New Year's Furry Ball (NYFB) is a Mid-Atlantic furry convention that spans the New Year's Eve countdown, organized by "The Furst State" in the Newark/Wilmington, Delaware corridor. The 2026 edition drew 972 attendees and raised $4,595 for West End Neighborhood Housing, following an 884-attendee 2025 run.
Occupying the New Year's slot from December 30, 2025 to January 1, 2026, NYFB is a focused celebration of chosen family built around the midnight countdown.
Known for their structured long-term planning, the organizers locked in the "Mega Mall Shopping Spree" theme for 2026. This nostalgic, colorful 90s aesthetic runs through the programming track, with fursuit photo ops, retro gaming, and sponsor dinners leading up to the midnight ball drop.
NYFB serves as an accessible hub for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland attendees:
The convention operates within the Newark/Wilmington corridor, currently based at a well-suited venue:
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Dec 30 - Jan 1 | Mega Mall Shopping Spree | 972 | $4,594.62(West End Neighborhood Housing) | None Announced |
2025 | Dec 30 - Jan 1 | Under Construction | 884 | $4,512.69(I Am Me Inc.) | Kitt3ns |
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