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We've got @aireconuk.bsky.social and @easterconuk.bsky.social coming up, check out our stall if you like books and/or RPGs! #conventions #fiction #games
If they are able to do so and communicate clearly with the Chair and tech then that should be ok. However it is good to be able to let our tech team know.
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Are you excited yet? Just 25 days to go until Iridescence 2026!
If you would like to wear the fabulous Iridescence phoenix at the convention, then now’s the moment to order your merch so it arrives in time.
T‑shirts, hoodies, and more are available here:
stowshirts.com/collections/...
In order to schedule the right amount of time in the programme and make sure we have any presentations in advance for tech support.
DEADLINE REMINDER - Future convention bids:
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted the Chair (chair@eastercon2026.org), you must do so by 10 March.
DEADLINE TOMORROW
Programme Participants complete your responses on PlanZ by 9pm UTC 10th March.
PlanZ may display the error message:
"You are not currently registered for Iridescence. If you believe this to be in error, please contact Programming."
This is a bug. Ignore it. We are working on it.
Future bids:
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted chair@eastercon2026.org, you must do so by 10 March.
We also hope to include an opportunity for future Worldcon bids to introduce themselves and answer questions once the Eastercon business session is finalised.
Book launches:
If you requested a book launch, we are still allocating space for these.
Most are currently placeholders.
We will contact authors and publishers with proposed arrangements in the coming days.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
PlanZ may show an incorrect message saying you are not registered. Please ignore it. We are fixing it.
Full info:
eastercon2026.org/programme
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**Klaxon** Programme Participants: your draft schedule is live!
The draft schedule is now on PlanZ.
You must log in to accept or reject your items. If you do not do this you may lose them.
Deadline is 9pm UTC on Tuesday 10 March.
We've tried to accommodate as many items and people as possible.
Do not miss your chance to get involved!
If you have any questions we are always happy to help at programme@eastercon2026.org
Reminder Session Selection for Programme closes on 25th February - midnight UTC!
You have 2 days left to indicate what you might be interested in doing on the Iridescence Programme.
There have been new items added over the week so do dip in and check.
eastercon2026.org/programme
If you have any questions we are always happy to help at programme@eastercon2026.org
eastercon2026.org/programme
We are adding more items throughout the week so keep checking back to see what is new.
Remember that you need to be a member and use the same email address as your membership.
Item selection closes at 12 pm midnight UTC on 25 February 2026.
Do not miss your chance to get involved!
This is your chance to share your passion, knowledge, and excitement to us celebrate the joy, diversity, and creativity of our fandoms!
Simply visit the programme page on our website for full info on how to log in to PlanZ and pick the items that excite you the most.
Item Selection for the Iridescence Programme is NOW OPEN!
Deadline *midnight* (UTC) on 25th February 2026!
We are delighted to invite you to let us know the programme items you would love to take part in for Iridescence 2026.
Full info can be found on our webpage:
eastercon2026.org/programme
We’ve extended that deadline to the 25th.
We are sorry for the confusion it has caused.
You will need:
• 3 European nominators
• 300 word platform
• A €12 or £10 bond
• Commitment to attend Eurocon 2026 if elected
• Commitment to participate in fund management for next 2 years and write a trip report.
It will be an amazing convention and a wonderful opportunity for a European Fan!
If you were active in fandom before January 2024 and live outside Germany, Bulgaria and Poland, nominations are open until 15 March 2026.
For how to apply and find full fund details go to their webpage: effund.github.io
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EFF 2026 Call for Nominations!
The European Fan Fund is now seeking candidates for the next trip to Metropolcon, Eurocon 2026 in Berlin (2-5 July 2026).
EFF exists to help build stronger links between European SFFH fandoms, especially where fans may have few connections beyond their own country.
The Transatlantic Fan Fund has launched this year's two‑candidate race to send a fan from North America to the Eurocon.
Voting is now open and will continue over Easter. You can vote online or download a printable PDF ballot here:
🔗 taff.org.uk/ballots/taff...
TAFF thrives on your support!
We are also still accepting donations and these make a huge difference.
You can donate when you buy your membership or via this link directly donate.stripe.com/fZu3cucpna4Q...
Details of how to apply can be found here:
eastercon2026.org/bursary-sche...
Iridescence is really grateful to Glasgow 2024 for their generosity in providing funding for the bursary scheme. This is in addition to the donations already generously made by convention members.
The scheme is open for one final round of applications, with a closing date of Friday 20 February.
For nominations or questions (including concerns about finances or finding nominators), contact:
Alison Scott: guffeurope@gmail.com
Kat Clay: katclay@gmail.com
Please spread the word far and wide.
If you know someone who would make a great GUFF delegate, encourage them to take the plunge!
If you wish to stand, you will need:
• Three nominators from the UK/Europe
• Two nominators from Australia/New Zealand
• A platform of up to 100 words
• A £20 or €20 bond (PayPal to guffeurope@gmail.com)
If you were active in fandom before January 2025 and fancy an unforgettable fan trip Down Under (plus helping run the fund afterwards) then get your nominations in ASAP.
The nomination and voting periods are shorter than usual!
KLAXON FOR FANS... GUFF 2026: Call for Nominations!
The Going Under (or Get Up and Over) Fan Fund is looking for candidates to travel from Europe to Australia for Swancon 50, the 2026 Australian National Convention in Perth.
Nominations are open until 18 February 2026.
taff.org.uk/guff.html
A reminder email will be sent to anyone who hasn't replied a few days before. If we don't hear it will be assumed you no longer want a table and it will be offered to someone on the waiting list.
If you haven't had an email and think you should have, check your spam and get in touch to let us know!
Dealers Room & Fan table update.
If you completed the interest form before the 31/12/2025 deadline, you should have received an email from dealers@eastercon2026.org telling you if you have a table or are on the waiting list.
Deadline to reply whether you still want your table is the 01/02/2026.