Drive the robots that compete in FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics programs. Meet with middle and high school students who developed these robots. Learn about what is involved in K-12 FIRST programs in Minnesota. Participants: High Tech Kids
A 45-minute, low-impact workout in the pool led by a certified water fitness instructor. Learn how to use water resistance to tone and strengthen and do cardio in a supportive way. You do NOT need to know how to swim. All levels of ability are welcome. Ages 12+ Participants: Christina Neitz
Friday July 3, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am CDT Hyatt 6, Pool
MegaCity Sandbox stands tall and shiny, thinking nothing could stop the bustling metropolis built by the MegaCorps. But kids 12 and under can come and show them how wrong they are! Hilarious media coverage for the audience by Molly and Nick Glover. Participants: Molly Glover, Nick Glover
Are you not feeling particularly competitive and just want to hit friends, loved ones, or other con-goers with foam padded weapons? Feel free to do so in this practice event. No need to feel intimidated; relax, and have fun fighting. Participants: Assassins' Guild Martial Arts Association
Join Invited Participant and award-winning artist Leslie Barlow for a figure drawing activity featuring a cosplay model. All skill levels welcome, supplies provided. Participants: Leslie Barlow
Let's pack snacks and make tracks to each others' islands! Do you have duplicate DIYs, fossils, art, fish, or bugs that you'd like to share with other players? Get your island ready, invite fellow players, and let's share during this panel. Participants: Dawn Krosnowski
Laminate your very own bookmarks! Decorate with a variety of papers, stickers, and designs before sealing them in with a laminator. All ages welcome! Participants: Kate MacEachern
Bienvenu! Do you think you know the most about our beloved grump and not-so-grump? Then come on down to the 3rd Annual Game Grumps Jeopardy! This fun, lighthearted game will feature trivia for lovelies new and old! Participation is not required. Participants: Link Christianson, Tabitha Moore
Organized by DEI and hosted in Space Lounge, come together for a social event for us, by us. Bring your friends, your business cards, and anything else you might need to connect and collect with your people.
Come play bingo for actual prizes! This is a fundraiser for the CVG BIPOC Grant fund, so we'll be taking donations at the event with all money collected going directly to that fund. Look for flyers around the hotel for the list of awesome prizes. Participants: Garrick A Dietze, Eric Knight, Barb Lind
Assimilate your sock and have it join the collective! Initiate construction of your very own cyborg, robot, or android and take over the world (*insert evil laugh) of sock puppets! All ages welcome! Participants: Lisa Wallin
Teen Room takes over Splounge for a Teens-Only (ages 13-20) cooperative event. Run the sensory bar, DJ, or just have the glowy space for yourselves! Space Lounge never serves alcohol, but during this event, no alcohol will be allowed in the room.
Put on your dancing shoes and learn to cut a rug at this swing dance crash course! East Coast Swing is a beginner friendly introduction into the world of swing dance; no partner or prior experience required! Participants: Fay & Renegade
Join us for an 18+ paint night, where we'll have four cat-themed options (or swap the animal if you shockingly don't like cats)! Skill level isn't important, having fun and being creative is the goal--no art critics here! **mature content** Participants: Andrea Doughty, Caprice Stark
Join your favorite Villainess from Far Far Away during a night of inappropriate hijinks and debauchery as she celebrates her win over that hideous ogre Shrek. Party games, prizes, and NO OGRES ALLOWED. **mature content** Participants: Bailey Workman
Friday July 3, 2026 11:30pm - Saturday July 4, 2026 12:30am CDT Hyatt 1, Lakeshore A
