Panel Submission
Share Your Furry Fandom Expertise with the Community!
Running a panel or workshop is a fantastic way to share your furry experiences and expertise with the community. We welcome any topic related to the furry fandom, whether it be art, music, culture, or anything else that excites you. Your programming can be as formal or informal as you like, from a structured presentation to a relaxed conversation about your chosen topic.
A typical panel will run between 45 and 60 minutes, although there is flexibility if you need more time. Whether you’re a seasoned presenter or a first-time host, we encourage you to submit your programming ideas and contribute to the vibrant discussions that make Furry Migration such a unique and exciting event.
Please complete the form below if you are interested in hosting a panel.
Deadline for Program Submissions is Tuesday July 15th, 2025.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s make this year’s convention unforgettable!
Panel FAQs
Question: “What will help my panel being accepted”
When you are submitting, include as much useful information about yourself, the topic of the panel, and explain why you believe the panel should be included in Furry Migration 2024 schedule. FM Panel’s team is expecting a massive increase in the number of panel submissions this year.
Question: “Can I get Volunteer Hours for running a Panel?”
We consider your hours spent hosting educational panels as volunteered time. Our volunteers get special perks for donating their time to the convention. At con, be sure to stop by the Volunteers desk on the first floor for more information.
Question: “If my panel is accepted, can I use that to get an edge on dealers’ selection or hotel selection”
In short no. Panels are separate from those areas.
Question: “What tech do you have for panelists and what need to provide”
Furry Migration will provide rooms with Speakers, a Projector, and Microphones. FM does not provide panelists with a laptop.
Question: “I want to do a performance for either main or 2nd stage.”
If you have an event or panel that you feel should be considered for either of those event spaces, please email the head of Programing and Division Head, Hawk Wingbeat
(Hawk@furrymigration.org). In your email, please include as much information as possible about your event.
Question: “How do you determine what is a 18+ Panel and not”
Our panels team reviews each panel description in full detail. While we don’t have an exact objective list of what makes an 18+ and what doesn’t, we do have some guidelines. In general, topics involving Kink, suggestive topics and other Adult topics will get your panel flagged for 18+. While this isn’t a definitive list, the Panels Team will work with panelists to make sure their panels are labeled correctly.
Question: “Can I Give Out Door Prizes at My Panel?”
Yes
but with some important legal considerations.
Minnesota law prohibits
unlicensed lotteries, which are defined as prize drawings that involve
all three of the following elements:
- Prize – Something of value is given away (e.g., merchandise, gift cards).
- Chance – Winners are selected at random (e.g., drawing tickets or names).
- Consideration – Participants must give something of value to enter (e.g., money, donations, effort beyond simply showing up).
If all three are present, it is considered an illegal lottery under Minnesota Statutes (§ 609.75–76).
To safely offer a drawing or giveaway:
- Always offer a free way to enter. For example, give each attendee a ticket just for being present.
- Do not require a donation, payment, or purchase in order to receive a ticket or to improve chances.
If accepting donations, do not offer extra entries or advantages for donating.
What are you waiting for? Let’s make this year’s convention unforgettable!