FurDU (Furry Down Under) is Australia's largest furry convention, established in 2010 and held at the Crowne Plaza in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. It drew 2,086 attendees in 2025 and raised $29,310 for WildLife Empire.
The April 17-19, 2026 iteration carries the "Beyond the Beach" theme, extending the region's aquatic identity. Alongside standard panels, FurDU prioritizes social events and takes advantage of its beachfront location.
Because April is Australian Autumn, the weather is well-suited for outdoor fursuiting. The convention's "Fursuit Walk" sees suiters parade from the hotel into the Surfers Paradise public spaces.
With the Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) providing international and domestic access, FurDU serves as a vacation-destination convention.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Apr 17-19 | Beyond the Beach | TBA | TBA | Astris Fursuits, SavajBunny |
2025 | Apr 4-6 | Gods and Monsters | 2,086 | $29,310(WildLife Empire) | Rick Griffin, Loprov, CoolKoinu |
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