Worldcon

Worldcon, or more formally The World Science Fiction Convention, is the longest running science fiction convention having been held from 1939 to 1941 and, after the interruption of World War II, every year since 1946.

Worldcon activities

Typical activities and events at Worldcon include (but are not limited to):

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• Panels - Technology of the future, writing, publishing, the philosophical and sociological implications of the genre's works, recent scientific discoveries, etc.
• Speeches or other presentations by the guests of honor
• Parties
• Gaming - role-playing games (live-action and table), board games, card games
• Filk music
• Costuming - both formal competition, and casual Hall costumes
• Hugo award presentation
• Dealers' room - there is generally a large hall full of people selling books, movies, jewellery, costumes (often including weapons), games, comic books, etc.
• Art show, presenting paintings, drawings, sculpture and other work, primarily on science fiction and fantasy themes
• Live performances (Klingon opera, productions of Rossum's Universal Robots, etc.)
• Voting on the location of future Worldcons
• Watching science fiction movies, television shows, etc.
• Meetings regarding other WSFS business