Melbourne Fur Con (MFC) is an Australian furry convention held at the Novotel Melbourne Preston, accessible via the Mernda railway line from the Melbourne CBD. The 2025 "Old London Town" edition drew 856 attendees, up from a small local meetup origin. The event is all-ages with provisions for younger attendees and supports local wildlife charities.
The convention returns to the Novotel Melbourne Preston from February 20-22, 2026 with a "Tropical Tails" theme.
MFC maintains an all-ages format with oversight for younger attendees, creating a family-friendly environment. Programming includes fursuit events and charity fundraising for organizations such as Kiwi's New Life Bird Rescue.
Melbourne offers good connectivity for both domestic and international travelers:
Booking inside the convention block is recommended for convenience:
The 2025 "Old London Town" edition drew 856 attendees to the Novotel Melbourne Preston. Elking served as Guest of Honor, and the convention's charity partner was Friends of Leadbeater's Possum, supporting conservation efforts for one of Australia's most endangered species.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | Realms Below | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Feb 20-22 | Tropical Tails | TBA | (Kiwi's New Life Bird Rescue) | SunsetScorpion, SNAPPAKAPPA |
2025 | Feb 21-23 | Old London Town | 856 | (Friends of Leadbeater's Possum) | Elking |
2024 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
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