Schedule

Welcome to the convention.  We will present the First Fandom and Big Heart awards, as well as remarks from the Chair.

Opening Ceremonies with ASL

The Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra is a nonprofit community orchestra whose mission is to share video game music by putting on affordable, accessible concerts in the D.C. area. Founded in 2012, the ensemble has grown to more than 100 members between the orchestra and choir. Join them for an evening of music from some of your favorite video games.

The Worldcon Masquerade is a time-honored tradition going all the way back to 1940, offering costumers and cosplayers the chance to showcase the most amazing costumes in fandom. Come and see some of the best costumes from around the world on our stage.

Masquerade with ASL.

Are you a generous and discerning convention attendee who’d like to support fannish travel funds such as TAFF (the Trans-Atlantic Fan Fund) and GUFF (the Going Under/Get Up-and-over Fan Fund) as they strengthen connections across SF fandom by exchanging delegates between continents? Come to the Fan Funds Auction and exchange your cash for quality merchandise and unique items!

Can’t get into the main auditorium? Watch the Hugo Awards with us!

Can’t get into the main auditorium? Watch the Hugo Awards with us!

The Hugo Awards are science fiction’s most prestigious awards. We gather together for the most prestigious ceremony in science fiction to discover the winners of the 2021 Hugo Awards.

Hugo Awards Ceremony with ASL

Closing Ceremonies

Closing Ceremonies with ASL