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MisCon 34 Announcements:

New (or Not-So-New) Videos on MisCon.org

Posted Monday, May 25:

We just added 33 (that's thirty-three) new videos to the gallery and MisCons Past pages at MisCon.org. There are now videos 9 different MisCons! If your video isn't added, and it is on YouTube, send us a link for review and possible inclusion.

MisCon Photo Gallery

Posted Sunday, May 24:

Did you know you can upload your photos of MisCon memories to the MisCon photo gallery... Categorize it, tag it, label it - and claim it as yours!

An Update from Volunteers

Posted Tuesday, April 14:

Volunteer applications for MisCon 34 to be rolled forward to MisCon 35 in 2021.

MisCon Memberships Rolled Forward

Posted Monday, April 6:

With the cancellation of MisCon 34, all paid memberships will be rolled forward to MisCon 35 in 2021.

Art Applications Rolling to MisCon 35

Posted Monday, April 6:

It is our hope that you will all roll over your registrations to next year and join us for MisCon 35. We're planning to make the MisCon 35 art show better than ever!

Film Submissions Pushed to MisCon 35

Posted Monday, April 6:

Submissions to the MisCon 34 Film Festival will be rolled over to MisCon 35 in 2021 due to the cancellation of MisCon 34.

Wisdom from Dumbledore

Posted Monday, April 6:

Though things may seem dreary and scary, don't forget to look on the bright side of life.

MisCon Cancelled for 2020

Posted Wednesday, April 1:

We've been watching and waiting, trying to do our due diligence, but it's become obvious that we would be irresponsible to try to forge ahead and hold the convention this year.

Games Rescheduled

Posted Wednesday, April 1:

With Miscon being canceled for this year, we in the gaming department have opted to roll game submissions over to next year.

Cthulhu Cash

Posted Wednesday, March 18:

Did you know that you'll earn Cthulhu Cash for every hour you volunteer? You can hoard it like a dragon or Cthulhu Cash can be spent at merchant tables, registration, in the art room, and during the art auction. How much do you plan to earn?

GMs, What Mysteries Does Carnival Hide?

Posted Monday, March 16:

As you walk through the carnival, looking at the sights around you. The aroma of roasting meat and vegetables permeates the air around you. You see smiling vendors and game masters but their smiles seem off. Looking around you see a flash of something dark behind the tents but as you look again its gone.. GMs what mysteries does the carnival hide? What secrets lay behind the smiles? Only you know and its up to you to submit your games before the cut off date of May 1st!!

9 Weeks Until MisCon!

Posted Wednesday, March 11:

9 weeks until MisCon 34: The Carnival of Wonders takes the stage! Do you have your cosplay(s) picked out? Don't forget to sign up to volunteer and represent the convention as your favorite characters!

Corona Virus Update

Posted Wednesday, March 11:

As of March 11, we're not canceling MisCon. We're following the spread of the coronavirus, and know people are wondering how it will affect the convention. The truth is, we don't yet know, but we're going to pay close attention to what the virus does and will react as best we can in the coming weeks.

Birthday Fun

Posted Wednesday, March 4:

Anyone else celebrating a birthday this week? Or during MisCon 34? Sign up to be a volunteer and you might just get something a little extra for working on your birthday!

GMs, What Games do You Have?

Posted Wednesday, March 4:

The sound of music, laughter, and merriment fill the air around you!! There seems to be an undertone of something hidden, something secret around you but you soon forget about it as the game in front of you catches your eye and the Game Master promises you riches and prizes if you can beat him at his own game!! GM's What games do you have for our fine players to try their hands at??? Submit them now before the cut off date of May 1st!!!

Submit Your Games Before the Cutoff

Posted Thursday, February 27:

"A spin of the wheel, the clacking of dice, the sound of darts flying through the air. These things and more await you at the Carnival of Wonders!!! Come on down, join us. Win a prize" The man standing in front of you in colorful clothing seems excited to see you however his eyes betray that he is hiding something... GMs what is he hiding, will your players find out? Submit your games now before the cut off date of May 1st to insure your table is reserved!!!

Tax Returns

Posted Wednesday, February 26:

For you eager beavers who have already done your taxes, don't forget to register for MisCon 34. Fill out a volunteer application while you're at it so you can get the most bang for your buck and earn some Cthulhu Cash!

Greetings to All Adventurers!

Posted Saturday, February 15:

Greetings to all adventurers, a mysterious carnival is coming to town, The great city of Missoula calls for your aid to insure the safety of the city by insuring no carnival activity spills over into the city that would cause harm to either the carnival attendees or the city. GM's game submissions are open for you to put these fine adventurers to the test!!!

Gaming Is Taking Submissions for Games!

Posted Saturday, February 1:

Gaming is now taking submissions to run games at Miscon 34!!! When designing your games for this year please keep in mind the Carnival of Wonders theme, will your players investigate mysterious disappearances, play carnival games, beat the shady dealers, and walk away with the prize? Or will they get lost forever in the carnivals mysterious allure?

Final Hours

Posted Friday, January 31:

Last day to submit a merchant application!

Final Days for Merchant Applications

Posted Wednesday, January 29:

Just a few more days left to submit your application to be a merchant at MisCon.

Gaming Applications Now Open!

Posted Wednesday, January 15:

We are now taking applications to GM at Miscon 34!!!

Winter Game Day 2020

Posted Wednesday, January 8:

Winter Game Day is coming soon! January 25th, 3rd floor of the University Center at the University of Montana.

Lolita Tea

Posted Saturday, November 16:

Don't forget to get fashionable and elegant tomorrow for the annual Missouia Lolita Tea! Taking place at MCT it will include stylish tea, biscuits, and other such delights. If you have the perfect recipe for or know somewhere to get sweet treats please feel free to bring them as well! We look forward holding our pinkies out over a delicious cuppa with you!

Event starts: 12:00AM Nov 17, 2019

Lolita Tea

Posted Friday, November 8:

Dare to be fashionable and elegant November 17th the annual Missouia Lolita Tea! Taking place at MCT it will include stylish tea, biscuits, and other such delights. If you have the perfect recipe for or know somewhere to get sweet treats please feel free to bring them as well! We look forward holding our pinkies out over a delicious cuppa with you!

Event starts: 12:00AM Nov 17, 2019

Panel Ideas Wanted

Posted Wednesday, November 6:

Got panel ideas? Let us know what you'd like to see at MisCon in 2020.

Event starts: 5:00PM Nov 7, 2019

Fall Game Day

Posted Friday, November 1:

Who's excited for MisCon Fall Game Day tomorrow?

Event starts: 10:00AM Nov 2, 2019

Fall Game Day

Posted Saturday, October 26:

MisCon Fall Game Day is almost here - just one more week!

Event starts: 10:00AM Nov 2, 2019

Fall Game Day

Posted Saturday, October 19:

MisCon Fall Game Day is just two weeks away!

Event starts: 10:00AM Nov 2, 2019

MisCon Halloween Costume Contest

Posted Thursday, October 17:

The 2nd annual MisCon Halloween Costume Contest will be starting soon!

Pumpkin Run in Missoula

Posted Sunday, October 13:

Looking for a fun activity for the whole family? Come join in on the fun at the 24th annual Pumpkin Run!

Register Now!

Posted Saturday, October 5:

Want to meet a Guest of Honor (or a few)?

Fall Game Day

Posted Wednesday, October 2:

MisCon Fall Game Day is only one month away!

September Tea tomorrow 9/28

Posted Friday, September 27:

Come join Zootown Tea at Caras Park for the last tea of the season!

Happy National Comic Book Day

Posted Wednesday, September 25:

Hey folks, National Comic Book Day is today!!!

MisCon Divas!

Posted Saturday, September 21:

Check out our MisCon Divas representing this morning at the Diva Day Race!

International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Posted Thursday, September 19:

Ahoy there, matey's! It be International Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Attention Merchants!

Posted Thursday, September 19:

Great news! We are now accepting merchant applications for MisCon 34: Carnival of Wonders (2020) - head to our merchants page to learn more.

Sunday Streets tomorrow 9/15

Posted Saturday, September 14:

Ever wonder what what it'd be like to work out on Higgins Avenue? Check out Sunday Streets for more information about fitness classes and concerts on the bridge!

Montana Book Festival

Posted Thursday, September 12:

Check out the Montana Book Festival happening this weekend around Missoula.

Fall Game Day - update!

Posted Thursday, September 5:

Game day will be from 10a-10p upstairs in the University Center rooms 330, 331, and 332.

Event starts: 12:00AM Nov 2, 2019

Fall Game Day - update!

Posted Thursday, September 5:

Game day will be from 10a-10p upstairs in the University Center rooms 330, 331, and 332.

Event starts: 12:00AM Nov 2, 2019

Fall Game Day

Posted Friday, August 30:

Mark your calendars, MisCon Game Day is coming!
We'll be at the UC on November 2nd - more details coming soon.

Now that you've registered...

Posted Monday, August 26:

...follow the link to make your hotel reservation or call 406-721-8550 and let them know you are a MisCon Attendee using booking code KM2.

Time to Register

Posted Friday, August 23:

Register now before the price increases!
You'll also get access to early badge pickup, the plastic souvenir badges, and the full color collectible schedule!

Zootown Tea

Posted Friday, August 16:

Don't forget, the August Cosplay Tea is tomorrow at Montana RailLink Park!

Thank you Fun Trade!

Posted Tuesday, August 13:

A big thanks for your support of MisCon!

Thank you Fun Trade!

Posted Tuesday, August 13:

A big thanks for your support of MisCon!

Art Show Now Taking Applications

Posted Saturday, August 3:

We are now taking applications for our MisCon 34 Art Show!

Montana Melee IX

Posted Friday, July 26:

Montana Melee IX is this weekend at Westside Lanes

OokiiSoraCon this weekend

Posted Saturday, July 20:

Helena's gaming, anime, and entertainment convention is going on now!

2019 Montana Folk Festival

Posted Sunday, July 14:

Today's the last day of the 2019 Folk Festival.

Zootown Tea

Posted Saturday, July 13:

Did you know Missoula has a Cosplay Tea Party every month during the summer?

Event starts: 12:00PM Jul 13, 2019

Happy Fourth of July!

Posted Thursday, July 4:

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day. Hope to see you all at MisCon 34 next year!

Room Block Officially Open

Posted Monday, July 1:

Reservations for MisCon 34 (2020) can now be made onine.

Jim Butcher Returning to MisCon!

Posted Saturday, June 1:

Jim Butcher is returning to MisCon alongside MisCon 34 Author GoH Charlaine Harris! He's going to be our "Super" GoH because he makes himself available to his horde of rabid fans and makes MisCon so much better just by joining us. This will be his third MisCon appearance!

Congratulations Dan!