Heartland Howloween (HHFC) 2026 is scheduled for Oct 9-11, 2026 in Omaha, United States. Guest of honor information lists Dragon Roast. The charity partner is Ponca Tribe of Nebraska (Ponca Youth Fund).
Heartland Howloween is a Halloween-themed furry convention in Omaha, Nebraska, the city's first furry con when it debuted in 2025. It pairs a hotel-con format with a strong party-floor and rave identity, plus a notably local charity.
Heartland Howloween returns October 9-11, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown (1616 Dodge St), moving downtown for its second year. Badge tiers start at $60 and climb to a top sponsor tier, with Dragon Roast announced as Guest of Honor and the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska's Youth Fund as the charity. Watch the official channels for the year's theme.
Heartland Howloween brings a Halloween-season party energy to the Midwest. Beyond the usual dealers and panels, its identity centers on a dedicated party floor and raves, drawing the furry/raver crossover crowd. The convention also stands out for its charity choice, supporting a local Indigenous youth fund rather than the more typical animal shelter. For furries across Nebraska and the surrounding plains, it's a young, fast-growing con with a festive autumn hook.
By air: Omaha's Eppley Airfield (OMA) is a short trip from downtown.
By car: The DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown is on Dodge Street near the historic Old Market, reachable via I-480 and I-80. Check the hotel for parking.
By transit: Downtown Omaha is served by local bus routes; the venue's central location near the Old Market keeps dining and lodging within easy reach.
Curated stays near DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown, Omaha, United States.
The 2026 convention is hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown, so staying at the host hotel puts you right at the programming and party floor. Its downtown location near the Old Market also offers plenty of nearby dining and alternative lodging; book the host hotel early through the convention's official channels.
Heartland Howloween debuted October 10-12, 2025 at the Comfort Inn & Suites Omaha Central (7007 Grover St) as Omaha's first-ever furry convention. The 2026 edition moves downtown to the DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Downtown.
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 9-11 | TBA | TBA | (Ponca Tribe of Nebraska (Ponca Youth Fund)) | Dragon Roast |
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