AnthrOhio - Furry Convention in Columbus

AnthrOhio is the undisputed cornerstone of the Ohio furry community! Operating smoothly in the heart of Columbus, this fantastically warm, highly accessible convention exploded from a tiny 40-person picnic event in 2003 (originally known as Morphicon) into a massive 2,500+ attendee regional powerhouse. It perfectly strikes the balance between a high-energy Midwestern con and a deeply relaxed, highly communal gathering that is perfect for both incredibly seasoned veterans and brand-new attendees.

2026: Rock You Like A Furricane

Scheduled for the fantastic spring weekend of May 22-24, 2026, AnthrOhio is unleashing an absolutely chaotic, high-voltage theme: "Rock You Like A Furricane"!

The programming runs purely on Midwestern hospitality and infectious energy. Expect the convention spaces to be filled with massive rock aesthetics, incredibly fun nightly dances, and a sprawling, highly curated Dealers Den. AnthrOhio maintains a famously robust panel schedule, focusing heavily on creative workshops, fursuit games, and massive interactive community events that keep attendees engaged from dawn until the late-night room parties begin.

Getting There

Columbus serves as a phenomenally convenient transit hub for the entire Midwest:

• Driving: Situated precisely in the center of Ohio, the convention is an incredibly easy, straight-shot road trip from Cleveland, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Pittsburgh, ensuring the parking lot is constantly filled with regional carpools.
• Flying: John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is spectacularly close! Located roughly 10 miles from the downtown grid, attendees jumping off planes can grab highly affordable, very fast taxis or rideshares that drop them at the hotel doors in under 15 minutes.

Accommodation

The convention has completely leveled up its hosting footprint:

• The Main Venue (Hilton Columbus Downtown): Hosting the event directly in the massive, absolutely gorgeous Hilton Columbus Downtown is a massive luxury upgrade. Securing a room directly inside the primary block is essential for the true convention experience, allowing attendees to effortlessly ride the elevators down into the thick of the "Furricane" madness!
• The Downtown Grid: Because the Hilton sits right in the vibrant core of downtown Columbus, walking out the front doors immediately plugs attendees into a phenomenal, highly walkable matrix of amazing local food, nightlife, and highly affordable secondary lodging options for those who miss the initial hotel block.

Highlights

• The Pride of Ohio: A brilliantly executed, 2,500+ attendee convention acting as one of the most welcoming, relaxed events in the Midwest!
• Rock You Like A Furricane: A wildly energetic, hard-rocking aesthetic driving the May 2026 event.
• Flawless Transit: Incredibly easy drive-in logistics supplemented by the incredibly close CMH airport.
• The Hilton Columbus Downtown: Operating out of a massive, beautiful, and highly luxurious primary venue right in the city center.

Attendance History