Western PA Furry Weekend (WPAFW)

What Are the Highlights of Western PA Furry Weekend?

• The Lodge Format: A departure from standard hotel conventions, using North Park Lodge as a central social gathering hub.
• Over Twenty Years Running: A long-established fixture of the American regional circuit.
• Strictly 21+: An adults-only environment fostering a relaxed, mature atmosphere.
• Mid-Size Appeal: An attendance around 600 that preserves a close-knit, community-oriented feel.

How Do I Get to Western PA Furry Weekend?

The lodge's position makes it accessible for Northeast and Midwest attendees:

• Driving: WPAFW is well suited for drive-in attendance. The venue sits in a suburban park setting just north of Pittsburgh, and attendees from Ohio, West Virginia, New York, and broader Pennsylvania can reach it without navigating dense downtown grids.
• Flying: Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) is a modern hub. The lodge is in North Park, so attendees landing at PIT will need a rental car or rideshare for the roughly 40-minute drive to the venue.

Where Should I Stay for Western PA Furry Weekend?

The lodging setup is specific to the "lodge-con" format:

• No Attached Hotel: North Park Lodge serves as the convention's social and programming hub but has no attached hotel rooms.
• The Pittsburgh Network: Attendees book at affordable hotels throughout Allison Park and the broader Pittsburgh suburbs. The convention culture involves a daily scenic drive into the park to gather at the lodge.

Past Years

2025: A Walk in the Park with the Wild Things

WPAFW 2025 drew 645 attendees to its scenic lodge-con gathering. The event raised $23,900 for Animal Advocates, celebrating its long-standing outdoor community tradition.

Plan Your Trip

Attending Western PA Furry Weekend? Check out our guides:

• First Convention Survival Guide for first-time attendees
• Convention Budgeting Guide to plan your expenses

Also in North America:

• Anthrocon
• Furrydelphia
• Furpocalypse
• Midwest FurFest