Carolina Furfare (CFF) is the rapidly ascending powerhouse of the American South! Formerly known as Blue Ridge Furfare, the convention rebranded to signal a massive geographical expansion across the Carolinas, settling into its new home at the Hickory Metro Convention Center in Hickory, North Carolina.
Guided by their adorable mascots—Aster the grey squirrel and Petal the Virginia opossum—the convention has seen incredible growth. The rebranding proved massively successful, with attendance quickly pushing past 1,100!
But what truly sets CFF apart is its incredible generosity. The attendee base routinely raises massive funds for charity (over $10,000 in a single year for Rescue Tails), averaging out to a stunning $9 per attendee—an unbelievable metric in the convention space.
For its October 1-4, 2026 iteration, the convention embraces the mysterious "Cryptid Catastrophe" theme! Expect a high-energy, lore-filled weekend that beautifully blends Southern hospitality with the incredibly creative Appalachian cryptid culture.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Oct 1-4 | Cryptid Catastrophe | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2025 | Nov 6-9 | Medieval Mountains | 1,134 | $10,114(Rescue Tails) | None Announced |
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