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ConGregate 2025

ConGregate 11

July 11-13, 2025
Winston-Salem, NC
Downtown Marriott & Embassy Suites


ConGregate 2025

Greg 8 under a palm image

Geek Summer Vacation!

Join us in 2025, as we celebrate with our theme: "Geek Summer Vacation!" 


What is ConGregate?

ConGregate is a completely volunteer run, science fiction convention (conference), held in the Winston-Salem, NC. We host a fair amount of interactive programming, in addition to traditional programming (panel discussions, concerts, costuming, short film festival, and charity events). The interactive nature of our con allows fans an opportunity to interact directly with the guests and other fans. In other words, we offer a lot more than just a large exhibit hall filled with vendors and guests.


SAGA

SAGA has elected to not have an event in 2025; and, additionally, will not be combining with ConGregate moving forward.

With John Hartness' approval, we are working on designing a Professional Development Lecture Series for ConGregate.  More information TBA.


Culture of Care

At ConGregate, we pride ourselves in trying to provide an inclusive environment, and fully support all guests and fans, equally, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, physical appearance, body size, age, religion, or national origin.

We have prepared various policies under our Culture of Care program to assist with this process. Follow the link to see a list of those policies.


Hawaiian Shirt Friday

Each year, Congregate remembers contributors that we have lost from the science fiction and fantasy world. The tradition began in memory of Aaron Allston, who was well known for his love of Hawaiian shirts. We encourage everyone to wear a Hawaiian shirt on Friday, July 11. 


Short Film Festival

We are pleased to announce that our Short Film Festival will return for a 3rd year! 


Location

ConGregate will be at the Downtown Marriott (main con hotel) and the Embassy Suites in downtown Winston-Salem, NC. 

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Planning to come in a few days early or a stay a couple of days later? Here are some things you might find interesting.