Iridescence - The 2026 Eastercon
@easterconuk.bsky.social
Iridescence 2026 is the UK's next Eastercon, the UK's longest running sci-fi convention. At the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, 3-6 April 2026.
https://eastercon2026.org/
https://eastercon2026.org/
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Eastercon is the UK's annual science fiction convention for book lovers & writers
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
Iridescence, 2026's Eastercon will be at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, 3-6 April 2026. Tickets on sale now
Guests of Honour include @rjbarker.bsky.social @emmanewman.bsky.social & @drkarenlord.bsky.social
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A question at @easterconuk.bsky.social had @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social pondering why neurodivergent creatives seek out other neurodivergent creatives: It’s all about acceptance.
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April 19, 2026 at 3:32 PM
A question at @easterconuk.bsky.social had @davidgreenwriter.bsky.social pondering why neurodivergent creatives seek out other neurodivergent creatives: It’s all about acceptance.
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So long and thanks to all the fans...thank you for being part of something so special.
Anyone who’s ever helped run an Eastercon knows this isn’t “just an event”. Eastercon is the beating heart of our community.
Anyone who’s ever helped run an Eastercon knows this isn’t “just an event”. Eastercon is the beating heart of our community.
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April 30, 2026 at 1:43 PM
So long and thanks to all the fans...thank you for being part of something so special.
Anyone who’s ever helped run an Eastercon knows this isn’t “just an event”. Eastercon is the beating heart of our community.
Anyone who’s ever helped run an Eastercon knows this isn’t “just an event”. Eastercon is the beating heart of our community.
Remember everyone the Art Show closes at 4 today so if you want to have a wander and pick up some of the amazing art then do it soon!
April 5, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Remember everyone the Art Show closes at 4 today so if you want to have a wander and pick up some of the amazing art then do it soon!
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For @easterconuk.bsky.social attendees who want to buy @drkarenlord.bsky.social, @older.bsky.social, and @annaleen.bsky.social's anthology We Will Rise Again, especially after the excellent panel earlier, @portalbookshop.bsky.social have you covered!
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The Portal Bookshop
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April 4, 2026 at 8:43 PM
For @easterconuk.bsky.social attendees who want to buy @drkarenlord.bsky.social, @older.bsky.social, and @annaleen.bsky.social's anthology We Will Rise Again, especially after the excellent panel earlier, @portalbookshop.bsky.social have you covered!
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The opening ceremony is over, the panels have started, streams are steaming, the dealers are dealing, the art show is showing, the games are playing….
Are we quackers or are our the ducks they are finally, finally, in a row?
Are we quackers or are our the ducks they are finally, finally, in a row?
April 3, 2026 at 2:47 PM
The opening ceremony is over, the panels have started, streams are steaming, the dealers are dealing, the art show is showing, the games are playing….
Are we quackers or are our the ducks they are finally, finally, in a row?
Are we quackers or are our the ducks they are finally, finally, in a row?
FANS BRING YOUR FANS!
Wonderful Eastercon Fans we cannot wait to welcome you here.
We have been made aware by the hotel that the air conditioning is currently not working in a couple of programme rooms.
Wonderful Eastercon Fans we cannot wait to welcome you here.
We have been made aware by the hotel that the air conditioning is currently not working in a couple of programme rooms.
April 2, 2026 at 5:44 PM
FANS BRING YOUR FANS!
Wonderful Eastercon Fans we cannot wait to welcome you here.
We have been made aware by the hotel that the air conditioning is currently not working in a couple of programme rooms.
Wonderful Eastercon Fans we cannot wait to welcome you here.
We have been made aware by the hotel that the air conditioning is currently not working in a couple of programme rooms.
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First blog post in months is up! Contains news, my schedule for @easterconuk.bsky.social and some previews of the art that I'll be exhibiting in the art show. enewman.co.uk/the-roots-ar... Boosts would be gratefully received x
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Hello my lovelies,
How the devil are you? It’s been a while, hasn’t it?
As I am typing this, the neighbours across the way from me are having the huge Leylandii trees in their back garden trimmed b...
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March 30, 2026 at 3:43 PM
First blog post in months is up! Contains news, my schedule for @easterconuk.bsky.social and some previews of the art that I'll be exhibiting in the art show. enewman.co.uk/the-roots-ar... Boosts would be gratefully received x
In Memoriam:
At the opening ceremony we will be taking a moment to remember members of our community, and adjacent to it, who have died since the last Eastercon.
If you’d like a name included you can submit a name via the form in the members portal.
At the opening ceremony we will be taking a moment to remember members of our community, and adjacent to it, who have died since the last Eastercon.
If you’d like a name included you can submit a name via the form in the members portal.
March 29, 2026 at 11:44 AM
In Memoriam:
At the opening ceremony we will be taking a moment to remember members of our community, and adjacent to it, who have died since the last Eastercon.
If you’d like a name included you can submit a name via the form in the members portal.
At the opening ceremony we will be taking a moment to remember members of our community, and adjacent to it, who have died since the last Eastercon.
If you’d like a name included you can submit a name via the form in the members portal.
We are incredibly grateful to the support from @laworldcon.bsky.social to enable us to share the convention with as many members as possible!
They will also have a robust virtual programme so do go check them out!
They will also have a robust virtual programme so do go check them out!
LAcon V is excited to announce that we are providing sponsorship for Iridescence, this year's @easterconuk.bsky.social! Eastercon is the UK’s annual national convention for sci-fi & fantasy, bringing together fans, creators, & industry professionals for a long weekend of ideas, stories, & community.
March 27, 2026 at 12:18 PM
We are incredibly grateful to the support from @laworldcon.bsky.social to enable us to share the convention with as many members as possible!
They will also have a robust virtual programme so do go check them out!
They will also have a robust virtual programme so do go check them out!
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LAcon V is excited to announce that we are providing sponsorship for Iridescence, this year's @easterconuk.bsky.social! Eastercon is the UK’s annual national convention for sci-fi & fantasy, bringing together fans, creators, & industry professionals for a long weekend of ideas, stories, & community.
March 27, 2026 at 12:09 AM
LAcon V is excited to announce that we are providing sponsorship for Iridescence, this year's @easterconuk.bsky.social! Eastercon is the UK’s annual national convention for sci-fi & fantasy, bringing together fans, creators, & industry professionals for a long weekend of ideas, stories, & community.
**Vote in the Doc Weir Award**
Let’s celebrate the people who make fandom happen.
What is the Doc Weir Award?
The Doc Weir Award is a reminder that this behind‑the‑scenes work is seen. That fellow fans notice, appreciate, and value what you give to the community.
Let’s celebrate the people who make fandom happen.
What is the Doc Weir Award?
The Doc Weir Award is a reminder that this behind‑the‑scenes work is seen. That fellow fans notice, appreciate, and value what you give to the community.
March 27, 2026 at 12:17 PM
**Vote in the Doc Weir Award**
Let’s celebrate the people who make fandom happen.
What is the Doc Weir Award?
The Doc Weir Award is a reminder that this behind‑the‑scenes work is seen. That fellow fans notice, appreciate, and value what you give to the community.
Let’s celebrate the people who make fandom happen.
What is the Doc Weir Award?
The Doc Weir Award is a reminder that this behind‑the‑scenes work is seen. That fellow fans notice, appreciate, and value what you give to the community.
***READ ME TIME***
It's the final countdown ....
11 days to go and we are really excited and exceptionally busy as the final pieces fall into place.
We’re delighted to share that Progress Report 3 is now live on our website!
eastercon2026.org/progress-rep...
It's the final countdown ....
11 days to go and we are really excited and exceptionally busy as the final pieces fall into place.
We’re delighted to share that Progress Report 3 is now live on our website!
eastercon2026.org/progress-rep...
Progress reports | Iridescence
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March 23, 2026 at 4:53 PM
***READ ME TIME***
It's the final countdown ....
11 days to go and we are really excited and exceptionally busy as the final pieces fall into place.
We’re delighted to share that Progress Report 3 is now live on our website!
eastercon2026.org/progress-rep...
It's the final countdown ....
11 days to go and we are really excited and exceptionally busy as the final pieces fall into place.
We’re delighted to share that Progress Report 3 is now live on our website!
eastercon2026.org/progress-rep...
**KLAXON**
We just keep the good times coming for you.
With only 14 days until the convention kicks off we are really getting excited to welcome you and so we want to do it early, so we are delighted to tell announce that our members portal and Discord server are now live.
We just keep the good times coming for you.
With only 14 days until the convention kicks off we are really getting excited to welcome you and so we want to do it early, so we are delighted to tell announce that our members portal and Discord server are now live.
Iridescence - The 2026 Eastercon Member Portal
The Member Portal for Iridescence - The 2026 Eastercon.
portal.eastercon2026.org
March 20, 2026 at 12:35 PM
**KLAXON**
We just keep the good times coming for you.
With only 14 days until the convention kicks off we are really getting excited to welcome you and so we want to do it early, so we are delighted to tell announce that our members portal and Discord server are now live.
We just keep the good times coming for you.
With only 14 days until the convention kicks off we are really getting excited to welcome you and so we want to do it early, so we are delighted to tell announce that our members portal and Discord server are now live.
The moment we've waiting for is here - programme is live!
The Programme team have been working incredibly hard to bring you this wonderful celebration of our fandoms. It is utterly brimming with delights to keep you chatting and thinking long after the convention is over.
guide.eastercon2026.org
The Programme team have been working incredibly hard to bring you this wonderful celebration of our fandoms. It is utterly brimming with delights to keep you chatting and thinking long after the convention is over.
guide.eastercon2026.org
ConClár Program Guide
Glasgow 2024 Programme Guide
guide.eastercon2026.org
March 19, 2026 at 10:09 PM
The moment we've waiting for is here - programme is live!
The Programme team have been working incredibly hard to bring you this wonderful celebration of our fandoms. It is utterly brimming with delights to keep you chatting and thinking long after the convention is over.
guide.eastercon2026.org
The Programme team have been working incredibly hard to bring you this wonderful celebration of our fandoms. It is utterly brimming with delights to keep you chatting and thinking long after the convention is over.
guide.eastercon2026.org
We are experts in building the mood here at Iridescence.
Are you excited yet?
It is nearly time.... the Iridescence Programme will winging its way to you today!
Keep an eye on your inboxes and these socials.
Are you excited yet?
It is nearly time.... the Iridescence Programme will winging its way to you today!
Keep an eye on your inboxes and these socials.
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March 19, 2026 at 11:35 AM
We are experts in building the mood here at Iridescence.
Are you excited yet?
It is nearly time.... the Iridescence Programme will winging its way to you today!
Keep an eye on your inboxes and these socials.
Are you excited yet?
It is nearly time.... the Iridescence Programme will winging its way to you today!
Keep an eye on your inboxes and these socials.
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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
March 9, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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
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/...
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/...
March 9, 2026 at 7:55 PM
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/...
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/...
DEADLINE REMINDER - Future convention bids:
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted the Chair ([email protected]), you must do so by 10 March.
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted the Chair ([email protected]), you must do so by 10 March.
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March 9, 2026 at 4:50 PM
DEADLINE REMINDER - Future convention bids:
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted the Chair ([email protected]), you must do so by 10 March.
If you are planning a bid for a future Eastercon and have not contacted the Chair ([email protected]), 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.
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.
March 9, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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.
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.
**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.
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.
March 7, 2026 at 2:46 PM
**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.
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.
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
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
Programme at Iridescence | Iridescence
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February 23, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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
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
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
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
Programme at Iridescence | Iridescence
eastercon2026.org
February 17, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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
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
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 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.
February 13, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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 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!
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!
2026 TAFF BALLOT: North America to Europe
taff.org.uk
February 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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!
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!
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.
The scheme is open for one final round of applications, with a closing date of Friday 20 February.
February 10, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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.
The scheme is open for one final round of applications, with a closing date of Friday 20 February.