&D or Warhammer, or just find painting miniatures fun; there are always skills to learn. Come and learn the basics of how to get started! We will be going over multiple topics, from knowing the supplies you will need, to the basic skills, and even learning some neat tips and tricks!

They're Studying Furries?!

11:00 AM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

mothpup

Yes! This panel will walk through the who, what, where, and why of the developing academic discipline of furry studies. Discover the answer to questions such as "how gay are furries, exactly?" Discover the theories, research, data, and more conducted by furries for furries.

Step Up to the Plate: Armor

12:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

AgatesBenedict, Seanathan

Learn to design armor for your drawing endeavors. Apply knowledge about function to stylize fantasy armor, and ponder: how can we design armour for our furry friends?

Furries in Tabletop RPGs

2:00 PM2hMacArthur

Hosts:

Arcan the Squirrel

Furries and RPGs have a rather extensive history. Come learn about the history of anthro/furry representation in tabletop RPGs, how they're represented in the recent/current landscape, and how to homebrew them into your Tabletop Games! We'll start creating some homebrew designs of our own!

Short-Form Content Creation 101

4:30 PM1hMacArthur

Educational (Discussion, Presentation)

Hosts:

Mason Crow

Come join TikTok creator Mason Crow for an exciting and informative discussion on the basics (and not-so-basics) of short-form content creation! This panel will focus on the various ways that you can build a dedicated community, monetize your platform, and make videos that genuinely stand out. This panel is designed for any/all levels of experience!