Furcationland (FCL) is a 501(c)(3) furry convention in Portland, Maine, established in 2021. It grew from 1,210 attendees in 2024 to 1,677 in 2025, raising $11,097 for Short Folks For Hope that year. The convention is held at the Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay.
Held in early spring (April 9-12, 2026) at the Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay, Furcationland offers a family-friendly atmosphere that is more intimate than larger conventions. Guided by their mascot, Scout, the convention focuses on art, literature, and Maine's coastal culture, reflected in 2026's "Harbor Howl" theme. Nepeteaa and Bearic headline the 2026 edition as Guests of Honor.
FCL takes its 501(c)(3) status seriously, consistently partnering with local organizations. In recent years, they raised $11,097 for Short Folks For Hope, demonstrating a commitment to giving back to the state of Maine.
Curated stays near Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay, Portland, United States.
The nearest airport is Portland International Jetport (PWM), located just 3 miles from downtown Portland with nonstop flights from cities including New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. The Amtrak Downeaster runs five daily roundtrips between Boston's North Station and Portland's Transportation Center, taking about 2.5 hours. From the Portland Transportation Center, the venue is a short taxi or rideshare away. Drivers reach Portland via I-95 from the south (Boston is about 2 hours) or from the north.
The convention is held at the Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay, located on Spring Street in Portland's West End, a few blocks from the waterfront. Convention-rate rooms fill quickly given the event's rapid growth. The Holiday Inn serves as the central gathering point. Portland's Old Port district, packed with restaurants, breweries, and lobster shacks, is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Furcationland's second year drew 1,210 attendees to Portland and raised $9,610 for charity, more than doubling the turnout from the convention's surprise 882-person debut.
Historical data and growth track record
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| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Apr 9-12 | Harbor Howl | 1,903 | $10,584.81(Short Folks For Hope) | Nepeteaa, Bearic |
2025 | Apr 10-13 | Fuzzytown Fair | 1,677 | $11,097.81(Short Folks For Hope) | Kilo, Gojii |
2024 | Apr 11-14 | Fireside Tails | 1,210 | $9,610 | None Announced |
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