Fur-the-More (FtM) is a Mid-Atlantic furry convention that launched in 2013 near Baltimore and later toured Virginia venues. It drew 1,745 attendees in 2025 and raised $26,000 for The Frederick Center. The 2026 edition returns to downtown Baltimore at the Lord Baltimore Hotel.
Scheduled for March 27-29, 2026, the convention's "Homecoming" theme marks its return to Maryland. The event takes over the historic Lord Baltimore Hotel in downtown Baltimore, reuniting the Mid-Atlantic furry community.
Reflecting the educated demographic of the DC/Maryland/Virginia corridor, Fur-the-More offers STEM-focused programming. Alongside dances and charity drives ($26,000 for The Frederick Center from 1,745 attendees in 2025), the convention features STEM panels, educational seminars, and themed escape rooms.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Mar 27-29 | Homecoming | TBA | TBA | JenKiwi |
2025 | Mar 7-9 | Beach Vacation | 1,745 | $26,000(The Frederick Center) | Golden Druid |
2024 | Mar 1-3 | TBA | 1,572 | TBA | None Announced |
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