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.
Curated stays near Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, Australia.
Two airports serve the Gold Coast region. Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is about 25 km south in Coolangatta, with direct domestic flights from most Australian capitals plus some international routes from New Zealand and Asia. From OOL, take the 777 bus to Surfers Paradise (about 45 minutes, budget-friendly) or grab a taxi (around $50 to $65 AUD, fixed rate to Surfers Paradise).
Brisbane Airport (BNE) offers a wider range of international and domestic connections. From BNE, take the Airtrain to Brisbane Central, then transfer to the Gold Coast line via Helensvale, where the G:Link tram connects to Surfers Paradise. Shuttle buses also run direct from BNE to the Gold Coast (roughly 90 minutes).
Once at Surfers Paradise, the G:Link light rail has a stop at Florida Gardens directly in front of the Crowne Plaza, making it easy to move along the coastal strip without a car.
The convention is held at the Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, located on Ferny Avenue in the heart of the Gold Coast's main tourist strip. The beachfront hotel provides direct beach access and is walking distance to shops, restaurants, and Cavill Avenue nightlife. Room rates vary seasonally; check the FurDU website for any negotiated convention rates. Additional accommodation options are plentiful along the Surfers Paradise strip, with budget hostels, apartments, and hotels all within walking distance of the venue.
FurDU 2025 reached 2,086 attendees and raised an impressive $29,310 for WildLife Empire. The convention featured guests of honor Rick Griffin, Loprov, and CoolKoinu under the "Gods and Monsters" theme, held April 4-6 at the Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise.
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 17-19 | Beyond the Beach | TBA | (WildLife Empire) | Astris Fursuits, SavajBunny |
2025 | Apr 4-6 | Gods and Monsters | 2,086 | $29,310(WildLife Empire) | Rick Griffin, Loprov, CoolKoinu |
2024 | TBA | TBA | 1,421 | TBA | None Announced |
2023 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2022 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
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