ArmadilloCon

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ArmadilloCon is a science fiction convention held annually in Austin, Texas, USA, since 1979.[1][2] As the second longest running science fiction convention in Texas, it is sponsored by the Fandom Association of Central Texas and is known for its emphasis on literary science fiction.[3] ArmadilloCon was originally held in mid-October during the weekend of the Texas-OU football game, but moved to a late-summer/early-fall weekend in 1998.

StatusActive
GenreScience fiction
VenueAustin Southpark Hotel
LocationsAustin, Texas
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ArmadilloCon
StatusActive
GenreScience fiction
VenueAustin Southpark Hotel
LocationsAustin, Texas
CountryUnited States
Inaugurated1979
Attendance400[1]
Organized byFandom Association of Central Texas
Filing status501(c)(3)
Websitearmadillocon.org
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Traditions of ArmadilloCon

ArmadilloCon generally focuses on literary science-fiction, with guests of honor typically being up-and-coming writers. Unique programming includes a "Fannish Feud" which has been held regularly since ArmadilloCon 4 in 1982, and has been hosted by a variety of people, including Pat Cadigan, Walter Jon Williams, and Professor Griffin. The convention typically includes a large number of readings, and for some years ended with a story reading by Howard Waldrop.

A key element of the convention is the ArmadilloCon Writers' Workshop. The workshop was started in 1998,[4] instigated by Chairs A.T. Campbell III and Lori Wolf. The workshop is held during the day on the Friday of the convention, with a Writers' Track of sessions available during the rest of the weekend.

Past conventions

ArmadilloCon 1 program book

Upcoming conventions

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