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Furdance Budapest | |
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Status | Ongoing |
First iteration | September 29, 2018 |
Organizer(s) | Furdance Budapest Team. |
Subject | Furry |
Resources | Photos, videos, reports: Furdance Budapest resources |
Furdance Budapest is a furry convention held in Hungary.
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Overview[edit]
Furdance Budapest's event takes place over two or three days, usually at the end of September. It has previously been held at various venues in Budapest, including Trafik Klub, The Bachelor Bar-Bunker, Kredit Bár, Bara Hotel, Loft Events and the Csokonai Cultural Center.
Unlike other conventions, the ventt does not have a specific themes, guest of honor, nor charities.
History[edit]
Initially a one-night furdance event, over the years, Furdance Budapest has evolved and expanded into a multi-day convention, becoming the largest furcon in Hungary, with its first iteration taking place on September 29, 2018.
Programming[edit]
Furdance Budapest offers a variety of programs for attendees, including the Fursuit Gameshow, performances, art exhibits, and more.
Year | Date | Attn. | Location | Comment |
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1 (2018) | 29 Sep | 70 | Trafik klub, Budapest, Hungary | 1 day event |
2 (2019) | 26 Jan | 95 | The Bachelor Bar - Bunker, Budapest, Hungary | One of Fursang's programs |
3 (2019) | 27-28 Sep | 99 | Kredit Bár, Budapest, Hungary | 2 day event |
4 (2020) | 31 Jan-1 Feb | 129 | Bara Hotel, Budapest, Hungary | Fursang two night programs |
5 (2020) | 25-27 Sep | - | Africafe Kinizsi, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days Convention (Canceled due to COVID) |
5 (2021) | 24-26 Sep | 123 | Loft Events, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days Convention |
6 (2022) | 16-18 Sep | 161 | Csokonai Cultural Center, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days |
7 (2023) | 29 Sep - 1 Oct | 230 | Csokonai Cultural Center, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days |
8 (2024) | 17 Aug - 19 Aug | 240 | Csokonai Cultural Center, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days |
9 (2025) | 26-28 Sep | Csokonai Cultural Center, Budapest, Hungary | 3 days |
Furdance Budapest 1 (2018)
On September 29, 2018, the first Furdance event in Hungary was held. The location was the Trafik club. The event was immediately sold out for the first time.
Furdance Budapest 2 (2019)
On January 26, 2019, Furdance Budapest 2 was a one-night event held in collaboration with Fursang at a unique venue that was the most popular location for Furdance Budapest events until 2022.
Although Furdance Budapest traditionally included a Suitwalk, the event's Suitwalk was organized and held separately by Fursang and was not part of Furdance Budapest 2.
Furdance Budapest 3 (2019)
During the planning of the 3rd Furdance Budapest event, the participants expressed the need for more than one day of programs. The organizers followed the request for a more extensive program and held a warm-up meeting on September 27, 2019, the day before the convention.
On September 28, 2019, the traditional Suitwalk and Furdance event was held.
Furdance Budapest 4 (2020)
On Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2020, Furdance Budapest 4 was held as part of Fursang's program series. The event included a Furdance program over two evenings at Fursang's premises.
Furdance Budapest 5 (2021)
Furdance Budapest 5 was originally scheduled to take place in September 2020, but was canceled due to the COVID -19 outbreak. The event was later postponed to 2021, which was a significant turning point for the event.
On September 24 - 26, 2021, Furdance Budapest 5 programs were offered at the venue for the first time, after the Suit Walk and before the Furdance. These programs included a screening of the award-winning film "Mom's Cat" by Anabella Schnabel, followed by a roundtable discussion with the director.
Furdance Budapest 6 (2022)
On September 16 - 18, 2022, a real multi-day convention was held with stage events such as Fursuit Gameshow, Fursuit Activity and a live concert by Beniwolf. Furdance programs were held at the main venue on both evenings. On the third day, participants could attend programs at other venues, such as a thermal spa or bowling alley.
Furdance Budapest 7 (2023)
On September 29 - oct 1, 2023, a real multi-day convention was held with stage events such as Quiz, Fursuit Activity. Furdance programs were held at the main venue on both evenings. On the third day, participants could attend programs at other venues, such as a lasertag or uv mini golf alley.
Furdance Budapest 8 (2024)
On August 17 - 19, 2024, a now annual multi-day convention was held with amazing stage events such as Quiz, Fursuit Activity, Charity Auction. Furdance programs were held at the main venue on both evenings. On the third day, participants could attend programs at other venues, such as a lasertag or uv mini golf alley.
Furdance Budapest Team Other Events[edit]
Name | Type | Year | Date | Location | Attn. |
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Seasonfurs - Winter | real | 2025 | 11 Jan | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 120 |
Winter Furs | real | 2022 | 15 Jan | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 86 |
2023 | 07 Jan | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 100 | ||
2024 | 06 Jan | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 120 | ||
Summer Furs | real | 2021 | 24 Jul | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 64 |
2022 | 16 Jul | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 71 | ||
2023 | 22 Jul | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 97 | ||
2024 | 13 Jul | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 86 | ||
Hello Budapest! | real | 2020 | 15 Aug | Elizabeth Square, Budapest, Hungary | 47 |
2021 | 04 Sep | Elizabeth Square, Budapest, Hungary | 49 | ||
Furdance Tournament | real | 2021 | 22 May | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 15 |
2022 | 28 May | VR the magic élmény- és rendezvényközpont, Monor, Hungary | 16 | ||
Second Life Party | virtual | 2020 | 11 Jul | Second Life (Astra Furry Klub) | 55 |
2020 | 12 Dec | Second Life (Astra Furry Klub) | |||
VRChat Party | virtual | 2023 | 14 Apr | VRChat (Penumbra) | 143 |
Summer Furs and Winter Furs[edit]
In addition to the annual Furdance Budapest, the team hosts two one-day events called Summer Furs and Winter Furs. These events focus on socializing and relaxation, with activities such as a Suitwalk and a Furdance event. During the day, attendees can take advantage of the two hot tubs, sauna, and bar. These events provide a relaxed atmosphere that allows participants to socialize and unwind.
Seasonfurs[edit]
The former Winter furs and Summer furs events has been expanded with other two seasons: Spring and Autumn. So now the event series has a new name: Season Furs! But all the seasons has their distinct designated name too like Seasonfurs - Winter; Seasonfurs - Spring; Seasonfurs - Summer; Seasonfurs - Autumn. These events focus on socializing and relaxation, with activities such as a Suitwalk and a Furdance event. During the day, attendees can take advantage of the two hot tubs and sauna, as well as a bar. These events provide a relaxed atmosphere that allows participants to socialize and unwind.
Hello Budapest![edit]
It served as an outdoor warm-up event for attendees Prior to the main event. The event was held for the first time in 2020 and for the last time in 2021.
The future of Hello Budapest! is uncertain as the main event, Furdance Budapest, continues to grow. The decision whether the event will be held in the future depends on various factors.
Virtual parties[edit]
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Annual Furdance Budapest event was cancelled in 2020. In response, organisers hosted Virtual parties in Second Life as an alternative for attendees. Due to the success, it is possible that the DJ team will continue to hold virtual parties in Second Life and on other platforms in the future.
External links[edit]
- Furdance Budapest on Facebook
- Furdance Budapest on Telegram (official)
- Furdance Budapest on Telegram (chat)
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