Western PA Furry Weekend (WPAFW)

Western PA Furry Weekend has operated for over 20 years at North Park Lodge near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with approximately 645 attendees. It maintains a 21+ age restriction and uses a lodge-centered format.

A Cozy Regional Retreat

Scheduled for the October 2-4, 2026 weekend, the convention takes advantage of the Pennsylvania autumn.

Operating out of the North Park Lodge in Allison Park, PA, WPAFW skips standard convention features like a large Dealer's Den in favor of a social, charity-focused atmosphere. With attendance around 600, it occupies a mid-sized regional format, large enough for varied programming but small enough that attendees get to know one another. WPAFW operates as a strict 21+ event, providing a relaxed environment for adult socialization.

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.

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.