Melbourne Fur Con (MFC)

Melbourne Fur Con (MFC) is an incredibly vibrant, fiercely rapidly growing anchor event for the Australian furry community! Exploding from a small local meetup of just over 100 attendees to a massive convention projecting over 1,000 attendees by 2026, it stands as the absolute premier gathering for Victoria and southeast Australia.

2026: Tropical Tails

MFC is bringing massive beach energy to the city! Taking over the gorgeous Novotel Melbourne Preston from February 20-22, 2026, attendees can expect a brilliantly sunny "Tropical Tails" theme.

The convention prides itself on a fiercely inclusive, all-ages community (with strict oversight for younger attendees), ensuring a welcoming, family-friendly environment. From massive fursuit events to dedicated charity fundraising for incredible organizations like Kiwi's New Life Bird Rescue, MFC focuses deeply on connection, compassion, and staggering creativity.

Getting There

Melbourne offers exceptional connectivity for both domestic and international travelers:

• Flying: Melbourne Airport (MEL - Tullamarine) is the primary gateway. It's approximately a 30-minute drive or rideshare to Preston.
• Airport Transit: You can take the incredibly convenient SkyBus from the airport to Southern Cross Station in the CBD, then easily connect to the Metro Trains.
• By Train: The Mernda railway line connects the Melbourne CBD directly to Preston Station, which is just a short walk from the convention hotel.

Accommodation

Booking inside the convention block creates the absolute best experience for MFC:

• Main Venue (Novotel Melbourne Preston): A fantastic, modern hotel offering premium comfort directly above the convention space. Highly recommended for a flawless, commute-free weekend.
• City Proximity: Because Preston is seamlessly connected to the Melbourne CBD via train, attendees can easily book backup hotels or Airbnbs deeper in the city while still maintaining incredibly fast access to the con space!

Highlights

• The Victorian Anchor: A staggeringly fast-growing event securely anchoring the massive southeast Australian fandom.
• Tropical Tails: A vibrant, sun-drenched theme completely transforming the Novotel for their February 2026 run.
• All-Ages Focus: An explicitly welcoming, highly supportive environment perfectly optimized for new community members.
• Bird Rescue Charity: Incredible philanthropic support for local avian wildlife rehabilitation.