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WIndycon is Chicagoland's longest running Literary Science Fiction Convention. Founded in 1974 and still going strong!

Windycon is Chicagoland’s longest running science fiction convention. Our attendance is usually around 1,200 members. This makes Windycon a more intimate event than the mega conventions. A large aspect of our convention is the time you can spend having great conversations with friends, panelists, and even the Guests. Attendees are generally interested in a broad spectrum of science fiction and fan

tasy topics. This can include, but is not limited to: steampunk, dragons, fairies, robots, anime, zombies, pirates, ninjas, astrophysics, gaming, horror, space operas, urban fantasy, vampires, time travel, and cats. At our core, we are a literary based convention. We have an annual Short Story contest and a Writer's Workshop, where seasoned authors and editors help aspiring writers with their works-in-progress. However, programming covers a wide range of topics from astrophysics, to costuming techniques, to pop culture. The full program book, including a complete list of programming will be uploaded to our web site about 2 weeks before our event. We have an Art Show and Dealer’s Room where you can purchase all sorts of cool geeky items, just in time for the holidays! Being a smaller event, we support and encourage local artisans and crafts-people, so look for a lot of unique items you won’t find at the mega-conventions. Unlike media conventions, or comic conventions, Windycon does not roll up its doors at 6pm. After dinner, the parties start opening their doors. Parties are hosted by other conventions, and social groups, to promote their clubs and events. Three floors of the hotel are set aside for the parties, which compete for various Best Party awards. The party floors become the social hub of the convention, where people go to socialize and show off their hall costumes. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected] or visit our website at http://windycon.org/

06/06/2026

Come check us out at Elgin Pride!

05/27/2026

Hello All! We are still recruiting for this walk! Feel free to message us if you want to join!

05/10/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day, Windycon!

From Earth to the farthest reaches of the galaxy, today we celebrate the moms, mentors, caregivers, and chosen family who help us find our Sanctuary Among the Stars.

Thank you for everything you do. You make our universe brighter. 💖

05/05/2026

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Today we celebrate culture, community, and coming together—values we carry with us into our Sanctuary Among the Stars.

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful celebration!

05/04/2026

✨ May the 4th Be With You! ✨

From a galaxy far, far away to Sanctuary Among the Stars, today we celebrate all things Star Wars!

Whether you're Jedi, Sith, or somewhere in between—may the Force guide your adventures today and always.

05/02/2026

Guest Announcement: Andrew E.C. Gaska!

We’re excited to welcome Andrew E.C. Gaska as a Guest of Honor at Windycon 52!

Andrew is an award-winning writer, book designer, franchise consultant, game developer, and sci-fi author with over twenty years of industry experience. From building rich worlds to crafting unforgettable adventures, his work has left a mark across the sci-fi and gaming communities.

he's worked on amazing things like Role-Playing Game of the Planet of the Apes, Alien Roleplaying Game, Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, Alien, Predator, and POTA expanded universes and so much more!

As we gather for Sanctuary Among the Stars, we’re thrilled to have Andrew join us to share his experience, insight, and passion for storytelling.

Whether you're into TTRPGs, worldbuilding, or just love a great story, you won’t want to miss meeting him!

📅October 9–11, 2026
✨Hyatt Regency O’Hare
🔗Learn more: https://www.windycon.org/guests/andrewgaska

Welcome to the stars, Andrew—we can’t wait to have you!

04/28/2026

Windycon will be making its debut at the Elgin Pride Parade, Saturday June 6th.
We're looking for volunteers to walk the parade and hang out afterwards to help promote Windycon and show support to the LGBTQ+ community. The parade starts at 11am so line-up will start between 9:30-10:00am. We'll be passing out flyers and swag.

The actual festival takes place:

Jun 06, 2026, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Festival Park - Elgin, 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

Please let us know as soon as possible if you're interested in helping with the Elgin Pride Parade!

You can email [email protected] or post in discord to let us know if you'd like volunteer!

04/18/2026

Last Call for Windycon 52 Programming as time is running out!

Submit your panel ideas here:
https://forms.office.com/r/8K8Y3Xu3CP

If you are interested in running gaming content such as RPGs, tournaments, or other events, please email [email protected] directly.

Deadline: April 19 th
Be part of shaping your Sanctuary Among the Stars.

Address

9300 W Bryn Mawr Avenue
Rosemont, IL
60018

Telephone

(847) 973-6161

Website

http://windycon.org/

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