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Octocon 2027

The National Irish Science Fiction Convention

Tower Hotel Waterford and Online

Saturday 2nd October – Sunday 3rd October, 2027

Octocon, the National Irish Science Fiction Convention, is a weekend celebration of our favourite stories from books, comics, TV, films and games; from science fiction, fantasy, horror and beyond; attracting artists, writers, film-makers and fans from across the human sphere of influence.

Octocon is Heading to The Tower Hotel Waterford and Online!

Tower Hotel, Waterford

On the weekend of 2nd and 3rd of October 2027, we’re heading to the Tower Hotel Waterford, centrally located on located on the quayside of Waterford City. We will also continue our tradition of holding Octocon both in-person and online – both days!

Registration for Octocon 2027 will open in November 2026

Octo with programme book and badge

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Join the Team

We’re currently recruiting for some new members of the team to help us make Octocon 2027 as amazing as it can be.

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