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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 08/09/2026

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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 23/08/2026

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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 22/08/2026

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

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AWU 2026 Dance Competition

YouTube video by Anthro Weekend Utah

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 21/08/2026

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

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AWU 2026 Fursuit Parade

YouTube video by Anthro Weekend Utah

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 20/08/2026

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

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AWU 2026 Opening Ceremony

YouTube video by Anthro Weekend Utah

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 11/08/2026

(Link to high-res version): t.me/anthroweeken...

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 11/08/2026

…That’s weird, why’d everyone turn around? Totally unexplainable.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 11/08/2026

This just in: You! Yes, you! In the fursuit! Can you find yourself in the photo? Many thanks to Cocoa, Skye, and Giga for taking this year’s fursuit group photos!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 03/08/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/08/2026

All finalists will be in the competition Sunday at 5:30pm. THANK YOU to everyone who came and tried out!!! We greatly appreciate you!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/08/2026

[20260801-134567 HQ] * DANCE COMPETITION FINALISTS* Backfire Blaer Cutting Puppy Echo Jace the Raccoon Klovix Korvin & Argo Kosa Leah Lime'a Sorbet Miles & Talon Oat Milk Otter Polaris & Granma Death Robin Saura Tori (1/2)

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/08/2026

(2/2) As a reminder, for Round 1, play starts at 4:00pm and Round 2 play starts at 5:30pm.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/08/2026

[20260801-133521 HQ] CASINO NIGHT EARLY CHECK-IN! For those who have signed up for Casino night, Round 1 can check in early starting at 3pm, and Round 2 can check in starting at 4:30pm. Come to the Meridian C door and pick up your tickets. (1/2)

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 31/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 30/07/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 29/07/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 28/07/2026

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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 27/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 27/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 22/07/2026

[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.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 21/07/2026

[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

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Anthro Weekend Utah 2026: Animal Warrior Unit

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 20/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 15/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 14/07/2026

[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.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 10/07/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 09/07/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/07/2026

[20260701-120116-HQ] * VOLUNTEER SWAG * Epic merch has arrived, but only volunteers can get these action heroes! Spend some time helping make AWU a fun weekend and earn a special #AWU2026 volunteer shirt (among other perks)! Sign up at myawu.org.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 13/06/2026

Check out anthroweekendutah.org/casino for rules and info, and sign up under the Charity tab in MyAWU. Anyone is welcome, but space is limited!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 13/06/2026

[20260613-120301-CHARITY] * IT'S GAME TIME * Back for another night of fun and prizes, it's the #AWU2026 Charity Casino Night! Donate to our charity, play some games, and you could win incredible prizes like an electric scooter, a brand-new drawing tablet, or even an Alpha Reg for next year! (1/2)

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 06/06/2026

(2/2) This is also your last chance to register for that extra-fancy, collectible #AWU2026 badge! Get registered over on myawu.org/register

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 06/06/2026

[20260605-173745-HQ] * MAIL DEADLINE APPROACHING * Attention mech pilots! Has your Mailing Address changed since you registered? Make sure it's up-to-date by June 19th! The badge mailing option will close after that date so we can prepare for printing and shipping. (1/2)

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 05/06/2026

[20260605-120015-HQ] * INCOMING ALLIANCE * We're happy to announce @magpieevents.org will be at #AWU2026! Magpie Events is a Colorado-based, collaborative community initiative focused on celebrating, supporting, and building a diverse community, with respect to animal life. (1/2)

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 26/05/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 14/05/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 12/05/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 04/05/2026

[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.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 21/04/2026

Quick clarification, since Bluesky won't let us edit posts: While Neo was previously working with Furality, they are not currently on that team (They're still friends, don't worry!).

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 20/04/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 20/04/2026

[20260420.120000-HQ] * RENDERING NEW GOH * Our second Guest of Honor for #AWU2026 is here! Neo (aka Tokyozilla) is a creature artist in both print and 3D. They're constantly dreaming up incredible critters, and work as a concept artist for Furality. We can't wait for you to meet them this year!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 17/04/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 16/04/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 10/04/2026

[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.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 09/04/2026

Booking links for any remaining rooms will go live in the next few days!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 09/04/2026

[20260409-120009-QUARTERS] * THIS IS ROOM SERVICE * Alphas & Dealers, the results of the hotel lottery are now posted to your MyAWU accounts! Confirmation emails are going out over the next few days, please reach out to your hotel for any questions regarding your reservation.

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 08/04/2026

[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!

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 01/04/2026

[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

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AWU 2026: Mech vs. Kaiju! @anthroweekendutah.org · 27/03/2026

The Alpha/Dealer hotel lottery is currently only for alphas and dealers in the dealers den :)

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