AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the AWU 2026 feedback survey! We greatly appreciate your feedback and suggestions, this information will help us continue to improve each year. We've also performed the drawing for the Amazon gift cards, and winners have been notified via email!

The #AWU2026 Closing Ceremonies are now live on our Youtube channel! Watch, enjoy, and find out what happens next! youtu.be/CVfNOwJdmFQ

The #AWU2026 dance competition was unforgettable! All the performances are now live on our Youtube channel: youtu.be/MCYaQchK_ZY

It's time to watch the #AWU2026 Fursuit Parade again! Now live on our Youtube Channel: youtu.be/voOTsInEcd4

Did you miss out on the #AWU2026 Opening Ceremonies? Check them out now on our Youtube channel! youtu.be/016fBw9KO08

[20260802-231500 HQ] * END OF TRANSMISSION * Thanks all for an amazing year! Over $35,000 raised for charity, 2884 attendees, and tons of amazing memories. 2026 has been a blast! Join us for AWU 2027: Anomalous Weird Unexplainables, July 30th-August 1st!

[20260730-173512 HQ] * IT IS TIME * Regular check-in starts at 6pm! Get ready! We have panels and Alpha merch pickup until 9pm, and then DJs! Come get the party started!

[20260730-000000-HQ] * MERCH * Special midnight reveal of our merch! Kinda! Zoomed in close so no actual spoilers. We are excited to see you all soon! #AWU2026

[20260728-173745-HQ] * SNEAK PREVIEW * THE CON APPROACHES! Here's a mini preview of something we've been cooking up for opening ceremonies! Art: AlexxAirbot Animatic: PocketCollie Voice: Ziggy Energy blast: Sean Chiplock

[20260728-113105-HQ] * FOOD * Our team has been working with some local restaurants for food discounts! See the flyer for details!

[20260727-165800-PARKS] * WELCOME TO LAGOON * For those going Lagoon this Thursday, tickets can be picked up from 9:30-11am at the entrance! Please bring a valid ID. The Birch Pavilion is reserved for your use, with water and soda being provided by the park at noon. Check your emails for more info!

[20260727-104408-HQ] * WEATHER ADVISORY * Rangers, this weekend is going to be HOT! A heat dome is forecast, with temperatures ~104 degrees. Make sure to drink plenty water and take other cooling measures. Stay safe!

[20260721-203156-HQ] * KAIJU SHUFFLE * There's still time to shine in the #AWU2026 Fursuit Dance Competition! Hop on stage and show us your moves! Signups on MyAWU will close after July 24th.

[20260721-160000-HQ] * PREPARE TO ENGAGE * Pilots, HQ has released the schedule of events for #AWU2026! Peruse and plan your attendance at your leisure. Alpha rangers, you may now begin seat reservations on MyAWU! awu.app/schedule

[20260720-120858-HQ] * THE COUNTDOWN CLOCK * Rangers, are you ready? Only 10 days left before the fun begins! Use the Checkin Wizard on MyAWU to make sure your entry to HQ is smooth and quick! In addition, final preparations are being made to our schedule, which will be posted shortly!

[20260715-110934-CHARITY] * PLACE YOUR BIDS * HQ is now accepting donations for the charity auction! If you have any new or collectible items you’d like to donate toward the auction to help rescued animals, you may submit them on MyAWU. On behalf of our charity, thank you for your support!

[20260714-122312-CHARITY] * CASINO NIGHT INCOMING * Saturday, August 1st is our annual casino night, and spots are running out! Sign up, help out our charity, and you could win some cool prizes like those shown above! Check out anthroweekendutah.org/casino for more details.

[20260710-122204-PANELS] * APPLICATION CLOSING * If you still wish to submit for a panel or meetup at #AWU2026, do it soon! Panel applications will close after Saturday, July 11th. The schedule is filling up! PANELIST, if your panel was approved, keep an eye on emails this weekend for the schedule!

[20260709-120029-REGISTRATION] * BADGER BADGER BADGER * Attention all rangers and mech pilots! Access badges are now being deployed! If you selected to have your badge mailed to you, keep an eye on your mailbox in the next week or so! #AWU2026

[20260526-133414-HQ] * VOLUNTEERS WANTED * HQ is still looking for more volunteers to help out this year! Spend a little time making a fun weekend for others, and earn things like extra swag or points towards free reg at a future AWU! Sign up at myawu.org. #AWU2026

[20260514-130404-DANCE] * DO THE ROBOT * It's time to show off your dance moves! The #AWU2026 Fursuit Dance Competition is now open for sign-ups! Grab your mech suit and pop, lock, and strut your way to the prize! Sign up today on MyAWU myawu.org

[20260512-113435-REGISTRATION] * UPPER TIER DEADLINE * Attention mech pilots! Upper-tier (Ultimate) registration will be closing after May 22nd and will no longer be available! Grab your pass or upgrade before then to claim your gear and perks! myawu.org/register #AWU2026

[20260504-115704-QUARTERS] * HOTEL LINKS * Hello attendees, thanks for your patience! Hotel booking links are now available on our website at anthroweekendutah.org/hotel! We are working with our hotel partners to expand the con blocks.

[20260420.120205-HQ] * MEET THE GOHS * That wraps up our Guest of Honor announcements for #AWU2026! Learn more about Sean and Neo at anthroweekendutah.org/goh

[20260417-120000-ARCHIVES] *PIRATES DETECTED* Wait a sec- Pirates? Hey you landlubbers! It's finally here- the AWU 2025 Dance Competition video! Go check it out at youtu.be/GBGCj0FqBV0. Thanks once again to Chronowolf for providing the footage!

[20260416-120011-AV] *SIRENS BLARING* Recruits! Application deadlines to perform as a DJ or for LollapAWUza are on the horizon! Get those applications in before its too late! Applications close tomorrow after 11:59 MDT

[20260410-104737-AV] * SCANNING FOR BEATS * We're still looking for amazing DJ and performing talent for this year's dances and LollapAWUza music festival! Get those submissions in to HQ by April 17th! Applications can be found on myawu.org.

[20260708.161000-HQ] * A NEW GOH APPROACHES * It's time to reveal our first Guest of Honor for #AWU2026! Please welcome voice actor Sean Chiplock! Sean has used his talents to bring many, many well-loved characters to life such as Revali, Kinger, Bubsy, and many more. Come and meet him this July!

[20260401.135701-HQ] * REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS * Running a convention smoothly is no joke! HQ is still in need of volunteers to assist in our kaiju battle! As a reminder, volunteering will earn you rewards, such as free registration at a future AWU! Check out the details on myawu.org. #AWU2026

[20260325-130642-QUARTERS] * DON'T HIT SNOOZE * The Alpha/Dealer hotel lottery will be closing after Friday, 3/27. Submit your preferences before 11:59pm MDT! Announcements will be made once the lottery has been run, and the results will be posted to your MyAWU accounts.

[20260320-190026-QUARTERS] * BREAK TIME * Attention Alpha pilots and Dealers, the #AWU2026 Alpha/Dealer hotel lottery is now open! Remember, you have one week to submit your room preferences, so no need to rush. Check out the details in your MyAWU account: myawu.org/hotel